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Check Out This Modern Botanical Riff on the Classic Paloma from Better Man Distilling Company

Chilled Magazine

Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing recipe featuring Vida Morada, the new lavender-infused tequila from The Better Man Distilling Company located in Patchogue, New York. This libation offers a vibrant and layered taste experience. The bright, tangy grapefruit and zesty lime juice provide a crisp, citrusy foundation, balanced by the subtle sweetness of simple syrup.

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Elements: Midori

Imbibe Magazine

Few spirits are as immediately recognizable as Midori. The neon-green Japanese melon liqueur was the passion project of Suntory founder Shinjiro Torii, although the product didn’t hit the market until 1964, two years after his death. Originally named Hermes Melon Liqueur, Midori is made using Yubari melons from Hokkaido and muskmelons native to Aichi and Shizuoka provinces.

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A Last Word for Every Mood

PUNCH

Nine Last Word cocktail recipes recipes that add everything from mezcal to Midori to the classic gin and green Chartreuse drink.

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Monin Launches New Seasonal Coffee Concentrate: Maple Pumpkin Cold Brew

Chilled Magazine

Monin Americas is stirring up something sweet with the launch of its new Maple Pumpkin Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate. This flavorful blend combines gourmet arabica espresso with pumpkin spice and rich maple syrup, marking Monin’s first flavored coffee concentrate and the third addition to its coffee concentrate line. With over 100 years of expertise in premium flavoring, Monin introduces Maple Pumpkin Cold Brew just in time for fall, offering consumers a quick and easy way to enjoy seasonal

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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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Bring Back the Dunhill

PUNCH

The Dunhill, a forgotten gin and sherry cocktail recipe from 1920s Britain, makes a comeback at Toronto bar Bar Raval.

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This Week's Beer News: Fresh FoBAB News & A Closure Blip?

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild officially announced their plans for this year’s FoBAB and they’ve got a couple of fun new options for attendees. The fundamentals aren’t changing, though: There’s still 350+ barrel-aged beers at UIC’s Credit Union 1 arena, plus ciders, meads, perrys, etc. along with the popular Lager Lounge and Revolution’s Super Zero Lounge.

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Despite Their Name, Rock Lobsters Are Not Lobsters

VinePair

This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. Once considered pedestrian grub , lobster is now a pricey and sought-after indulgence. The crustacean makes for luscious ravioli, hearty bisque, or a region-specific lobster roll.

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ICF will present 21st Annual Chef Awards

Spiritz

The Indian Culinary Forum (ICF) will be presenting the 21st Annual Chef Awards, a premier celebration of culinary excellence in India. Set for 17 th October 2024, at The Ashok, New Delhi, this event is one of India’s oldest and largest culinary gatherings, bringing together top Chefs, innovators, and gastronomic artists from across the country.

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Millennials Drive Non-Alcoholic Drinks Sales in the U.S.

VinePair

The non-alcoholic drinks space has exploded in the past five years, with overall volumes swelling 20 percent in 2023 alone. But while Gen Z (at least those of age to drink) is often touted as the age group most excited about alcohol-free options, it’s a different generation driving the category’s growth. According to new data from data analytics firm the International Wine and Spirits Record (IWSR), millennials (accounting for those currently between ages 28 and 43) are the driving force behind

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Review: 2021 Booker Wines My Favorite Neighbor

Drinkhacker

We always get a kick out of the unique wines coming out of Paso Robles-based Booker, and My Favorite Neighbor is invariably a worthwhile experience. This 2021 cabernet sauvignon is surprisingly light on its feet and ready to go, a stark contrast to the 2018 expression we previously reviewed. Lush notes of cherries and currants with chocolate sauce form a core against which a variety of secondary elements come over to play: rhubarb, olive, anise, and sandalwood.

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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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That One Time Ireland Deemed the Guinness Widget a More Important Innovation Than the Internet

VinePair

When we glamorize decades long past, we tend to ignore the technological innovations that have ultimately made our lives better. There was a time not that long ago when we didn’t have cell phones, microwaves, or laptops at our fingertips. Another development that might be more important to some than others? Nitrogenated stouts, namely Guinness.

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Delhi HC grants bail to two in connection with liquor policy case

Spiritz

The Delhi High Court has granted bail to liquor businessman Sameer Mahendru and AAP volunteer Chanpreet Singh Rayat in connection with the Delhi excise policy case. Mahendru was arrested by the ED on 28 th September 2022. The prob agency has accused Mahendru of being one of the major beneficiaries of the violations in the excise policy. He was running an alcoholic beverage manufacturing unit and was also given a wholesale licence, along with some retail licences, in the name of his relatives.

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Modern supply chains open up cybersecurity weak spots

Just Drinks

The drinks industry’s investment in tech in drinks production and distribution can hand opportunities to cybersecurity hackers.

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Are Basil Hayden And Old Grand-Dad The Same?

The Whiskey Wash

Are Basil Hayden and Old Grand-Dad the same whiskey? While they share a common heritage, a closer look reveals nuanced differences in their flavor profiles, production methods, and intended market. Despite their shared heritage, Basil Hayden and Old Grand-Dad are distinct bourbons with unique flavor profiles. While both brands use the same base distillate, the aging process, blending techniques, and proof levels result in significantly different tastes.

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C&C, AB InBev rejig distribution deal

Just Drinks

C&C Group and Anheuser-Busch InBev are to restructure their distribution, marketing and sales deals in Great Britain and Ireland.

