PUNCH

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Political Pattie’s, described as a sports bar for politics, became Washington, D.C.’s most hated bar in under a week. Here's how.

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Bar 324

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Before we jump into our usual Wednesday roundup of labels, a bit of sad news: If you’ve ever enjoyed an American-made sour beer, you owe a debt of gratitude to Ron Jeffries, who passed away this week. Ron was the pioneer behind Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales and their revolutionary barrel-aged wild ale program. Sour beer was unfathomably weird to the American palate back then, but his Bam Biere and other unique concoctions helped pave the way for a flood of spontaneous wild and kettle soured b

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2024

As fall approaches, we’re sure to see a surge of pumpkin spice espresso martinis or apple cider Old Fashioneds, but there’s one unsuspecting ingredient bartenders are using to create the ultimate fall flavor in cocktails this year: rice. At D.C.’s MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Afghan restaurant, Lapis , beverage manager Sulaiman Popal uses toasted rice syrup to create a “Qabuli Palow” Old Fashioned, inspired by the national dish of Afghanistan.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Love beer? So do we! We're curating beer news (craft, macro, import and others), reporting on the world of beer, sharing new labels, and passing along social media updates from breweries and others around Chicagoland, the Great Lakes and beyond. Click to read This Week's Beer News from GuysDrinkingBeer.com, by Karl Klockars, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

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Beer 246

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2024

SommCon®, the premier event for wine, beer, and spirits professionals, will return to San Diego’s Town & Country Resort from October 5-7, 2024. After nearly a decade in production, the conference and tradeshow has become a leading platform for education, career development, and networking in the beverage industry. SommCon has curated a community of beverage trailblazers, offering on- and off-premise buyers, wholesalers, importers, distributors, sommeliers, beverage directors, educators, and

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2024

A historic style of tea with a devoted modern fan base, Earl Grey takes its name from Charles Grey, the second Earl of Grey and the British prime minister from 1830 to 1834. Though mostly conjecture, the story goes that Grey was either gifted the tea by a man from China whose life he’d saved, or that his own household concocted the flavorful blend as a means of masking the mineral-rich water supply.

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BarLifeUK

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Great British Beer Festival: 5th-9th August 2025, NEC Birmingham The Campaign For Real Ale (CAMRA)’s flagship beer festival is returning in 2025 after a hiatus this year, and for the first time since 1983, it will take place in the West Midlands. The Great British Beer Festival (GBBF) will land at Birmingham NEC on August 5th next year, and run for five days.

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Beer 169

Spiritz

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Andhra Pradesh government is set to roll out a new excise policy, starting 12th October 2024. As part of this policy, retail liquor shops will be privatised through a lottery system, with the auction process already in motion and the draw scheduled for 11th October. Successful bidders will be granted licenses for two years, during which they must pay the Retail Excise Tax (RET) in six equal installments annually.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Old Louisville Whiskey Company is a tiny non-distilling producer operated by Amine and Beth Karaoud. Over the past few years, the Karaouds have developed a reputation for bottling quality whiskey distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana by you-know-who. Everything bottled by Old Louisville has matured for at least 7 years. The brand offers batched and single barrel whiskeys, including their newest single barrel sporting an age statement of 11 years.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 2, 2024

One of the world’s great wine estates, Far Niente might be known for its iconic Napa Valley Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, but its entire portfolio — across six distinguished wineries — offers something exceptional for everyone. That welcoming ethos is what guests will encounter when they visit any Far Niente property. From walking tours traversing farmsteads, vineyards, and more to intimate tasting room offerings, the hospitality experience is unparalleled.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Spot Whiskeys introduced a new hue, Gold Spot , back in 2022 in celebration of the 135th anniversary of the Mitchell family’s entrée into the whiskey bonding trade. At the time, it wasn’t clear if that was a line extension for the Irish whiskey heavyweights or just a one-off, but now we know. The Spots are back with another shade of gold, this time dubbed Generations Edition.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 2, 2024

