Fri.Jan 12, 2024

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An Irish Manhattan Starring Foraged “Guinness”

PUNCH

The Doppelgänger unites housemade stout, Irish whiskey and local flowers and grains in this high-concept take on the classic from New York’s Dead Rabbit.

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Drink of the Week: Cann Social Tonic

Imbibe Magazine

Dry January or not, unless I have guests over, I rarely drink at home. Even then, many of my acquaintances (in keeping with national trends) choose not to drink at all. But it’s nice to be able to offer something a little special, or sip a beverage that demarcates the end of a work day. I had seen Cann on market shelves before, labeled as a “ Cannabis-Infused Social Tonic.” But the brand has made big waves in a growing market, and in this year’s Imbibe 75 , we highlight t

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HBD Haymarket! This Week's Chicagoland Beer Events & Socials

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

On January 12, 2011, something very important happened in the Chicago beer world: Haymarket Pub & Brewery opened for the first time. That means that today is Haymarket’s 13th birthday, and they’re celebrating with some special gifts for us: Their award-winning Defender Stout and Matthias IPA. Even though I never was a regular visitor to their brewpub, I’ve never had a bad time there, and they certainly know how to celebrate.

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ED summons CM Kejriwal for the fourth time

Spiritz

The Enforcement Directorate has issued summons to Delhi’s Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal for the fourth time, in a case linked to Delhi’s alleged excise policy scam. ED has asked Delhi’s CM to appear before the agency on 18th January. Fresh summons comes after Delhi’s Chief Minister skipped earlier summons to appear before the probe agency on 3rd January for questioning related to the above-mentioned case.

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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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Review: Deschutes Brewery Late 2023 Releases

Drinkhacker

At the end of 2023, Oregon’s Deschutes dropped a handful of new (and re-) releases, including the re-revamped version of its highly prized Dissident sour, tasted here next to a vintage version of the same beer from 2019, the last time it was made from this recipe. Let’s check them out. Deschutes Brewery The Dissident 2023 – After several years of experimentation that involved marionberries, raspberries, and peaches , The Dissident sour has returned to its original recipe, built

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Irish whiskey exports decline by double digits in 2023

Spiritz

Exports of Irish whiskey sharply declined by 14 percent during 2023. This was revealed by Irish government’s food agency, Bord Bia, in its Export Performance and Prospects report. Agency shared that the country’s drinks exports fell by 8 percent to reach €1.8 billion. Irish whiskey exports, which accounts for 49 percent value share of Irish drinks exports, declined by 14 percent to reach €875 million in 2023.

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Whiskey Review: Savage & Cooke Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. This in no way, per our editorial policies , influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link in this review our site receives a small referral payment which helps to support, but not influence, our editorial and other costs.

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Ask a Bartender: How (and Why) Should You Make Orgeat at Home?

VinePair

Beloved for its rich nuttiness, orgeat is a crucial, complexity-cranking component in tropical builds and old-school classic cocktails alike. The sweetened syrup, traditionally made with almonds and orange blossom water, offers a light florality and milky weight to builds like the Mai Tai , the Cameron’s Kick , and the Fog Cutter. But not all orgeats are created equal, especially when they’re store-bought, which means making it at home may be your best bet for successful cocktails.

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Review: Nelson Bros. Rye Whiskey and Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey Cask Strength

Drinkhacker

Out Nashville buddies the Nelson brothers recently released two new whiskeys — one, a sourced rye bottled under the Nelson Bros. brand, the other a cask strength Tennessee whiskey made by the Nelsons directly, bottled to celebrate the recent completion of the distillery’s renovation (which no includes a restaurant on site). Let’s dig in to both.

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Blue Moon Offering Dry January Incentive

Cheers

Most people start Dry January with the best intentions but resolve often melts about halfway through the month. That’s why the second Friday in January — Jan. 12 this year — is known as Quitter’s Day. To help Dry January participants make it through the month, Blue Moon is offering a sweetener. From Jan. 12 to Jan. 31, customers that buy a 6-pack of the new Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic brew can receive a Blue Moon 6-pack in February from the beer company.

