November, 2024

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Upgrade Your Home Bar with New White Kitchen Tools, a Black Barware Set, & More!

A Bar Above

Copyright A Bar Above Table of Contents : Black 14-piece stainless steel cocktail set Cocktail to make Mixing glasses with new designs Black pour spouts White channel knife White citrus zester Ready to give your bar a fresh upgrade? Or are you looking for the perfect gift for the bartender or cocktail enthusiast in your life? Well, no matter who you’re shopping for, we’re super excited to announce the launch of some of our best-selling products in brand-new colors and designs so you can s

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Elements: PX Sherry

Imbibe Magazine

Nobody’s quite sure why Pedro Ximénez grapes, or the fortified wine made from them, bear a name more apt for a human. (Several largely debunked theories involve the grape being brought to Spain by either a soldier named Pedro Ximen or a Catholic cardinal named Ximénez, or that the grape was possibly named for the Spanish village of Jiménez.) But one thing is absolutely true about the Pedro Ximénez style of sherry (typically shortened to PX): The wine anchors the dark, indulgent end of the sherry

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Ask A Bartender: Clarke Anderson on Mixing with Matcha, Turmeric and Tepache

Chilled Magazine

Being raised in a family that valued food and wine, Clarke Anderson’s interest in food science and culinary arts was sparked early on. However, after working briefly in the kitchen, he realized his true passion was in beverage service and education after a transformative trip to northern Italy and southern France. “I had never felt such a strong connection between people and their agriculture.

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The Cookbook That Became Every Bartender’s Trusted Companion

VinePair

At a recent symposium on sustainability, the moderator queried a panel of bartenders about their favorite bartending books. I’ve heard the question posed many times through the years, but one bartender’s unequivocal response that day reminded me how often the answer is the same. Shockingly, the book isn’t about cocktails or bartending techniques at all.

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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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Did Malört Suddenly Get Less “Gross”?

PUNCH

Did the taste of Malört, the bitter liqueur from Chicago and notorious dare shot, change and get less “gross”? Some fans and bartenders think so.

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New Orleans Special – brand new podcast episode!

The Cocktail Lovers

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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Why Tiramisu Never Goes Out of Style

Imbibe Magazine

Ubiquity can beget creativity. Consider the cocoa-dusted slices of tiramisu that are all but guaranteed to be in the dessert case of your nearest Italian-accented restaurant. Those old-fashioned iterations inspire cooks and bartenders to reinterpret the recipe with globetrotting ingredients and untraditional formats. In the last two years, I’ve sipped a Tiramisu Martini at a Nashville cocktail bar (see recipe below), spooned up a version dotted with local strawberries in a farmhouse in Burgundy,

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Sip Into Fall With These 2 Cocktails from Alabama’s Tre Luna Bar & Kitchen

Chilled Magazine

As the weather gets colder and gatherings with loved ones fill the calendar, there’s no better way to celebrate than with fall-inspired cocktails. Although both cooler beverages, Tre Luna’s new cocktails radiate the crisp fall air and autumnal spice in every sip! Check out the full recipes below. Whiskey Frozen Apple Cider by Jonathan Brasher, FOH Manager at Tre Luna Kitchen & Bar Ingredients 8 oz.

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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Rye That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

VinePair

Before bourbon, rye whiskey was America’s first native spirit. Prohibition permanently disrupted rye production, and many of the distilleries that produced it never reopened. But with the rediscovery of classic, rye-based drinks during the early-aughts cocktail renaissance, bartenders fell back in love with the bold, spicy style of whiskey — and with that, rye’s comeback began.

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I’ll Have a Martini on the Rocks, Please

PUNCH

The Martini on the rocks is back at top cocktail bars across the country. Here's why, and why the midcentury drink deserves a revival.

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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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25 years of FUNKIN COCKTAILS

The Cocktail Lovers

You’ve got to be doing something right to still be at the top of the game after 25 years. Just ask the good folk at FUNKIN COCKTAILS. Since introducing its Pure Pour Lemon and Lime purées to the bar world back in 1999, the company has made it its business to make light work of creating the perfect cocktails. The formula is simple enough: the range was created to impart maximum flavour with minimal fuss.

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Behind the Beverage: The Namesake at Coltivare in Houston

Cheers

A new cocktail at Houston, TX restaurant Coltivare is called the Namesake. It’s made with Haiti’s premium ancestral rum spirit, Saint Benevolence Rum Clairin , and freshly grown ingredients from Coltivare’s on-site garden. During a recent visit to New York, Coltivare Chef Ryan Pera ran into an old friend who introduced him to the Haitian rum and “he was very excited to get it in the building once he got back to Houston,” says bar manager Rebecca Johnson.

