PUNCH

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A luxury Martini now costs more than $40 at top cocktail bars. Are bars cashing in on our love for the drink, or is there more to the trend?

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

When Kavé Pourzanjani and Ray Sakover were both working at the Manhattan bar The Polynesian, pre-pandemic, they began talking about opening their own tropical bar. But they wanted to avoid the usual South Seas cliches and imagery that have made tiki a controversial topic in recent years. They needed a new theme. Their counterintuitive alternative? Demonology, the occult, and “otherized gods from other cultures.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 1, 2024

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. As hints of spring emerge and winter begins to fade, it’s time to embrace change and offer a new and enticing menu. The changing of seasons brings a burst of inspiration, especially when revamping a cocktail list.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Today, we’re bringing you an exclusive first look at this year’s Craft Beer Week pint glass, courtesy of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild. We understand that a lot of y’all have begun collecting each year’s respective glass, so without further ado, behold this year’s theme: “Adventure Crafted in Illinois.” The ICBG is working with their Associate Member partners at Boelter Beverage for Illinois Craft Beer Week’s “Pint Day 2024 ” Each ic

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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

PUNCH

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Behind Bars is a design firm shaping some of the world's best bars, rethinking the bartender workstation and the guest experience altogether.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 1, 2024

Of the many bottles atop my home bar, gin holds the majority seat. But that’s not to say the spirit is necessarily my favorite. Rather, I’m fascinated by the sheer variety found within the world of gin and its ability to reflect geographical flora and flavors, as well as unique distillation or aging practices. Enter The Botanist Islay Cask Rested Gin.

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BarLifeUK

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Brew//LDN: 25th – 27th April 2024, Southbank, London SE1 Despite having an edgy, modern name that was obviously created by a branding agency to say ‘this isn’t the Great British Beer Festival, no socks and sandals here’, Brew//LDN sounds like quite a good craic. The festival has been around for a while, but this year the organisers have added some dedicated trade sessions, which is nice, and these sessions are free, which is even nicer.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The best Manhattan cocktail recipes to make right now, from a highball version of the whiskey drink to riffs made with amaro and Chartreuse.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Intrigued by the growing presence of Slovenian wine on store shelves and wine lists, we dove into the category in our March/April 2024 issue. Daniel Lukin-Beck, general manager of Vinum Imports , which has specialized in wines from the country for more than 20 years, offered an introduction in our “5 to Try” column. But we encountered many fans of Slovenia’s fresh and diverse wines, such as Lou Amdur, owner of LA’s Lou Wine Shop (purveyor of “natural and unusual wines”), who we tapped to recomme

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Deep in the heart of West Hollywood, one of America’s most vibrant and exciting cities, lies Conca Del Sogno, an exclusive limited edition pop-up dining experience hosted by Norah Restaurant. Conca Del Sogno, the elite beach club hailing from the world-renowned Amalfi Coast in Nerano, Italy, delivers its authentic Italian cuisine straight from the Mediterranean Sea.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

It’s safe to say that the craft beer boom has now reached nearly every corner of the globe. But with experimental and innovative releases coming from countless producers every year, determining which cities are worth a beer-inspired visit is no small feat — especially if you’ve already ticked off well-known suds hubs like Brussels and Munich or San Diego and Asheville.

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PUNCH

MARCH 1, 2024

Barraquito is a Canary Islands’ cocktail made with coffee, milk and Licor 43 that has become a staple of sombremasa as a post-meal drink.

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Drinks International

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Total US spirits exports hit a record high in 2023 boosted by the EU’s suspension of tariffs on American whiskey, according to a new report by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS).

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

On National Margarita Day, media and influencers attended a pairing dinner with Codigo 1530 Tequila and Tequila Avion at STK Los Angeles hosted by Entertaining Expert Paul Zahn. Zahn hosted a brief master class on both Codigo Tequila and Tequila Avion and lead a tasting prior to sitting for dinner. Guests sipped Cadillac Margaritas with Codigo 1530 Reposado Tequila and Skinny Margaritas with Codigo 1530 Rosa Tequila paired with some of STK’s signature dishes including tomahawk steak and ja

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

With over 8.1 billion gallons of alcohol consumed in the U.S. every year, it’s safe to say that Americans love to drink. And while U.S. drinkers may consume more beer and wine than spirits on a yearly basis, Americans still drank a whopping 680.5 million gallons of spirits in 2023, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) — likely driven by the ongoing bourbon boom and tequila’s rapid rise.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Country Life, a Manhattan cocktail recipe made with bourbon and rum, makes a comeback at Hudson, New York bar Wm. Farmer & Sons.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

With many people drinking less overall, and generally drinking less wine than they used to, bars and restaurants need to pay close attention to their by-the-glass selection. What makes a wine a good contender to offer by the glass? We asked several on-premise wine professionals to share their current favorites. Patrick Panella, beverage director, Malagón in Charleston, SC Patrick Panella WINE: Clos Sainte Magdeleine, Côtes de Provence rosé ($14 to $16 a glass, depending on pour size, vintage, in

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Ole Smoky Distilleries continued reign as the most visited distillery in the world for 2023. According to on-premise traffic counters, the four Ole Smoky Tennessee distillery destinations welcomed more than FIVE million visitors last year, topping all their largest competitors by significant industry margins. Ole Smoky’s The Holler in Gatlinburg welcomed 2.2 million visitors, The Barrelhouse in Gatlinburg welcomed 1.1 million visitors, Pigeon Forge’s distillery, The Barn, welcomed 1.3 million vi

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Despite the groundhog’s prediction this year, we seem to be dealing with a few more weeks of winter. And when there is a chill in the air or snow on the ground, we find ourselves reaching for a nice beverage to warm up with. While some may reach for a Hot Toddy , Buttered Rum , or some spiked hot cocoa, there are also many beers that are the perfect complement to winter weather.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

This nonalcoholic take on Spaghett, or Aperol and beer, is the best weeknight drink. Here's how to make it with Stappi soda and an N/A lager.

