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In the Heart of Tequila Country, Everyone Knows the Chatazo

PUNCH

A tequila and grapefruit cocktail called the Chatazo is a staple in Jalisco, Mexico thanks to longtime bartender Jess Azpeitia Morales.

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AB InBev makes spirits-based tea push with Skimmers brand

Just Drinks

Anheuser-Busch InBev has launched a new spirits-based tea RTD called Skimmers. It is being sold by the group's US arm in close to 20 states.

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Scotch Whisky Review: Berry Bros & Rudd Sherry Cask Matured The Classic Range Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

The Whiskey Wash

Berry Bros Sherry Cask was created as a classic example of a well-sherried Scotch whisky. The Sherry Cask is a recurring small batch release from Berry Bros, which have varied between a blended malt and single malt.

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Castillo Hermanos to buy SunnyD maker Harvest Hill

Just Drinks

Castillo Hermanos has struck a deal to buy SunnyD maker Harvest Hill Beverage Company from private-equity firm Brynwood Partners.

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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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The Martini Gets an Unexpected Twist with Weber Ranch Vodka

Chilled Magazine

The world of vodka is never going to be the same again. The classic Vodka Martini gets a bold and unexpected twist thanks to Weber Ranch Vodka. Made with 100% blue weber agave, this vodka brings a distinctively smooth, earthy character to the timeless Martinistill elegant, but with a modern new edge. While traditional vodkas made from wheat, corn, and potato can be produced in only a few months, using Blue Weber Agave requires a much longer time commitment since the plant matures slowly for up t

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EU vintners will struggle to offset sales hit from US tariffs, trade body says

Just Drinks

CEEV's Secretary General Ignacio Snchez-Recarte said "no other market" could replace US wine export volumes "in the short or medium term"

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“Growth for us is really stability” – Belu on building up its water business and social enterprise

Just Drinks

Co-CEO Natalie Campbell discusses her outlook on the water category, and growth plans for UK-based water producer and social enterprise Belu.

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Drink of the Week: TANDUAY Asian Rum Silver

Imbibe Magazine

As the temperatures warm and summer gets closer, rum takes center stage. And while the selection of rums is vast, one of the most unique options to add to your home bar is TANDUAY Asian Rum , particularly their Silver. Hailing from the Philippines, TANDUAY Asian Rum Silver is an award-winning blend of rums aged for up to five years in bourbon barrels and made from heritage Asian sugarcane grown in the rich volcanic soils of Bacolod, Philippines.

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Calypso acquires watermelon water brand Mela 

Just Drinks

Calypso Lemonades, owned by KJ Holding, has acquired watermelon water brand Mela Water for an undisclosed sum.

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This Week's Beer Events and Socials: Cheers and Farewell to Tonality

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Another week, another brewery has sadly announced its closure. This week it’s Tonality Brewing , who will shutter their space on April 13th , less than a year and a half after opening in November 2023. To their major credit, they’re really trying hard to find new jobs for their employees. In addition, I’ve finally been able to confirm via a message from the restaurant that Evanston’s Peckish Pig no longer makes their own beer.

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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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Review: Virginia Distillery x Foothills Sexual Chocolate Single Malt

Drinkhacker

For whiskey enthusiasts and stout lovers alike, Virginia Distillery has crafted something truly unique with the latest release in their Brewer’s Coalition series. Released just in time for Valentines Day 2025, the Virginia Distillery The Brewer’s Coalition Foothills Brewing Sexual Chocolate Imperial Stout Cask Finish American Single Malt Whiskey (whew!

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Why Every Tequila Brand Turned Down a Massive Product Placement Opportunity in ‘Breaking Bad’

VinePair

When the conversation of best TV show ever made arises, AMCs Breaking Bad almost always gets mentioned as a contender. And the proof is in the numbers. The show had the third- most-watched season finale in cable history, and viewership snowballed exponentially between its 2008 debut and end in 2013. The Breaking Bad universe is full of violence, crime, and deception, but given that millions of people have watched the series in its entirety, one would think that some brands would relish the opp

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Drink Experiences: The Alchemist’s Gin & Tonic at Darling Rooftop

Cheers

Tea is trending right now, from the rise of brick-and-mortar shops dedicated to the drink to the return of high teas as a social gathering to the phrase spilling the tea. But at Darling Rooftop at the Park Lane New York hotel, the best tea is whats served in their Alchemists Gin & Tonic. The experience starts when server brings a chest filled with loose-leaf tea botanical fruit tea to the table for guests to select which flavor infusion they’d like in their cocktail.

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The Rise of Indian Whisky: How India Is Becoming a World Whisky Powerhouse

The Whiskey Wash

Indian whiskies are making significant strides in the global spirits market, with brands like Godawan recently winning the three-star “Superior Taste Award” at the 2025 International Taste Institute awards. This marks part of a broader trend, as Indian single malts consistently earn accolades at international competitions, making waves in the whisky world.

