Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 28, 2023

From Bar Manager Josh Johnson of Nashville’s Oak Steakhouse, comes The Oakfather, a unique riff on The Godfather cocktail. The Oakfather, a creation by Bar Manager Josh Johnson at Oak Steakhouse Nashville , is a meticulously crafted cocktail featuring the distinctive Talisker 10 Year Scotch, a rarity in classic whiskey cocktails. This unique libation unfolds with whiffs of salt and minerality, followed by notes of honey and orchard fruits, culminating in a captivating transition to a smoky, cam

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 28, 2023

It’s that time of year already! While alcohol consumption is up during the holidays, it may be time to rethink your relationship with alcohol for the month of Dry January. Photo by Neha Deshmukh via Unsplash What the heck is “Dry January,” you ask? For some people (such as regular drinkers who maybe partied a little too hard in December), it’s abstaining from alcohol through the entire month of January in order to reset.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Tilted glassware is having a moment at cocktail bars across the country, who are adopting the "tipsy" glass for playful drinks.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 28, 2023

The 13 years of national Prohibition aren’t usually associated with high-quality spirits. Bootlegged and diluted whiskey, bathtub gin, and backwoods moonshine were indeed all consumed in great quantities in the era’s underground bars and speakeasies. But a lesser-known reality of Prohibition was that it was possible to legally acquire well-aged, bottled-in-bond bourbon and rye.

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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

Spiritz

DECEMBER 28, 2023

NAO Spirits and Beverages Pvt Ltd Greater Than Gin is India’s pioneering and award- winning craft London dry gin, credited with sparking the gin revolution in India. Founded in 2017, Greater Than Gin was designed to be a bartender’s gin of choice, but its versatility has also made it the go-to gin for home bartenders. It offers a smooth, accessible, and minimalistic experience in terms of both design and taste.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Two years ago almost to the day, I published a big report here at VinePair on the sobering state of the American craft brewing industry, which was then grappling with pandemic-tangled supply chains, confronted by a surging spirits sector, and still reeling from the fallout of Brienne Allan’s airing of grievances of workplace harassment (and worse) on behalf of the industry’s marginalized workers.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 28, 2023

TikTok can alter the drinks landscape in an instant. If a cocktail or technique goes viral among the social media app’s estimated 145 million American users , it’s almost inevitable that bartenders will get flooded with requests for whatever the trend is, even if nobody knew it existed the week before. Bartenders typically tolerate such shenanigans with grace and aplomb.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 28, 2023

NAO Spirits and Beverages Pvt Ltd Hapusa is an award-winning Himalayan dry gin, known for its use of juniper berries foraged in the Himalayas and the exclusive sourcing of all its eight botanicals from India. The gin proudly holds the distinction of being the first gin in India and globally to feature only Indian botanicals. True to its name, ‘Hapusa,’ meaning juniper berries in Sanskrit, is a gin that is testament to authenticity and craftsmanship.

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Bar-i

DECEMBER 28, 2023

At Bar-i , we’ve performed over 30,000 bar inventory audits in over 40 states during the last 15 years, and this broad experience has given us a good look at the way most bars do their ordering. Quite simply, most bars don’t do a great job managing this aspect of their business. When we start working with a new bar or restaurant, we typically find that they tend to overorder.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 28, 2023

The UK introduced for the first time pint-sized bottles of still and sparkling wine of 568ml size, to supermarket shelves, pubs, clubs and restaurants in the country. The move to introduce the 568ml size would sit alongside the 200ml and 500ml measures already available, offering more flexibility and choice for customers. UK’s Department for Business and Trade said that 900 vineyards are set to benefit from the new provision; boosting production and supporting British businesses, which currently

