Wed.Sep 25, 2024

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This Week's New Habanero-Pineapple Beer Labels (and Haymarket News)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Before we jump into the labels, I just got a surprising email from Haymarket Brewing. Co-founder Pete Crowley is stepping down from brewery operations this week to “pursue brewery consultation in Michigan.” From the press release: Haymarket Brewing Company announced today that Co-founder Pete Crowley will be stepping down from his role effective September 30, 2024.

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Costa Rica’s Chiliguaro “Doesn’t Have to Be Fancy to Be Good”

PUNCH

The Chiliguaro, a savory cocktail from Costa Rica combining the sugarcane spirit guaro with sangrita, is a homegrown classic in the making.

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Discover the Natsu Sour Cocktail at Chicago’s Omakase Shoji

Chilled Magazine

Omakase Shoji , Chicago’s latest omakase destination, presents the Natsu Sour—a cocktail that perfectly blends Japanese tradition with modern flair. This refreshing drink features Haku Vodka, crafted from 100% Japanese white rice and filtered through bamboo charcoal, offering a smooth and subtly sweet profile. Paired with the sweet, melon-forward notes of Midori liqueur, and the creamy texture provided by egg white, the Natsu Sour delivers a balanced and invigorating experience.

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Tilaknagar to invest in Bartisans

Spiritz

Tilaknagar Industries Limited has announced a strategic investment of Rs 8 crore, through a mix of primary investment and secondary acquisition, to own a significant minority stake in Round the Cocktails Private Limited ("RTC" or "Bartisans"), the makers of "ready-to-pour" premium mixer brand, Bartisans. Post this investment, Tilaknagar Industries will hold a 36.17 percent share of the equity share capital on a fully-diluted basis.

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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: Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged 2024

Drinkhacker

Maker’s Mark’s 2023 Cellar Aged release was a huge hit, and the company knew it would be. That’s why they slapped a date on the front of the bottle, to assure us that round 2 would be coming soon enough. That time is here, as Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged 2024 has finally arrived. And spoiler: It’s just as good as 2023’s release.

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Meghalaya introduces QR code tracking for liquor

Spiritz

The Meghalaya government has approved the introduction of a QR code enabled tracking system for liquor products by the excise department in the state. The Meghalaya government informed that under the QR code tracking system, the facility of excise functionalities of all liquor bottles sold in the state with a QR code hologram for real-time tracking will be implemented.

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Review: Case 1 Rum Whiskey Cask Finished

Drinkhacker

Baltimore’s Old Line Spirits is known for sourcing quality American single malt from Middle West Spirits in Columbus, OH as they wait for their house spirits to come of age. Old Line recently expanded their portfolio to include rum under its new Case 1 branding. Staying true to their founding spirit, Case 1 offers a Dominican-sourced rum finished in Old Line single malt barrels.

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The Out-Of-This-World Music Of Jesika Von Rabbit – A Review

PubClub

Jesika von Rabbit is an entertaining and unique performer. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Music Blogger If the name is not any indication that things are a bit different with singer Jesika Von Rabbit, then the song titles surely will provide a clue. They include “Bombay Beach Bunny,” “Dog At A Human Party” (with dancers wearing masks of dogs), “Looking For A Weirdo” and “Gotta Keep My Buzz Going.” And thus we have what I can onl

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The Glenlivet Launches Its Oldest & Rarest Whisky Yet…& We Tried It

The Whiskey Wash

The Glenlivet has unveiled its oldest and rarest single malt scotch to date. In celebration of the distillery’s 200th anniversary, The Glenlivet has launched The Glenlivet Eternal Collection, First Edition 55 Year Old. This ambitious release, created in partnership with computational artist, Michael Hansmeyer , will be available via selected premium whisky retailers for an SRP of $55,000.

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Diageo buys US non-alcoholic spirits business Ritual Zero Proof

Just Drinks

Diageo said it was "well positioned to build on Ritual's already strong position with its significant presence in the non-alc category"

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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 19 Best Syrahs for 2024

VinePair

From its hilly, cool-climate home in France’s Northern Rhône, Syrah has traveled the world. The grape made its way to Australia in the late 19th century, and in the ‘80s a group of winemakers in California called the Rhône Rangers championed the variety stateside. In France, where it’s known as Syrah, the grape is renowned for its distinct savory notes, with hints of smoked meats, black olives, and cracked black pepper.

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Diageo, PepsiCo join forces for Captain Morgan RTD launch

Just Drinks

Diageo and PepsiCo have partnered to launch an alcoholic RTD product in Great Britain, combining Captain Morgan spiced rum and Pepsi Max.