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Saudi Arabia Showcases Strategic Tourism Investments at IHIF Asia, Opening Doors to Investors

PubClub

HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Saudi Arabia is rapidly establishing itself as a global leader in tourism, with the Kingdom’s remarkable achievements in 2023 setting a new benchmark for the industry. This progress was on full display at the IHIF Asia International Hospitality Investment Forum in Hong Kong, where the Saudi Ministry of Tourism highlighted the vast potential for international investors to capitalize on the Kingdom’s rapidly expanding and diverse tourism sector.

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Award Winning Blackcurrant Whiskey Shaking Up New Whiskey Scenes

The Whiskey Wash

Award winning Blackcurrant flavored whiskey from Von Payne will bring their distinctive gargoyle pourer and rebellious spirit to Canada. Von Payne Spirits, known for their flagship Blackcurrant flavored whiskey and distinctive gargoyle pourer, have just signed a partnership with MJ Liquor Distribution and Distillers Pride. The new venture will bring Von Payne’s “unique and rebellious spirit” to the Canadian Market, a first step in their global mission.

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Viking Announces Launch of Secondary Public Offering

PubClub

LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Viking Holdings Ltd (NYSE: VIK) (“Viking”) today announced the launch of a secondary public offering of 30,000,000 ordinary shares by certain selling shareholders of the Company (the “Selling Shareholders”), pursuant to a registration statement on Form F-1 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”).

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OpenTable Introduces UK Restaurant Advisory Board

Bar Magazine

Leading restaurateurs Alexis Gauthier, Jon Davis, Mandy Yin and Will Beckett partner with OpenTable to guide strategy, innovation pipeline and mission to help restaurants thrive OpenTable , a global leader in restaurant tech, today announced the launch of its inaugural UK Advisory Board. The board was formed to serve as the voice of the industry as the company makes business and product decisions.

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Civil War & Apple Cup Lead This Week’s Pigskin Prognosticator College Football Picks

PubClub

These Oregon Ducks fans show off their school pride. Photo: PubClub.com By The Pigskin Prognosticator, PubClub.com’s College Football Analyst The Prognosticator has had to double check to be sure he has not pulled a Rip Van Winkle and slept through September and Oktober into November, for this weekend there are two West Coast rivalry games, the Civil War and the Apple Cup.

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Danone moves part of yogurt drinks production to Romania

Just Drinks

Danone's YoPro Tetra Pak format drinkable yogurts will now be produced for its Central Eastern European markets in Romania.

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Aga Khan Museum Marks 10th Anniversary with Exhilarating In-Person Experiences, Expanded Online Offerings, and a Site-Wide Festival

PubClub

Through a series of celebratory exhibitions and activities, and inspiring online offerings, visitors will experience the Museum in new and innovative ways TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Aga Khan Museum proudly announces a monumental year of exciting programs and digital experiences celebrating a decade of impact and achievement. With an exceptional lineup of exhibitions, events, and innovative digital offerings, the Museum invites visitors to explore its inspiring journey of fostering c

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Tilaknagar Industries increases Spaceman Spirits Lab shareholding

Just Drinks

India-based drinks manufacturer Tilaknagar Industries has increased its stake in local gin distiller Spaceman Spirits Lab.

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The Disappearing Art Of Creating Whisky Casks

The Whiskey Wash

Shug Q began training as a cooper at 16 years old, today he works for The Glasgow Distillery Casks contribute up to 80% of a whisky’s eventual character and this makes them disproportionately important to all whisky makers. Coopering is the traditional role of creating and repairing wooden barrels yet in today’s whisky industry it is a vanishing art.

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The link between probiotics and infant health

Just Drinks

Clinical studies are showing that certain probiotic strains added to baby formula can reduce the risk of infant ill health and allergies.

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San Diego Oktoberfest Celebrations Dates, Tickets & Informations

PubClub

The La Mesa Oktoberfest has music on three stages. Photo: La Mesa Oktoberfet By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com San Diego Blogger Ein Prost! It’s Oktoberfest time around the world and in San Diego there’s two big festivals that will have you thinking you’re in Munich. Well, maybe not quite, but close enough. There are two major festivals in San Diego, one taking place over two weekends and another just one the first of October.

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Sabeco plans to buy majority of fellow Vietnam brewer Sabibeco

Just Drinks

Major Vietnamese brewer Sabeco is looking to become the majority shareholder in local peer Sabibeco.

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San Diego’s La Mesa Oktoberfest 2024 Dates, Beer Garden, Bands & Food Information

PubClub

Primarily due to the Hofbrauhaus beer garden, the La Mesa Oktoberfest is a good party scene. Photo: PubClub.com Southern California’s largest Oktoberfest party turns a part of San Diego into Munich for a weekend during the annual La Mesa Oktoberfest. Now in its 51st year, this year’s festival is Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4-6. The event features vendors, three biergartens with a rotating polka band, beer stein contests, the chicken dance and, of course, German food and lots of beer.

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Tomatin Sherry Collection The Pedro Ximénez Edition: Indulgent & Rich – Why Does PX Work So Well With Whisky?

The Whiskey Wash

What Makes Pedro Ximénez Work So Well With Whisky? Beyond being its own variety of Spanish grapes, Pedro Ximénez is such a viscous, rich, over-the-top (in a good way) style of drink. It is sticky, and indulgent and adds so much intensity to any style of single malt whisky. Depending on what strength you choose to bottle your whisky at when it goes into the bottle, Pedro Ximénez will give you so much body to the single malt of choice.

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Review: Westward Single Malt Whiskey Bottled in Bond

Drinkhacker

Westward Whiskey quickly established itself as one of the premier American single malt distilleries. The Portland distillery releases numerous excellent expressions for wider distribution, but saves some of its more limited and unique whiskeys for paying members of the Westward Whiskey Club. The newest offering for Whiskey Club members is a bottled in bond expression with maturation beyond 7 years.

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