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Now Goose Clybourn Has a Closing Date (Plus Event News & Socials)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

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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Love Drinks Competition Winners’ Trip: Oaxaca, Mezcal, and a Merry Band of Bartenders

BarLifeUK

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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New Bar Tools Release!

A Bar Above

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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Licensing vs Franchising: What's the Difference?

Sculpture Hospitality

Are you an entrepreneur in the hospitality industry? If so, you may be considering opening a business via an established brand and have come across the terms “licensing” and “franchising.

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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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This Week's New Beer Labels - WTF Edition

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

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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RZA (Yes That One) Partners With Ballantine’s Whiskey And Sriracha (Yes That One)

BarLifeUK

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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This Redbreast Irish Whiskey Bottle Turns into a Bird Feeder

Bevvy

The bottle features a metal casing that slides off and transforms into a bird feeder. The post This Redbreast Irish Whiskey Bottle Turns into a Bird Feeder appeared first on Bevvy.

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This Week's Beer News: Here Comes Turner Haus

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Before we jump into the news about Turner Haus’s taproom opening, I want to circle back to something that I asked y’all about before FoBAB last weekend. I did get a few great responses to my request for recommendations on things that had opened in the past few years that had faded from front-of-mind. First up, the west-suburban contingent came out in full force, recommending a visit to St.

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Meister Hunter 2023 Competition Final Preview

BarLifeUK

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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8 Hanukkah Cocktail Recipes

A Bar Above

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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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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10 Festive Cocktail Creations for Your Next Holiday Party

National Bartending School

Holiday parties are the perfect time to indulge in festive cheer, and what better way than with creative cocktails? Here are ten festive cocktail creations that are sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering. Winter Wonderland Martini A creamy and dreamy concoction with a hint of peppermint. Cranberry Mule A festive twist […] The post 10 Festive Cocktail Creations for Your Next Holiday Party appeared first on National Bartenders.

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VERITAS CANNABIS SOUR DIESEL IS A COMBINATION OF SUPER SKUNK + CHEMDAWG. COMMENTARY AND TASTING NOTES

Cocktail Whisperer

Tweet It’s a Sativa by nature, but sometimes it feels more Indica-leaning- but certainly not like hybrids… It reminds me of the fine cannabis that I used to get in southern Maine back in the mid-1980s. This was when I first discovered really fine East Coast weed. I was reared on mostly West Coast flowers early on. It was that or the “whatever we could get,” which was nothing to write home about in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Gift Guide: Mushroom lovers

Three Spirit

Drink me Three Spirit Social I mean, we had to mention us first. You get that, right? Social contain's lion's mane mushroom, a fabulous, creamy adaptogenic mushroom that many report better cognitive function with. Combined with heart-opening cacao and flirty damiana, this is the perfect drinking companion for the sober curious. Dirtea Functional mushrooms that make you feel your best.

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Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Black Art 11.1

The Whiskey Wash

Editor’s Note: This whisky 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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The Essential Cocktail Structures

Cocktails with Suderman

A bit of housekeeping: Earlier this year, the fine folks at Works in Progress invited me to write about progress in cocktails. The resulting essay is now part of WiP issue 13 ; you can read it online here. Issue 13 also appears in a dead-tree edition. I’ve seen the finished product, and it’s pretty snazzy. * In this week’s edition, we’re going to look at a system for taking any modestly stocked home bar and a few pantry ingredients and making a vast number of cocktails wi

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Maple Muse

Medium of Mixology

Ah here we are again, the time of year where I prepare for my annual Christmas party and remember that I not only have this blog, but pay for the domain too. However well my intentions, I always seem to forget to post my new recipes here…perhaps that should be a goal for 2024? My own regretful thoughts aside, I’m thrilled to share this new original cocktail for those of you who still follow my cocktail journey here.

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21 Decadent Chocolate Cocktails to Satisfy Your Cravings

Mix That Drink

Chocolate cocktails are a must for chocolate lovers. Eating chocolate is divine, but drinking it is a whole new level of indulgence. All of these cocktails feature chocolatey flavors, from creme de cacao to powdered cocoa.

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Whisky Review: Port Charlotte PMC:01

The Whiskey Wash

Editor’s Note: This whisky 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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16 Rum Cocktail Recipes

National Bartending School

Savor the spirit of the tropics with our rum cocktail recipes. Each drink is a celebration of rum's rich, diverse flavors, perfect for any festive occasion. The post 16 Rum Cocktail Recipes appeared first on National Bartenders.

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How to Turn Room Guests into Gold With Hotel F&B

SevenRooms

Your hotel restaurant rivals the one down the street — and those miles away — but do your guests know that? While room bookings will always be the main focus of your marketing efforts, hotel F&B doesn’t have to be the underdog. In fact, it can be one of your most powerful revenue sources. According to an analysis by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and Oxford Economics , only 31% of all U.S. hotel guest spending is on lodging.