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GSN Review: Milagro Cristalino Anejo

Good Spirits News

Milagro Tequila recently announced the brand’s first core range addition in 10 years, Milagro Cristalino Añejo. Milagro’s Cristalino Añejo is crafted with 100% blue agave handpicked from the Highlands of Jalisco at peak maturity. It is aged for 18-24 months in American ex-Bourbon and French Oak casks before being filtered through charcoal to obtain a crystal-clear liquid.

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California bans sale of consumable hemp products containing THC

Just Drinks

The sale of consumable hemp products that have a detectable level of THC has been banned in California this week.

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Vodka Day Drinks for 2024

Cheers

Vodka may not generate as much buzz as tequila or bourbon these days, but it remains the largest spirit category by share. Vodka Day on Oct. 4 is a great opportunity to celebrate the clear spirit with some creative cocktails and also help guests break out of the Vodka-Soda rut. Here are seven recipes we like for 2024. For more vodka cocktails, see page 31 of our summer issue.

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GSN Alert: 10th Annual Cocktails for Comfort fundraising campaign October 11–20, 2024

Good Spirits News

New York, New York: Chemo Comfort , an all-volunteer run organization founded in 2003 by three-time cancer survivor Anne Marie Paolucci, provides cancer patients with kits of products to help manage chemotherapy’s side effects. Ms. Paolucci’s mission comes from personal experience: “Starting chemotherapy is a frightening experience. We are saying to patients ‘Here is a box of tools put together by someone who’s been there.

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Som secures A- rating

Spiritz

Som Distilleries and Breweries Ltd. has announced the upgradation of their bank loan rating from BBB+ to A-. The new rating has been given by Infomerics Ratings, marking a significant achievement in the Som’s financial and operational journey, the company said. This upgraded rating highlights the company’s solid financial health, prudent risk management strategies, and continuous focus on operational excellence.

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Can You Decant Wine Through a Coffee Filter?

VinePair

There’s nothing worse than popping open an older bottle of wine and pouring a glass only to be met with a pile of sediment in the precious liquid. Typically appearing in wines over 10 years old, sediment is nothing to worry about; it’s merely a byproduct of the fermentation process. But while it’s safe to consume, it’s not necessarily pleasurable. That’s where decanting comes in.

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Delaware North Launches Spirits of Adventure Cocktail Menu

Cheers

Hospitality, entertainment and foodservice operator Delaware North in August unveiled The Spirits of Adventure Experience Guide. The curated experiential cocktail menu highlights iconic outdoor destinations throughout the U.S. exclusively available at Delaware North’s Parks and Resorts locations nationwide. Cocktails and locations celebrated on the menu include the: Rocky Mountain Highball from Estes Park, Colorado Sierra Strawberry Martini from Yosemite National Park, California Ocean Blue Sp

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Diageo Acquires Ritual Zero Proof, the U.S.’ No. 1 Non-Alc Spirits Brand

VinePair

On Wednesday, global beverage corporation Diageo announced its acquisition of Ritual Zero Proof Non-Alcoholic Spirits. According to a press release , the acquisition furthers Diageo’s Growth Ambition, the company’s strategic plan to achieve sustainable growth through fiscal 2025 and beyond. The move also positions Diageo as the No. 1 NA spirits player in the world, as the conglomerate now holds the leading market share position in the three biggest non-alcoholic markets globally.

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US spirits volumes see further decline

Drinks International

New data from the IWSR, the global authority on beverage alcohol data and intelligence, has revealed the US beverage alcohol market continued to shrink in the first seven months of 2024, with volumes declining more than expected.

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Taplines: The Road to Beer History Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions

VinePair

“Bottle episode” is a television production term for a low-lift sitcom episode that takes place all on one set with as few cast members as possible and a self-contained plot. Today, we’re doing a “Taplines” version of that. As we put our normal podcast format on the shelf for the day, we’re joined by journalists Kate Bernot of Sightlines and Jess Infante of Brewbound to talk about two turning points in the national suds saga.

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African Originals secures USD$2m to fuel expansion

Drinks International

African Originals, the beverage company behind brands such as Kenyan Originals, African Originals and 5.8 has raised USD$2m in a funding round led by Phoenix Beverages Limited, Mauritius' largest beverage company.

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The Godavari Initiative’s regional consultation

Spiritz

The Godavari Initiative (TGI), in collaboration with Diageo India as the founding corporate partner hosted a Regional Consultation on Collective Action for the Godavari River Basin on 23rd September 2024, in Nashik. The consultation brought together corporates, industrial bodies and associations, government agencies, civil society organisations, and academia to tackle the urgent ecological challenges faced by the Godavari River and its surrounding regions.

