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Radico’s After Dark whisky joins the millionaire’s club

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Radico Khaitan has announced that its flagship brand, After Dark whisky, surpassed the milestone of one million cases in November 2024. After Dark is the 8 th brand to enter the millionaires club, following Magic Moments vodka, 8 PM whisky, 8 PM Premium Black whisky, Spirit of Victory 1965 rum, Morpheus brandy, Old Admiral brandy and Contessa rum. After Dark is an exquisite blend of imported scotch and Indian grain spirit, crafted and packaged for a never-ending celebration of the brand’s

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Review: Stoll & Wolfe Rosen Rye Whiskey Single Barrel 4 Years Old

Drinkhacker

Pennsylvania’s Stoll & Wolfe Distillery was founded in 2016 by Erik and Avianna Wolfe, who partnered with former Michter’s (Pennsylvania-based) Master Distiller Dick Stoll to get operations off the ground. One of their earliest production fascinations was Rosen rye , a grain type developed over 100 years ago but eventually lost due to cross-contamination with other varietals.

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51 Last Minute Holiday Gifts For The Home Mixologist

Casual Mixologist

Christmas and cocktails are a match made in Holiday season heaven. They go together like jingle and bells, snowmen and carrots, or Buddy the Elf and sugar. If youre looking to inspire as much joy as Santa or glass of soul-southing eggnog, then we have the perfect holiday line up for all the mixologists in your life: from the one who knows the exact shaker theyll be using to make their next cocktail to the ones who are a more casual mixologist.

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The Business of Blending: Turntable Spirits Reflects On First 18 Months

The Whiskey Wash

Since my brother Gordon and I launched our blending house, Turntable Spirits , last spring, we have released eleven whiskies. More important than the number of blends weve gotten to market, though, are the lessons weve learned along the way. Lessons about blending, branding, and marketing. About what it takes to succeed as an independent entity in a fiercely competitive industry.

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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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Spiked Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Casual Mixologist

This spiked peppermint hot chocolate is the ultimate indulgent treat no matter the time of year! Sip on this while cozied up by the fire watching a movie to take your holiday evenings up a notch. The combination of classic hot chocolate paired with peppermint vodka creates a one-of-a-kind adult cocktail. Ingredients: 6 oz. Water 2 tbsp. Hot Cocoa Mix tsp.

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Review: Bunnahabhain Feis Ile 2024 Ruby Port Cask Finish 14 Years Old

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For Islay’s 2024 Feis Ile festival, Bunnahabhain released two special editions. David reviewed the first of these a few months ago, and I’m bringing you thoughts on number two, a 14-year-old single malt aged in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in ruby Port hogsheads (time unstated). Bunnahabhain, which is typically sherried, can often present with a somewhat sharp, musty nose, but the use of Port helps to elevate that into a new dimension, showcasing raisins and cinnamon, but filtered

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Review: Cabernets of Domaine Bousquet, Fall 2024

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A search of our archives reveals a generous number of Domaine Bousquet offerings reviewed over the last few years. And with good reason: It is a consistent, quality label found at a more than reasonable price point, and its higher-end Malbecs are excellent representatives of Argentinian Malbec. However, this time were taking a closer look at some of Bousquets Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. 2022 Domaine Bousquet Reserve Organic Cabernet Sauvignon Big and overblown with currant and

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Whiskey Review: Willett Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

The Willett Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon is presented in a beautiful decanter, but how does the bourbon hold up?

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Tamnavulin Sherry Cask Edition

Malt

Tamnavulin was originally set up in 1966. It is situated in the tiny village of Tomnavoulin, in the Speyside region of Scotland. Tamnavulin initially produced. The post Tamnavulin Sherry Cask Edition first appeared on Malt.

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Whiskey Review: Willett Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

The Willett Pot Still Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon is presented in a beautiful decanter, but how does the bourbon hold up?

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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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Diageo launches Godawan Estuary Premium Water

Spiritz

Diageo India, in collaboration with Estuary Water, has launched Godawan Estuary Premium Water. The water is thoughtfully developed and designed to meet the exacting standards of discerning consumers. This collaboration embodies a shared commitment to sophistication and precision, offering an exceptional accompaniment to every experience without altering their integrity.

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7 Triple-Distilled Whiskeys To Try In 2025

The Whiskey Wash

Triple distillation is a technique often associated with Irish whiskey, renowned for its smooth, clean, and refined character. While its a cornerstone of Irelands distilling tradition, this method has been adopted by distilleries around the world, offering unique twists on the classic flavor profile. In this article, well showcase a mix of iconic Irish whiskeys and lesser-known gems from England, Canada, and the United States.

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LVMH launches Volcan de Mi Tierra in India

Spiritz

Louis Vuitton-Moët Hennessy (LVMH) has launched its ultra-premium tequila brand, Volcan de Mi Tierra, in India. The launch features an exclusive range—Blanco, Reposado, Cristalino and Volcan X.A, which are crafted using traditional methods rooted in over 300 years of heritage. Volcan de Mi Tierra draws on the time-honoured traditions of the Gallardo family, whose tequila-making roots trace back to 1774 at Hacienda La Gavilana in Jalisco, Mexico.

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7 Triple-Distilled Whiskeys To Try In 2025

The Whiskey Wash

Triple distillation is a technique often associated with Irish whiskey, renowned for its smooth, clean, and refined character. While its a cornerstone of Irelands distilling tradition, this method has been adopted by distilleries around the world, offering unique twists on the classic flavor profile. In this article, well showcase a mix of iconic Irish whiskeys and lesser-known gems from England, Canada, and the United States.

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