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VinePair

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past several decades, you’re probably aware of Cristal. One of the most widely known Champagne brands on the market, you may have first heard it referenced in a song on the radio, or recognized its distinct appearance in a wine shop or nightclub. Either way, there’s no denying that this prestigious bottle of bubbly has made its mark on pop culture.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Ahead of the much anticipated inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on 22nd January 2024 , the Uttar Pradesh government has declared the entire 84- Kosi Parikrma around the Ram Mandir as a liquor prohibition zone. UP Excise and Prohibition Minister Nitin Agarwal said the government has established a ‘no liquor zone’ in the entire Parikrama circuit and the wine shops in the prohibited area will be either shifted or removed.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Does Talisker ever plan to stop releasing successively older whiskies? Here’s to hoping the answer is no, because the stuff coming out of the Isle of Skye continues to blow us away every time a sample arrives. Talisker Glacial Edge 45 Years Old is the final release in the Xpedition Series (we didn’t know it even had a name), “a trilogy of whiskies inspired by the wild and its spirit of adventure.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 28, 2023

William Grant & Sons Flora Adora Gin, a limited-edition creation encapsulating the charm of enchanting blossoms, harmonises a curated blend of botanicals – lavender, rose, and hibiscus – seamlessly intertwining with the classic juniper base, offering an irresistible journey. It encapsulates the essence of a mesmerising world, where the gentle floral nectar meets the elegance of the Victorian era.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 28, 2023

To close out 2023, we asked the our national wine panel to taste and rate their favorite wines from this past year. As always, these selections include brief tasting notes, a rating and the wine’s retail price (which can vary from store to store and market to market). Unless noted otherwise, prices reflect a 750-ml. bottle. If you are a beverage professional with a specialty in wine who is interested in participating in the panel, please contact Kyle Swartz at kswartz@epgmediallc.com.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. This in no way, per our editorial policies , influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link in this review our site receives a small referral payment which helps to support, but not influence, our editorial and other costs.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Baldacci Family Vineyards has embraced the world of Tubes with this Discovery Collection ($60) of three of its wines. The $60 set includes 100ml samples of three wines Los Carneros Chardonnay, Los Carneros Pinot Noir, and Fraternity Red Blend, all from the 2021 vintage. As they are also available separately, pricing below is for full 750ml bottles of each wine. 2021 Baldacci Chardonnay Carneros – Groovy and woody, this chardonnay offers a moderated fruit core — spiced pears with citr

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VinePair

DECEMBER 28, 2023

From century-long wars and changing crowns , to Dutch trading and the draining of the Medoc , there’s a lot to say about Bordeaux ’s rise to the fine-wine region it is today. However, the official stamp of approval came in the form of the 1855 Wine Classification of Bordeaux, a ranked list of the region’s best wines according to the first five growths (crus) from the major châteaus of Bordeaux.

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Mix That Drink

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Sometimes cocktail recipes call for coffee or espresso. What sort of coffee maker do you need, if you make these cocktails regularly?

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Drink Me

DECEMBER 28, 2023

I’m fascinated with this wine not only because Megan Hughes has nicely crafted a “chardonnay in the raw” but also because it gives us a glimpse into what sparkling wines were like centuries ago. Then, grapes were just pressed, left to ferment, and bottled. Very few steps. The result is a wonderfully bubbly wine…under a crown cap. The wine is delicate, lemony, and quite yeasty.

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Casual Mixologist

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This simple stirred Tart Cherry Old Fashion riffs off of the original old fashioned with sharp tangy cherry flavor. It’s gorgeous simplicity means that few other ingredients are needed to complete this perfectly balanced cocktail. It’s ideal for a relaxing evening with a good book or catching up with friends. As an added bonus, the prep time is minimal thanks to tart cherry juice and simple syrup.

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Drink Me

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Opening the bottle, a super-fine frothy mousse pours into the glass. Earthy, bakery and a touch of cassis blossom in the aromas. The wine is surprisingly taught on the palate, with whisps of dark red berries, and a texture with both creaminess and steely acidity. This continues into the longish, lightly mineral finish. An elegant salmon-pink color, this Sonoma sparkler is classically crafted from pinot noir and chardonnay, with a bit of pinot meunier – just the way it would be done in the Champa

