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The Banana Peel Slips Into the Spotlight

PUNCH

No longer destined for the compost bin, the ingredient is bringing tannins and tropical flavor to Old-Fashioneds, highballs and more.

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The Bitter Truth Bartender Appreciation Day Give-Away

BarLifeUK

The Bitter Truth 10 Bottle Give-Away Entry Deadline: Friday 15th December, 2023 There are a few different dates kicking around for Bartender Appreciation Day, but because it falls right at the start of the month and is officially ‘nearly Christmas’, here at BarLifeUK we favour December 2nd. The Bitter Truth Black Cherry Bitters The next three weeks will see bars filled with office party warriors, many of whom will be drinking at an unfamiliar speed and intensity, resulting in vomit,

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Three New Breweries in Two Weeks! (Plus Events & Socials)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

We’ve spent a lot of time being bummed about breweries closing at the end of the year, so I thought I’d highlight a few additions to the Chicagoland brewery universe right up here at the top. Three new brewery taprooms have opened in just the last couple of weeks: Now open in Batavia : Grainology Brewstillery ! They’re on the map. Now open in Woodstock : MobCraft Beer Woodstock!

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Dunkin’ Teams Up With Martha Stewart to Launch Espresso Martini Barware

VinePair

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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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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A Paloma Kicked Up With the Sweet Heat of Gochujang

PUNCH

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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Whiskey Review: Shelter Distilling Small Batch Blue Corn 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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During World War II, U.S. Sailors Drank Cocktails Made From Torpedo Fuel

VinePair

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 5 Most Popular Cocktails of November

PUNCH

An easy tequila drink, a Nuclear Daiquiri, a streamlined Mojito and the other best cocktail recipes to make right now.

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Whiskey Review: Shelter Distilling Single Barrel Blue Corn 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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This Week's Beer News - Black Friday and Beyond

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

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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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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The 7 Best Bourbons to Gift This Holiday (2023)

VinePair

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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Bring Back the Picon Punch

PUNCH

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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15 Reasons Why You Need a Restaurant Inventory System

Sculpture Hospitality

Running a restaurant is a complex and demanding business. Managing inventory efficiently is crucial to ensure the smooth functioning, and profitability, of your establishment.

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Elevate your Irish offering with Jameson Black Barrel

Australian Bartender

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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Mana for a Cause: Teremana Tequila Is Giving Back During the Holidays With Ezana ‘EZ’ Million

VinePair

Click the link here to find a participating location and be a part of Mana for a Cause! This time of year celebrates lingering conversations and belly laughs, cozying up by the fireplace with friends new and old, and the communal experience of sharing a meal. But the brightest spot of the holiday season is the opportunity to help those who need it most.

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Pornstar Martini (original by Douglas Ankrah)

Steve the Bartender

The Pornstar Martini is a modern classic and hugely popular in the UK. It was created by Douglas Ankrah at The Townhouse, London in 2003. The post Pornstar Martini (original by Douglas Ankrah) appeared first on Steve the Bartender.

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GSN Review: High Wire Distilling Southern Amaro

Good Spirits News

High Wire Distilling is producing a distinctive line of small batch spirits using specialized ingredients. With a main focus on local, unique ingredients, the distillery also features an apothecary area where experimental bench formulas can be created and tested in a small-scale format. Inspired by traditional Italian bitter liqueurs, Southern Amaro Liqueur is crafted from regionally grown and foraged ingredients such as Charleston black tea, yaupon holly, tangerine, and mint.

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Charlie Chaplin Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

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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These Custom Crush Collectives Are Fostering Diversity in the Wine Industry

VinePair

Cristina Gonzales of Gonzales Wine Company fell in love with wine while studying abroad in South America. Upon returning to Healdsburg, Calif., where her parents had settled, she sought out various jobs in the wine industry. Through these hands-on roles, and an eventual move to Oregon, she realized winemaking was her calling. But it wasn’t easy. “I started to see that my path to being a winemaker wasn’t going to be in the traditional way of working my way up the ladder,” she says.

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Pornstar Martini (by Brian Evans)

Steve the Bartender

Brian Evans' entry into the Pornstar Martini blind tasting hosted by Punch Drink took out the winning spot! By far the best Pornstar Martini cocktail recipe. The post Pornstar Martini (by Brian Evans) appeared first on Steve the Bartender.