When the American craft beer boom took off in the 1990s, it didn’t take long before we got brews that were hopped to high heaven. But in the grand scheme of beer history, hops are actually a relatively recent addition. When the Bavarian beer purity law (a.k.a. Reinheitsgebot) was put into effect in 1516, it mandated that all beer in Germany and the states of the former Holy Roman Empire could only be made with barley, water, and hops.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 2, 2024

In new releases this week, Westward Whiskey unveils Milestone No.2 and Nearest Green prioritizes inclusivity. Old Overholt releases the 2024 Extra Aged rye, and Hudson Whiskey finishes in Calvados Casks. Let’s take a closer look at some notable new whiskey releases in the USA this week. Westward Whiskey Milestone Edition No.2 – A Discovery of Spice Credit: Westward Whiskey Westward Whiskey has launched Milestone Edition No.2 – A Discovery of Spice, in celebration of the company’s

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners' German arm is closing several production and logistics sites as part of a structural shake-up.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 2, 2024

When Port Ellen Distillery finally reopened in March 2024 , it had been silent for over 40 years. Perhaps one of the biggest losses during the 1980s Whisky Loch, Port Ellen garnered a dedicated cult following through independent bottlings and Diageo’s Annual Releases. So, when news of a multi-million-pound refurbishment was announced in 2017, Port Ellen fans rejoiced.

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Drinks International

OCTOBER 2, 2024

House of Suntory has announced the release of Hibiki 40 Years Old, the oldest blended whisky to ever be produced by the brand. The new blend takes.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Virginia Distillery has been putting out excellent American single malt for several years and just released a new addition to its core product lineup: Blue Ridge Select. The new release boasts a total maturation exceeding 6 years. Virginia Distillery utilizes two-row spring barley for brewer’s pale malt. The malt is fermented for a minimum of 72 hours in a 10,000 liter jacketed closed-top steel tank.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Brands founded several centuries ago have a few advantages when it comes to history, lore, and tradition. But for Guinness , a modern social media trend is upending a drinking culture that dates back to 1759. That new phenomenon is called “splitting the G,” in which drinkers try to swallow enough beer on their first drink that the line between liquid and foam ends up halfway through the “G” of the Guinness brand on the glass.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Credit: Maharaja Drinks As the global market for Indian whisky continues to grow, Maharaja Drinks , a premium drinks emporium, has launched in the UK. According to a Maharaja Drinks press release, “today heralds India’s much-anticipated arrival as the next international drinks powerhouse – set to capture palates, bartenders, baristas and inspire home drinks explorers across the UK and beyond.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Moët Hennessy, the wine and spirits division of luxury powerhouse LVMH, has made its first move into the non-alcoholic beverage space. On Tuesday, the brand announced its investment in booze-free bubbly brand French Bloom. The acquisition — a minority stake of about 30 percent — aligns the wine company with fellow Moët-Hennesy brands including Dom Pérignon , Krug , and Veuve Clicquot.

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Drinks International

OCTOBER 2, 2024

New Zealand wine has released its annual report, revealing a drop in wine exports in volume and value terms over the last 12 months.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 2, 2024

It seems like everyone flocked to Italy this year, from coworkers and family members to your favorite celebs. Bellinis, Prosecco, and more Prosecco seemed to be on almost everyone’s agenda. The allure of lively Italian-made bubbles is undeniable when lying under the Amalfi sun, getting lost in the labyrinthine streets of Venice, or eating cacio e pepe in a trattoria in Rome.

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Cheers

OCTOBER 2, 2024

This gin/white wine cocktail hails from Restaurant & Bar in Beaufort, SC. Print In Dew Time Course Drinks Keyword club soda, Hendrick’s gin, Honeydew melon, sauvignon blanc, thyme, white peach Ingredients ¾ oz. Hendrick’s Gin 4 oz. Sauvignon blanc 1 oz. The Perfect Purée white peach puree thawed 2 oz. Club soda 3 inch chunks Honeydew melon 3 sprigs Thyme 2 muddle, 1 garnish Instructions Muddle the chunks of honeyde

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH) has taken a minority stake in French alcohol-free sparkling wine brand French Bloom.