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Filipino culture meets contemporary cocktailing with the launch of Inuman, Melbourne’s first Filipino cocktail bar

Australian Bartender

The Inuman Team Inuman Upstairs, 167 Exhibition Street, Melbourne @inuman.melb Filipino culture meets contemporary mixology with the launch of Inuman, Melbourne’s first Filipino cocktail bar, which opened on November 1, 2024. Perched atop its sibling restaurant, Askal, right in the heart of the city, Inuman brings a fresh cultural experience to Melbourne’s cocktail scene.

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Inside Manska’s Mind: Sensory Science Changes Spirits’ Appreciation—What have you been missing?

Chilled Magazine

The common tulip glass shape has been around since the late 1700s as the “dock” trade verification glass for sherries and ports. Popularity increased in the 1800-1900s as a result of Great Britain’s worldwide sherry and port trade. Tulips are characterized by a rim diameter smaller than the maximum bowl diameter. The convenience of the tiny, single-serving sherry/wine tulip glass, readily available in every drinking household, inspired its adoption for scotch whisky, and it’s usage spread to inc

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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What Rye Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?

VinePair

It’s no secret — bartenders love rye whiskey. And we’re not just talking about rye shots, picklebacks , and laybacks, either. Its mix of spicy, chocolaty, and herbal aromas and flavors along with its natural punchiness makes rye a uniquely stiff backbone able to support all kinds of cocktail ingredients. From tried-and-true classic tipples like the Sazerac and the Vieux Carré , to modern favorites, it’s clear that rye cocktails just work.

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Sake and Wine, Together at Last

PUNCH

Sake and wine are together at last at the Los Angeles restaurant Camélia, a showcase for the drinks and a more inclusive beverage landscape.

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Bar Convent Singapore to return in March

Spiritz

Bar Convent (BCB) Singapore is set to return for its second edition on March 3 and 4, 2025 at Marina Bay Sands, bringing together Asia’s bar and beverage industry professionals for a dynamic, trade-only event. Having originated in Germany and expanded to the USA, Brazil, and the UK, BCB made its Asian debut in 2023, attracting over 150 global brands.

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BevX 2024: Hilton For The Win

Cheers

A massive global hotel chain founded more than 100 years ago doesn’t exactly sound like a hot spot for drinks. Yet Hilton Hotels & Resorts takes beverage seriously. Its more recent program spotlights current trends and seasonality, among other factors, and has earned Hilton the Best Overall recognition in the 2024 BevX Awards. Hilton designed the beverage program to help the properties bring each of their food and beverage venues to life by featuring products that help tell the story of the

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What Does The Closure Of Waterford Distillery Mean For The Irish Whiskey Industry?

The Whiskey Wash

The dynamic distillery failed to attract fresh funds for continued operations. Credit: Waterford Distillery By now you will have heard the sad news that Waterford Distillery , located in southern Ireland, has gone into administration. Founder Mark Reynier confirmed the news on social media this week following a report by The Irish Times that the distillery had asked HSBC to appoint receivers.

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5 Essential Cocktails for November 2024

Chilled Magazine

Each month Chilled presents you with five essential cocktails based on our National Drink Day Calendar. Don’t forget to reference it so you can prepare for the upcoming holidays. November is filled with good company, delicious food, and even better cocktails. There’s no better time than now to cozy up with these essential cocktails that highlight the flavors of the seasons.

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: Which Bottle Should Disappear From Back Bars and Bar Carts Forever? (2024)

VinePair

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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Five Recipes From the Best New Bars of 2024

PUNCH

The must-try cocktails from top newcomers across the country, from a two-ingredient rye cocktail to a hazelnut Espresso Martini—plus a beloved classic from an industry icon.

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GSN Alert: 2025 Canadian Whisky Certification Application

Good Spirits News

Are you ready to learn the Eh, B, C’s of Canadian Whisky? You’ve come to the right place! Camp Runamok and Hiram Walker are inviting 100 bar professionals to join us in learning why the world needs more Canada! Over 5 weeks, some of the brightest minds in the business will guide you through grain selection, distillation, blending, and everything Canadian Whisky in between.

