PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The best gin brands for a Gin & Tonic, according to bartenders, at every price point, from Roku Gin to Monkey 47.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Located at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot in New Orleans, you’ll find vibrant cocktail bar Peacock Room and King Brasserie & Bar. Peacock Room’s cocktail menu is filled with stand-out cocktails and the space is brought to life with music from local performers. King Brasserie & Bar is best known for their food menu, but they have established a stellar cocktail program as well.

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The best tomato Martini is made with the liqueur Tomates from Laurent Cazottes. Here's how to make the easy, year-round cocktail recipe.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Available at the resort’s onsite restaurant Red Salt and Pool Bar, Koʻa Kea’s signature Mai Tai is crafted with Koloa Rum from Kauai, making it the perfect companion for a relaxing day by the pool or in the Lava Rock hot tub, with breathtaking ocean views of Po’ipu Beach just steps away. Guests receive a coupon for one free signature Mai Tai during their stay, adding a special touch to their visit.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Diageo India in partnership with BharatCares, a social impact organisation, launched Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) projects in Seng Khasi Upper Primary School (Mawlai Khasi Hills) and Soso Tham Memorial School (Lawsohtun), in Meghalaya. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of members from Diageo India and BharatCares. The projects will benefit over 120 students and staff members by supporting a healthier, safer, and more conducive learning environment.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Princess Cruises is the OG of the modern cruise industry. Not only did it launch nearly 60 years ago, its star rose sharply in the late 1970s when its Pacific Princess ship was cast in the television show The Love Boat. The popular series, which ran from 1977 to 1986, introduced new generations to the world of cruising and to the Princess brand. The Santa Clarita, CA-based company today boasts 16 ships across the fleet that carry millions of guests each year to 330 destinations around the globe.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Raj Bhakta is known for his eccentric approach to whiskey-making. Credit: Hogsworth Raj Peter Bhakta, the enigmatic founder of BHAKTA Spirits and WhistlePig Whiskey , has unveiled a new and innovative brand, combining the boldness of American bourbon with the elegance of French Armagnac. The very first Hogsworth bottling, Batch 1 Blend #9, will be released online in a limited edition of 1,700 sets, with an RRP of $50 per bottle.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Macallan has launched its inaugural retail space in India, partnering with Delhi Duty Free at Indira Gandhi International Airport. Opened on July 30th, this shop-in-shop marks a key step in The Macallan's global growth, offering high visibility in Terminal 3 of one of Asia's busiest airports. The design of the space reflects The Macallan's latest visual identity, drawing inspiration from the scenic landscapes of The Macallan Estate.

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The 2024 halfway mark of Larceny Barrel Proof releases has arrived: B524 coming in at 62.7% abv, but otherwise refusing to mix up this well-worn equation. (Wheated bourbon, cask strength, no age statement.) As a side note, Larceny recently changed up its standard edition , 92-proof label design (see photo, right). Here’s how the brand describes it: Sometimes what’s not there is the key to what is.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

India’s whisky market is undergoing a premiumisation trend, with consumers increasingly willing to spend on luxury whiskies. The demand for premium spirits is driven by rising disposable incomes, global exposure, enhanced infrastructure, world-class bars, burgeoning mixology culture and aspirational appeal. Further, as Rishi Walli, Senior Director Marketing and IMFL Brands, Suntory Global Spirits India, puts it, whisky has also become the right drink to toast on special occasions.

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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

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Credit: Sotheby’s Marriott’s Luxury Group and Sotheby’s, one of the world’s foremost auction houses, have teamed up to auction off exclusive, “once-in-a-lifetime” luxury travel experiences. The Luxury Group consists of brands such as Ritz-Carlton , EDITION , and St. Regis Hotels & Resorts. One such experience is a luxury whiskey getaway including exclusive tastings and tours.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

