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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Rye That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

VinePair

Before bourbon, rye whiskey was America’s first native spirit. Prohibition permanently disrupted rye production, and many of the distilleries that produced it never reopened. But with the rediscovery of classic, rye-based drinks during the early-aughts cocktail renaissance, bartenders fell back in love with the bold, spicy style of whiskey — and with that, rye’s comeback began.

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The Boulevardier Will Take You There

PUNCH

Here are 9 of the best Boulevardier cocktail recipes, from a perfected classic to modern riffs with "Campari gum" and more.

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Cocktails Fit for a Holiday Feast

Imbibe Magazine

In the November/December 2024 issue , contributing editor Wayne Curtis laments the lack of an official cocktail for Thanksgiving (though he does nominate the Flannel Shirt ). Although the holiday brings together friends and family and boasts arguably the most dishes of any holiday, it doesn’t offer a specific drink to complement the feast, so we pulled together cocktails that feature digestifs as well as seasonal ingredients and cozy flavors perfect for pre-, mid-, and after-dinner enjoyme

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Why Attend this year’s CiderFeast NYC?

Chilled Magazine

Created in 2011 at Jimmy’s No. 43, a now-closed restaurant owned by Jimmy Carbone that featured mostly hard cider, CiderFeast NYC was inspired by Carbone’s interactions with cideries and distributors, which led to his vision of an event showcasing cider’s unique qualities. “In conversations with cideries and distributors about how to bring hard cider back into the mainstream while highlighting the influences of terroir and technique, an event where people could sample different ciders from

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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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Here Comes the Sun (Catcher): This Week's Beer Events & Socials

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Finally, some good news: Suncatcher Brewing is now open! They threw open their doors for the first time yesterday , and ABV Chicago was there to check it out if you want to get a look inside. Their opening lineup looks delicious. suncatcherbrewing A post shared by @suncatcherbrewing Per this Block Club story published today, they’re serving straight from the tanks and are focused on low ABV beers made with Midwestern ingredients.

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The Cocktail Syrups You Actually Need This Season

PUNCH

What are the best easy-to-make cocktail syrups for better holiday cocktails? Here are 5 simple DIY recipes to upgrade your next round.

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What We Learned at SommCon This Year

Chilled Magazine

SommCon 2024 was held from October 5 to October 7 in San Diego, CA. This three-day conference brought together wine and spirits professionals from across the industry. This year’s event featured a blend of educational sessions, tastings, and networking opportunities designed to elevate industry knowledge and foster collaboration. Attendees had the chance to engage with leading experts, participate in competitions, and explore the latest industry trends.

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This Week's New Beer Labels: Adding Pie, Changing Paradigms

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

All it took was a single three-letter word added to a beer label to make me reconsider extending the season for a particular beer style. That’s a lot of work for a single label, but that’s why it’s … The New Illinois Beer Label of the Week: I think most of us relate pumpkin beers almost entirely to October, but I also think MORE Brewing has come up with a very clever way to push the Overton Window of pumpkin season into November holiday drinking simply by adding “Pi

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Sake and Wine, Together at Last

PUNCH

Sake and wine are together at last at the Los Angeles restaurant Camélia, a showcase for the drinks and a more inclusive beverage landscape.

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8 to Try: Giftable Liqueurs

Imbibe Magazine

For the aspiring home bartender or all-around bon vivant, a bottle of liqueur is truly an inspired gift, sparking experimentation and adding aesthetic flair to the back bar. Because we couldn’t pick just five, here are eight of our faves. St. George Spirits NOLA Coffee Liqueur From Bay Area distillery St. George Spirits , this unique coffee liqueur evokes the nostalgic flavor of New Orleans.

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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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Back in Black

Chilled Magazine

Located near San Francisco’s prestigious Union Square, Pacific Cocktail Haven (P.C.H.) is a lively bar that has quickly grown into one of America’s most acclaimed cocktail destinations. Featuring cocktails that are inspired by Asian-Pacific ingredients, P.C.H. is known for its creative, balanced cocktails, and the “Back in Black” is no exception where black sesame brings this cocktail to life.

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The 50 Best Wines of 2024

VinePair

Check out the best wines from previous years here ! As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking the opportunity to reflect on the standout wines we’ve tasted this year at VinePair HQ. This list features bottles that range from traditional producers representing their regions to new, up-and-coming winemakers pushing the boundaries with lesser-known grapes and techniques.

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Stick Your Sazerac in the Freezer

PUNCH

The freezer Sazerac is one of the best cocktails to batch ahead of time for holiday entertaining. Here's how to try it at home.