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The VinePair Podcast: Yes, You Can Google the Wine List

VinePair

When ordering wine at a restaurant, the sommelier is there for consultation and guidance. Most somms take immense pride perhaps a little too much in what they do, so they might be offended if a guest pulls out their smart phone to do a little extra digging on their potential wine order. But no somm, regardless of knowledge and expertise, is an all-knowing oracle.

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Kentucky Bourbon Trail Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Record Visitation

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Kentucky Distillers’ Association The Kentucky Bourbon Trail tour hit a milestone in 2024, welcoming a record 2.7 million visitors while celebrating its 25th anniversary with a rebranding campaign and new digital planning tools. This landmark achievement represents an increase from the 2.5 million tourists in 2023 and marks the third consecutive year the Trail has attracted more than two million visitors.

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Review: Bomberger’s PFG (2025)

Drinkhacker

Michters Legacy Series is something of an experimental line for the distillery, often showcasing unique grain selections and oak varietals for maturation. Bombergers Declaration, the first in the series, hit shelves in 2015 with Shenks Homestead following not long after, and in recent years each release has been tweaked in unique ways, however slightly.

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Paul John Visitor Centre Named Global Visitor Attraction of the Year at Icons of Whisky 2025

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Paul John The Paul John Visitor Centre, India’s first single malt whisky experience, has been crowned Global Winner – Visitor Attraction of the Year at the Icons of Whisky 2025, part of the World Whiskies Awards. The recognition places the Goa-based facility among the world’s premier whisky destinations. This award signifies a milestone for Indian whisky tourism, establishing the country’s presence in the international spirits landscape.

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Why Do Restaurants Have Time Limits?

VinePair

We all have our grievances about restaurants. Whether its only seating full parties or subpar wine service, not every aspect of going out is going to please every guest. (Which is kind of unfortunate, because isnt that the whole point of hospitality?) One such grievance is the restaurant table time limit, which might seem somewhat inhospitable, depending on how its enforced.

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The ‘Best of Show’ Winners From The Denver International Spirits Competition 2025

The Whiskey Wash

The results of the 2025 Denver International Spirits Competition (DISC) were recently announced, and this years top winners included some impressive whiskeys that stood out in a crowded field. Known for its thorough judging process, DISC is one of the most respected spirits competitions. Only three whiskeys are awarded the coveted Best of Show title, from 3rd place to 1st place, with the winners reflecting the quality and variety in todays whiskey scene.

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The Cocktail College Podcast: Picon Bière

VinePair

In the 1830s, French soldier Gatan Picon was stationed in Algeria when he crafted his namesake liqueur an intensely bitter, herbal, and orange-forward spirit meant to fight off fevers. Back home, locals soon discovered that a dash of Amer Picon in their beer transformed an ordinary pint into something extraordinary. And so, the Picon Bire was born.

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Saltire Rare Malt Introduces Exclusive Cigar Malt Series From ‘Lost Distillery’

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Saltire Rare Malt Scotland’s newest independent whisky bottler, Saltire Rare Malt, has unveiled the inaugural release from their exclusive Cigar Malt Series. The limited-edition 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, distilled at the ‘lost distillery’ of Speyside Distillers, is the company’s oldest release to date. With only 336 bottles available at 162 ($204) each, this rare offering marks the first entry in a new premium collection from the Falkland bottlers.

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Blue Moon Releases 8% ABV Beer

Cheers

Blue Moon Brewing Co. has expanded its portfolio with Blue Moon Extra, a new high-ABV offering that follows the flavor of its flagship Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Ale. This comes as higher-ABV beers and Ready to Drink offerings have become an emerging trend. Blue Moon Extra is an 8% ABV beer that is brewed with the Valencia orange peel and coriander flavor like the Belgian-Style Wheat Ale.

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The Glenlivet – The Malt That Started It All

The Whiskey Wash

Historically styled as the malt that started it all, The Glenlivet was amongst the first distilleries to become legally licensed in 1824. The best-selling single malt scotch in the United States, The Glenlivet was named the best-selling malt in the world for 2014 displacing Glenfiddich which had held the accolade since 1963. Exploring The Glenlivets distilling heritage, the brands core range, and status amongst Speyside distilleries, this ultimate guide answers all the key questions about this

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Jefferson’s Reserve Cask Strength

Cheers

Jeffersons Bourbon has introduced its latest innovation, Jeffersons Reserve Cask Strength. This limited-edition release is a high-proof, full-bodied, non-chill filtered evolution of the traditional Jeffersons Reserve. This 8-year-old cask strength release comes bottled at 130 proof. For years, Jeffersons Reserve has been our flagship bourbon, celebrated for its balance and sophistication.

