PUNCH

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The best coconut rum for tropical takes on cocktails like the Negroni and Espresso Martini is a new offering: Planteray Cut & Dry.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

American whiskey’s peak release season starts in September, with brands big and small trotting out their most premium, limited expressions. (Of course, not every brand is on that same cadence, but for whiskey reviewers, it’s undoubtedly the busiest season.) And no fall is complete without the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection — “BTAC” for short — one of the most sought-after lineups in the United States, if not the entire spirits world.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

MGP Ingredients , a major player in the American whiskey and spirits industry, has announced plans to reduce whiskey production in 2025. This decision, revealed in their third-quarter 2024 report, comes as the company navigates weakening demand in the American whiskey sector and higher inventory levels across the industry. The company operates several American whiskey and bourbon distilleries and brands including Limestone Branch Distillery , Lux Row Distillers , and Penelope Bourbon.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The sky is falling , or at least that’s the sense one gets when reading wine industry news over the past year. Every morning, my email inbox cues up yet another dirge of reports on grape gluts , government bailouts , bankruptcies , and generational reckonings for wine and alcohol in general. And despite a handful of diamonds in the dirt highlighting hope, and a few new acquisitions among the super-premium and up segments, the overarching tune persists in a distinctly minor key.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Finding the perfect gift for a whisky lover isn’t as easy as it sounds. With their knack for collecting all things whisky, it can be tricky to surprise them with something they don’t already own. Whether they’re an expert or just enjoy a good dram, you want a gift that speaks to their passion and adds a bit of novelty to their collection. That’s where we come in.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Every professional bartender has a few bottles they don’t like. In most cases, the level of disdain never goes much further than some level of “meh.” It’s not that the liquid is objectively bad; it is just not for them. But there’s usually one bottle that functions as something of a nemesis, and seeing it on a trusted establishment’s back bar or a good friend’s bar cart is enough to burrow under their skin — and heaven help the well-meaning soul who presents it as a gift.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

You’ve likely heard the cliche “Everything is bigger in Texas” before. Well, that might be true when it comes to cowboy hats, T-bone steaks, and oil fields, but there are some exceptions to this platitude. The Lone Star State is also home to people who are focused on detail and small-batch production instead of volume and a “bigger is better” mentality.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Nearly a century after its publication, Larousse Gastronomique remains a pillar of French cuisine. Alongside Auguste Escoffier’s Ma Cuisine and Elizabeth David’s French Provincial Cooking , it helped usher in a new era of cookbooks, reinvigorating European culinary tradition. Larousse Cocktails , originally published in French in 2019, has finally received its slightly overdue English translation and wastes no time guiding readers through the creation of over 200 cocktails, starting with a clear

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The Coors Original brewer will take control of all of Zoa's marketing, retail and direct-to-consumer sales following the transaction.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

J. Mattingly 1845 hasn’t been around for quite 179 years, but the brand does claim heritage dating back to that era. Creator Jeff Mattingly is a descendant of distilling pioneer John Graves Mattingly, who’d be 201 years old today if he was still working the stills. J. Mattingly 1845 Bourbon 6 Years Old — also known as J. Mattingly 1845 Classic Bourbon — is the brand’s flagship, a sourced Kentucky whiskey (made in Frankfort) that sees additional charred barrel staves

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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

VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Let’s say we have a vineyard full of Pinot Noir. In that vineyard, one vine acts differently from the rest. Maybe it yields better fruit. Perhaps it handles the climate a little differently. Regardless, it’s a vine that the grower decides they want more of. They take a cutting from that vine — the mother vine — and send it to a nursery for the winter.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Arguably the most unicorny of unicorn annual releases is here: Buffalo Trace’s five-whiskey Antique Collection release, spanning its best and brightest bourbon and rye offerings, all offered with either advanced age, at cask strength, or both. Regular readers know we’ve been doing this for a while — this is year #17 for us and the series — so you know the drill.