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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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The Hot Toddy and a General Theory of Hot Cocktails

Cocktails with Suderman

If you are reading this newsletter, then there is a very good chance you have made an Old Fashioned. The Old Fashioned is the original cocktail , and its standard proportions — 2 ounces spirit, a teaspoon or so of syrup (or possibly sugar), plus a couple dashes of bitters — should be familiar to almost anyone who even occasionally makes cocktails.

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The Cocktail College Podcast: The Saturn

VinePair

“Cocktail College” is brought to you today by Tanqueray. Make a spectacular something out of almost anything. Let a Tanqueray cocktail elevate your moment from “Oh, nothing fancy” into “DAMN Fancy.” When sipping a Tanqueray Martini, Negroni, or whatever your favorite cocktail is, you can’t help but feel “damn fancy.” It’s no mistake the iconic green bottle is shaped like a cocktail shaker because Tanqueray elevates cocktails to create a unique and memorable experience.

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Add a Smoked Salt Rim to Your Margaritas, Bloody Marys and More

Mix That Drink

Adding smoke to your salt rims will take your cocktails to a whole new level. In fact, it'll have you adding rims to cocktails that don't traditionally have them.

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AB InBev strikes Olympics deal for non-alc brew Corona Cero

Just Drinks

Anheuser-Busch InBev has struck a deal for its non-alcoholic Corona Cero brand to be the global beer sponsor of the Olympic Games through to 2028.

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GSN Alert: New Spirits Releases 1.12.24

Good Spirits News

CATOCTIN CREEK RABBLE ROUSER BOTTLED IN BOND RYE 6 YEAR Made to commemorate Catoctin Creek’s 15th anniversary, the brand announces their oldest release to date: a 6 year-old Rabble Rouser Bottled in Bond Rye Whiskey. It was produced in the fall 2017 season from 100% rye and was pot-distilled. This bottling was made with the first set of 53-gallon charred new oak barrels used to mature their signature rye whiskey (30-gallon barrels were used previously).

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The Cocktail College Podcast: The Saturn

VinePair

“Cocktail College” is brought to you today by Tanqueray. Make a spectacular something out of almost anything. Let a Tanqueray cocktail elevate your moment from “Oh, nothing fancy” into “DAMN Fancy.” When sipping a Tanqueray Martini, Negroni, or whatever your favorite cocktail is, you can’t help but feel “damn fancy.” It’s no mistake the iconic green bottle is shaped like a cocktail shaker because Tanqueray elevates cocktails to create a unique and memorable experience.

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Alabama Hires Nick Saban’s Successor But Who Is Kalen DeBoer?

PubClub

Alabama plays in a 100,000-seat stadium in front of knowleable who have expect high expections for thier coach. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com College Football Blogger The first things Alabama foootball fans have to do regarding thier new coach is learn his name and how to pronounce it. Reporters need to learn how to spell it. Kalen DeBoer.

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ARC INSPIRATIONS TOASTS RECORD DECEMBER WITH 20% LIKE FOR LIKE SALES GROWTH

Bar Magazine

Award winning bar group, Arc Inspirations, the leading operator of premium bar brands, Banyan, BOX and Manahatta, has announced record sales for December 2023, with like-for-like (LfL) growth and successful new openings contributing to the company’s best ever Christmas. LfL sales for the four weeks to the end of 2023 were up by 19.9% compared to December 2022 (FY23), with all brands outperforming FY23 on a LfL basis.

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Balancing Books and Beats: Tips for Combining Education and Nightlife Successfully

PubClub

Embarking on the college journey is an exhilarating adventure, marked by academic challenges and the discovery of newfound freedoms, particularly in social life. For many students, striking a balance between diligent study and the vibrant allure of nightlife presents a unique challenge. The world of nightclubs and social events, with its pulsating energy and escapism, stands in stark contrast to the quiet discipline of academic study.

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Proposed Argentina wine duty will damage exports “to extreme”, says trade body

Just Drinks

Argentinian winemakers are campaigning against an 8% export tax they say will damage the country’s already “uncompetitive” export market.

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Unlocking Fun: Ideas to Amp Up Your Student Experience

PubClub

The college journey is about more than just academics; it’s a time to explore, grow, and create unforgettable memories. While coursework is essential, having fun and maximising your student experience is equally important. In this article, we’ll explore various ideas to help you unlock the fun and amp up your student journey. 1. Join Student Clubs and Organizations One of the best ways to enhance your student experience is by joining clubs and organizations on campus.