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Hibiki Japanese Harmony Review: Japan’s Blending Mastery in a Bottle

The Whiskey Wash

Suntory’s Hibiki Japanese Harmony stands as an elegant ambassador for Japanese whisky craftsmanship in a market hungry for the Land of the Rising Sun’s spirits. Launched in 2015 as aged stocks became scarce, this no-age-statement blend has carved its own reputation beyond being merely a replacement for the discontinued Hibiki 12 Year Old.

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GSN Review: Tamworth Garden Spring Equinox Gin

Good Spirits News

Tamworth Distilling, the craft distillery celebrated for hyperlocal, small-batch spirits founded by creator of the Hendricks Gin brand, Steven Grasse, recently announced their latest release: Tamworth Garden Spring Equinox Gin ($85, 750ml, 80 proof). This is a special edition spirit featuring a blend of fresh celery, lemon petitgrain, juniper, black pepper, lavender, and angelica.

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5 Common Whisky Myths Debunked

The Whiskey Wash

Whisky is a spirit steeped in tradition, ritual, and, unfortunately, misconception. Despite its popularity, a surprising number of myths continue to circulate among both newcomers and seasoned drinkers, creating unnecessary barriers to enjoyment and appreciation. From the belief that age guarantees quality to the notion that there’s only one “proper” way to enjoy your dram, these widespread fallacies can limit your whisky experience.

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GSN Review: Dirty Sue Premium Pickle Juice

Good Spirits News

Dirty Sue Premium Pickle Juice is salty and savory. Created by renowned LA bartender Eric ET Tecosky for use in classic and modern cocktails – whether its a traditional pickle back, Bloody Mary or the salt in a margarita or other citrus forward cocktail. It can also be enjoyed chilled as a stand-alone, high-electrolyte, rehydrating recovery drink or added to soft drinks for a trendy slant.

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Check Out The Tiki Oasis San Diego 2025 Dates, Tickets & Entertainment

PubClub

PubClub.com is lovin’ it at Tiki Oasis San Diego. Photo: PubClub.com Get your tiki on at Tiki Oasis in San Diego. The multi-day festival is back and the 2025 dates are Aug. 6-10. The location is the traditional Town & Country Inn in Mission Valley (ideally suited in the center of town and right off a Green Line trolley stop) and in fact the entire property is turned into a tik oasis for five days.

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This Is Not a Martini

Cocktails with Suderman

Let’s try something new. Tonight around 7 p.m. ET, I’m going to go live from my home bar with Substack’s video feature. You’ll need to download the Substack mobile app to watch. I’ll make one of the drinks from this week’s newsletter, answer a few questions, and perhaps hang around for a few minutes, depending on how things go.

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LTC and KAM Reveal Scale of Absenteeism and Impact on Licensed Hospitality Community as charity unveils host of new services 

Bar Magazine

New research by the LTC (Licensed Trade Charity) and KAM reveals that absenteeism is costing the industry a staggering 305 million annually Since last October, the Charity has seen a 63% increase in calls to its helpline The results have been revealed at the inaugural LTC Wellbeing Conference (2 nd April) as the Charity launches a new look and a host of new and improved services Recent research conducted by the LTC (Licensed Trade Charity) and KAM reveals the scale of employee absenteeism and it

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BRUGAL RUM DEBUTS ANDRÉS BRUGAL EDITION 02: AN ULTRA-PREMIUM EXPRESSION AND TRIBUTE TO HERITAGE AND LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE

Bar Magazine

Developed by Maestra Ronera Jassil Villanueva Quintana, Only 416 Bottles of the Limited-Edition Andrs Brugal Edition 02 Sipping Rum and Distinctive Travel-Inspired Case Are Available Worldwide Continuing its legacy of Dominican rum mastery, Brugal proudly announces its most premium expression to date: Andrs Brugal Edition 02. Fifth-generation Maestra Ronera Jassil Villanueva Quintana meticulously crafted this distinguished rum as a tribute to founder Andrs Brugal Montaner, the Brugal Maestros Ro

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COINTREAU LAUNCHES THE FIRST OPUS OF THE CITRUS SERIES AS A TRIBUTE TO THE CORSICAN POMELO AS AN EXCLUSIVITY FOR BARTENDERS

Bar Magazine

After a decades-long quest to understand and master the wonders of citrus, Cointreau has revealed the fruits of its labour with the launch of its Citrus Series. An exclusive collection of citrus distillates specifically dreamed up for bartenders looking to elevate their craft. This highly limited-edition series celebrates the diversity of citrus, bottling their essence and inspiring endless possibilities.

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York Gin maker opens boutique distillery inside hotel today

Bar Magazine

The makers of York Gin have opened a new distillery with its own gin school inside one of their ancient citys top city centre hotels. York Distillery is located within the citys ancient city walls at Middletons Hotel where new spirits will be developed to complement the existing York Gin range. The boutique distillery also offers lessons in gin tasting and gin making with tutors educated at the WSET (Wine & Spirits Education Trust).

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