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The Cocktail Lovers

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

It’s been a while but we’re back and we’re super excited to be focusing on one of our favourite cocktail cities, New Orleans. Both of our products are deeply rooted in New Orleans and the official cocktail of the city, the Sazerac. First up, we have Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey, followed by Sazerac De Forge Cognac, produced in small batches and made in the same way it was 200 years ago.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With the spirits industry still experiencing a softer market after record high sales during Covid, producers have worked overtime to come up with creative marketing solutions to keep sales flowing. Our 2024 Spirits Supplier of the Year, Suntory Global Spirits (previously known as Beam Suntory ) is hitting its stride, with Marker’s Mark, Hornitos, Knob Creek and Basil Hayden increasing case sales from 2022 to 2023.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Warm up with a Scrumptious Coffee Cocktail, featuring strong coffee, brown sugar, brandy and two kinds of rum! A perfect blend of coffee, spirits, and spices.

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Good Spirits News

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

GoodTime is made from naturally extracted, hemp-derived Delta-9 THC which delivers a consistent experience with every dose. Their product is always 3rd party lab tested, so you always know what you’re going to get. GoodTime is a THC infused, alcohol-free beverage enhancer that’s great on its own, in a mocktail, cocktail, seltzer, beer, soda, coffee, or just about anything!

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Enjoy the Percolator Cocktail, which blends cold coffee, Tia Maria, cognac and Irish Cream. Perfect for brunch or dessert, this drink is sure to impress!

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Brandy 67

Moody Mixologist

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

If you want to make crème de cassis but don’t have easy access to fresh black currants, you’ve come to the right place! We’re going to make a lightning fast black currant liqueur using juice, sugar, and a neutral flavored spirit of your choice. Where I live, the liquor stores don’t often carry crème de cassis, and if they do, it’s not a high quality brand.

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PubClub

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, convenience is key, and services that simplify our lives are always welcome. One such service that has gained immense popularity is liquor delivery. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, planning a quiet evening in, or simply want to skip the trip to the liquor store, scheduling liquor delivery in Toronto has never been easier.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Following the successful launch of its inaugural 5 Year Old expression , Ardnahoe Distillery has launched a new expression: Ardnahoe Infinite Loch. The whisky is named for Loch Ardnahoe, which lies just west of the distillery. Nicknamed the ‘Infinite Loch’, nobody truly knows the extent of its depths. Ardnahoe Infinite Loch is available for purchase on the Ardnahoe Distillery website for £55.

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Good Spirits News

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Joining their portfolio of ready-to-serve craft cocktails, the Via Carota Craft Cocktails Classic Margarita ($39) is an agave cocktail that highlights a fresh, zesty character with refined balance. Each 18%abv 375ml bottle serves four cocktails. Simply pour over ice, garnish with a lime wedge or wheel, and enjoy. The new addition is available as a DTC exclusive on drinkviacarota.com as of October, followed by a US retail rollout in the coming months.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The case claimed Danone's Evian bottles should not be labelled 'natural' as they contain microplastics that leach into the water.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Cygnet, The World’s Most Luxurious Gin – as awarded by The Spirits Business Global Luxury Masters 2024, is delighted to announce the brand’s latest listing at the iconic luxury retailer Fortnum & Mason. This listing, ahead of the festive gifting season, marks another monumental milestone for the brand. Founded by Katherine Jenkins OBE, the UK’s most successful classical singer, and Andrew Levitas, artist and social-impact filmmaker, the award-winning Cygnet Collection is the ultimate express

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

US-based Jones Soda Co. has seen another executive departure with interim CFO Joe Culp quitting soon after CEO David Knight left the business.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Daniel Lutz, the CEO of Swiss food and beverage group Orior, is stepping down after nearly a decade in charge.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Intersnack has acquired the peanut-butter and soft-drinks brand Whole Earth from European food group Ecotone.

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