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Just Drinks’ week in data: PepsiCo Europe, Tequila growth and China brandy probe

Just Drinks

The Just Drinks team sifts through the week’s most intriguing drinks industry data sets to bring you a visual roundup - 5-12 January.

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4 Ways to Smoke Salt for Cocktail Rims

Mix That Drink

Smoked salt is amazing for cocktail rims. It adds a special unique flavor to so many classic cocktails, like Margaritas, Bloody Marys and even Old Fashioneds.

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Breal Group to invest £1m in UK’s Black Sheep Brewery

Just Drinks

UK investment firm Breal Group is to funnel £1m into its Black Sheep Brewery to up production and “drive [the brand] forward”.

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NEC Achieves TX-RAMP Level 2 Certification for Suite of Biometric and Face Recognition Solutions

PubClub

The certification reinforces NEC’s commitment to advanced, secure, and privacy-centric biometric recognition solutions for law enforcement and state agencies in Texas IRVING, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)– NEC Corporation of America (NEC), a leading provider and integrator of advanced IT, biometrics, communications, and networking solutions today announced that several of its top-ranked solutions have received Level 2 Certification from the Texas Risk and Authorization Management Program (TX

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Halewood Artisanal Spirits to distribute Krupnik vodka in UK

Just Drinks

Halewood Artisanal Spirits has signed a deal with Poland’s United Beverages Group to distribute its Krupnik Vodka in the UK.

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Mexican Caribbean Continues to Lead Latin America as Top Tourism Destination with Over 33 Million Air Passengers and 6 Million Cruise Visitors in 2023

PubClub

GigNet Finished Strong 2023 with Major Client Wins in Hospitality Segment and is Expanding Collaboration with State Ministry of Tourism to Enhance Public Wi-Fi for Tourists and Residents in Tulum CANCUN, Mexico–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #AirportTulum –GigNet, a Digital Infrastructure company with an extensive regional fiber-optic broadband network from Costa Mujeres, North of Cancun, through the Hotel Zone of Tulum, continues to expand its client portfolio in the fast-growing hospitalit

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Spain’s wine harvest down 14% in 2023

Just Drinks

Spain’s wine production is estimated to have fallen 14% in 2023 amid volatile weather conditions.

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Register Now the 11th (USCAS) United States Corporate Aviation Summit Happening in Miami – February 16th, 2024 – ResearchAndMarkets.com

PubClub

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “11th USCAS US Corporate Aviation Summit” training has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Embark on a journey of aviation excellence at the 11th USCAS, a distinguished platform tailored for manufacturers, operators, and aviation entities. Engage in strategic discussions, explore cutting-edge technologies, and gain insights into the evolving air taxi market.

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Campbeltown Loch – Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Whisky Boys

I miss the old Campbeltown Loch blend, it was a firm favourite of mine.

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Cvent Acquires Jifflenow and iCapture to Expand its Trade Show and Conference Offerings

PubClub

Enhanced capabilities enable sales and marketing teams to improve trade show performance and ROI through automated appointment scheduling and universal lead capture TYSONS, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #MarTech — Cvent , an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, today announced that it has acquired Jifflenow , a leading B2B 1:1 and group appointments scheduling solution and iCapture , an award-winning lead capture solution.

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“Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” Returns to Hong Kong After Five Years on the First Day of the Year of the Dragon Majestic Floats and the Strongest-Ever Performance Line-up Gather for the City-Wide Celebration

PubClub

HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The most eye-catching Chinese New Year celebration in town, the “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade”, is making a grand comeback in Tsim Sha Tsui on the first day of the Year of Dragon (10 February) to heat up Hong Kong’s Chinese New Year ambience and kick off a series of Chinese New Year celebrations.

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It’s About Time! Florida Naming A1A The Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway

PubClub

Jimmy Buffett performs solo on stage during a concert. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Entertainment Blogger “Strollin’ Down The Avenue Known As A1A” – Jimmy Buffett, Trying To Reason With A Hurricane Season It took his death to make it happen, but apparently the Florida state legistlature is renaming its scenic coastal highway, A1A, after Jimmy Buffett.

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