Thu.Mar 21, 2024

article thumbnail

Are Beer Flights Passé? The Debate Captures Craft Beer’s Growing Pains.

PUNCH

Beer flights are a divisive debate in craft beer. For some, they are unnecessary holdovers. For others, they're a key to accessibility.

Beer 338
article thumbnail

Whisky Around the World: Scotch Whisky

Chilled Magazine

The word ‘whisky’ has deep Scottish roots. It was derived from the Gaelic word ‘uisge beatha’, or ‘usquebaugh’, which means ‘water of life.’ As part of our Whisky Around the World annual content series, we bring you eight Scotch whiskies, rich in craftsmanship, culture, and history. Bunnahabhain 12-Year The beginning of the Bunnahabhain core range, this multi-award-winning whisky first launched in 1979.

Highball 258
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Make Your Cocktail “Perfect”

PUNCH

How to make a perfect Manhattan, Martini or any other classic cocktail by splitting the vermouth portion, with three recipes to try.

302
302
article thumbnail

Kylie Jenner Launches Sprinter!

Chilled Magazine

Today, entrepreneur Kylie Jenner launched Sprinter, the ultimate vodka soda in a can! Made with simple, high quality ingredients – premium vodka, sparkling water and real fruit juice – and created in four true-to-fruit flavors, Sprinter is a bold and refreshing new entry into the RTD space. “Sprinter is my answer to the growing consumer demand for quality canned cocktails — we’re adding to a market dominated by only a few players with an incredibly delicious vodka soda in a can,” say

Vodka 244
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Step in Right Direction

Spiritz

Kasturi Banerjee, Founder & Director, Stilldistilling Spirits, has been interested in the fascinating world of alco-beverages since long. Given that kind of clear focus and determination, it wasn’t long before she came to the point of launching her own company with the marketing philosophy that the ubiquitous rum needed a makeover. The result was the formation of her company.

Rum 110
article thumbnail

We Asked 8 Beer Pros: Which Beer Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2024)

VinePair

The craft beer boom has reached far and wide , and there are as many brews to explore as any adventurous drinker could ever hope to find. While there are well over 100 styles of beer, some old standbys still get all the attention. More unsung styles rarely get their time on-tap to shine — always idle on the shelf, and never the popular pour. That’s why we asked the people who know beer best what should be on your radar.

Beer 118

More Trending

article thumbnail

The 10 Most Popular Beers for Each Generation in the U.S. [Infographic]

VinePair

Many things are passed down from generation to generation: traditions, family heirlooms, genetics, recipes. We’re all a product of nature and nurture, and that plays a major role in the food, music, and clothing we both embrace and rebel against as we age. According to recent survey data from YouGov, beer is no exception. The market research company polled a group of Americans by presenting them with 75 beer brands, asking if they’re familiar with each brand, and whether or not they have a posit

Beer 105
article thumbnail

An ode to Cocktails. and Dreams

Spiritz

Embarking on her odyssey in the hospitality realm two decades ago, Minakshi Singh initially dipped her toes into the waters of outdoor catering, driven by a desire to bolster her pocket money. Little did she know that this modest beginning would evolve into a saga of entrepreneurial triumph as the Co-founder of Sidecar and Cocktail & Dreams, where every chapter reads like a captivating tale.

article thumbnail

Whiskey Review: Hard Truth Distilling Chocolate Malt Sweet Mash Rye 2023

The Whiskey Wash

We review Hard Truth Distilling Chocolate Malt Sweet Mash Rye 2023, distilled from a mash bill that includes chocolate malt alongside rye and corn. (image via Nino Kilgore-Marchetti/The Whiskey Wash) Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies , this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Whiskey 105
article thumbnail

Diageo to appoint Sir John Manzoni as Chair of the Board

Spiritz

Diageo has announced that its current Non-executive Director, Sir John Manzoni will be appointed Chair of the Board on or around 5th February 2025 when the current Chair Javier Ferrán retires from the Board. Sir John Manzoni joined the Diageo Board in October 2020. He was Chief Executive of the UK Civil Service from 2014 to 2020. He is currently Chair of FTSE-listed multinational energy business SSE plc and a Non-executive Director of engineering and technology business, KBR, Inc.

