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Gear: Ice Barware

Imbibe Magazine

Anyone can pop cubes out of a tray, but excellent summer cocktails require expertly crushed and cracked ice. Whether you’re fixing Mai Tais for a tropical bash, serving spritzes poolside, or drinking a Mojito alone on your fire escape, here’s everything you need for the ice your drinks deserve. Lewis Ice Bag and Mallet A classic bartenders’ tool, canvas Lewis bags are made to absorb excess water, which some say produces “drier” ice with less surface moisture, thus slowing dilution speeds.

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All the Questions You’re Too Afraid to Ask at the Wine Bar, Answered

PUNCH

The modern wine bar can be difficult to navigate. Here, sommeliers and experts answer questions about by-the-glass menus, tipping and more.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Wine Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2024)

VinePair

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. With so many choices, it’s easy to throw in the towel and stick to the wines you know best. But while it may be tempting to turn to an old favorite, venturing off the beaten path and diving into the unknown may lead to discovering your new darling bottle.

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College Football & NFL Season Is Big Business, Bar Owners Say

PubClub

Alabama alumni celebrate a win at Bootlegger in San Diego. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Bar Blogger The NFL and college football are big businesses. They are big for the teams, the merchandise manufacturers, hotels, concession and stadium workers and also for bars. All across America, sports bars are slammed on fall Saturdays and Sundays showing football.

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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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Raising the Bar: What It Takes To Succeed as a Bartender Today

VinePair

For a brief spell in the late ‘90s I was a lunch bartender at a neighborhood seafood restaurant in New York City. I’d been brought on as a waiter, but the seasoned bar staff, mostly primadonnas who conscientiously objected to daytime bartending, refused to work lunch. I presumed, rightfully so, that they were all too hung over to be bothered with shaking tins before sundown.

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Explore the Reàl World of Flavour with Global Rum Ambassador Ian Burrell!

Australian Bartender

Explore the Reàl World of Flavour with Global Rum Ambassador Ian Burrell Sunday, 8th September 3pm to 5pm The Emerald Room 235 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst Join the Reàl team of industry ambassadors and international guest, The award winning Global Ambassador for the Rum Category Ian Burrell and Bill Hinkebein for an afternoon of delicious cocktails, education and entertainment.

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K Kavitha gets bail from SC

Spiritz

The Supreme Court has granted bail to K Kavitha. She was arrested in March by the Enforcement Directorate and Central Bureau of Investigation in the Delhi liquor gate. The Bharat Rashtra Samithi leader and the daughter of ex Chief Minister, K Chandrasekhar Rao was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in March in the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam.

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The VinePair Podcast: Wine Isn’t Healthy. That’s OK.

VinePair

Everybody knows that sugar, fast food, and red meat aren’t good for you, yet we still consume them. The same goes for alcohol. Although the beer and spirits industries have long come to terms with this reality, wine is still attached to this unsubstantiated belief that a glass or two a day is good for your health. While we’d love to blindly jump on that bandwagon, the truth is that wine contains alcohol, and sadly, there’s no universe in which drinking alcohol correlates to a longer life.

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Prices of premium liquor in Karnataka expected to drop

Spiritz

The prices of premium liquor in Karnataka were expected to drop by around 20 percent, following a significant policy change. However, the implementation of the new rates might take about a week, as the updated rate cards have not yet been announced. Although the new rationalised slabs for liquor officially took effect on 27 th August, wine merchants reported that the new rate cards were still pending, and no liquor had been supplied under the revised pricing structure.

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15 Bar Management Tips to Improve Profitability and Efficiency

Sculpture Hospitality

Running a successful bar is a complex dance of numbers, people, and passion. It's more than just pouring drinks; it's about creating an exceptional customer experience while maximizing profitability.

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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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Heaven Hill Reveals 2024 Parker’s Heritage Release: 14-Year-Old Kentucky Malt Whiskey

VinePair

Heaven Hill has announced its latest release: a 14-year-old Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey. In a Tuesday press release, the distillery revealed this 107-proof limited bottling in the 18th edition of its esteemed Parker’s Heritage Collection. According to Heaven Hill , this ultra-premium expression was barreled in March 2009. The contents of those 128 malt whiskey barrels were then transferred to be finished in 56 heavy-toast, reconstructed Cognac barrels for about four months.

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Review: Le Gin 13

Drinkhacker

Le Gin 13, as the “Le” might suggest, hails from France — specifically the cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape-based maker of the wines Les Cailloux and Cuvée Centenaire, André Brunel. The gin is made from a base of organic grapes and includes 13 botanicals all grown in the Rhone Valley: juniper, coriander, angelica root, cinnamon, orange peel, rosemary, cardamon, pepper, Sichuan pepper, lavender, thyme, fennel, and vanilla.