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Australian Bartender

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Arm’s Length 7 Kellett St, Potts Point @armslengthbar Launching in early August and open every day, Arms Length is taking over the well-known late-night spot, Dean’s Lounge with the energetic sister duo, Rebecca O’Shea (formerly with Rockpool Dining Group) and Rosie O’Shea at the helm. The O’Shea sisters, who’ve already won over Darlinghurst with Bar Nina, are stoked to make their mark on Kings Cross.

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Cheers

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Glendronach Distillery, a Scotland single malt producer with nearly 200 years of history, has unveiled its newest brand and campaign refresh in the U.S. The new look is meant to convey an “elegant, timeless aesthetic that underscores the brand’s history and commitment to excellence,” the company says. This includes a curated brand pattern meant to depict the bramble and rooks that surround and protect the distillery, speaking to place and paying homage to its namesake: R

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Good Spirits News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Scotland’s organic whisky distillery, Nc’nean, continues to build its reputation as an industry innovator with the launch of its latest limited-edition whisky, Huntress Orchard Cobbler, into the USA. The Huntress series is inspired by Nc’nean’s namesake – the Gaelic goddess Neachneohain, who was known as a huntress and for walking her own path. This year’s release is named Orchard Cobbler, for its delicious and homey flavors of cherry cobbler, apricot marmalade and vanilla custard.

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Cheers

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Merriman’s Hawaii , a pioneer of native Hawaii cuisine, is taking another step in its commitment to sustainability with a new boxed wine program. The initiative will significantly reduce the company’s carbon footprint due to the fuel used to ship and recycle traditional wine bottles. The restaurant operator, which has locations on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and The Big Island, curated a special wine menu debuting this fall with Matthiasson Winery in Napa Valley, Melville in Santa Rita Hills and Linne Cal

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VinePair

OCTOBER 2, 2024

On Wednesday, Russell’s Reserve announced the third expression in its Single Rickhouse Collection: Camp Nelson B. Bottled at 60.1 percent ABV, Single Rickhouse 2024 is both the highest-proof offering in the experimental collection and the booziest bottle in the Russell’s Reserve portfolio. Launched in 2022 with the debut release of Camp Nelson C , the Single Rickhouse Collection was created to demonstrate how different barrel aging locations impact a whiskey’s final profile.

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Advanced Mixology

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Although getting coffee from your favourite café is a great way to energise and reward yourself every day, it may not be the most practical option. Doing this daily can cost you a fortune, especially if you lean towards the fancy, expensive flavoured brews. However, you don’t have to drop by a café to enjoy a great cup of coffee. You can do this at home with the best coffee beans in Dubai and the right coffee making tools, equipment and techniques.

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Good Spirits News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Larceny Barrel Proof C924, the third of three annual cask-strength releases of Heaven Hill’s wheated bourbon brand, rolls out to retail this month. The high-wheat recipe is 125.11 proof. The “C” in the name is the third in a three-part A, B, C release series. The “9” represents the month released, September, while the “24” at the end stands for the year.

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Mix That Drink

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Loopy Holiday Punch is one of the easiest drinks you can make for a holiday party. It's just pouring three ingredients into a bowl, sticking the bowl in the fridge, and optionally adding some fruit.

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Just Drinks

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Just Drinks meets Asahi Group Holdings CEO Atsushi Katsuki to discuss the giant’s recent moves in the US and his outlook for global beer.

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Mix That Drink

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The classic Milk Punch is a creamy, velvety cocktail that's been loved for centuries, and for good reason. It blends rich dairy, smooth bourbon or brandy, and a touch of sweetness for a truly indulgent drink.

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Drinks International

OCTOBER 2, 2024

UK-based wine importer, Mentzendorff has announced the appointment of Christine Allen as the companies new director of brand management. Allen joins the.

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Wine 59