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What Does an ‘Irish Mojito’ Taste Like?

PUNCH

At Bar 1661 in Dublin, the Kelly Green leans on Ireland’s unsung spirit, poitín, alongside several herbal infusions and aloe syrup to transform the Cuban classic.

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Drink of the Week: Q Mixers Spicy Mango Margarita Mix

Imbibe Magazine

If you’ve been drinking Margaritas since before the cocktail renaissance of the early 2000s, you, too, probably have not so fond memories of neon-green mixes laden with artificial sweeteners and preservatives. Cut to 2024 when craft bartending is de rigueur, and Margarita mixes aren’t quite so stigmatized. Case in point: Q Mixers Margarita Mix , which won a silver medal at the 2023 LA Spirits Awards.

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The At-Home Guide to Acid-Adjusting Cocktails

PUNCH

Stocking malic and citric acid powders at home makes it easy to add a pop to everything from spritzes to Daiquiris—no high-tech equipment needed.

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Take Us Back to Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival: What We’re Hearing

Chilled Magazine

The Best of Food and Wine!! Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival was a blast! We will be highlighting, “What We’re Hearing,” about the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival at Atlantis (NPIWFF) in this online content series, so stay tuned. The annual Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival at Atlantis March 13th-17th was an even bigger lineup of celebrity chef talent, culinary events, and exclusive activates.

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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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This Week's Chicago-Centric Craft Beer Events & Socials: Live from the West Coast

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Happy Friday, friends! The World Beer Cup awards were announced Wednesday night and I’m always thrilled when the most competitive award goes to a Midwestern brewery — even more so when it’s one of my favorites in Chicago. Old Irving Brewery’s Beezer beat out 325 other beers to earn the Gold Medal for Juicy/Hazy IPA. Between this award and their GABF Gold, Beezer is the beer that all other hazies are being judged by at this point.

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3 Mother’s Day Cocktails from Sorel

Chilled Magazine

While flowers are the classic Mother’s Day sentiment, why not surprise mom with something really unique this time around? Sorel Liqueur is a beautiful embodiment of flowers (in a bottle!) and the perfect gift for that motherly figure in your life. Inspired by the ancestral Afro-Caribbean beverage, sorrel, Sorel Liqueur is crafted with Moroccan hibiscus along with Brazilian clove, Indonesian cassia, nutmeg, and Nigerian ginger.

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The Best American Whiskey According To The TAG Global Spirits Awards 2023

The Whiskey Wash

Launched in 2022, The TAG Global Spirits Awards recognize the best distilled spirits in the world. From bourbon to scotch, and tequila, industry experts meticulously taste and score hundreds of spirits, awarding “Best In Show” to a select few in each category. Previously, I broke down The Best Bourbons According To The TAG Global Spirits Awards 2023.

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Pernod sales in India grew significantly in Q3

Spiritz

Pernod Ricard India’s sales grew by 8 percent in the third quarter (Q3) of fiscal 2024, according to the release of the company on third quarter FY24 sales and results. However, the company saw its net organic sales drop by 2 percent in the first nine months of fiscal 2024 due to double-digit declines in the US and China. In the release, Pernod Ricard noted accelerating performance in India’s market, which is attributed by the strong consumer demand for spirits, due to sales accelerating and pre

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Whisky Review: Nc’nean Quiet Rebels Gordon

The Whiskey Wash

We review Nc’nean Quiet Rebels Gordon, a Scotch single malt distilled from 100% organic-certified malted Scottish barley and aged in three different cask types. (image via Nc’nean) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whisky from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.

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Review: Tequila Pantalones Blanco

Drinkhacker

You’ve seen the ads. You know the couple behind it. There’s nothing left to do here but toss out an “está bien, está bien, está bien” for Matthew and Camila McConaughey’s tequila, which is named in honor of the pants you are bound to remove upon cracking open the bottle. This is McConaughey’s second foray into spirits, following the 2018 launch of Longbranch bourbon with Wild Turkey.

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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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Wild Turkey Announces Warren Zeiders As 101 Bold Nights Headliner

The Whiskey Wash

Wild Turkey Bourbon ’s annual 101 Bold Nights concert series will, this year, be headlined by Warren Zeiders. The 101 Bold Nights series features artists who share Wild Turkey’s “commitment to community, creativity, and conviction.” In partnership with iHeartMedia, Wild Turkey will host a series of three concerts to benefit Spaceflight Records. Spaceflight Records is a not-for-profit record label that supports emerging musical artists in advancing their careers.

