PUNCH

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The best Paloma cocktail turns the tequila drink spicy with a gochujang syrup. Here's the recipe from Berlin's Mr. Susan bar.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Happy Label Wednesday, y’all! Because of the shortened work week last week we didn’t have a ton of new labels to sort through, and the ones that did get cleared are largely keg rings (bummer) but we did still manage to find a few fun and interesting beer-y things to show off this week. Premium Subscribers will get a few exclusive first looks at beers from Surly, Lakefront, Great Lakes and maybe Boulevard — you’ll understand the TBD on that shortly.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Hey everyone! It’s that time of year again—the Black Friday shopping season is here! And we at A Bar Above are really excited about all the awesome holiday deals we have for you. These are definitely our steepest discounts of the year, so make sure not to miss out! Whether you’re looking for a new set of tools for your home bar or just some fun stocking stuffers, our Black Friday offers will definitely help you save some money.

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Guys Drinking Beer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

FoBAB 2023 has come and gone, and we have thoughts on everything that went on at this year's barrel-aged-beer extravaganza. The post FoBAB ReFlections, 2023 appeared first on Guys Drinking Beer.

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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

BarLifeUK

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

A cramped, twelve seater bus trundles through the street-art-riddled roads of Oaxaca… Inside, a bottle of mezcal exchanges hands like an adult game of pass the parcel. Broken speakers belt out classic Rock and Pop hits, completing the scene of sing-songing, drink-slinging new friends. A shared, joyous approach to new experiences held our enthusiasm, in spite of jetlag, lack of sleep and bellies full of Mezcal.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Back in August, Martha Stewart posted an Instagram Reel demonstrating the “proper” method of shaking your coffee at home. Little did we know we were getting a sneak peak at a collaboration between the lifestyle icon and an equally iconic coffee chain. According to a press release, Stewart is Dunkin’s newest celebrity spokesperson and the face of its limited-edition Holiday Martini Shaker and Martini Glasses.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This weekend, I did something I haven’t done in years. I spent money on Bourbon County Stout. Crazy, right? Yes, for years we delivered preview coverage of the annual BCBS lineup, and in 2021 we were taken off the invite list for those yearly media-invite events, which also happened to be the year we expressed support for the stymied union organization attempts by Goose Island employees in 2020. 1 Weird that those two things happened around the same time, huh!

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Hey there, fellow cocktail lovers, wine enthusiasts, and hospitality staff! We’re super excited to announce the addition of a couple new bar items & color lines to our ever-expanding lineup of bar accessories. Since our co-founder, Chris, spent 15 years behind the bar, he really understands the importance of having top-notch tools that won’t just break on you after a couple months– and that also look really, really good.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The Charlie Chaplin cocktail is sweet and fruity. The ounce of lemon juice cuts the sweetness of the sloe gin and apricot brandy just enough to make it palatable and balanced.

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BarLifeUK

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In the very early days of BarLifeUK, when co-founder Simon Webster and I were young and full of vim, the TV show Californication , which followed the sexy mishaps and misdeeds of past-his-prime writer Hank Moody (played by David Duchovny) and his best friend and literary agent Charlie Runkle (no-one remembers who played Charlie), was extremely popular.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Ready to ring in the holiday season? As we swap out our autumnal decor for twinkle lights and snowflakes, it’s time to start thinking about the best bottles to gift the drinks lovers in our lives. When buying for those who favor America’s beloved native spirit , nailing down the premier pick can be a bit of a challenge with the number of stand-out bottles on shelves increasing every year.

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PUNCH

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The Picon Punch, a Basque American aperitif cocktail with Amer Picon from San Francisco, makes a comeback at Seattle's Bar Bayonne.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Hi, friends — happy Blackout Wednesday aka Drinksgiving to all who celebrate. (Did you know that the Wikipedia entry for today actually references Chicago suburbs ? TIL.) I’m about to hop into the car and head to the west suburbs for Thanksgiving #1 and then swing up to Grand Rapids for Thanksgiving #2, and it’s so good to know that I’ll have multiple options around me for a brewery escape if I need one.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Copyright A Bar Above Well, another year has come and gone, and we’re already swapping out summer rum for winter whiskey. Which means…it’s almost the holiday season. And of course that means it’s time to SHOP ! So who’s on your list this year? No matter if you’re buying for cocktail lovers, professional bartenders, or cocktail novices, here’s our list of top gifts that are sure to please everyone.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Step into the glamorous world of Hollywood's golden age with the Douglas Fairbanks cocktail, a classic drink named after the iconic actor. The irony is that he didn't drink.

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BarLifeUK

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

This Tuesday you can come and watch 7 bartenders battle it out for the top spot at the Jägermeister Meister Hunter Competition 2023. Click to view full size Every year the final of the Meister Hunter competition marks the end of competition season and the start of the silly season, the last chance for us to enjoy and celebrate our industry before Greg from accounts makes us question the purpose of life.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Alcohol and sailing have long gone hand in hand, with long weeks spent working at sea often demanding something to take the edge off. For that reason, the profession has historically been associated with heavy drinking — a narrative furthered by the once global practice of paying Naval officers for their service with alcohol rations in wartime when funds were scarce.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 29, 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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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Just when I thought I had processed my thoughts on Metropolitan Brewing announcing their closure, Goose Clybourn had to go and blow everything up today by telling everyone that their final date in operation will be December 10. Yes, they announced a while ago that they’d be shuttering the OG brewpub eventually, and yes, they’re opening a new space at the Salt Shed 1 but now that Clybourn’s expiry date is in the world, it feels like another door is about to slam shut.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

When you think of holiday cocktails , many people probably think of Christmas — but today, we’re all about Hanukkah (or Chanukah ) , the Jewish holiday celebrating Maccabean revolt against the Seleucid Empire. Photo via www.unsplash.com Hanukkah is an 8-day celebration– sometimes called the festival of lights– and involves a lot of traditions and yummy food.

