PUNCH

AUGUST 6, 2024

Five years ago, the street food–inspired drink didn’t even exist. Now, riffs on the template are making their way around the globe, from CDMX to London and beyond.

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

When it’s too hot to muster the energy to mix drinks, batching up a freezer cocktail to enjoy later can be just what summer ordered. In Freezer Door Cocktails: 75 Cocktails That Are Ready When You Are , James Beard Award–winning writer J.M. Hirsch presents several chilly options for those looking to venture beyond the freezer Martini , from classics like the Mai Tai to original cocktails like the Tequila Spritz.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

AUGUST 2, 2024

It’s August now— which means Oktoberfest season is underway! We saw the emergence of a very early version from 3 Sheeps back in late June (!) and Solemn Oath knows full well what you think about seasonal creep given the name of their Way Too Early Fest , which is where their Oktoberface just emerged a few days ago. Turns out it wasn’t really all that early.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2024

Our Drink of the Week is the I Luv It Punch co-created by singer and songwriter Camila Cabello with Bacardi. The drink is Camila’s fresh twist on the classic Rum Punch. It’s perfect for all your summer celebrations. Liqueur , Rum I Luv It Punch Ingredients 2 oz. Bacardi Superior ½ oz. St-Germain ½ oz. Passion Fruit Nectar ½ oz. lime juice 1 oz. coconut water Preparation Build all ingredients into a rocks glass filled with cubed ice.

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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

VinePair

AUGUST 26, 2024

Workers at Stone Brewing Company’s sprawling facilities in Richmond, Va. went public today with a union drive to secure higher pay, more consistent scheduling, and better working conditions. “We’re here to fight for jobs that are worth staying with as careers,” one worker told VinePair in a text exchange on the eve of the announcement. They requested anonymity to speak about the drive without fear of retaliation, noting that a vocally pro-union employee had recently been fired.

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Drinks International

AUGUST 28, 2024

Pernod Ricard has announced the acquisition of a minority stake in Almave, the non-alc blue agave-based spirit brand, co-founded by Formula One champion, Lewis Hamilton and Casa Lumbre’s Iván Saldaña.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 31, 2024

The Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with V isa. The MoU aims to significantly contribute to the skill development of Indian youth across 10 states, including Assam, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and others. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (I/C), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

AUGUST 21, 2024

Hi, friends - happy Label Wednesday. One of these new labels took me on a journey down a rabbit hole of UK lager miscellanea, and you’re coming along for the ride, thanks to… The New Illinois Beer Label of the Week: Yes, that’s Wrexham as in Wales, as in the football club, and also as in the UK’s oldest lager brewery ( per their website ).

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 31, 2024

We review Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre Bourbon (2024), aged for four years in white American oak barrels and then transferred into Limousin oak casks for another four years of aging. (image via Garrison Brothers) Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies , this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. With so many choices, it’s easy to throw in the towel and stick to the wines you know best. But while it may be tempting to turn to an old favorite, venturing off the beaten path and diving into the unknown may lead to discovering your new darling bottle.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 23, 2024

Brown-Forman has scrapped its diversity and inclusion policies and ended its participation in an LGBTQ corporate equality index.

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PUNCH

AUGUST 16, 2024

Peanut Punch, a blended Caribbean drink, is a staple throughout the region and is often spiked with Guinness, rum or both.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 29, 2024

Ukrainian vodka brand Nemiroff has announced the launch of its premium Nemiroff De Luxe Vodka in the Australian market. In partnership with Endeavour Group, Nemiroff De Luxe is now available at Dan Murphy’s stores across the country, marking the brand’s official entry into Australia. Dan Murphy’s, the leading online alcohol retailer in Australia, also operates over 270 retail stores nationwide, providing Australian consumers easy access to Nemiroff’s renowned vodka.

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Cheers

AUGUST 21, 2024

Labor Day always comes as a bit of a shock, especially when it falls earlier than usual. Ease your guests into the transition from summer and extend the season with some fresh and flavorful cocktails. Here are seven we like for 2024. Print Guavabuena Course Drinks Keyword club soda, Guava nectar, honey syrup, lime, mint, tequila Ingredients 2 parts Espolón Tequila Reposado 2 parts Guava nectar ¾ parts Honey syrup ¾ parts Lime juice 3 parts Club soda 5 Fresh mi

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 30, 2024

We review Woodinville Straight Bourbon Aged 8 Years, aged inside heavily toasted, lightly charred barrels made from 24-month open-air seasoned staves that beat out seven other barrel types for this release. (image via Woodinville Whiskey Co.) Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies , this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

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VinePair

AUGUST 7, 2024

Oh, the India Pale Ale — bemoaned by many, beloved by more. And though people love to loathe them, IPAs are the current bread and butter of the American craft brewing industry. And whether they want to or not, almost every brewery in the nation carries one on tap. Part of the style’s success are its numerous substyles, which have allowed IPAs to straddle nearly every major beer category on the market.

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Just Drinks

AUGUST 12, 2024

The Hungarian Competition Authority has “initiated proceedings” against Coca-Cola HBC and other drinks groups over green claims on packaging.

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PUNCH

AUGUST 20, 2024

Craft beer brewers like Stillwater Artisanal are making “postmodern”beers brewed for flavor instead of specific styles like lager or IPA.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Supreme Court has granted bail to K Kavitha. She was arrested in March by the Enforcement Directorate and Central Bureau of Investigation in the Delhi liquor gate. The Bharat Rashtra Samithi leader and the daughter of ex Chief Minister, K Chandrasekhar Rao was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in March in the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam.