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Three Spirit

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Wind Tempos Developed by: Frank Walline @stoopkidfrank 1 oz. Blanc Verjus 0.5 oz Martini & Rossi Floreale 0.5 oz chamomile honey syrup 0.25 oz fake lemon acid 3 oz Three Spirit Sharp 1 drop birch extract Method: Short shake/Top with Sharp Glassware: Flute Divine Favor Developed by: Nik Stiles @nik.stiles 1.5 oz Three Spirit Nightcap 0.5 Seedlip Grove 0.75 oz lemon 0.25 oz cinnamon 0.25 oz ginger 0.25 oz orgeat Method : Shake Glassware : Nick & Nora Garnish : Grated cinnamon No Fly Zone

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Good Spirits News

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Mindful Drinking Fest returns this time at Union Market in Washington, D.C., from January 26-28, 2024. Join us for an extraordinary celebration of mindful drinking, social wellness, and the flourishing world of non-alcoholic beverages. This year, we are proud to announce our first-time partnership with the Adult Non-Alcoholic Beverage Association (ANBA).

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Three Spirit

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Is it healthy to never drink alcohol? As with anything in life, alcohol is best drunk in moderation. The occasional beverage with your friends or on special occasions won’t do any harm (other than potentially giving you a horrible hangover) however, long-term misuse can cause problems. Improved mental health There are a number of links between alcohol dependency and many mental health issues including, but not limited to, anxiety and depression.

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Tales of the Cocktail

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Here’s some text for the post. The post Post to test scheduling appeared first on Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 28, 2023

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Avolon Holdings Limited (‘Avolon’), a leading global aviation finance company, announces the consolidation of the US$656 million TLB-5 tranche and US$1.68 billion TLB-6 tranche of its senior secured Term Loan B facility (the ‘Facility’) into one US$2.33 billion TLB-6 tranche. The combined TLB-6 priced at SOFR plus 2.00% with a SOFR floor of 0.50%, a reduction from the TLB-5 pricing of SOFR plus 2.35% (2.25% margin + 0.10% Credit Spread Adjustment) and the TLB-6

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Drink Me

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Everyone who has tried this Champagne at my house has been charmed. As I was. And thrilled, having hurriedly grabbed the bottle from the shelf of a local wine shop. After selecting it, on the label I saw the stamp of approval from exporter Becky Wasserman & Co, so I figured it was going to be fine. This wine is more than fine, it is refined. With a large dollop of creaminess and crisp fruit, the wine has exceptionally balanced flavors, aromas and texture.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 28, 2023

RICHMOND, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced the acquisition of the 299-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center (the “Hotel”) for approximately $75 million, or $251,000 per key. “Las Vegas, well known as a premier gaming and entertainment destination, has dynamically expanded in recent years with the arrival of major league sports teams, the Sphere and Formula 1 racing, to capture

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Good Spirits News

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Renegade Rum, the terroir-driven rum project from the Caribbean island of Grenada, has announced the launch of a new flagship range of aged and unaged natural rums that showcase its pioneering methodology to the United States. Since launching last summer, Renegade Rum has sought to explore the effect terroir, cane variety and distillation style has on the natural flavors of rum.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Key Announcements In December 2023, Howmet Aerospace drew approximately $400 million from its two term loan facilities. $200 million was drawn from a U.S. dollar-denominated term loan facility (the “USD Term Loan Facility”) and approximately $200 million was drawn from a Japanese yen-denominated term loan facility (the “JPY Term Loan Facility”). The Company entered into interest rate swaps to exchange the floating interest rates of the term loan facilities into fixed interest rates.

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Malt

DECEMBER 28, 2023

A Japanese whisky with a twist? The post Kaiyō Whisky Japanese Mizunara Oak Single Cask Strength first appeared on Malt.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 28, 2023

HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–One of the most important holidays in Hong Kong, Chinese New Year calls for spectacular celebratory activities and auspicious family feasts. And this year, there’s even more to celebrate – the fifth day (or Chor 5) falls on Valentine’s Day, so you can extend your CNY getaway with a romantic adventure. Known for its distinctive East-meets-West culture, Hong Kong is ideal for couples to create a unique and timeless memory.

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