PUNCH

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Behind Bars is a design firm shaping some of the world's best bars, rethinking the bartender workstation and the guest experience altogether.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

While agave-based distillates remain waiting in the wings, America’s “native spirit” continues to sit comfortably on the United States’ spirits throne. The bourbon industry administered a $9 billion injection into Kentucky’s economy alone in 2023, and by no means is the Bluegrass State the only major player in the game. Interestingly, though bourbon’s dominance persists, the narratives surrounding the spirit are in a state of flux.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

We review Glengoyne 25 Year Old, a Scotch single malt aged a quarter of a century exclusively in hand-selected sherry casks. (image via Glengoyne) Editor’s Note: The party behind this whisky gave us a review sample. Per our editorial policies , this in no way influenced the outcome of this review. It should also be noted that clicking the buy link in this review earns our site a small referral payment, which helps to support, but not influence, our editorial and other costs.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

I was scared. Hesitant and even reluctant. But sometimes, you have to conquer your fears, so I accepted an invitation to attend a cocktail tasting featuring my most intimidating alcohol: gin. We all have a story about one type of spirit which makes us shake at the mere thought of it. It traces to a bad experience in our very early drinking days with that particular spirit.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

John Glaser, founder of Compass Box. Image via Whisky Auctioneer. John Glaser, founder of Compass Box, has announced his departure from the company after a remarkable 23-year tenure. Glaser, who launched Compass Box in 2000, has prided himself on his innovative approach to blending. He will step down from his executive role in May but will remain a shareholder in the company.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

College students across the USA shed their winter coats – and more – during Spring Break. Photo: JusCollege.com Spring Break is a time of relaxation, getting away from studies and of wild parties involving college students seeking the kinds of recreational activities that are a part of being in college. But people need to be safe, too, and the U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Mexico has issued travel warnings to these Mexican destinations: Cancun, Playa Del Carmen and Tulum. “Travelers sh

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Shots are the bar scene’s greatest equalizer. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a fancy craft cocktail spot serving $20 Negroni riffs or a seedy dive bar with sticky floors and the faint smell of urine wafting through the air: Shot glasses are always on hand, waiting to be filled. That’s because a shot is more than a quick blast of liquor to lips. Its purposes vary: It can be a celebration of good news, a bartender’s friendly handshake , or an efficient means of catching a buzz before or during a n

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Voting for the Bar Awards 2024 is now open we really want you to get involved. These awards are determined by your votes. Voting closes 31 May (11.59PM AEST) so tell your staff and your hospo friends. “These awards are your awards; you have to be in it to win it. This is not about the opinions of bar reviewers and critics. The winners are determined by your votes, the votes of the Australian bar industry.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Still Austin ‘s bonded expressions continue to arrive at a healthy clip. Today we’re looking at a pair of recent releases, a high-rye offering and one built around exotic blue corn. These are the second and third releases in Still Austin’s ongoing Bottled in Bond series. Both are of course 100 proof. Still Austin Bottled in Bond Blue Corn Bourbon – Bonded whiskey (four years old) made from a mash of 26% blue corn, 25% white corn, 44% rye, and 5% malted barley.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Throughout our Champagne series, we’ve seen the style evolve from a still wine with a pinkish hue into a clear, celebratory, aristocrat-friendly sparkling wine. By the late 1800s, the export markets were booming and the price of Champagne was soaring, but so were tensions between grape growers and Champagne houses. Nowadays, there’s grower Champagne — bubbly produced by growers for their own enjoyment and profit.

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Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

Bevvy

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day, Killowen has four new products: two single malt Irish whiskeys, one single pot still Irish whiskey, and one poítin. The post Killowen Distillery Releases Four Rare Irish Whiskeys appeared first on Bevvy.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

A new generation of passionate bartenders is emerging into cocktail competitions and bars near you. In our February edition of Bartender magazine, Cara Devine interviewed five of these personalities. Story by Cara Devine. Cara is our Melbourne-based drinks writer. She is the manager of Bomba in Melbourne and the face and talent behind the cocktailing YouTube channel Behind the Bar.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

NMR ‘fingerprints’ of gin can reveal the compounds responsible for flavours and aromas, even revealing the origin of the juniper berries.

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Wonderland Cocktails, the ready-to-drink cocktail brand from BrewDog Distilling Co., is proud to announce its official launch into Tesco stores across the UK. Available now, this exciting partnership brings Wonderland Cocktails to over 500 Tesco locations nationwide, offering consumers convenient access to bar-grade canned cocktails for enjoyment at home or on the go.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Researchers found UPFs to be linked to greater risk of death from heart disease and common mental disorders, among other outcomes.

