PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Michelada, the classic Mexican cocktail made with beer, hot sauce and spices, has become a booming side hustle across the U.S.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

You’ll have to forgive us if, during this time of year, all of us here at Imbibe have Negronis on the brain. (Not that we don’t always have Negronis on the brain—and Martinis , and spicy Margaritas , and Mai Tais ! But I digress…) We can’t stop thinking and drinking all-things Negroni because next week is our annual global fundraiser Negroni Week !

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A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Contents : Tiki gifts Garnish accessories & “Unexpected Gifts” Barware Random gifts: Cocktail calendar, bar smoker, & wine charms Alcohol infusion Spirits Glassware & Cocktail accessories Bar courses Finding perfect gifts for your groomsmen, bridesmaids, and other attendants is part of the wedding planning process that often gets overlooked.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

If you haven’t taken a look at this weekend’s local lineup for Oktoberfest celebrations , you should do yourself a favor and check it out. There are so many Oktoberfest celebrations going on this weekend and next. We’ve been added a bunch more since that post first published, so even if you’ve already made plans for this very busy weekend, doublecheck it just to be safe.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

How Does The Angel’s Envy Triple Oak Differ From The Brand’s Flagship Bourbon? Angel’s Envy ’s flagship bourbon is the Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished In Port Wine Casks. This is a rather experimental cask finish for a core range bottling, let alone for a flagship expression. However, the Port Wine Cask Finish bourbon from Angel’s Envy received a fantastic reception.

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In 2024, American whiskey enthusiasts often take for granted the existence of whiskey featuring a secondary maturation, as such offerings are extremely common. Dating back to 2006, Angel’s Envy served as a pioneer that got the ball rolling on the secondary maturation front, with its bourbon finished in Port wine casks. October 2024 brings Angel’s Envy’s first addition to their Signature Series line since their rum cask rye was launched in 2013.

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Just Drinks

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

French wine production for the 2024 season is heading for a double-digit decline as weather conditions impact growers.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

With an increasing number of whisky consumers opting for the premium segment, whisky makers have realised the importance of aged single malts that can offer unique characteristics to the drink. HV Chinoy, Director of South Seas Distilleries, explains how this process has been able to place Indian whiskies on the world map. As consumers are becoming more adventurous with their beverage choices, single malt whiskies are starting to attract a broader audience beyond the traditional connoisseurs. &#

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Mix That Drink

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

You could think of the Painkiller as a more grown-up version of the Pina Colada. This cocktail recipe uses dark rum instead of light, and adds orange juice and nutmeg in place of the cream, making it a little more tart and sophisticated. But the easy-going tropical pineapple and coconut flavors still dominate.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition just celebrated its 10th anniversary. Having now spent a decade carefully tasting and recognizing the best bourbon and whiskey that North America has to offer, the competition for the judges’ favor has never been more fierce. In this year’s competition, 15% more entries were received than in 2023.

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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

Good Spirits News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Sidewalk Side Spirits, a New Orleans-based spirits brand incubator, recently announced the release of Hardhide Chilton County Peach Whiskey, the latest addition to their growing portfolio. This new offering joins its sibling, the company’s popular Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey, bringing a taste of the South to flavored whiskey enthusiasts everywhere.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Angel’s Envy Triple Oak is the first new addition to the Signature Series in over 10 years. Credit: Angel’s Envy Angel’s Envy has expanded its Signature Series with the release of Angel’s Envy Triple Oak. The release marks the first new addition to the brand’s core range in over 10 years – the Angel’s Envy Port Wine Cask Finish was launched in 2011, followed by the Caribbean Rum Casks Finish in 2013.

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Mix That Drink

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Pina Colada is a delicious summertime classic blended drink featuring rum, coconut cream and pineapple juice. It's sweet, creamy and smooth.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Credit: Tom Beckbe Pappy & Company has teamed up with outdoor apparel company, Tom Beckbe , to produce two limited-edition jackets inspired by the legacy of Pappy Van Winkle. The Piedmont and the Women’s Blakeley are priced at $550 each and are offered in a new Stave Brown colorway that draws inspiration from the deep, rich brown tones of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon barrels.

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Mix That Drink

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The delicious Sea Breeze drink recipe features vodka, cranberry and grapefruit juice. It's a refreshing cocktail with just the right balance of sweet and tart.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Who Will Enjoy Table Whisky From The Leith Export Company? Table Whisky should have everyone wanting to try it. Not only is single grain whisky still a very understated style of scotch whisky, but it can also be a lot more versatile than malt whisky, as well as being a little more affordable, too. If you’re into trying new things then already you should have this in a basket somewhere.

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Forever Young is a new Côtes de Provence rosé clearly built with summer, parties, and bachelorettes all in mind. It’s a nonvintage offering, blended from 40% cinsault, 55% grenache, and 5% syrah and featuring a trendy glass stopper instead of a cork. Let’s give it a whirl. Brutally floral, with a secondary punch of strawberry. Lots of creamy Twinkie filling in the mix here, which impregnates the experience with vanilla and, later, citrus peel.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Credit: Diageo Johnnie Walker , one of the world’s most beloved blended scotch whisky brands, has unveiled the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra, believed to be the lightest whisky bottle. Diageo has stated that the “previously claimed ‘lightest weight scotch whisky bottle’ was launched by a UK retailer and weighed around 298 grams.” The reveal of Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra signals the brand’s commitment to innovation, with hopes that the ground-breaking design could inspire the more luxurio

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

When the VinePair team isn’t busy working at HQ, we’re in the field doing what we do best: scoping out the best cocktails, wine, and beer in the five boroughs. Here are the cool, current, and flat-out excellent drinks you should try in New York right now, according to our editors. Martini ‘Our Way’ at Le Veau d’Or Credit: Geo Rivera While we’re secure in our go-to Martini specs, we’ll happily leave them at the door of the newly reborn Upper East Side bistro Le Veau d’Or.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