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When Cloud Nine Descended at Gurugram

Spiritz

Most days in a year rise and set just like any other. However, a day like 18th October comes but once a year, and it leaves behind lasting impressions, countless fond memories, and a wealth of knowledge to carry forward. It was a day when the 11th edition of the Spiritz Conclave and Achievers’ Awards 2024 at the Olympus, Le Meridien Gurgaon was one even that blossomed into an unforgettable occasion.

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Sip Into Fall With These 2 Cocktails from Alabama’s Tre Luna Bar & Kitchen

Chilled Magazine

As the weather gets colder and gatherings with loved ones fill the calendar, there’s no better way to celebrate than with fall-inspired cocktails. Although both cooler beverages, Tre Luna’s new cocktails radiate the crisp fall air and autumnal spice in every sip! Check out the full recipes below. Whiskey Frozen Apple Cider by Jonathan Brasher, FOH Manager at Tre Luna Kitchen & Bar Ingredients 8 oz.

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The 15 Best Red Wines Under $25

VinePair

With a seemingly endless number of producers making dozens of varieties, finding a quality bottle of red wine for an affordable price can often feel like looking for the needle in a haystack. And with Napa Valley, Bordeaux , and Burgundy virtually dominating the conversation, determining which bottles outside those regions are worth your while can be a challenge.

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The Only Wine You Need This Holiday Season

PUNCH

The only wine you need this holiday season is a magnum of Beaujolais. Here's where to buy it.

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Selecting the Best in Alcobev, Hospitality & Travel Retail

Spiritz

The jury had a daunting yet exciting job to determine the winners for the Achievers’ Awards. The categories they were tasked with adjudicating ranged from individual excellence to corporate leadership, product debuts, and standout performances in the hospitality, travel retail and alcoholic beverage industries. Judging in each category demanded a deep understanding of industry trends, consumer preferences, and operational excellence.

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Toast to National Espresso Day with a Mash & Mallow Whiskey S’mores Cocktail!

Chilled Magazine

National Espresso Day is coming up on November 27, and there’s no better way to celebrate than sipping on a caffeinated cocktail made with Mash & Mallow s’mores flavored whiskey ! Mash & Mallow ($32.99) is a delicious combination of rich whiskey with chocolate, toasted marshmallow and graham cracker. It’s available for purchase online HERE or find it at a store near you HERE.

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A Guide to Gifting the Best Cocktail Books to Everyone on Your Nice List

VinePair

A cocktail book is the smartest holiday gift. That’s because you can find a book to complement the niche personality of practically anyone on your shopping list without breaking the bank. A book is light enough to squeeze in your suitcase if you’re traveling this season. It’s easy to wrap. And, most importantly, books never go out of style — not to mention your friends, family or colleagues will think of you whenever they pull it off the shelf.

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The Best Bottles to Gift This Holiday Season

PUNCH

A terroir-driven Scotch, an under-the-radar rye, Iran's "forbidden spirit" and more.

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Deciphering the Evolving Luxury Space

Spiritz

The topic for the ThinkPad Session I titled ‘Decoding India’s Affluent Consumer Class’ is not only very relevant but gaining increasing importance for India’s fast evolving alcoholic beverages industry. The growing recognition of India as a market for luxury alcobev brands, reducing age of consumers associated with luxury brands’ consumption, the role of women in fostering the consumption of luxury, the emergence of tier-II and tier-III cities as destinations for lu

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Spain’s wine industry counts costs after storm deluge

Just Drinks

Spain’s government has issued aid packages as the country’s agri sector, including its wine industry, picks through the damage from the deluge.

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Far Niente Wine Estates Reveals the New Bella Union Winery

VinePair

Located in the heart of Napa Valley’s iconic Rutherford region, Bella Union Winery is redefining luxury with a modern, approachable twist. This brand-new destination along Highway 29 combines high-quality winemaking with a vibrant atmosphere, offering experiences designed to captivate both seasoned enthusiasts and those new to the world of wine. The new tasting room and experiences are designed to attract the next generation of wine consumers who are looking for less pretense, more diversity, an

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BARTENDER® Magazine Fall/Winter 2024 issue

Bartender.com

BARTENDER ® 2024 Fall/Winter issue BARTENDER® 2024 Fall/Winter Edition features: Marriott International’s “Master of the Craft”, A Glass Act, Featured Bar Thunderbolt, Tequila Volteo, Maison Billecart-Salmon Champagne, Cocktail Camera featuring Jordan Hughes, Staying Healthy on the Road, Sippin’ Santa, Signature Cocktails and more!