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Pumpkin Bourbon Smash Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Pumpkin Bourbon Smash is a fantastic seasonal twist on the Bourbon Smash. This fall cocktail blends the comforting flavors of pumpkin and spice with the rich notes of bourbon.

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Review: 2021 The Tease Cabernet Sauvignon by Strip House

Drinkhacker

So, interesting story behind this wine. It’s made by our friends at Boisset’s Raymond in Napa Valley, but you can’t buy it there: It’s an exclusive to the Strip House steakhouse, which has locations in New York and Las Vegas. The wine is a 100% cabernet sauvignon “sourced from two adjacent vineyards in the heart of the Rutherford AVA in the distinctive soil composition of the valley floor.

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Bourbon, Brunch and Bluegrass Event Coming To Kentucky This September

The Whiskey Wash

The official poster for Bourbon, Brunch and Bluegrass. Credit: NuLu Business Association NuLu Business Association , in partnership with the Louisville Mayor’s Office and Danny Wimmer Presents, has announced the hosting of Bourbon, Brunch and Bluegrass. The pregame event will showcase NuLu and celebrate the heritage of bourbon in the Bluegrass state.

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Fullarton releases a whisky & a gin

Spiritz

Goa-based Fullarton Distilleries has launched Kosha Indian Dry Gin and Arton’s Reserve Premium Blended Whisky. Kosha Indian Dry Gin is meticulously distilled using five botanicals: juniper, coriander, orange peel, lemon peel, and rosemary. These botanicals blend harmoniously, creating a smooth and balanced gin that offers a distinctive drinking experience.

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GSN Alert: 12th Annual Negroni Week hosted Sept. 16-22, 2024

Good Spirits News

Campari® , the iconic Milanese red aperitivo, and Imbibe , the ultimate guide to liquid culture, partner for the 12th annual Negroni Week hosted Sept. 16-22, 2024. The #1 best-selling classic cocktail* – the Negroni – will be celebrated globally to support Slow Food , a worldwide movement of local communities and activists in over 160 countries. The classic Negroni has a storied history from its Italian origin in 1919, when the renowned Count Camilo Negroni asked bartender Fosco Scarselli to s

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Suntory completes Hakushu distillery’s upgradation

Spiritz

Suntory has completed the renovation of its Hakushu Japanese whisky distillery, located in Yamanashi prefecture, Japan. The project, which was part of a broader investment plan announced in February last year, aimed to upgrade two of Suntory's production facilities in Japan. This initiative coincided with the 50th anniversary of the Hakushu brand. The renovation introduced several key enhancements, including the implementation of floor malting for the Hakushu brand and the commencement of in-hou

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Fullarton Arton’s Reserve Premium Whisky & Kosha Indian Dry Gin Debut In India

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Fullarton Distilleries Fullarton Distilleries , an Indian spirits company based in Goa, has announced the expansion of its spirits portfolio with the introduction of Arton’s Reserve Premium Blended Whisky and Kosha Indian Dry Gin. These new spirits are part of Fullarton Originals, “a new line of accessible spirits designed to cater to the evolving tastes of Indian consumers,” according to a brand press release.

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Everything We Know About The Infinite: Edition 1, Little Book’s First-Ever Brand Extension

VinePair

On Tuesday, James B. Beam Distilling Co. and its eighth-generation master distiller Freddie Noe announced the first-ever brand extension of the Little Book series, The Infinite: Edition 1. The 59.65-percent ABV straight bourbon whiskey features spirits laid down by three generations of Noe master distillers: sixth-generation Booker Noe, seventh-generation Fred Noe, and Freddie himself.

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Black & Orange Crush  

Cheers

This vodka-based cocktail incorporates a blackberry syrup. Print Black & Orange Crush Course Drinks Keyword blackberry, club soda, orange, Triple sec, vodka Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Old Line Spirits Case 1 vodka ½ oz. Triple sec 1 oz. Blackberry syrup 2 oz. Orange juice Club sod Instructions Combine all ingredients except for the club soda into a shaker.

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Ask a Barista: Is It Bad to Pour Hot Coffee Over Ice?

VinePair

It’s a blazing summer day and all you want is to enjoy a cup of iced coffee. But alas, you didn’t prep your cold brew last night and now, you’re in a time crunch. This all-too-familiar situation begs the questions: Is it OK to pour hot coffee over ice, and is there a better way to chill your brew down fast? VinePair tapped James Scott, the head roaster at New York’s St.

