PUNCH

AUGUST 16, 2024

Peanut Punch, a blended Caribbean drink, is a staple throughout the region and is often spiked with Guinness, rum or both.

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2024

Sometimes, cocktail hour needs to be power hour. There are plenty of days when the end of the work day is best celebrated with a crisp beer, a glass of wine, or something else light and refreshing. But some days demand a little more oomph in the glass. Bonded bourbons and navy-strength gins and rums have filled that need for years. Now, a new tequila offers another way to scratch that higher-proof itch: El Tequileño Still Strength Blanco Tequila , this week’s Drink of the Week.

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VinePair

AUGUST 16, 2024

Ever wonder what deep space tastes like? To be honest, it’s not something we ever fully considered until browsing the menu at NYC’s newly opened Bar Contra. Featured among the Lower East Side cocktail bar’s list of shaken drinks is the Sagittarius B2, a drink that, according to the menu, replicates “the taste of the center of the galaxy.” While drinkers might come across this description and suspect it’s just a figure of speech, it turns out the statement is scientifically accurate.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 16, 2024

There are many unique features about the recently launched Idayya sipping rum, the best one being that it is made from the pristine waters of the great Himalayas. Giving traditional rum a modernist spin along with a combination of the traditional and the contemporary, The Good Distillers has found its niche with IDAAYA, which is what will take it places across the world, as the company’s Founder and CEO, Karishma Manga Bedi puts it.

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VinePair

AUGUST 16, 2024

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Gin 101

The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

All of us in The Whiskey Wash / Mark Littler offices have been telling Mark for a long time that he has an addiction to buying whisky-related merchandise and paraphernalia. From egg-shaped Macallan-branded ice buckets to marmalade infused with 12 year old scotch, Mark has always got a weird and wonderful package on the way to the office. Last week, Mark decided that he absolutely must share his collection with you.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

Whisky investment has become a popular alternative asset, but in an unregulated market you need to take care not to take everything you read at face value. Chances are, if you are reading this, then you’ve probably been targeted before with some kind of whisky investment advert. Maybe it was for casks, maybe it was for bottles, probably it had some enticing promises and/or examples of sky high per annum returns.

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VinePair

AUGUST 16, 2024

Remarkable cocktails require exceptional ingredients. This is especially true for traditional, spirit-forward ones like the Old Fashioned, which blends whiskey, bitters, and sugar to create a full-bodied flavor that’s meant to be sipped and savored. Considered one of the most important cocktails of all time by bartenders and historians alike, the Old Fashioned traces its roots to the original 19th-century definition of the word “cocktail.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 16, 2024

Ospree Duty Free collaborated with Suntory Global Spirits to introduce a shop-in-shop experience at Mumbai International Airport, showcasing prestigious Japanese whisky brands such as Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Hibiki. The store features a Sakura floral design, bringing a slice of Japanese culture to travellers. This collaboration marks a significant step for Ospree in creating concept stores that appeal to a global, premium audience, and it is expected to lead to further high-end partnerships.

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VinePair

AUGUST 16, 2024

This week, Canadian cannabis company turned global consumer goods conglomerate Tilray Brands acquired four craft breweries from Molson Coors, bringing Tilray’s total brewery count to 20. Needless to say, the company is very bullish on craft beer, but it’s also very bullish on its original focus: cannabis. For a long time now, the alcohol industry has viewed cannabis as a threat to its bottom line, but the truth is, on-premise liquor sales are likely to remain unscathed by the growing weed indust

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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

The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

The villa is an invitation-only brand home in LA. Credit: The Macallan The Macallan has revealed yet another luxurious addition to its 200th Anniversary Celebration roster: The Macallan Villa, a mansion in the hills of sunny Los Angeles, California. The Macallan Villa Expanding its reach in the United States, The Macallan has unveiled The Macallan Villa, a luxurious piece of real estate located near Bel Air.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 16, 2024

Billed as a Kentucky Whiskey, this expression of Chicken C**k is a unique offering of 12 barrels, made in partnership with the magazine Garden & Gun. What are you getting in the bottle? It’s a bourbon mash… but double aged, first in used bourbon barrels for 7 years, then in new oak for another 2 years. Presented at cask strength — 12 barrels each bottled at their own cask strength (so abv will vary).

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

Nestlé has injected €30m ($32.97m) into cereal beverages production at its Avanca factory in the northeastern area of the country.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

A few historic Ardbeg Cheques have appeared on the open market over the years, with some individual cheques fetching as much as £110 each at auction. It’s not surprising when you consider the Islay distillery has cult status amongst whisky fans. The newly released Ardbeg Cheque Archive available on The Whiskey Wash is the first time that a collection of them has been put together for the public to explore.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

Americans are increasingly viewing that alcohol consumption in moderation is unhealthy, a new US poll shows.

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The Cocktail Lovers

AUGUST 16, 2024

Mentorship: one word, 10 letters, huge impact. Just ask any of the bartenders who have participated in The House of Suntory DOJO programme over the years. Since its launch in 2020 this exclusive brand partnership and development series has more than delivered on its aim to impart the knowledge, wisdom and expertise behind Japanese bartending to appreciative bartenders in the UK.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

T&R Theakston's managing director Richard Bradbury and chairman Simon Theakston talk global growth strategy and the business' cask ale focus.