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Pernod Ricard India becomes the largest Indian spirit maker

Spiritz

According to a regulatory filing, Pernod Ricard India has achieved the distinction of becoming the largest Indian spirit maker in India in terms of revenue, with a consolidated sales revenue of Rs 26,773.22 crore in FY24. Its rival Diagio-owned United Spirits has secured the second rank in this parameter. United Spirits Ltd (USL) garnered Rs 26,018 crore in revenue from operations for the fiscal ended 31st March 2024.

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Review: Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series: Ice Wine

Drinkhacker

Ever taste a whiskey or a wine at an event, a bar, or a tasting room and think “God that’s amazing!” only to buy a bottle and get home with it, then pour yourself a glass at last and think… “meh.” This is not that whiskey. I encountered Barrell’s Cask Finish Series: Ice Wine at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival and immediately fell in love with it.

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Stop Asking Bartenders to Make Your Drinks ‘Strong’

VinePair

While we love our low-ABV spritzes , and light lagers , occasionally the mood strikes for something with a bit more oomph. When this craving hits out at a bar, it might be tempting to ask the bartender for an “extra strong” drink. But according to industry pros, that might not be the best approach. Cheyenne Paydar, bartender at Monkey Thief , a new cocktail bar in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, recalls that at many spots he’s worked at, customers would often come in asking for ex

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San Diego Pop-Up Christmas Bar Xmas Returns To Gaslamp Quarter Nightlife

PubClub

A sexy Santa bartender pours a cockail as San Diego’s Xmas Christmas bar. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.con San Diego Nightlife Blogger The holidays are here and for the second year in a row a pop-up Christmas bar is open in the Gaslamp Quarter. Xmas bar, on the corner of G Street and Fourth Ave., is bringing some Jingle Bells rock to rock the San Diego nightlife.

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IGL and Amrut announce a strategic partnership

Spiritz

India Glycols Limited (IGL) and Amrut Distilleries have announced a strategic partnership to promote some of the leading brands of Amrut in north India. Under this partnership, IGL has entered into a brand licensing agreement with Amrut; the maker of internationally acclaimed Indian single malt whiskies, gin as well as rum. Through this partnership IGL forays into the premium alcoholic beverages market in India.

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Whiskey Review: Jack Daniels Distillery Series Selection #10

The Whiskey Wash

The Importance of Distillery Exclusives If you want to know more about the mindfulness of a distillery, look for the distillery exclusives. Everything that goes to market for the broader consumer, assuming national or semi-national distribution, is curated and controlled to represent a very specific image of the distillery. If you’re a small upstart distillery you want to create a name for yourself by bringing to market only the best of what you can offer.

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We Asked 9 Brewers: What’s the Most Overrated Beer Trend?

VinePair

It’s no secret that the beer industry is going through a rough patch. Still, the scene is far from flat, and it’s chock full of new and emerging trends that serve as reminders that brewing and drinking a well-made beer will never truly go out of style — even if sales aren’t as robust as they were in their heyday. By the time the pendulum swings the other way and the industry busts its current slump, the best beer trends may be permanent fixtures.

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Review: The Dalmore Cask Curation Series II, Port Edition – 27, 30, and 43 Years Old

Drinkhacker

The second of The Dalmore ’s Cask Curation Series is upon us, and featuring 27, 30, and 43 year-old Highland single malts, it’s one of the distillery’s most exclusive releases. Only 150 three-bottle sets will be released globally, with just 26 hitting the United States at an SRP of $44,450. This particular series is dubbed The Port Edition and focuses on the longstanding partnership between The Dalmore and Symington Family Estates.

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Oaksmith Style Studio attempts to redefine men’s styling

Spiritz

Oaksmith packaged drinking water has unveiled an innovative platform – Oaksmith Style Studio, in collaboration with Vijay Varma, reflecting his distinct sense of style. Conceptualised by BBH, the platform is dedicated to elevating the style quotient and helping Indian men peg it higher in life. The platform embodies the brand’s values of quality and sophistication and seamlessly integrates into the world of men's styling.

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Keeping Our Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shops Family-Friendly

Dry Atlas

By Kristin Patrick, Co-Founder of Orangily Retail & Distribution What’s one thing brunch spots and ice cream shops have in common? Kids. Lots of them. Especially when they’re in a suburb consistently ranked as one of the most desirable for families in the US by CNBC, Livability.com, and Travel & Leisure. So how do you handle kids when you own two non-alcoholic bottle shops, one next to a very popular brunch spot and one next to a very popular ice cream shop in Carmel, Indiana?

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