PUNCH

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The defining cocktails and drink trends of TikTok in 2024 included souffl Espresso Martinis, the Batanga, Guinness and more.

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Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Change out that Ugly Christmas Sweater theme and embrace the coziness of the holiday season by throwing an aprs-ski party. Think hot cocktails , fondue and s’mores, and retro ski gear. Use these tips for decorating, choosing cocktails, and even cuing up the right music as you bring ski slope vibes to your guests in the comfort of your home. Decorations “I say get cozy!

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

After years of deliberation, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) delivered a final rule today that officially recognizes American single malt whisky as a spirits category. Before this decision, there was no firm definition of what American single malt whisky was, or who could use the term of the label. But effective January 19, spirits that boast this title will have to adhere to specific production requirements.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This review was originally published in May 2016, and updated in December 2024. This week we are reviewing a range of bottlings that are part of the Old Rip Van Winkle/Pappy Van Winkle lineup. We’ve so far checked out Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old , Van WinkleSpecial Reserve 12 Year Old and Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year Old. Is 20 Years Too Old For A Bourbon?

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Spirits sales in Brazil are forecast to rise by more than 4% a year in volume terms up to the end of 2028, with growth predicted across all categories.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 18, 2024

A fresh-made cocktail is always preferable, but life gets busy and sometimes we just dont feel like squeezing citrus or measuring ounces or even stirring, especially if its for a big group of friends or family. Large format pre-made cocktails are a good solution to this conundrum, but there still arent a lot of options out there. Michigans Oakside Cocktail Co. is one.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Bollinger champagne has had its royal warrant renewed by King Charles marking 140 years of continuous supply to the Royal Household. Bollinger was first.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Break out the rosemary sprigs and mule mugs for this holly-jolly drink that could become your go-to cocktail this winter.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Nestls efforts to attract users of GLP-1 drugs in the US now include the launch of a range of protein shots.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Johnnie Walker-owner Diageo has been fined £537,000 at Inverness Sheriff Court after a worker suffered severe burns at its Glenlossie Distillery near Elgin.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Vintners in England and Wales are expected to see a small crop this year, according to provisional data from WineGB.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The zero alcohol drinks market is expected to grow by $4 billion by 2028 according to new data from IWSR. Across 10 key markets, the no and low alcohol.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Champagne house Vranken-Pommery Monopole Group has promoted deputy CEO Nathalie Vranken to CEO, replacing her husband Paul-Franois Vranken.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Isle of Barra Distillers has officially started construction on its new distillery in Castlebay on the Isle of Barra, Scotland. The £12m distillery will.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Dutch dairy cooperative FrieslandCampina is set to merge with Belgian peer Milcobel, it has been announced.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Whisky production has commenced at Guqi Distillery in Bozhou, China as part of a joint venture with French cognac producer Camus and Chinese baijiu maker Gujinggong.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) did not uphold a complaint the ad might encourage drink driving.

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Bar Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Insight shows that 60% of Brits admit they have left a pub after one drink because they were unsatisfied with the quality of the serve [1]. To address this HEINEKEN UK has launched a new initiative to help UK pubs and bars serve quality pints, every time. Thinking Beer Service is made in collaboration with award-winning alcohol experts, writers and comedians, the Thinking Drinkers, aka Ben McFarland and Tom Sandham.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Oatly plans to close its Singapore facility as part of a strategy to reduce costs and take the oat-drinks business into profitability.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Francine Cohen wasnt a well known bartender, celebrity chef, restaurateur, or high profile brand entrepreneur. Instead she did most of her work behind the scenes, helping hospitality professionals make connections and find meaningful solutions to logistical challenges. Maybe you are only reading her name for the first time now, but chances are, in some capacity, you have benefited from what she accomplished.

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Bar Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Taking place on 10th March , the competition returns to showcase the creativity and passion of the UKs leading bartenders. The competition is held by the UK Bartenders Guild in partnership with the Japanese Sake & Shochu Makers Association (JSS) , and is the fourth annual Great Honkaku Shochu & Awamori Contest held to celebrate the versatility and taste these unique spirits provide.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Unique Fusion of Folklore Chicago’s Espresso di Parmigiano. Folklore Chicago is recognized for its unique blend of Argentine cuisine and Mediterranean influences. The restaurants vision centers around Argentina’s rich culinary heritage, particularly its beef. According to owner Jenny Di Sapio, theyve incorporated a lot of Mediterranean flavors into their dishes because of the Italians, which have had a significant impact on Argentinas culture.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Wine that sparkles is as ancient as wine itself. The natural process of second fermentation has been a part of winemaking for a millennium. Its only in the modern era that we figured out how to harness those bubbles, trapping them in glass under atmospheres of pressure akin to a car tire. The most well-known regions for sparkling wine are Frances prestigious Champagne and Italys easy-drinking Prosecco.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Kevin Pietersen, former England cricket captain, has entered the Indian liquor market with the launch of Dram Bell, a premium blended Scotch whisky. For this, he has partnered with Ardent Alcobev and Robert Castle Ltd, a subsidiary of Angus Dundee Distillers. Introduced in November in Maharashtra, Dram Bell is distilled, blended, and bottled by Angus Dundee in Scotland’s Highlands region.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Rum is a vast spirits category. It can be made anywhere in the world, and depending on where it comes from and how its produced, it can take on a number of different profiles. Given how many variables are at play, shopping for a nice bottle can be intimidating for the untrained eye, but were here to lend a hand to anyone who might be in the market for some rum this December.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 18, 2024