“Between Two Barrels” promises to deliver talks on a wide range of engaging topics. Credit: Pursuit Spirits Pursuit Spirits has announced the launch of a new activation at this year’s Kentucky Bourbon Festival. The activation is called “Between Two Barrels”, and will feature engaging talks from some of the world’s biggest spirit and wine content creators.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

On Friday, Angel’s Envy announced the first addition to its Signature Series in over 10 years: Angel’s Envy Triple Oak. Bottled at 46 percent ABV, the bourbon is a blend of three whiskeys finished in varying types of oak barrels including Hungarian oak, French oak, and locally sourced Chinkapin oak from Kentucky. “I’m thrilled we are making a mark on the brand’s Signature Series with Angel’s Envy Triple Oak,” said master distiller Owen Martin in a press release.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Welcome to the Fall edition of Cheers magazine! This issue includes our 2024 Growth Brands Awards for beer as well as our Suppliers of the Year and a new Hall of Famer. We also cover the updated beverage program on Princess Cruises’ newest ship, the future of whiskey and the state of the beer industry, plus a truly blind prosecco tasting; reviews of American wines, What I’m Drinking Now, and more!

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In the aughts, we saw a surge of Negroni variants that employed a simple swap of gin for another spirit à la the Kingston Negroni and Mezcal Negroni. But in the current bartending landscape, much like the Martini, the Negroni is moving away from being a drink template and toward a general flavor profile. These days, some “Negronis” don’t even contain Campari.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The collaboration between Grey Goose Vive Le Voyage and designers Shantanu and Nikhil raised a toast to the tasteful coming together of French excellence and modern Indian aesthetics. It was driven by the fact that young Indians are now seeking more exclusive experiences as a form of self-expression, which offer a distinct opportunity to craft unforgettable moments inspired by French sophistication and elegance.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

“Cocktail College” is brought to you today by Tanqueray. I don’t know about you, listener, but I’m one of those people who needs a mobile app to track my budget. And I’m going to let you in on a little secret: I actually have a line item on mine marked “Tanqueray.” It’s true! Because I’m a gin Martini drinker, and Tanqueray is my Martini gin. I’m not ashamed to admit it — I have a Tanqueray monthly budget.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In a diverse and culturally rich country like India, establishing a connection with local consumers can significantly enhance brand acceptance and loyalty. In a competitive Indian market, a strong local identity can differentiate a brand from the global and domestic competitors, states Bharat Gandhi, Vice President and Head Operations (IMFL), Triveni Engineering and Industries Ltd.

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Cocktails with Suderman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Our unofficial Negroni Month continues this week with a new cocktail that most readers probably haven’t encountered before. It’s the Rhythm Rug, a clever concoction from the fine folks at Death & Company: It’s a grassy, dry, piney, subtly bitter riff on the lesser-known Negroni cousin, the Old Pal. I try dozens and dozens of new-to-me cocktails every year, and this is one of the very best I’ve had in 2024.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The young generation’s preference for premium and unique experiences is fuelling the demand for more premium, new and craft whiskies in India. Additionally, there has been a substantial increase in per-capita whisky consumption, in India, with a nearly 2.5 times rise over the last decade. Given this optimistic scenario for whisky consumption, Shivam Ginglani, Founder and CEO, Ginglani Distillers Private Limited sheds light on how whisky makers in India need to strategise their growth plan.

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Bartender.com

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

FEATURED BARTENDER SEPTEMBER 2024: Tony Arnone The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails in Las Vegas, NV Tony Arnone has risen through the hospitality industry from humble beginnings, starting his career as a dishwasher at Cheddar’s in his hometown of Kansas City, Missouri. While working there, Tony would crack jokes with the owner, and his personality shone through, convincing the owner to move him up to server and eventually bartender.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

BETHESDA, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–RLJ Lodging Trust (the “Company”) (NYSE: RLJ) previously announced in its Q2 2024 Earnings Release that its Board of Trustees had declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on October 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2024.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

“Each label is different, and there is huge variety in Compass Box labels,” explained James Saxon, Compass Box’s new Whiskymaking Director. Photo: Compass Box Compass Box is shaking things up with their innovative approach to whisky. For decades, single malt scotch has dominated the premium whisky market. But Compass Box is challenging the status quo with their beautifully presented and meticulously crafted blended whiskies.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Presales begin Monday, Sept. 16; Tickets go on sale on Thursday, Sept. 19 Tickets for previously-announced shows through Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024 are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com/GarthVegas Click here for admat and photos LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–After selling out all of his performances since opening in May of 2023, Garth Brooks has announced the final three weekends of his Las Vegas residency, Garth Brooks/Plus ONE , at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

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Bar Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

To celebrate some of the world’s biggest names in fashion, CÎROC Vodka has partnered with The Standard, London, to transform the hotel’s most iconic spaces into a fashion forward destination in collaboration with KNWLS, Fashion East and Law Roach. The initiative reinforces the brand’s strategy to merge fashion with culture as well as demonstrate the spirit’s versatility across a broader range of social moments.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

MARYSVILLE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Marysville Hotel owners are calling on the local City Council to take immediate action following a judicial mandate issued by Yuba County Judge Stephen Berrier. The judge’s ruling requires the city to clean up and abate the site, structurally reinforce the top portion of the hotel and address critical structural and safety concerns at the location of the Marysville Hotel.

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Just Drinks

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Nathalie Roos is to leave tea and herbal-drinks business Lipton Teas and Infusions after two years at the helm.

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