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Summer 2024

Cheers

Welcome to the Summer edition of Cheers magazine! In this issue we present the 2024 Growth Brands Awards winners, the leaders in spirits, wine and ready-to-drink products. Read Now Additional highlights of the Summer issue of Cheers include: Sparkling wine trends, including popular styles and brands on-premise. Why industry watchers expect to see rum grow through premiumization.

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Meet Paul: The Handshake Shot Nantucket Bartenders Want You to Stop Asking For

VinePair

Last summer, while sitting at local haunt Brotherhood Nantucket , two 20-somethings swayed into the bar. The bartender immediately approached them with a round of unidentifiable shots. The duo took them like champs, and after a quick conversation, they took their surprisingly swift departure. This interaction — and a handful of follow-up trips to the Massachusetts vacation destination, which lies about 30 miles off Cape Cod — is how I learned about the Paul, a once-beloved local ritual that̵

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New York Extends Cocktails To-go Law

Cheers

An economic necessity from the Covid-19 lockdowns, cocktail to-go laws have remained in many states even as the pandemic fades into the past. Yesterday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a state budget that included a five-year extension for cocktails to-go from restaurants, bars and taverns. Alcohol producers and on-premise accounts supported the decision.

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The VinePair Podcast: Exploring the Outer Limits of the Margarita

VinePair

Margaritas are the bread and butter of countless bars across the nation, regardless of what the ingredients may be. In a similar fashion to how Martini riffs have gone buck wild in recent years, we’re starting to see the Marg take on a more nebulous identity. It all begs the question: Is the Margarita becoming more about a vibe (sunshine, flip-flops, and letting the good times roll) than the cocktail itself?

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A General Theory of Batching Stirred Cocktails

Cocktails with Suderman

If you like making cocktails, at some point you will probably want to throw a cocktail party. This is always a challenge. But there are ways to make it much, much easier. The first time I threw a cocktail party at my home, I set up an almost full-fledged bar station at what was then my back patio window. We had some rolling carts in the kitchen, so I put together an in-the-round cockpit for making drinks with almost everything I needed.

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And Now, One for the Women!

Spiritz

The future of the beer industry in India looks promising, driven by evolving consumer preferences, increasing demand for diverse beer styles, and potential developments in the market landscape. The industry is changing and it is no longer about catering to just one segment of the society. And this is where United Breweries Limited saw the gap in the market where most of the communication was directed towards men.

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The London Fog

VinePair

The London Fog — no, not the latte — is a "hair of the dog" cocktail consisting of just gin and absinthe. Check out the recipe here!

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THSC to host IndiaSkills 2024

Spiritz

The Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) is hosting the IndiaSkills 2024 Hospitality Competitions, a three-day event from 27th to 29th April at Institute of Bakery and Culinary Arts, and Hotel Saket 27, in New Delhi. This event forms an essential part of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship’s IndiaSkills 2023-24 program, showcasing young talent across five major hospitality skills: Bakery, Cooking, Restaurant Services, Patisserie and Confectionery, and Hotel R

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The Cocktail College Podcast: Techniques: Sugar and Sweeteners

VinePair

“Cocktail College” is brought to you by Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur. Listener, do you want to know the secret to a great Espresso Martini? It’s not the vodka — though the vodka does matter — but no, it’s the coffee liqueur. And do you wanna know the secret to a great coffee liqueur? It’s coffee. That might sound like a no-brainer, but until Mr Black came along, people weren’t really talking about that.

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PepsiCo sells interest in Serbian soft-drinks group Knjaz Miloš

Just Drinks

Mattoni 1873, the Czech soft-drinks business, has bought sole control of Serbian peer Knjaz Miloš after acquiring PepsiCo’s stake in the business.

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Alipay+ Enables Digital Payment of 14 Overseas E-wallets from 9 Countries and Regions in Hong Kong to Support City’s Global Travel Drive

PubClub

In support of Hong Kong’s new mega tourism and commerce drive, Alipay+ now enables users of 14 leading overseas mobile wallets and bank apps from 9 countries and regions to make seamless payment in Hong Kong from their home apps. This represents the largest number of international payment apps introduced at the city’s offline commercial network through cross-border cooperation at one time.