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Cheers

AUGUST 20, 2024

Bardstown Bourbon Company has expanded its core offerings with the addition of High Wheat Bourbon. This Kentucky straight bourbon is comprised of one of the highest percentage wheated mashbills in the bourbon category at 39%. Combined with a low barrel entry proof, meant to extract maximum wood sugars, the result is flavors of apricot, pastry and lemon, the distillery reports, with leather and crème brûlée on the nose.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 27, 2024

We review Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch B524, the second of this year’s Barrel-Proof releases, which clocks in at a hearty 130.6 proof. (image via Heaven Hill) Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies , this in no way influenced the outcome of this review. Of the many semi-regular releases emerging from Heaven Hill’s vast whiskey portfolio, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon’s thrice-a-year

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VinePair

AUGUST 21, 2024

Love it or love to hate it, everyone knows Caymus. The iconic Napa Valley winery, founded by the Wagner family in 1972, recently celebrated its commendable 50 years of operation. Despite its contentious reputation among sommeliers and wine nerds, the continued success of the family-owned brand is irrefutably impressive. From its signature Cabernet Sauvignon to its esteemed Special Selection bottling and even its second label Bonanza (affectionately referred to as “ baby Caymus ”), the brand and

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 29, 2024

For generations, consumers didn’t put much thought or concern into the ingredients of food and beverage. It’s only been relatively recently that consumers have taken a real interest in what makes up our culinary experiences. In generations past, imbibers didn’t care to know every minute detail of how their favorite brandy or whiskey was produced.

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PUNCH

AUGUST 26, 2024

The Vampiro, a tequila drink from Jalisco, Mexico, is a refreshing, salty cocktail that's a local delicacy at street stalls.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 28, 2024

William Grant & Sons is set to debut an innovative stand design at the TFWA World Conference & Exhibition in Cannes, which is scheduled from 29th September to 3rd October. The design, inspired by the company's recently launched shop-in-shops in select APAC airports, is tailored to enhance the shopping experience in duty free environments. The stand will prominently feature exclusive and high-aged expressions of Glenfiddich and The Balvenie, alongside interactive elements and personalised

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Cheers

AUGUST 20, 2024

This creamy, gin-based raspberry cocktail comes from Milady’s in New York. Print Dreamsicle Course Drinks Keyword absinthe, Chambord, gin, heavy cream, lemon, raspberry puree, Simple syrup Ingredients 1 oz. Fords Gin 1 oz. Chambord ½ oz. Lemon ½ oz. Raspberry puree ½ oz. Simple syrup ½ oz. Cream Absinthe rinse Instructions Prep large snifter with absinthe rinse Combine ingredients and shake.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 20, 2024

We review Heaven Hill Grain To Glass Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon, part of a more “craft” oriented Heaven Hill whiskey project that sees the use of a unique corn seed varietal as part of the mash bill. (image via Heaven Hill) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.

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VinePair

AUGUST 15, 2024

One of the main takeaways from “Castaway” and “Robinson Crusoe” is that being stranded alone on a deserted island would be — to put it lightly — a pretty dismal existence. Food isn’t a guarantee, inanimate objects become your only friends (looking at you, Wilson ), and you don’t know if or when you’ll ever be able to leave. Another losing quality in this scenario: Alcohol would likely be in short supply.

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PubClub

AUGUST 23, 2024

Clemson cheerleaders hope have a lot to cheer about with the Tigers against the Dawgs. Photo: Clemson Tigers. By The Pigskin Progosticator, PubClub.com’s College Football Columnist To grasp what is happening in college football today one has to take the “it’s almost the NFL now” approach. The tranfer portal, the NIL-fed milion-dollar offers for quarterbacks, West Coast teams playing in Midwestern and Eastern conferences and now a multi-team playoff that may not even rewar

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PUNCH

AUGUST 30, 2024

15 easy cocktail recipes for tequila drinks from a Margarita soda to an Espresso Martini to a spicy Campari highball.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 22, 2024

In a significant development, the Nagaland government has decided to reassess the Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act of 1989, which has been in effect for over 30 years. The decision to review the prohibition law emerged from a recent cabinet meeting. Reports indicate that the state government plans to revisit the act during the upcoming state assembly session, set for August 27th, with the possibility of partially easing the prohibition in certain regions of the state.

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Cheers

AUGUST 20, 2024

Have you submitted your 2024 BevX Award yet? If not, act now — the deadline is coming up! The BevX Awards celebrate full-service chain restaurants for their beverage program’s creativity, originality and impact on sales and profitability, as well as innovative independent operators and individuals making an impact on the industry. This long-standing competition honors on-premise concepts that demonstrate superior marketing support, staff training and overall commitment to their beverage initiati

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 18, 2024

We review Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon (2024), featuring 7-year and 17-year aged bourbons and finished in French brandy and cognac casks. (image via Limestone Branch) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.

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VinePair

AUGUST 29, 2024

Saga Spirits Group will develop a $92.5 million distillery and tourism center at Edgewood, a 150-acre site in Versailles according to a Thursday press release from Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear’s office. The project will include the creation of a distillery, a tasting room, a restaurant, visitor center, and events space. Wes Henderson, co-founder of Angel’s Envy Bourbon — which was purchased by Bacardi in 2015 for a reported $150 million — and CEO of the Saga Spirits Group (also known as TKC Di

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PubClub

AUGUST 27, 2024

Alabama alumni celebrate a win at Bootlegger in San Diego. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Bar Blogger The NFL and college football are big businesses. They are big for the teams, the merchandise manufacturers, hotels, concession and stadium workers and also for bars. All across America, sports bars are slammed on fall Saturdays and Sundays showing football.

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PUNCH

AUGUST 29, 2024

The best rum brands for a Mojito cocktail, according to bartenders, range from Planteray 3 Star to Banks 5 Island Rum to Probitas.

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