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Bar Magazine

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Mechline – the Manufacturers of specialise equipment for the foodservice industry – are set to transform their HRC stand (H2051) into a hub for helping operators combat costs, bacteria and FOGS. This includes the significant water savings that operators can make when investing in various Mechline water products such as the BaSix hands-free basin range, with push-front time flow operation; AquaJet pre-rinse sprays with choice of water-saving guns; and the AquaTechnix range of taps and pre-r

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Spring Break is a prime party time at Florida’s beaches like Daytona Beach. Photo: DBSpringBreak.com Spring Break. It’s as a big a part of college life as frat parties and silly pranks. This is your ultimate Spring Break destination with links to articles on the best destinations and other key need-to-know information. Spring Break is all about girls in bikinis, and guys with beer chasing those bikinis. • The hottest Florida Spring Break party beaches. • Spring Break dates for these

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Mix That Drink

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Are you tired of the same old Bloody Mary routine? While this classic cocktail is beloved for its bold flavors and eye-opening kick, you can shake it up and add a some pizzazz with exciting savory garnishes.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Fans enjoy the annual San Diego Padres opener East Village block party. Photo: East Village Association. It’s the start of the season when every team is a contender. Even the Padres. Hey, it’s not August yet, and to kick off the 2024 season the East Village Association is hosting its 12 th Annual East Village Block Party on Opening Weekend, Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

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Whisky Boys

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

As I was sitting listening to some music my wife had put on, she does enjoy country music, as do most of the family, and they would say “what’s not to... thanks for reading Whisky Boys Whisky Blog

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Every media outlet worth its salt needs a commentator. Someone who has been around to the places and events covered by that outlet, someone to provide personal experiences. At newspapers, they are called columnists. At PubClub.com, it’s The Bartender. He is the site’s roving party animal, a man not afraid to put himself out there, to experience and experiment, to go where the action is and to report on it through the lenses (admittedly, sometimes through beer goggles) of his life.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) is still set to see the effects of its Bud Light controversy from last year going into 2024, the CEO said.

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Good Spirits News

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This February, Heaven Hill Distillery announced the third release of their Barrel Proof expression of Bernheim Original Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey. Pulled straight from the barrel and bottled without chill filtration, Bernheim Barrel Proof wheat whiskey is in its purest form. Like the Original, Barrel Proof is produced at the namesake Bernheim Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky and aged in Heaven Hill’s rickhouses.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Union workers at Anheuser-Busch InBev’s (AB InBev) US facilities have struck a deal with the brewing giant for better wages and benefits.

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Good Spirits News

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Spearhead Spirits, a black-owned, founder-led business with the aim of putting premium African spirits in the world’s bars, this month released a new expression of African grown gin to coincide with Black History Month. Bayab Palm & Pineapple Gin is a copper pot distilled gin that’s made with Nigerian and Ghanian palm sap, South African pineapple and baobab from Ghana and Zambia and is distilled in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

UK distributor C&C Group is bringing Bordeaux wine to a wider audience through its Bordeaux Collection partnership.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) today announced that John Geller, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Jason Marino, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a live fireside chat at the 2024 J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada on Thursday, March 14, at 3:50 p.m.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Royal Unibrew’s share price fell 3% today (29 February) after it reported declining volumes and rising costs.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

It’s safe to say that the craft beer boom has now reached nearly every corner of the globe. But with experimental and innovative releases coming from countless producers every year, determining which cities are worth a beer-inspired visit is no small feat — especially if you’ve already ticked off well-known suds hubs like Brussels and Munich or San Diego and Asheville.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

German brewer Haus Cramer Group has announced the launch of a mineral water brand for on-trade sales in April.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Marcus Theatres and Marcus Hotels & Resorts Contributed to Strong Results MILWAUKEE–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) today reported results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 ended December 28, 2023. “Our fiscal year 2023 results marked another year of significant growth as both Marcus Theatres and Marcus Hotels & Resorts continued to drive operational excellence at our movie theatres and our hotels and resorts,” said Gregory S.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In a significant boost to the spirits industry, US spirits exports reached an all-time high of $2.2 billion in 2023, up 8% from the previous year. This surge was driven primarily by American whiskey sales, which accounted for a staggering 63% of all US spirits exports. This marked a 9% increase from 2022, according to the latest American Spirits Export Report released by the Distilled Spirits Council of the US (Discus).

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The hotel ownership marketplace allows investors to purchase equity in luxury hotels, obtain exclusive benefits, and redeem shares for room nights at a fixed rate ASPEN, Colorado–(BUSINESS WIRE)–RSRV, a hotel ownership platform, launched in collaboration with Elevated Returns , tZERO , and Science Inc. , today announced its first hotel property available on its marketplace is The St.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Concerns that the U.S. spirits industry — currently in a modern boom with frantic expansion across the industry — might soon come upon a bubble are typically answered with: Check the exports. And for good reason. American spirits reached all-time highs in 2023, according to a recent report from the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS).

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In October 2022, two of the largest grocers in the country announced plans to become one. A supermarket marriage, if you will, the hard launch of a power couple built to thrive in the highly lucrative, highly cutthroat world of grocery retail. From the first, the engagement was poorly received. Despite sending out save-the-dates and detailed plans for a shared future, things have not improved since.

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