Wed.Feb 05, 2025

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Founder April Wachtel Solves Cocktail Problems with Cheeky Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

Cheeky Espresso Syrup is redefining how bartenders approach Espresso Martinis and coffee-based drinks. With a mission to solve cocktail problems, Cheeky simplifies the process of creating bar-quality beverages without compromising on quality or flavor. The brainchild of experienced innovator April Wachtel, the syrup was designed to tackle challenges like achieving the perfect foamy cream and reducing the need for multiple ingredients in complex cocktails.

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St. Marks Is Dead, Long Live St. Marks

PUNCH

Mourning the bygone punk bars, music venues and, now, Dallas BBQ is a time-honored tradition. Here, longtime East Village residents and bargoers share why the street endures as a center for misfit nightlife.

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Melbourne venues Mr Mills and Marmelo launched by seasoned restaurateurs Ross and Sunny Lusted

Australian Bartender

The duo behind Sydneys Woodcut restaurant, Ross and Sunny Lusted, have opened their first two Melbourne venues, Marmelo and Mr Mills. (Image: Ross and Sunny Lusted) The duo behind Sydneys Woodcut restaurant, Ross and Sunny Lusted, have opened their first two Melbourne venues, Marmelo and Mr Mills. Located on the Paris end of Russell Street, alongside the Melbourne Place Hotel, Marmelo and Mr Mills aim to capture the playful and energetic spirit of Melbournes distinctive laneway nightlife.

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10 Valentine’s Day Drinks For 2025

Cheers

Valentine’s Day is here, and your guests will be showing up to celebrate something true love, Galentine’s, singlehood so be ready with some festive cocktails. Here are 10 recipes we like for this year, and a look back at our Valentine’s roundup from last year. Print French Kiss Course Drinks Keyword gin, grapefruit, lemon, raspberries, Simple syrup, sparkling ros Ingredients oz. Aphrodise Greek sparkling ros 1 oz. Raspberry and grapefruit-infused gin

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Master the Margarita: your 2025 Cointreau Margarita Challenge journey awaits!

Australian Bartender

For bartenders across Australia, the 2025 Cointreau Margarita Challenge is more than just a competitionits a golden opportunity to shine on a global stage. With this years theme, No Waste Margarita From Fruit to Leaf, Cointreau dares bartenders to push the boundaries of creativity and sustainability, turning every part of an ingredient into cocktail artistry.

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Barcelona Wine Week sees 30% growth in 2025

Drinks International

Barcelona Wine Week experienced a 30% increase in both exhibitor numbers and exhibition space in its fifth edition, which concluded 5 February.

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Martell struggles lead to -4% sales drop for Pernod Ricard

Drinks International

Pernod Ricard has recorded a 4% sales decline for H1 FY2025 as the premium spirits market continues to show a downward trend globally.

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US soft-drinks group Jones Soda names CEO, CFO

Just Drinks

In the space of nine days last year, Jones Soda announced the departure of both its CEO and its director of finance.

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How a Simple Highball Set Bartender Tiffanie Barriere on Her Career Course

Imbibe Magazine

Editors note: For our print issues last year, we asked drink pros to reflect on the drinks that changed their lives and careers. This is the story of Atlanta-based bartender and educator Tiffanie Barriere. The Seven & Seven changed my life. Hearing the order was enough. I mean, I would hear this order and be like, Whats a Seven & Seven? I thought it was pretty epic to hear people order it with such confidence.

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PepsiCo stands fast to long-term growth target with push behind better-for-you

Just Drinks

PepsiCo is steadfast on its long-term growth target despite falling short in 2024, with an emphasis on better-for-you in snacks and drinks.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

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

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Chillin’ With The Cast of Tyler Perry’s Zatima

Chilled Magazine

Tyler Perry’s Zatima is back with its highly anticipated third season, diving deeper into the complexities of love, identity, and friendship. Remington Hoffmans Photography: The Riker Brothers Grooming: Lisa Dempsey This season takes audiences on an emotional rollercoaster as each character faces new personal and professional hurdles, testing their relationships like never before.

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Diageo to end bottling at Bourbon site

Just Drinks

Diageo is to cease bottling Bourbon at its distillery in Louisville in the US state of Kentucky.

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This Week's New Beer Labels: Cruz Blanca 'Dealt' to the Braves?

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Happy Label Wednesday! We’ve got a weird one for you today. The New Illinois Beer Label of the Week: This is kinda wild. First we spot this new Cruz Blanca label, filed out of Great Central despite being the brand now owned by MolsonCoors, for a beer that Cruz doesn’t have listed as something they’re making yet. That’s not too crazy… …but wait.

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Carlsberg claims market “first” with Somersby Zero launch 

Just Drinks

Danish brewing major Carlsberg Group has introduced what it says is the "first" alcohol-free cider containing no sugar and no calories.