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Beam Unveils Little Book Line Extension, ‘The Infinite’

Cheers

Today, The James B. Beam Distilling Co. and Freddie Noe, 8 th Generation Master Distiller have announced the first line extension and inaugural Little Book series, Little Book “The Infinite: Edition 1” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This new line is meant to celebrate three generations of Noe distillers at the facility. In the Fred B.

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William Grant & Sons Gives Sneak Preview Into 2024 TWFA Exhibition Space

The Whiskey Wash

William Grant & Sons will appear at the 2024 TFWA World Conference & Exhibition in Cannes, highlighting “excellence in execution,” according to a brand press release. As part of the exhibition, William Grant & Sons will unveil a new stand design at the GO2 Golden Village, showcasing brands such as Glenfiddich , The Balvenie , Hendrick’s , and Silent Pool.

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GSN Review: MOTH RTD Cocktails

Good Spirits News

MOTH Drinks is a UK brand cocktail in a can with premium, bar-strength and bar-quality drinks and sustainable manufacturing and packaging is now available in the US. An acronym for “Mix of Total Happiness,” MOTH is the UK’s fastest growing premium RTD brand according to Nielsen, and holds 73% share of the Margarita flavor category as the UK’s #1 Margarita.

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The Dublin Whiskey Co. raises capital through crowdfunding

Just Drinks

The Dublin Whiskey Co. has raised more than €400,000 ($446,532) in crowdfunding for production and marketing.

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25 Delicious Bourbon Cocktails You Need to Try

Mix That Drink

Bourbon is such a quintessential American spirit, and that's why it's featured in so many great cocktails. With its rich, caramel-like flavor and versatility, bourbon lends itself beautifully to a wide range of drink creations.

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The New Trend of Luxury Bars in Ubud

Bar Magazine

Do you think Ubud is just about yoga, rice paddies, and temples? Well, think again—it is time to include an award-winning cocktail bar in your Ubud vacation! While Ubud is renowned for its tranquil atmosphere, there is a secret side to its nightlife. If you know where to look, you will find a rising number of fashionable pubs nestled away across town.

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Bourbon Smash Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Bourbon Smash is a fantastic cocktail that brings together simple ingredients for a refreshing drink. Its easy preparation make it a great choice for both casual gatherings and more formal events.

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Roam Artisan Burgers Expands to Marin County

PubClub

Bay Area restaurant group known for delicious burgers, sides and shakes made with responsibly-sourced ingredients opens in Corte Madera Town Center SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #artisanburgers — Roam Artisan Burgers , the popular, family-friendly restaurant with five locations across the Bay Area, is expanding with its first Marin County location, opening August 31, 2024 in the Corte Madera Town Center in Corte Madera, CA.

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Vampire’s Kiss Martini: A Delightfully Dark and Decadent Cocktail

Mix That Drink

If you're planning a Halloween party, the Vampire's Kiss Martini is definitely one drink you should consider. It looks like blood, but tastes like berries.

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Texas Legal Awards Names Anna Greenberg as Finalist for Influential Woman of the Year

PubClub

2024 honors recognize those who have shaped the Texas legal landscape HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Trial boutique Blizzard Greenberg is pleased to announce that name partner Anna Greenberg has been named by Law.com and Texas Lawyer as a Texas Legal Awards finalist for Influential Woman of the Year. The annual Texas Legal Awards celebrates the state’s trailblazing attorneys who the publications describe as having left an “indelible mark on the legal landscape of Texas,” shaping the law and

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The Ultimate Pumpkin Pie Sangria Recipe for Fall

Mix That Drink

Pumpkin pie sangria with white wine is a delightful celebration of fall flavors that captures the essence of the season in every sip. By blending crisp white wine with rich pumpkin puree and warm spices, you create a refreshing yet comforting cocktail that’s perfect for any autumn occasion.

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Granite Continues Commitment to Highway Safety with $45 Million Project on I-40

PubClub

WATSONVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Granite (NYSE:GVA) has been awarded an approximately $45 million contract to reconstruct and modernize the John Wilkie Safety Roadside Rest Area along the Interstate 40 (I-40) corridor by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). Project funding will come from Caltrans and was included in Granite’s second-quarter CAP.

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ALMQVIST DESTILLERI ANNOUNCES EXPANSION INTO THE UK MARKET

Bar Magazine

The Swedish distillery will launch in the UK with its debut Gin and Aquavit following its partnership with Speciality Drinks. Almqvist Destilleri announces its launch into the UK in partnership with premium spirits distributor Speciality Drinks, the leading curator of exceptional whiskies, fine spirits and Champagnes. This marks its first market expansion since global industry figure and master distiller, Bex Almqvist launched the distillery in 2022.

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