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Just Drinks

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Breal Group, the UK private-equity firm that has snapped up a number of local brewers in recent months, is to change its name to Keystone Brewing Group.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This March, Monin Americas celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its influential CIO, Todd Cummings. Bringing together technology and business, Todd has guided Monin Americas through the ongoing digital evolution towards an international score of success. Monin—the premier provider of flavoring products to elevate specialty beverages and culinary solutions—has manufacturing facilities on three continents and product availability in more than 150 countries.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Spend enough time enjoying, collecting, or working with wine, and you’ve come across them. At first glance, they make perfect sense. They’re an impact statement; an impressively cocksure declaration in brawny, glossy glass. The message? “I’m important. I’m serious. I’m powerful. You should pay more for me.” Thick, heavy glass bottles certainly had their moment in the sun.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Experts share the best vodka brands for the Martini, at every price point, from Luksusowa to Belvedere and more.

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Spiritz

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The FMCG arm and wholly-owned subsidiary of Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL), Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has inked a deal with Sri Lanka-headquartered Elephant House to manufacture, market, distribute and sell beverages under the Elephant House brand across India. Sri Lanka’s largest listed conglomerate, Elephant House is owned by Ceylon Cold Stores PLC is a subsidiary of John Keells Holdings PLC.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Sun Whiskey Union is back for another year, and guests are invited to experience a night filled with top-notch whiskey, delicious bites and exhilarating live music. Saturday, April 13th, 8:00pm – 11:00pm in the Earth Ballroom Savor the rich tapestry of flavors at the exclusive Sun Whiskey Union at Mohegan Sun! From smoky and peaty to smooth and complex, each whiskey tells a unique story.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

When life hands you lemons, make lemonade. But what do you do when life sends you plums? If you’re at Rose Mary , “Top Chef” winner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant in Chicago’s West Loop, the answer is obvious: roast them, infuse them in vodka, add a pinch of sugar to play on their inherent sweetness, age that mixture for most of a year, and then offer the resulting spirit in the form of a chilled shot as your after-meal take on slivovitz, the clear, plum-based distillate beloved across Central and

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

I was scared. Hesitant and even reluctant. But sometimes, you have to conquer your fears, so I accepted an invitation to attend a cocktail tasting featuring my most intimidating alcohol: gin. We all have a story about one type of spirit which makes us shake at the mere thought of it. It traces to a bad experience in our very early drinking days with that particular spirit.

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Spiritz

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Mahesh Kanchan has assumed the role of Director of Marketing at Bacardi India and its neighbouring countries. Prior to joining Bacardi India, he served as the CEO and Wholetime Director at Del Monte Foods India. With a wealth of experience in sales and marketing, Mahesh began his career by overseeing the iconic McDowell’s whisky brand and subsequently spent a decade in various sales and marketing leadership positions at Hindustan Unilever Ltd.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Juggernaut Wines, from the Bogle Family Wine Collection, has introduced its Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. The inaugural 2023 vintage of the Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is available now on Juggernaut’s website and at retail stores nationwide with a suggested retail price of $16 per 750-ml. bottle. This release marks Juggernaut’s first internationally grown and imported wine and the second white wine in the portfolio.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If you’ve ever wandered into an old-school pub, you may have encountered sawdust strewn haphazardly across the joint’s wooden floors. Some might see it as a cool detail, and others as an old-timey gimmick or puzzling eyesore. But what looks like the aftermath of a mid-shift carpentry project is, in fact, an old tradition born out of necessity and kept alive for nostalgia’s sake.

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PubClub

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

This sign says it all about Smackfest in Hermosa Beach, CA. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger California, like many states around the USA, are turning to pubclubbers to save the economy. Legislation is in the works to create “entertainment zones” and allow to-go alcohol sales at bars and restaurants. Already in the Golden State, such a law exists in San Francisco for special events, and with Senate Bill 969 it could expand to all days across the sta

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Spiritz

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Diageo announces the appointment of Julie Brown as a Non-Executive Director, effective 5 August 2024. On appointment, Julie will succeed Alan Stewart as Chair of the Audit Committee, who will retire from the Board immediately prior to Diageo’s AGM in September 2024. Julie has been Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director of GSK plc since 1 May 2023, prior to which she served as Chief Operating and Financial Officer and Executive Director, Burberry Group plc between 2017 and 2023.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Old Elk recently (that is, at the end of 2023) released a pair of its big blends, both incredibly complex whiskeys that draw from a range of mashbills and finishing styles, all whipped up into a frenzy. We’ve got them both covered here — including the Cigar Cut and Infinity Blend, both in their 2023 editions. Here we go. Old Elk Cigar Cut Island Blend 2023 – This is the second annual release of Old Elk Cigar Cut, crafted entirely by Old Elk’s Production Manager, Melinda M

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If you like big, dense red wines, Syrahs from the West Coast should be on your radar. In contrast to the East Coast Syrahs I covered in my last column , the West Coast wines — many of them from California’s Santa Barbara County and Washington State — tend to be quite a bit higher in alcohol and more tannic, making them natural pairings for grilled and roasted red meats, pork, and other hearty foods.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Have you noticed that the prices on the bottles of American whiskey that you love continue to tick up, up, up? It’s hard to miss it. How much longer can that go on ? For answers, in this episode, we speak with Maggie Kimberl, Content Editor, American Whiskey Magazine. Maggie also discusses several other top whiskey trends in 2024. Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.

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