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We Asked 18 Bartenders: What’s the Trendiest Shot to Order Right Now? (2025)

VinePair

From classic boilermakers to themed shooters and even bartender handshakes , shots are the bread and butter of the bar world. Served at dives and high-end cocktail lounges alike, shots have a unique way of getting the party started. But not all shots are created equal. While some people might turn up their noses at the Lemon Drops and Jgerbombs of yesteryear, they may be quick to embrace industry favorites like the M&M or the Ferrari.

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GraceKennedy buys full ownership of Catherine’s Peak Bottling Company 

Just Drinks

GraceKennedy has signed a deal with Spike Industries to acquire the remaining 30% stake in Catherines Peak Bottling Company.

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Blackberry Pink Peppercorn Gin Sour

Moody Mixologist

If you love gin cocktails, put this unique Gin Sour on your to do list! This blackberry-forward cocktail was inspired by one of my favorite gin classics, the Bramble. Gin, blackberry, and lemon are already a great combination, but the addition of pink peppercorn and a smooth foam on top take this simple gin drink to the next level. Gin sour basics So what is a gin sour, anyway, and why are sours made with egg whites?

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The Ultimate Review: The Brand New Ardbeg Eureka! Committee Release

The Whiskey Wash

Image: Beth Squires, The Whiskey Wash Ardbeg Eureka! is an Ardbeg Committee exclusive, retailing for 72 per bottle (~$90). The Ardbeg Committee The Ardbeg Committee was founded in January 2000, in the early days of Ardbeg s revival. The distillery, which had seen some turbulent times in the 1980s and 1990s, was purchased by Glenmorangie plc in 1997.

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10 of the Best Wines From Burgundy’s Mâcon

VinePair

Burgundy is intimidating, not least because of the dizzying prices the top Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs from the worlds most famous wine region command. As long as demand remains high for Montrachets , Meursaults , Vougeots , and Vosne-Romanes , to name just a few storied appellations, they will be out of reach for most consumers. So how can we enjoy the essence of Burgundy , especially the white Chardonnays, at more affordable prices?

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Rabbit Hole Partners with Top Gun: Maverick Star Jay Ellis, Launches Filmmaker Contest & Limited Edition Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

Jay Ellis raises a glass to the innovative partnership. Credit: Rabbit Hole Distillery Rabbit Hole Distillery is expanding its presence in the film industry through a new partnership with actor and producer Jay Ellis , known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Insecure. The collaboration includes a filmmaker contest and a limited-edition bourbon release.

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Radico’s Rampur Barrel Blush now available in the US

Spiritz

Radico Khaitan has launched Rampur Barrel Blush Indian Single Malt Whisky in the United States, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion into the US market. Sanjeev Banga, President, International Business at Radico Khaitan says, “The growing demand for premium spirits in the US has inspired us to introduce another exceptional expression of Rampur Indian Single Malt Whisky.

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Castle & Key Completes First Phase of $2M Solar Project

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Castle & Key Kentucky’s Castle & Key Distillery has completed Phase 1 of a major solar energy project at its Versailles Warehouse, marking a significant step toward sustainable whiskey production in the Bluegrass State. The $2 million initiative, supported by the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grant, demonstrates the craft distiller’s commitment to environmental stewardship while maintaining its focus on premium spirit production.

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Liquor shops in UP to be allotted via e-lottery

Spiritz

The Uttar Pradesh cabinet on Wednesday approved the new excise policy for 2025-26, introducing an e-lottery system for liquor shop allotment across the state. According to reports, the policy states that one person can submit only one application with a prescribed non-refundable security and will be restricted to a maximum of two shop allocations. The National Informatics Centre (NIC) will conduct the e-lottery in all districts and the selected names will be sent to Lucknow for allotment.

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What Is Agave Wine? And How Can I Use It in Cocktails?

VinePair

In 2025, amid the ever-growing boom in agave spirits, we can assume most drinkers are familiar with tequila. Some more curious souls might have even dabbled in its slightly smoky cousin mezcal. And now spirits geeks are even developing interest in the world of sotol (made from the similar, but different Dasylirion plant). But for those looking to get into an even more obscure tequila-adjacent category, theres agave wine.

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Review: 2021 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Te Koko

Drinkhacker

Te Koko is Cloudy Bay ‘s most luxe sauvignon blanc expression, and it may well challenge your expectations of both the grape and the region. The palate pops right away with coconut (rather than pineapple), a quality which only grows stronger as the wine opens up and warms a bit. Notes of toasted anise seed are prominent, chased by elements of sesame oil, Meyer lemon, and, late in the game, a bit of sugared grapefruit flesh.