110
110
article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

WhistlePig Teams Up With The Super Troopers To Save Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup

The Whiskey Wash

The ingredients for the perfect Maple Old Fashioned – PiggyBack Rye and Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup. Credit: WhistlePig Whiskey WhistlePig Whiskey has developed a plan to tackle the global maple shortage along with the legendary Super Troopers from the eponymous 2001 comedy movie. The “maple-chugging troopers” and the famed whiskey brand have teamed up to ramp up production of WhistlePig’s Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup, one of the key ingredients in the brand’s Maple Old Fashioned.

Whiskey 99
article thumbnail

Review: Tincup Bourbon Fourteener Release No. 2

Drinkhacker

Tincup’s Fourteener series (a 14 year old Colorado bourbon) got its start at the end of 2022, and as promised it’s back with a second edition, Release No. 2, which is bottled in honor of Quandary Peak, one of the 58 mountains in Colorado known as Fourteeners, due to their height topping 14,000 feet. For what it’s worth, Quandary is one of the most popular 14er hikes in the state, should you find your feet feeling antsy to get out into nature.

Whiskey 102
article thumbnail

Tequila Don Julio Alma Miel Makes the Case for Oven-Roasted Agave Honey

VinePair

A love letter to Blue Weber agave, Tequila Don Julio Alma Miel celebrates the plant that it’s made from in every sip. Crafted with the delectable nectar found at the core of the agave plant, which is transformed into rich oven-roasted agave honey, this spirit boasts notes of wildflowers and dried fruits on the nose. Robust and flavorful, the oven-roasted agave honey creates a palate-pleasing dream — one ready to be enjoyed straight or mixed into an ultra-smooth classic cocktail, like the Negron

Tequila 98
article thumbnail

TINCUP Whiskey Helps Bourbon Lovers Get Solar Eclipse Ready

The Whiskey Wash

TINCUP Whiskey is helping bourbon drinkers get prepped for the solar eclipse on April 8th. Credit: TINCUP Whiskey TINCUP Whiskey is helping bourbon lovers prepare for the total solar eclipse on April 8th, 2024. Outdoor gear, merch bundles, and even an eclipse-inspired cocktail recipe are being offered to help you make the most of this celestial event.

Whiskey 83
article thumbnail

Sazerac to Acquire BuzzBallz

Cheers

Sazerac, the global spirits company known best for owning Buffalo Trace Distillery , has signed a deal to purchase BuzzBallz, a fast-growing ready-to-drink (RTD) producer. BuzzBallz was founded in 2009 by Merrilee Kick. The company’s spherical shape and unique flavors quickly caught on with consumers. The partnership with Sazerac will allow BuzzBallz to reach more consumers domestically and internationally, the companies say.

86
article thumbnail

5 Macallan Scotch Whiskies For 5 Different Budgets

The Whiskey Wash

Everybody wants a piece of Macallan. The Speyside scotch whisky brand is considered the pinnacle of luxury whisky, with new bottlings selling out in seconds and old bottles breaking world records. Of course, most of us don’t have $2.6 million in our back pockets to purchase a 1926 60 Year Old. However, over its history, Macallan has released a high number of bottlings, with indie bottlers also getting stuck in.

article thumbnail

Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 18-Year-Old Bourbon

Malt

A return trip to Heaven. The post Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 18-Year-Old Bourbon first appeared on Malt.

111
111
article thumbnail

The All-Day Bloody Mary

Jeffrey Morgenthaler

This recipe, one of the first developed for the opening menu at Pacific Standard, is my reconciliation to a drink that I never really cared for in the first place: The Bloody Mary. Yeah I know it’s weird. But as a bartender, I’ve always been that guy that died a little inside whenever someone ordered | Read More The post The All-Day Bloody Mary appeared first on Jeffrey Morgenthaler.

article thumbnail

Canned water rides wave of interest in sustainability

Just Drinks

Consumer interest in sustainable consumption has seen a number of nascent canned water brands enter the category.