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Solera-Aged Westward Whiskey Milestone Is the Oregon Brand’s Most Luxurious Whiskey Yet

Bevvy

It's crafted from a 21-barrel solera system that includes some of the Oregon distillery's oldest whiskeys. The post Solera-Aged Westward Whiskey Milestone Is the Oregon Brand’s Most Luxurious Whiskey Yet appeared first on Bevvy.

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Whisky Review: Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Years Old

The Whiskey Wash

Editor’s Note: This whisky 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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Light Up the Holidays with the Limited-Edition Tequila Don Julio 1942 Illumination Bottle!

Bartender.com

Limited-Edition Tequila Don Julio 1942 Illumination Bottle An incredible gift for this holiday season With the holidays around the corner, Tequila Don Julio is excited to unveil the ultimate celebration essential that makes the season even brighter – the Limited-Edition Tequila Don Julio 1942 Illumination bottle. With the touch of a button, you’ll impress guests at your next holiday gathering or surprise loved ones with the coolest gift of celebration.

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History & Innovation Interwoven at Buffalo Trace

Old Liquors Magazine

[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] The sprawling 400-acre grounds of the Buffalo Trace Distillery has the feel of a bustling college campus. A place of higher learning and storied tradition.

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Grizzly Bear Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Grizzly Bear cocktail is surprisingly gentle. Doesn't really have a bite at all. You may be wondering about the Jägermeister parked there in the middle of sweet rich liqueurs and milk, but it works well.

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Whiskey Review: Mary Dowling Toasted Double Oak Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

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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BARTENDER® Magazine Fall/Winter 2023 issue

Bartender.com

BARTENDER ® 2023 Fall/Winter issue BARTENDER® 2023 Fall/Winter Edition features: Death Before 86’d, @Social Shaker: Jordan Hughes, Retro Cocktails, Portland Cocktail Week, Featured Bar Coquette, Brand Buzz Copalli Rum. Featured Product Bull in China, Featured Wine The Hidden Sea, Featured RTD Absolut Vodka and Ocean Spray Vodka-Cranberry range, Signature Cocktails and more!

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Friendsgiving Gift Guide

Three Spirit

Whether your Friendsgiving looks like a rehearsal dinner for the big event, or more like a love-in with board games, drinks and ordering dinner in, it's always a good idea to have a gift in mind to show your friends you get them. We've got you and the whole gang covered with these gifts all under $50. Host comes first Three Spirit Blurred Vines $27 ($52 for the Duo) If you only get one friend a gift this year make sure it's for the friend that hosts.

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Silver Fizz Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Silver Fizz cocktail is a classic drink that's stood the test of time. Its delightful combination of gin, lemon juice, sugar, and soda water creates a light, frothy, and citrusy beverage that is perfect for any occasion.

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Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Bere Barley 2013

The Whiskey Wash

Editor’s Note: This whisky 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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Big news: Havana Club is back with Havana Club Cocktail Maestros!

The Cocktail Lovers

New cocktail competition alert: Havana Club is back, with Havana Club Cocktail Maestros We don’t know about bartenders but the big questions that we always ask ourselves before we align with any cocktail competition, large or small, are these: What’s in it for bartenders? Why should they take time from their already busy schedules to get involved? How does it differ from the plethora of comps already out there?

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GSN Review: Mount Gay Rum Single Estate Series 23_01

Good Spirits News

Mount Gay, the world’s oldest running rum distillery located in St Lucy at the northern tip of Barbados, has called this island home since 1703, celebrating its 320th anniversary this year. This autumn, Mount Gay revealed the First Edition of the Single Estate Series, a new annual release that celebrates Barbados and embodies the terroir of the birthplace of rum.

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A Love Letter to Bleu Cheese Stuffed Olives

Jeffrey Morgenthaler

My first real fancy bar job was at a French restaurant. I’d been working for like six years in dive bars and clubs already but this was like, black tie, crisp white shirt, starched bistro apron, the whole thing. Pouring wine and TONS of Martinis. At least once a night someone would order a Martini | Read More The post A Love Letter to Bleu Cheese Stuffed Olives appeared first on Jeffrey Morgenthaler.

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Christmas is coming | The SMWS Whisky Advent Calendar

Whisky Boys

Well, it is starting… every radio, TV and internet advert is popping up with all things sleigh bells and snowmen, not to mention the big man himself Santa.

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Review of Aaron Goldfarb Hercules Mulligan: Clothier, Spy, Drinksmith, American Hero

Kevin R. Kosar

You can get a copy of this book at [link] And you can learn about my own books on drinks and other things at [link].

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