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Sculpture Hospitality

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In the constant challenge to increase bar profits, inventory management stands as the unsung hero. Yet many businesses owners and bar managers are failing to maximize their bar liquor inventory in a way that drives revenue opportunities.

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BarLifeUK

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) released two bits of news this week, one good and one bad – at least from the perspective of bars and the people who frequent them. Good news first: The RMT has agreed a ‘memorandum of understanding’ with train operating companies, meaning industrial action taken by overland train crews has been put on hold until at least March 2024, while the various union memberships vote on a new proposal to end the long-runnin

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The social media era may be coming to an end, but the residual marketing power that The Platforms™️ deliver to small businesses in general and beer brands in particular will likely stick around for awhile after normies deactivate their accounts and the extremely online depart for digital walled gardens. Which is why your humble Hop Take columnist likes Friday Beers’ odds.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Citrus juices and garnish shows up in so many cocktail recipes. Just a few simple tools will make it so much easier to squeeze juices and shape garnishes.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The theme for today’s email is WTF, and not just because Metropolitan Brewing announced yesterday that they would close for good on December 17th. I’ve written a lot about Metro in recent weeks as news of their bankruptcy swirled, and I’m still organizing my thoughts on this announcement and what it means to the Chicagoland brewing scene.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Photo via www.unsplash.com Wondering what to give your favorite bartenders and mixologists this year? Trying to find the perfect gift for bartenders can definitely cause some stress! But don’t fret: If you are buying for a cocktail enthusiast or a professional bartender, we got you covered this holiday season. Below is our ultimate holiday gift list with our top 20 gift ideas for bartenders.

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Sculpture Hospitality

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Effective inventory management is critical when it comes to operating a thriving bar or restaurant. There are many important elements that will help you master inventory management including forecasting from forecasting to ordering processes.

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BarLifeUK

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

A couple of weeks ago, the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) launched ‘ Listen For Life ‘, a campaign designed to encourage people working in hospitality venues to understand the risk of hearing damage that comes with exposure to loud music. The initiative was introduced to the House of Commons by Labour MP Jeff Smith, the NTIA published a bunch of videos by famous talking heads telling you to get your hearing tested, and Specsavers Audiology was announced as the official prog

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

As far as flavor goes, many cocktail aficionados believe the more bitter the drink, the better. But of the abundance of bitter liqueurs on the market, including those distilled from artichokes and seasoned with saffron , there is perhaps none more famous than Campari. Characterized by its vibrant red hue and signature orange peel, rhubarb, and herbal flavors, the blushing liqueur shines most brightly in an equally-famous famous cocktail: the Negroni.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Have you ever wanted to make smoked cocktails at home? Like any bar skill, it's just a matter of getting the right tools and learning how to do it.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Craft Beer & Brewing’s annual Best in Beer issue has dropped , and with it come a number of accolades for Chicagoland and Midwestern breweries. (No surprise there; we’re the best.) Five of the twenty Best Beers of the Year have, at least, Midwestern ties: Two of the beers come from Kansas City, Missouri (the BKS Pivo Project Bohemian-Style Pilsner and the KC Bier Light), one is Fat Head’s HeadHunter IPA and one is the Thoughts Without a Thinker saison from Keeping Together

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Ah, the Martini : a classic cocktail that screams elegance and sophistication. But did you know that there are lots of variations of this iconic drink? As basic a recipe as this is, there are tons of ways to make it your own. So let’s take a closer look at the original Martini recipe, the Dry Martini, and the Dirty Martini to better understand their unique characteristics and flavors.

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Sculpture Hospitality

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

No matter what type of bar or restaurant you run, there’s a high chance that food waste is a huge problem. In fact, according to RTS , the restaurant industry spends close to $162 billion on wasted food.

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Australian Bartender

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

What makes Jameson Black Barrel so good? Double charring the wood fires up the barrels and gives them new life. Untold richness and complexity awaits in every drop of Jameson Black Barrel. It’s perfect on its own or on the rocks, but it’s also commonly known as the best whiskey for an Old Fashioned. Don’t trust us? Taste it. Or try it in your next Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Some things just make sense together. Peanut butter and jelly, for example. Cereal and milk. Bonfires and cozy sweaters. And, for hundreds of years, Côtes du Rhône wines and Comté cheese. Each French region boasts a distinctive terroir that is directly reflected in the products it creates. Connected by the Rhône River, Comté and Côtes du Rhône share more than just a body of water — each heralds a similar set of values rooted in history, tradition, and love for the planet.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

For cocktails made with hot cocoa or coffee, sometimes a homemade marshmallow makes a terrific garnish. It has a better flavor and texture than store bought.

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