There has been a definite shift in the whisky segment in India which has fuelled growth in the single malt category in the country as discerning Indian consumers’ increased interest is driving premiumisation. With a younger and diverse population opting for premium spirits, the category is upgrading. Spotlighting the trend, Praveen Malviya, CEO (IMFL), Piccadily Agro Industries Limited, shares his experiences.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Glenglassaugh Serpentine Coastal Cask Collection are 48, 49 and 51 years old finished in three different casks. Rachel Barrie has been creating whisky for 30 years and as Brown Foreman’s master whisky blender she is one of the most prominent figures in the whisky industry. I was fortunate enough to meet with her to discuss the trio of first releases from The Glenglassaugh Serpentine Coastal Cask Collection and the award winning Sandend.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Ardbeg Distillery is reviving the fabled Ardbeg 17 Years Old in a limited edition, shared exclusively with the Ardbeg Committee. Revered for its delicate smoky notes, the original 17 Year Old bottling from the Islay distillery was a true icon of its time. This revival limited edition pays tribute to those who gave Ardbeg 17 its fame– from the whisky’s creators, to the fans who tirelessly lobbied for its return.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Art of Bourbon Auction, the annual event held at the Speed Art Museum in Louisville, takes place tonight (September 12th), from 7:30 pm until 9 pm. On offer will be some of the finest and rarest bourbons and American whiskeys ever to hit the secondary market. All proceeds from the auction go directly to the Speed Art Museum, supporting educational programs and exhibitions.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Few brands embrace pumpkin spice creep quite like Trader Joe’s. Each September, the grocery store chain tacks on a few more seasonal offerings to its ever-expanding list of autumnal goods — and shoppers go absolutely apesh*t for them. These days, just about anything is ripe for the equally beloved and bemoaned pumpkin-spice treatment. But this year, TJ’s has outdone itself by adding a new limited-edition wine to its roster: Pumpkin Spice Chardonnay, which hit store shelves nationwide in early Se

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

We’ve barely scratched the surface on Oregon-based Clear Creek Distillery’s many brandies and liqueurs, but today we’re taking a look at a pear of them. Ha, see what I did there? Clear Creek’s unaged Pear Brandy was actually the first spirit we tasted from the distillery way back in 2009, but we figured it was time for a revisit since the entire operation was acquired by Hood River Distillers in 2014 and relocated in 2017 to be closer to the fruit sources on which its many brandies and eaux-de-v

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Fall is here along with its seasonal hallmarks: leaves changing colors, blustery days, earlier evenings, and a vast array of pumpkin spice delights. Bourbon cocktails are also a terrific way to mark autumn’s entrance. The brown liquor can evoke the season’s warmth and coziness when paired with the right seasonal modifiers, making for a smooth transition from refreshing, rooftop-worthy cocktails or whatever your “ drink of summer ” ended up being.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Cheers to the Carousel Bar in the Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this month. Since its inception in 1949, the bar has been beloved by locals and tourists; it’s also a hot spot during the annual Tales of The Cocktail industry convention. The circus-themed revolving bar, which has 25 hand-painted chairs, circumnavigates at one revolution every 15 minutes.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

After years of protesting, I joined a dating app for one simple reason: I wasn’t meeting anyone outside of the hospitality industry. I love the bar world, don’t get me wrong, but dating within it… well, let’s just say after being in the business for nearly 20 years, our fish bowl has me feeling like I should probably be searching for fish in the actual sea.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Princess Cruises unveiled its largest and most luxurious ship to date with the Sun Princess. The 177,882-ton, 4,300-guest ship, which launched in the Mediterranean this past February, has an increased emphasis on unique and high-end food and beverage experiences. One of these is a virtual “Art de Vivre” wine tasting with Gérard Bertrand, a renowned winemaker from the Languedoc region in the South of France.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

On Wednesday, Council of Fashion Designers of America finalist Jackson Wiederhoeft debuted the Wiederhoeft Spring Summer 2025 “MANIFESTO” collection at New York Fashion Week. The brand partnered with Napa and Alexander Valley winery Silver Oak Cellars to create a bespoke dress crafted with 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon -dyed silk satin, according to The Drinks Business.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Bardstown, KY-based Lux Row Distillers has expanded its Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey lineup with Lux Row Small Batch PX Sherry Cask Finish. The new release is made from small batches of four-year-old ryed straight Kentucky bourbon finished for six months in casks that held PX Sherry, a rich and sweet wine made from ripened, sun-dried grapes. The PX Sherry cask finish imparts aromas of dried figs and dates, the distillery reports, plus flavors of grape syrup and candied fruit followed by hin