To make wine popular is the objective of Rajiv Seth and Mohammad Riyaz Khan, who have, despite all the challenges faced in setting up Uniwine Vintners (P) Limited, managed to create a niche across various states of India with their quality products. Though their path was riddled with umpteen challenges, the founders are committed to redefining the wine-drinking experience by creating innovative blends that appeal to both millennials and older generations, thereby pushing the boundaries of tradit

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Tuscany’s Castiglion del Bosco has been preserved almost as-is for the last 400 years, at least in size. The 5000 acre estate now boasts a Michelin Star restaurant, private golf club, and of course a crack wine operation, where this Brunello di Montalcino is produced. I can’t comment on the golfing, but we did taste the wine: Do you like cherries?

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Bar Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Cygnet Gin is raising a glass as it sees its ready-to-drink Welsh Dry Gin and Tonic launch in Co-op stores across Wales. Founded by Katherine Jenkins OBE and Andrew Levitas, the multi award-winning gin and tonic will now be available in approaching 70 Co-op Welsh stores. Conveniently available in an award-winning chic can and created using a blend of 12 botanicals, the listing with Co-op comes at the end of a hugely successful year for Cygnet Gin which has seen it scoop industry awards and recog

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Jim Beam encourages you to celebrate Christmas with these holiday cocktails. All images credit to Jim Beam. Christmas is now just around the corner, and as we all begin to wind down for the holiday season, Jim Beam is sharing some festive cocktail recipes perfect for sipping whilst celebrating with family and friends. Using Jim Beams flagship expression and the recently revamped Jim Beam Black , you can make affordable and delicious winter cocktails and impress your guests with your mixology ski

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Grievance politics, a.k.a. the politics of resentment, is the practice of mobilizing people into offering backlash based on shared anger about something new. Its proven to be a powerful bulwark against social progress in this country. How powerful? Just ask Anheuser-Busch InBev. The infamous Bud Light fiasco of 2023 was a genuine phenomenon not only to the American beer business but to the entire world of consumer-facing commerce.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 18, 2024

NBA superstar Stephen Curry has unveiled a special edition 16 year old Kentucky Straight Bourbon through his Gentleman’s Cut brand, marking a profound career milestone that connects him with his father’s legacy in both basketball and spirits. The Player Exclusive: Father and Son Edition celebrates Curry matching his father Dell’s impressive 16-season NBA career span, creating a unique intersection of basketball heritage and premium bourbon craftsmanship.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 18, 2024

One of these days the world of whiskey is going to stop giving us the embarrassment of riches weve become accustomed to, but for now, the train is still rolling along unabated, and it seems like every week we see a new whiskey that were falling in love with. As is always the case, we reviewed a ton of whiskey this year more than 400 different bottles, by my count and picking out our ten favorites was an incredibly difficult task.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2024

After a year penning this column , its clear to me that weve entered a new golden age of cocktails. Good technique and advanced technology are approaching ubiquity more and more bars are adopting centrifuges and rotovaps , the line continues to blur between chef and bartender , and historic texts continue to be mined for use in a modern context. While the columns focus has primarily been New York City, where Im based, these trends are proving true around the country and around the world.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Last fall, Rabbit Hole launched a new bourbon line named for the Mother of Bourbon, the pioneering (and bootlegging) distiller Mary Dowling. The first offerings in the Dowling lineup included an impressive toasted double oak bourbon and one with a unique tequila cask finish, a nod to Marys distilling endeavors south of the border during Prohibition.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Diu administration has issued an order banning alcohol consumption at major tourist destinations, including Ghoghla Beach, Nagoa Beach, Diu Fort and St. Paul’s Church, for the next 60 days. The notification issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita cites growing concerns over unruly behaviour by tourists under the influence of alcohol.

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