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Bullish Trends in Beer

Spiritz

Along with enhancing the appeal of beer through taste, aroma and packaging, the industry feels that there is a strong need to make its operations increasingly sustainable and environment-friendly. Abhinav Jindal, Founder and CEO, Kimaya Himalayan Beverages says there is a need for continuous innovation to march in tune with the emerging trends. It is evident that the journey of beer in the Indian market is far from static.

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Soho House & Co Inc. to Announce First Quarter 2024 Results on May 10, 2024

PubClub

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $SHCO –Soho House & Co Inc. (NYSE: SHCO) – the global membership platform comprised of Soho House, Soho Works, The Ned, Scorpios Beach Club, Soho Home, and The Line and Saguaro Hotels – will release its first quarter 2024 financial results on Friday, May 10, 2024. A conference call and live webcast will be hosted to discuss these results on Friday, May 10, 2024, at 9.00 am ET.

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Whisky Review: Highland Park 1961 22 Year Old Cadenhead

The Whiskey Wash

The Cadenhead Dumpy whiskies are classics, and they are highly sought-after at auction. Highland Park Distillery , established in 1798 by David Robertson, is one of the most revered whisky distilleries worldwide. Situated on the Orkney Islands, off the northeastern coast of Scotland, it had previously held the title of the northernmost distillery in Scotland.

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Korea Tourism Organization Launches Dynamic U.S. Campaign: K-Tourism Roadshows Sweep across the US

PubClub

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has intensified efforts to entice more visitors from the United States with the launch of expansive promotional campaigns, featuring K-Tourism roadshows in key cities such as New York (April 23 rd , 2024), Los Angeles (April 25 th , 2024), and Chicago (April 29 th , 2024). The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, in partnership with the KTO, organized a successful K-Tourism roadshow aimed at inviting US travelers to e

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Go full vintage with The Zetter Wines: The Zetter launches first wine collection at its Marylebone and Clerkenwell properties

Bar Magazine

Boutique hotel group, The Zetter, is delighted to launch its first ever wine collection, The Zetter Wines, offering those visiting their beautiful, cosy Parlours at The Zetter Clerkenwell and The Zetter Marylebone the opportunity to enjoy two incredible blends, exclusive only to The Zetter. What has long set The Zetter apart is their phenomenal cocktails, creatively crafted in ‘The Lab’.

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A Thoughtful Guide to Choosing the Best Live Casinos for Live Poker Games

PubClub

For poker enthusiasts seeking to engage in their favourite game, your search concludes here with our recommended live casinos ! In this comprehensive guide, we will explore all the essential factors to consider when selecting the ideal live casinos for an enriching live poker experience. Finding the right casinos is crucial to ensure a top-notch gaming experience.

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More recipe changes needed to cut sugar, fat and salt in processed food and drink, German government says

Just Drinks

Germany has called on the Max Rubner Institute to put new reduction targets for food and drink manufacturers in place by the end of 2024.

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3 San Diego Breweries Win Gold Medals At The 2024 World Beer Cup

PubClub

For breweries, winning at the World Beer Cup is like winning a medal at the Olympics. Photo: World Beer Cup Three San Diego Breweries were awarded gold medals at the 2024 World Beer Cup, the the largest international beer competition often called the “Olympics of beer competitions.” Overall, San Diego breweries won 14 medals. Coronado Brewing and North Park Beer each won gold while Pizza Port won two golds.

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Keurig Dr Pepper to promote “value” of US coffee amid declining sales

Just Drinks

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is seeking to emphasise the “value” of its US coffee products as it looks to stem declining US coffee sales.

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DRiNK x Victor Yang from Aha Saloon, Taipei

DRiNK Magazine

DRiNK Asks, Bartenders Answer #1 The post DRiNK x Victor Yang from Aha Saloon, Taipei appeared first on DRiNK.

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Pernod Ricard ramps up promotions as US and China struggle

Just Drinks

Pernod Ricard will undertake “accelerated” promotional activity in the US amidst falling sales in a competitive US market.

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Global Wine Consumption Hits Lowest Point Since 1996

VinePair

The Organization for Vine and Wine (OIV) announced new data Thursday that suggests global wine consumption has dropped to the lowest level since 1996. John Barker, the director general of OIV, hosted a web conference from the organization’s headquarters in Dijon, France to share how vineyard surface area, wine production, wine consumption, and wine trade fared in 2023.

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Lavazza makes move to buy control of vending business IVS

Just Drinks

Lavazza is set to increase its ownership in IVS Group, by acquiring an additional 28.36% stake for €185m ($197m).

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