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Indian single malts, in particular, have gained acclaim for their unique flavour profiles, which are influenced by the country’s diverse climates and terroir, ranging from the seashores of Goa to hinterland of India and even places like Jammu and Kashmir. And as Vijay Kauthekar, VP Sales and Heemanshu Ashar, Global Brand Ambassador of Paul John point out, this trend is going to gain momentum.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Not to be confused with Muscat, Muscadine is a round, plump, all-American grape varietal that is long overdue for some recognition. Just like Muscat, it leans on the sweeter side, though producers are experimenting with drier renditions to appeal to a larger audience. Muscadine grows throughout a large swath of land across the southeastern U.S., from Delaware down to Florida, and all the way over to Texas.

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Wine 69

Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

India’s demand for luxury spirits has been growing consistently, especially since 2021. This is driven by the evolving consumer preferences. With increasing disposable income and sophistication, there is a growing willingness to spend on quality super-premium and luxury whiskies. Sachin Mehta, Country Director, India, William Grant & Sons, sheds more light on this developing scenario.

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Malt

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

It's not the size of the dog in the fight. The post Copper Dog first appeared on Malt.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Supreme Court is set to announce its verdict later today in a plea filed by jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal seeking bail and challenging his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Delhi's excise policy case. A Bench of the SC will deliver the judgment as the top court reserved its verdict on Kejriwal’s pleas on 5 th September.

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Just Drinks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Scotch Whisky Association has called for government support as the volume and value of exports fell at a double-digit rate in the first half of 2024.

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Bartender.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Endless Summer ¾ oz. Cruzan Banana Rum ¾ oz. Cruzan Guava Rum ½ oz. Amaretto ½ oz. The Perfect Purée Caramelized Pineapple Concentrate, thawed 1½ oz. The Perfect Purée Pink Guava Puree, thawed Fresh mint Prosecco ➜ Combine ingredients, except Prosecco into a mixing glass with ice. Shake with a Boston Shaker and strain into hurricane glass. Top with Prosecco.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) (“Virgin Galactic”) announced that the Compensation Committee of Virgin Galactic’s Board of Directors approved the grants of time-based inducement restricted stock unit awards covering an aggregate of 42,018 shares of Virgin Galactic common stock to three new non-executive employees, each effective September 15, 2024.

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Bartender.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Pumpkin Spice Latte ½ cup strong coffee 1 cup milk, any kind 1 tablespoon maple syrup, or more to taste ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more for serving 3 tablespoons Mozart Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Liqueur Whipped cream or whipped dairy-free cream Cinnamon stick, for serving ➜ In a small saucepan, combine the coffee, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

UNITE HERE has launched a new slate of digital ads to educate consumers about hotel companies devaluing their rewards points and slashing loyalty status perks SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Following widespread Labor Day strikes involving over 10,000 hotel workers, the hotel workers union UNITE HERE has launched HotelDisloyalty.org , a new website exposing how Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt have devalued their rewards programs since 2020.

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Bartender.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Burlington, VT — Switchback Brewing Company, renowned for Vermont’s iconic Switchback Ale, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new Beer Garden & Tap House on Friday, July 12th at 12 PM. This inviting new space offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests can explore Switchback’s diverse array of beers, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages, plus community events and programming.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

NORTH BETHESDA, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #entegra –Entegra, a division of Sodexo, is proud to announce the launch of Entegra Culinary Consulting services and a newly upgraded Entegra Performance Kitchen at 2500 Nine Mile Rd, Richmond, VA, 23223. A newly refocused microsite, www.EntegraPS.com/culinary, will support these services and give a full 360-degree view of Entegra’s offerings.

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