105
105
article thumbnail

How Changing Times and Social Media Are Transforming Shift Drink Culture

VinePair

It’s a time-honored tradition — a sacrament that was once damn-near codified as law across the industry. “Thou Shalt Enjoy a Shift Drink” might as well have been etched on a golden plaque, affixed to the inside surface of every kitchen door, locker room, wine cellar, chef’s office, and speed rail at any restaurant or bar on Earth. A hospitality employee’s right.

article thumbnail

5 Macallan Scotch Whiskies For 5 Different Budgets

The Whiskey Wash

Everybody wants a piece of Macallan. The Speyside scotch whisky brand is considered the pinnacle of luxury whisky, with new bottlings selling out in seconds and old bottles breaking world records. Of course, most of us don’t have $2.6 million in our back pockets to purchase a 1926 60 Year Old. However, over its history, Macallan has released a high number of bottlings, with indie bottlers also getting stuck in.

article thumbnail

The Cocktail Whisperer’s Take on Spaghetti Westerns

Cocktail Whisperer

Tweet By Warren Bobrow Do you remember the genre of motion pictures named the Spaghetti Westerns? Do I see a glint of recognition over there? Perhaps you’ve heard of The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly? Well, you may be a bit young for Westerns, but these fantastically authentic, Westerns were filmed, not in the United States, but in Spain! It’s probably a reach to imagine the actors- those faces were not American ones, but very, very European- look at their teeth for clues.

Gin 68
article thumbnail

Wine 101: Burgundy Part I: Chieftains and the Mediterranean

VinePair

Before diving into this Burgundy series, be sure to check out the previous Wine 101 episodes on Burgundy , Pinot Noir , and Chardonnay for some important context! How did Burgundy become Burgundy? Well, the story starts all the way back in 1200 B.C. when the Gauls moved into what is now part of modern- day France, Belgium, and Germany. Six hundred years later, vines were introduced to Massalia, modern-day Marseille, and the Gauls developed a thirst for wine, especially those from the Mediterrane

Wine 61
article thumbnail

Experience the Beauty of Alaska on a Top-Rated Fitness Retreat Aboard the Sophomore Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaska Retreat

PubClub

Weeklong Cruise Sails Round-Trip from Seattle August 18-25 on the Majestic Princess; Features Top Instructors and Unforgettable Experiences Both Aboard and Ashore IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Club Pilates , the world’s largest Pilates brand, has partnered with Princess Cruises for a second time to offer Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaska Retreat.

Club 52
article thumbnail

All-Day Bloody Mary Mix

Jeffrey Morgenthaler

This is a take on the solution to The Bloody Mary Conundrum that I posted over a decade ago, in response to the logistical challenges of having a Bloody Mary on the menu at a bar. This particular take is detailed more extensively in the All-Day Bloody Mary post, and I encourage you to read | Read More The post All-Day Bloody Mary Mix appeared first on Jeffrey Morgenthaler.

Bar 52
article thumbnail

Fifth Woman Working at an Aimbridge-Operated Hotel Files State Sexual Harassment Allegations, Reports UNITE HERE Local 11

PubClub

Prominent Californians urge new Aimbridge CEO in his first week to “play a leading role” in resolving “allegations of sexual harassment and ineffective management” LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The fifth woman in less than a month has broken her silence by alleging she experienced sexual harassment working at an Aimbridge-operated hotel. Marta Vela, a houseperson at the Hampton Inn in Santa Monica, sent a complaint letter to the California Civil Rights Department alleging that a manage

article thumbnail

8 Ways to Create a Local Marketing Strategy for your Hotel Restaurant

SevenRooms

Molly Weinberg Over the last decade, hotel restaurants have become an epicenter of local culture, rivaling independent eateries in attracting travelers. But if the sole focus of your F&B strategy is to get “heads in beds” you’re likely missing out on a huge demographic — locals. When your hotel F&B marketing plan caters to locals and travelers, you generate stronger brand loyalty and retention, consistent year-round revenue and invaluable word-of-mouth marketing.