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International Beer Challenge 2024 announces winners

Drinks International

The results for the International Beer Challenge (IBC) have now been revealed, with Averbode by Brouwerij L Huyghe winning Supreme Champion in the taste awards.

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Green light given to Vintage Wine Estates asset sales

Just Drinks

The bids were accepted at an auction hearing at Delaware bankruptcy court on 24 September, following Vintage Wine Estates’ bankruptcy filing in July.

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DrinksOne Brands to distribute Equiano Rum in the UK

Drinks International

UK distributor DrinksOne Brands, has partnered with African and Caribbean rum Equiano, to serve as the sole agency distributor for the brand across the UK.

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Expedia Group to Webcast Third Quarter 2024 Results on November 7, 2024

PubClub

SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) will report its third quarter 2024 results for the period ended September 30, 2024, on Thursday, November 7, 2024 via an earnings release and accompanying webcast. These items will be available in the Investor Relations section of the company’s corporate website at [link]. The earnings release will post after market close and the webcast will begin at 1:30 PM Pacific Time / 4:30 PM Eastern Time.

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Unlock New Revenue: Why Non-Alcoholic Options Are Essential for Modern Hospitality

Dry Atlas

By Ricki Crowley, Founder of celi I’ve had non-alcoholic beers around the world—at sunset in Santa Marta on the Caribbean Sea, at the foot of the Trevi fountain in Rome (one euro lighter), and on a cliff in Dubrovnik moments before a seventh impulse tattoo. But when I went to enjoy one with my dad while home for Labor Day Weekend, my options at the local bars down the road were disappointingly limited.

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Travel + Leisure Co. to Report Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results on October 23, 2024

PubClub

ORLANDO, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $TNL — Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) announced today it will release third quarter 2024 financial results on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, before the market opens, followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. EDT. Michael D. Brown, President and CEO, and Mike Hug, CFO, will discuss the company’s business outlook and financial performance.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Stocking Your Non-Alc Bar Cart

Dry Atlas

By Christine Wayne, Founder of On The Mocks Tequila Free Spirits – The Spirit of Tequila Monday Mezcal I’ll admit, maybe I’m a little obsessed, but take this from a girl who’s last sip of alcohol was on Cinco de Mayo and she was super bummed that she didn’t have a margarita in her hand… Free Spirits Tequila is the closest thing you’ll taste to tequila without alcohol.

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Consortium of KKR and the Skip Essential Infrastructure Fund to acquire Majority Stake in Queensland Airports

PubClub

SYDNEY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–KKR, a leading global investment firm, and the Skip Essential Infrastructure Fund, today announced the signing of definitive agreements under which a consortium of KKR (on behalf of funds managed by it) and the Skip Essential Infrastructure Fund (the ‘Consortium’) will acquire a 74.25% stake in Queensland Airports Limited (‘Queensland Airports’) from The Infrastructure Fund, managed by Macquarie Asset Management, State Super, and Australian Retirement Trust.

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16 Expert Tips to Make Your Dry Month Easier

Dry Atlas

By Martha Wright, Founder of Clear Power Coaching After coaching hundreds of clients through successful alcohol breaks, I’m offering you tactics, tools, and frameworks to make a zero-proof month feel enjoyable instead of punitive. Feel free to email me with any questions or feedback on the tips you explored. I’d love to hear from you! Celebrate: You live in an alcohol-obsessed culture, so taking 30 days to question your habits and explore life without alcohol is an achievement.

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Bourbon & Beyond Brings The Music Festival Party To Louisville

PubClub

Dave Matthews Band plays at Bourbon & Beyond. Photo: Daniel Rojas In a city known for having a party in May for the Kentucky Derby, Louisivlle also brought the party in September for the world’s largest bourbon, food & music festival. More than 210,000 people attendeed Bourbon & Beyond during its four days, Sept. 19-22, with a single-day attendance of 60,000 on Saturday, making it the highest single day attendance and the largest music festival in Kentucky history.

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Review: SENSES Collection Egan’s Irish Whiskey 23 Years Olds

The Whiskey Wash

The SENSES Collection by Liath. All images courtesy of Egan’s Irish Whiskey. If you would like to head straight to the reviews, please scroll down to the bottom of this article. Otherwise, let’s get a little bit of background on the SENSES Collection , as well as my final thoughts. About The SENSES Collection This is a collaboration between Rupert Egan , a whiskey bonder, and the great, great-grandson of Henry Egan – the founder of P&H Egan in Tullamore, County Offaly.

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