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GSN Review: High Wire Distilling Jimmy Red Bottled-in-Bond Single Farm Edition

Good Spirits News

Ann Marshall and Scott Blackwell, proprietors of High Wire Distilling Co., are proud to announce the limited release of Jimmy Red Bourbon Whiskey Bottled in Bond, Single Farm Edition in celebration of their 10th Anniversary. For the first time in the distillery’s history, the brand-new expression features bourbon whiskey over four years of age made from 100% Jimmy Red corn grown by Campbell Coxe at Plumfield Farm in Darlington, SC.

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Douglas Fairbanks Classic Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

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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Bubble Gum-Flavored Broccoli: The McDonald’s Menu Item That Nearly Was

VinePair

This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. Over the years, American restaurant chains have claimed to fight the good fight by offering more nutritious dining options for its customers. But about a decade ago, McDonald’s went full Willy Wonka in its efforts to be more health-minded by (almost) giving one cruciferous vegetable a questionable makeover.

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Eggnog. Just Eggnog.

Cocktails with Suderman

For the past couple of years, we’ve made holiday eggnogs. First there was a Black Walnut Brandy Rum Manhattan eggnog. Then there was a Cynar Boulevardier eggnog. Both of these were built on the notion that you can take most stirred-and-boozy cocktails, especially those with aged spirits, and convert them into an eggnog. Both of those cocktail eggnogs had the benefit of being novel and interesting as well as delicious.

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GSN Review: Lustau East India Solera Sherry

Good Spirits News

The origins of Emilio Lustau S.A. date back to 1896, when Mr. José Ruiz-Berdejo, a secretary to the Court of Justice, started cultivating the vines of the family’s state, named Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza, in his spare time. In these humble beginnings he made wines which were then sold on to larger Sherry producers. This activity was known as being an almacenista or stockeeper.

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7 Specialty Citrus Tools You Need For Your Home Bar

Mix That Drink

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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The VinePair Podcast: Côtes du Rhône Wines and Comté Cheese — a Terroir Tandem

VinePair

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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In Praise of the Closed Bottle

Malt

Saving some for a rainy day. The post In Praise of the Closed Bottle first appeared on Malt.

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Whiskey Review: Filmland Spirits “Ryes of the Robots Extended Cut” Rye Whiskey

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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LEX CORWIN OF STONE ROAD CANNABIS: HIS SUCCESS FROM PASSION

Cocktail Whisperer

Tweet To say that I’m a fan of Lex Corwin’s success is a huge understatement. From the very moment that I met Lex out in Los Angeles, I knew that this was a man who is following his own dreams. And what vivid dreams they are. From Connecticut to La La, the land of dreams! And what a trajectory he has achieved. While others with formidable provenance have crashed and burned, Lex continues to open new markets and persevere in his chosen art.

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Loved at Home, Ignored Abroad: Why European Whiskey Drinkers Aren’t Buying the Bourbon Hype

VinePair

The ideal situation for any maker, in the words of the poet W.H. Auden, is to be considered “local, but prized elsewhere.” Auden might have been specifically comparing poets to makers of “some local cheese,” but that lofty aspiration also applies to drink makers, too. In the case of most whiskeys , his aphorism holds true: Japanese whisky is a local product that is beloved outside Japan.

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Only Fans Martini

Steve the Bartender

A riff on the Pornstar Martini by Kevin Beary. Vanilla-infused cachaca is used in place of the vanilla vodka base. The post Only Fans Martini appeared first on Steve the Bartender.

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Maker’s Mark and Maker’s Mark Cask Strength 23-02

Malt

A Maker's upgrade. The post Maker’s Mark and Maker’s Mark Cask Strength 23-02 first appeared on Malt.

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8 Exciting Cocktail Recipes for an Unforgettable Bachelor/Bachelorette Party

National Bartending School

A bachelor or bachelorette party is a milestone event, marking the transition from single life to married bliss. Make it unforgettable with these eight exciting cocktail recipes. Party Martini A vibrant and colorful twist on the classic martini, perfect for kicking off the celebration. Wild Mojito A fun, fruity version of the traditional mojito with […] The post 8 Exciting Cocktail Recipes for an Unforgettable Bachelor/Bachelorette Party appeared first on National Bartenders.

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The Ultimate Blanco Tequila Flavor Map [Infographic]

VinePair

Tequila’s popularity is on the rise and shows no sign of stopping. And with the increased recognition of this agave-based spirit, it’s more important than ever to understand its diverse characteristics. Whether it’s being sipped neat, on the rocks, or in a well-crafted cocktail, blanco tequila can offer complex flavor profiles that run the gamut from clean and vegetal to creamy and fruit-forward.

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