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Cheers

AUGUST 16, 2024

The Wine Group has sold its Charles Smith Wines to Seattle-based beverage company Ackley Brands. The deal, which closed on Aug. 8, 2024, well-known brands such as Kung Fu Girl, Eve, The Velvet Devil, Band of Roses, Boom Boom!, and Chateau Smith. The purchase involves the brands and inventory; it does not include any properties, physical assets or personnel.

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PubClub

AUGUST 16, 2024

SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) will participate in Deutsche Bank’s 2024 Technology Conference. Ariane Gorin, Chief Executive Officer, will participate in a fireside chat on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:45pm PT / 5:45pm ET. A live webcast of the session and related materials will be available at [link]. The presentation materials and a replay of the webcast will be accessible for 90 days.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

US-based Entrepreneurial Equity Partners (E2P) has acquired Truss Beverage Co. from Tilray Brands for an undisclosed figure.

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PubClub

AUGUST 16, 2024

Hyatt Exceeds $2 Billion Sell-Down Commitment CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announced that an affiliate of Hyatt has completed the sale of the 1,641-room Hyatt Regency Orlando and adjacent 45 acres of land to affiliates of RIDA Development Corporation and an Ares Management Real Estate fund (“Ares”) for approximately $1.07 billion, while retaining a long-term management agreement under the Hyatt Regency brand.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

Pernod Ricard has sold its Red Heart rum brand to South African wine and spirits producer KWV. Financial details were not disclosed.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 16, 2024

When the enterprising duo of Adithya Kidambi and Shishir Sathyan decided to indulge in some experimentation with kombucha in their kitchens, they weren’t really sure of what the outcome would be. Interestingly, they discovered a flavourful drink that would also rate high in terms of health quotient. And that is how Mossant Fermentary came to be.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

Just Drinks will host a two-day conference in London in September exploring the key topics in the non-alcoholic beverages sector.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

Credit: William Grant & Sons In a world of various scotch whiskies, both blended and single malt , whisky liqueurs can often be overlooked. However, scotch whisky liqueur Drambuie is considered an essential ingredient in the Rusty Nail cocktail, and has a whole host of other delicious applications. With a history dating back to the 18th century and links to Bonnie Prince Charlie, Drambuie also has a fascinating history.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

The UK government has released estimated fees for its proposed extended producer responsibility (EPR) packaging initiative.

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Cocktails with Suderman

AUGUST 16, 2024

I write this newsletter with themes in mind: a recurring drink structure, or a repeat ingredient. This year, for example, we have looked at a handful of drinks involving apricot booze — both liqueur and brandy. And we spent much of the summer making decadent , silly , delicious , strange Piña Colada variations with coconut cream. The themed approach has several advantages.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 16, 2024

The ‘triple bottom line’ is replacing the bottom line as social factors are factored into commercial decisions for businesses.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

Credit: Jack Daniel’s Jack Daniel’s Distillery , Lynchburg, has unveiled the Jack Daniel’s Heroes Selection Single Barrel Barrel Proof Tennessee Rye Whiskey. The limited edition whiskey is the latest in an annual release from the distillery that honors US veterans. Each year, a veteran chooses the whiskey that will be bottled. This year’s offering was chosen by US Navy Veteran and Jack Daniel’s SVP General Manager, Melvin Keebler.

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Good Spirits News

AUGUST 16, 2024

Blood Oath Bourbon Trilogy Set – Third Edition Blood Oath Bourbon is an annual limited edition series from Lux Row Distillers. This third edition trilogy features Pacts 7, 8, and 9 — released in 2021, 2022, and 2023, respectively. Each bourbon in the set was crafted by Master Distiller & Blender John Rempe and will not be repeated. This gift set features 750ml bottles of each bourbon packaged in a custom black wooden display box.

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Bar Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2024

Leading independent soft drink and mixer brand, Franklin & Sons, has announced an exciting expansion of its soft drinks range, with the introduction of a sleek 250ml recycled aluminium can format, initially launching in three of its best-selling flavour SKUs. The carbonated soft drinks will be available to on/off trade and export markets from the 16th August, in three fragrant flavours; Elderflower, Raspberry and Dandelion & Burdock, with an RRP of £12.99 for 12x250ml.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

We review Tenmile Little Rest Port Cask American Single Malt, aged for four years in first-fill Port wine casks from California before being bottled at 46% ABV. (image via Tenmile) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 16, 2024

Copperworks Distilling in Seattle has been at the forefront of American single malt as a charter member of the American Single Malt Whiskey Commission (ASMWC). While most American distilleries offer a flagship whiskey, Copperworks has historically taken the approach of each release being unique, limited editions. In July 2024, Copperworks changed all that with its first at-least-sort-of-permanent-release lineup, launching three new product lines with its Maltsmith, Farmsmith, and Peatsmith Ameri

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

These are the best single malt whiskeys according to the ADI. When writing my Awards Series articles, I am often astounded by the sheer number of competitions, categories, and judging processes. At the same time, I wondered what the running of these competitions must be like behind the scenes. So, I was thrilled when Eric Zandona, Director of the American Distilling Institute (ADI) International Spirits Competition, agreed to chat with me about the inner workings of the competition.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

AUGUST 16, 2024

The Democratic National Convention is the biggest political event to happen in Chicago in decades, so if there’s a craft beer angle to that gathering, we’re going to cover it. Last week, we found that angle in the form of JBeer , two different beers from two Chicagoland breweries that’ll be pouring at DNC events hosted by Governor JB Pritzker.

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