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Drink Experiences: Madrina’s Holiday Espresso Martini Flight

Cheers

St. Louis-based Italian-American concept Madrina has launched a holiday-inspired Espresso Martini flight. Priced at $25, the flight includes three varieties: Peppermint (peppermint liquor, vodka), Eggnog (dark rum, amaro), and Blackberry (creme de mure, brandy). When creating the flight, “my priority is ensuring each Martini stands on its own as a great cocktail,” says Madrina’s bar manager Brian Clark.

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ZigZag Vodka debuts in Delhi

Spiritz

ZigZag Vodka made a debut in New Delhi at an event held at The Upper HSE by Tivoli. The event featured dazzling light installations and an hourly-changing cocktail bar. The new vodka comes in four variants - Original, Lime, Orange and Green Apple flavours. At the event, the cocktail menu was curated in collaboration with Lair (one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars) and its Beverage Director, Navjot Singh.

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Back in Black

Chilled Magazine

Located near San Francisco’s prestigious Union Square, Pacific Cocktail Haven (P.C.H.) is a lively bar that has quickly grown into one of America’s most acclaimed cocktail destinations. Featuring cocktails that are inspired by Asian-Pacific ingredients, P.C.H. is known for its creative, balanced cocktails, and the “Back in Black” is no exception where black sesame brings this cocktail to life.

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This Private Equity Company Is Quietly Becoming a Pacific Northwest Wine Powerhouse

VinePair

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 Boulevardier Will Take You There

PUNCH

Here are 9 of the best Boulevardier cocktail recipes, from a perfected classic to modern riffs with "Campari gum" and more.

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Perth legends Pippa Canavan & Murray Walsh open Bar Love

Australian Bartender

Photography Ryan Ng. Supplied. 195 Brisbane St, Northbridge, Western Australia www.barlove.com.au | @barlovebar If you’ve wandered past 195 Brisbane Street recently, you’ve probably noticed the flashy new digs where the old Harvison Gallery used to be. Once a quiet, empty block, it’s now been transformed into something that stands out—a cheeky, retro-styled bar with gold-foiled pin-up girls and hand-painted signs boasting “Cold Drinks, Warm Service, and Hot Bartenders.

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Review: Row 94 Bourbon

Drinkhacker

In 1994, Dierks Bentley moved to Nashville to chase the dream of finding a home on Music Row. Bentley has certainly found success and fame as a country music singer, but September 2024 brought a new venture with the launch of Row 94 Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The country music icon transitioned from singing about whiskey to having his own brand of Kentucky bourbon whiskey.

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Carlsberg to brew beer with regenerative barley

Spiritz

Carlsberg Denmark will now brew its beer with regeneratively grown barley. Carlsberg Denmark has collaborated with DLG and Viking Malt to purchase malt barley cultivated on 100 hectares in Zealand using sustainable farming methods. Approximately 500 tonnes of the harvested barley will produce up to 3.3 million litres of beer. A portion of this will go into a special edition of Carlsberg beer that will be made entirely with regeneratively grown barley.

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Gift Idea: Barkeep 2: The Art of Mixology, Bar & Cocktails Book

Chilled Magazine

Danilo Božović Managing Partner of Swizzle Rum Bar and Drinkery Miami and bar industry veteran’s book Barkeep 2: The Art of Mixology, Bar & Cocktails makes the perfect gift. Božović has been a bartender at some of the country’s most awarded bars for over two decades. In addition, his work as a beverage consultant has taken him around the world, where he developed a deep knowledge of international spirits and global trends.

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When Did Malört Go Mainstream?

VinePair

When describing the taste of Jeppson’s Malört , Chicago’s infamous wormwood-based liqueur, people tend to get creative. A cursory glance of various Reddit subs like r/bartenders and r/Chicago reveal some solid attempts: Notes of Fresca, paint thinner, and sadness; Week-old grapefruit rinds soaked in floodwater and shame; Gasoline filtered through a week-old garbage bag; Imagine if your parents’ divorce had a flavor.

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The Essential Guide to Batching and Freezing Cocktails

PUNCH

An easy guide to batching and freezing cocktails like the Martini, Negroni, Old-Fashioned, Sazerac and other drinks, plus 9 recipes to try.

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Brisbane’s Trove Cocktail Bar is all about native ingredients

Australian Bartender

Trove Cocktail Bar 175 George St, Brisbane City @trovecocktailbar Trove Cocktail Bar is a new addition to Brisbane’s vibrant bar scene, located upstairs at 175 George Street. Offering a unique and elevated experience, Trove blends the art of mixology with the natural beauty of Australian botanicals, creating cocktails that celebrate the rich heritage and diverse flavours of the country.

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