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Why Mortlach’s ‘Beast of Dufftown’ Nickname Stuck

The Whiskey Wash

In the heart of Speyside, a region renowned for its elegant and fruity whiskies, lurks a beast. Not a mythical creature of Scottish folklore, but a whisky of formidable character: Mortlach , affectionately nicknamed ‘The Beast of Dufftown by famed whisky writer Dave Broom. Mortlachs whisky differs vastly from others produced in the region. Its meaty, sulfuric character defies Speyside conventions and speaks to a complex yet rewarding whisky.

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The Hidden Health Crisis in Bartending – LBS Research Study [Updated in 2025]

Local Bartending School

Bartending can be a lucrative and enjoyable profession in the right city, but in others, the challenges outweigh the benefits. Factors such as low wages, high crime rates, poor job availability, and subpar workplace conditions make some locations particularly unfavorable for bartenders. Here are the 10 worst cities to be a bartender in the USA, … Read More Read More The post The Hidden Health Crisis in Bartending LBS Research Study [Updated in 2025] appeared first on LBS Bartending School

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Ardbeg Honors Its Loyal Committee Members With Exclusive Eureka! Whisky

The Whiskey Wash

This whisky was the result of a Eureka! moment for Gillian Macdonald and Dr. Bill Lumsden. Credit: Ardbeg In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee , Islay icon Ardbeg Distillery has unveiled a new committee bottling. Ardbeg Eureka! was designed exclusively for the distillerys dedicated fanbase, which was formed in the wake of Ardbegs revival in the early 2000s.

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On Judging Non-Alc Drinks

Dry Atlas

By Chris Losh, Co-Founder of the World Alcohol-Free Awards One of the most striking aspects of non-alcoholic growth has been its speed. When Seedlip launched a decade ago, it was hailed as a trailblazer. Today, there are hundreds of non-alcoholic botanical spirits alonemost of that growth happening in just the past few years. That rapid expansion is why we founded the World Alcohol-Free Awards in 2022.

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NEW COCKTAILS FROM MR LYAN AT SEED LIBRARY

Bar Magazine

Seed Library , the popular Shoreditch neighbourhood bar by award-winning mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana, aka Mr Lyan , will unveil its fourth cocktail menu, titled Pathways , exploring the origins of flavour, on Wednesday, 12th February. Featuring eight new serves, with four boozeless options, each cocktail takes inspiration from an ingredient, technique, or a new observation, and reimagines how they might have developed on a different path.

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Fermented Flowers, Anyone? Exploring the Creative Possibilities within Non-Alc

Dry Atlas

Partner Content: Nore The world of non-alcoholic beverages is blossoming, and we are excited to introduce Nore to it. Driven by curiosity and innovation, we focused on fermented flowers and botanicals to craft a drinking experience that is sophisticated, creative, and celebratory. Nore isnt just an alternative to alcoholits a whole new perspective. When we started brainstorming Nore, we were looking for something that we couldnt find for ourselves despite so many incredible brands.

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Desi Daru Vodka gains listing with Amathus Drinks

Bar Magazine

Desi Daru, the award-winning British-Indian vodka brand, is proud to announce its latest listing with Amathus Drinks, one of the UKs leading drinks retailers and distributors. The vodka, which offers an Original and a Alphonso Mango expression is available now at Amathus 14 retail locations and online. Created by British-born Indian husband and wife team Mohit Singh and Aneet Kaur, Desi Daru aims to bring the best of both cultures together, combining the finest ingredients from India and Britian

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From Drink Masters to Siponey: LP O’Brien’s Vision for the Evolving Beverage Industry

Dry Atlas

LP OBriens journey from nursing school to Drink Masters winner may seem unconventional. But what started as a part-time bartending job soon evolved into a full-fledged passion for hospitality, innovation, and education in the beverage industry. Now, as a leader in the non-alcoholic cocktail movement and a shareholder in Siponey, OBrien is shaping the future of how we drinkwhether with alcohol or without.

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From Holy Water to Highballs: A History of Irish Whiskey

Mixologists

Introduction Irish whiskey. The very name conjures images of rolling green hills, cozy pubs, and the warmth of a finely crafted spirit. But beyond its smooth character and global popularity lies a rich and captivating history, a journey that spans centuries and takes us from the hallowed halls of medieval monasteries to the gleaming copper stills of modern distilleries.

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Gordon Ramsay Restaurants Celebrates Milestone with Opening of Four New Must-Visit Destinations In London’s Tallest Building, 22 Bishopsgate

Bar Magazine

Gordon Ramsay Restaurants is delighted to unveil four exciting new destinations at 22 Bishopsgate , the tallest building in the City of London, set to become essential additions to the capital’s dining and drinking scene. This exciting launch introduces three exceptional culinary destinations and a world-class bar, making them Londons highest dining experiences.

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