article thumbnail

Manchester United Announces Global Partnership With Malaysia Airlines

PubClub

Malaysia Airlines Named Official Commercial Airline of Manchester United MANCHESTER, England–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Manchester United and Malaysia Airlines have announced a multi-year partnership which will see the award-winning airline become the club’s official commercial airline. As an established and respected name in global aviation, Malaysia Airlines prides itself on representing Malaysia and providing best-in-class customised experiences for its passengers, reflecting the Malaysian c

Club 52
article thumbnail

Interview with Amanda Chen, Founder of Tomonotomo

Dry Atlas

Tomonotomo Founder Amanda Chen’s path took a transformative turn during the pandemic, when she permanently removed herself from behind the bar and found solace, inspiration, and a renewed sense of purpose in Mexico. As Amanda dove deeper into the world of non-alcoholic spirits, she discovered that, although the market was exploding with new products, a lot of non-alcoholic spirits were simply made of water, “natural flavors,” and preservatives.

Alcohol 52
article thumbnail

The Empire State Building Unveils Star Wars-Themed Takeover with a Dynamic Light Show, Interactive Fan Experiences, Celebrity Visit, and More

PubClub

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Empire State Building (ESB), in collaboration with Disney Consumer Products and Lucasfilm, today unveiled a Star Wars -themed, villains-inspired takeover for fans in New York City that featured a dynamic light show, immersive experiences for visitors, character appearances, and participation from actor Hayden Christensen in a morning lighting ceremony.

Bar 52
article thumbnail

Pineapple Ginger Espresso Sour

Moody Mixologist

The Espresso Martini is still having its moment, but have you tried an Espresso Sour? Rather than combining bold, bitter and sweet flavors, an Espresso Sour takes things to the next level by mixing bitter, sweet, and sour. This recipe melds all of those flavors together in perfect harmony with the addition of tropical pineapple and ginger. If you love espresso, but sour-style cocktails are more your style, this is a recipe you’ve got to try!

article thumbnail

Padres Now Offering Sunset Slam Mango Lime Hard Kombucha At Petco Park

PubClub

Sunset Slam Mango Lime hard kombucha is available at San Diego Padres games. The San Diego Padres are now offering a new adult beverage at Petco Park, the Sunset Slam Mango Lime hard kombucha. Made locally by NOVA, it is 8% alcohol-by-volume (ABV) and has a flavor profile of mango and lime. It is gluten free and vegan and is sold in both draft and in 16-oz cans at multiple locations within the ballpark: on tap in Gallagher Square and within the Craft Beers of San Diego area on the main concourse

article thumbnail

Bidfresh reveals The Juice Fresh Trends expected to dominate the out of home market in 2024

Bar Magazine

Hoping to support and inspire their wide-ranging customer base, Campbell Brothers (catering butchers), Direct Seafoods (nationwide fishmongers) and Oliver Kay (fresh ingredient suppliers) has this week released its latest Fresh Trends Report. Despite the multiple challenges presented by the current trading environment, operators and chefs have continued to overcome them by utilising fresh produce to create inspired dishes for their menus.

article thumbnail

This Hotel Offers A Relaxing Spring Break In Cabo

PubClub

The Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos is a sprawling property i Baja, Mexico. Photo: Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos Not far from the revelry in Cabo San Lucas for Spring Break, the Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, Autograph Collection (HDM) offers a more relaxed way to spend the time. Located in Los Cabos, about 45 minutes from its wilder neighbor, it is a property with a classic Mexican Hacienda flair.

article thumbnail

Welbilt TotalCare for Total Peace of Mind

Bar Magazine

Welbilt TotalCare launches to provide support and service for Welbilt’s comprehensive commercial equipment portfolio. Keeping equipment running at optimal levels, reducing downtime and prolonging the life of commercial kitchen equipment, the new Welbilt TotalCare Service Packages aim to offer wraparound support to customers with options that deliver 24/7 service responses, nationwide support from Welbilt trained engineers and approved service partners, plus planned maintenance visits and more.

Bar 52