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The Time to Start Aging Your Eggnog Is Now

PUNCH

For the best eggnog, age the classic holiday cocktail for a more decadent version come December. Here's an easy recipe to try.

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Top 10 Whiskies to Make the Best Boulevardier

Chilled Magazine

As the weather gets cooler, our cocktails get warmer. The Boulevardier is just one of those beverages; the mix of bourbon whiskey, Campari, and vermouth does just the trick when temperatures are chilly to the bone. Whether you’re a Negroni aficionado or whiskey lover, we are giving you the low down on the top ten whiskeys that will slip seamlessly into the classic Boulevardier recipe.

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The Season of Spooky Sips

Imbibe Magazine

Around this time of year, when one catches that first whiff of pumpkin spice and the nights grow longer and colder, thoughts turn to Halloween party planning. And whether it’s for an intimate scary-movie night or a monster bash, terrifying tipples will play a starring role. But for those seeking spooky sips that aren’t the candy-inspired kind, peruse this list of cocktails with hauntingly Halloween-appropriate names and seasonal flavors.

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The GABF 2024 Roundup of Great Lakes Medal Winners

Guys Drinking Beer

Here's our roundup of GABF 2024 medal winners from the Great Lakes states and around the Midwest, plus some YOY participation analysis: The post The GABF 2024 Roundup of Great Lakes Medal Winners appeared first on Guys Drinking Beer.

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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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The Blue Negroni Cometh

PUNCH

The blue Negroni, a version of the aperitivo drink that's changed color, is trending at cocktail bars across the country. Here's why.

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Inside Manska’s Mind: The Impact of Tulip Glasses on the Perception of Spirits

Chilled Magazine

We go inside the mind of George F. Manska for an analytical look at Sensory Science for Bartenders. In this segment, George explains the impact of Tulip Glasses on the perception of spirits, an exploration of drinkers’ attitudes and experiences. Preface by George Manska, CR&D: We at Arsilica, Inc. have been dedicated to alcohol beverage sensory research since 2002, with our discovery that glass shape can control aroma profile display and dissipate pungent, anesthetic ethanol to improve aroma

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We Asked 9 Brewers: What’s the Most Underrated Cheap Beer? (2024)

VinePair

Rarely does someone’s love affair with beer begin with brews that are considered top-shelf. First beers are often old standbys that took up space in the family fridge and vacation cooler year after year. And sometimes, that affordable 6-pack is exactly what is needed for a backyard barbecue or tailgate. These cheaper beers don’t just carry a lighter price tag — they carry nostalgia and memories, and some of them are also just pretty damn good.

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This Gibson Goes All In on Pulque

PUNCH

The Gibson cocktail from Los Angeles bar Mírate takes inspiration from pulque curado for an ultra umami take on the onion-spiked Martini.

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Must Mix: The Montgomery Cocktail

Chilled Magazine

The Montgomery Cocktail is a dry Martini recipe made with gin. According to the folks at Cipriani Drinks , the Montgomery is a dry cocktail; it is neither sweet nor bitter, nor yet sour or salty. It is purely and exquisitely dry. This is the secret of a cocktail that has long been part of the history of Harry’s Bar, just like the man who invented it, Mr.

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This Week's Beer Events & Socials

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

After Wednesday’s two taproom closure announcements, here’s some happy news for your Friday afternoon: Keeping Together was finally able to source and receive a replacement brewhouse after losing a ton of money when their previous supplier closed up shop, leaving them (at the time) s**t outta luck. Even though they’re in New Mexico now, I (and many others) are surely super glad to see more forward progress for the brewery project originally launched in Chicago. averieswanson A

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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 Highest-Rated IPA in Every State (2024) [MAP]

VinePair

There’s no denying India Pale Ale’s popularity among American drinkers. Brewed in numerous substyles, the category has won over beer lovers with its hop-forward profile and tropical fruit flavors. And while the sheer number of bitter brews on the market right now might be an annoyance to some , the IPA isn’t likely to fall out of favor any time soon.

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Don’t Know Where to Start With Mezcal? Here Are 10 Producers to Know.

PUNCH

The 10 best mezcal brands to try if you’re new to the spirit, from Banhez to Rezpiral, who are trying to preserve regional traditions.

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Absolut x Kahlúa Ozspresso Martini

Chilled Magazine

Celebrate the magic of WICKED with the exclusive WICKED “Cocktails Straight from Oz” Cocktail Kit from Pernod Ricard! As the official spirits partner of WICKED, the limited-edition kit includes ingredients and recipes for cocktails including the Absolut Ozmopolitan, Absolut x Kahlúa Ozspresso Martini, Malibu Popular Pink Punch, Skrewball Thrillifying Nutty Elixir, as well as the Absolut Wickedly Dirty Martini inspired by Absolut partner and WICKED enthusiast, Evan Ross Katz.

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Two Taproom Closures Announced (Plus This Week's New Beer Labels)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Before we jump into the weekly label roundup, we have to acknowledge a couple of closure announcements that just hit the Chicagoland beer scene. Yesterday afternoon, longtime Evanston brewer Temperance announced that their taproom would be closing on October 27. Temperance established itself early by taking home a GABF Silver for their Gatecrasher IPA in 2014, which went on to earn Gold in 2016.

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We Asked 9 Wine Pros: What’s the Most Overrated White Wine?

VinePair

White wines tend to evoke feelings of refreshment and relaxation. Sure, popular white wine varieties like Pinot Grigio , Sauvignon Blanc , and Chardonnay tend to be zippy and light, which makes them ideal for balancing the saline-kissed sweetness of fresh seafood. But a healthy chunk of white wine’s magic is its vibe. Despite the rich, complex characteristics white wines express in aroma and on the palate, they’re often not perceived as austere or serious as red wines.

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Bring Back the Fancy Free

PUNCH

The Fancy Free, a variation on the Old Fashioned Cocktail made with bourbon whiskey and maraschino liqueur, is making a comeback.

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Countdown To Halloween With These 14 Spooky Sips

Chilled Magazine

These cocktails are no tricks and all treats. With Halloween 2 weeks away, what better way to get in the spirit than with some spooky cocktails? Check out the roundup of potions below! Liqueur , Red Wine , Vodka Banfi Rosa Regale Vampire’s Delight Ingredients 1 oz. White Crème de Cacao 1 oz. Chocolate Vodka 2 oz. Rosa Regale Red Preparation Shake over ice, strain into a glass rimmed with chocolate sauce and dipped in cacao nibs.

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This Week's Beer News: It's GABF Roundup Time

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

If you’re looking to reinforce a belief that GABF is highly skewed towards West Coast breweries, well, this year’s medal winners give you a lot of ammo. By my count, California took home 71 medals, Colorado brewers earned 41 and Oregon brewers brought home 38. That’s not even including the Brewery of the Year awards, three of which went to Oregon breweries - plus an Oregon producer won the first “best cidermaker” award as well.

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How the spirits industry is adapting to a challenging market

Just Drinks

Just Drinks attended Arena's Spirits Strategies and Innovation Conference to explore how the industry is navigating a tough market.

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Should We Be Putting Campari in Our Amaretto Sours?

PUNCH

For the best Amaretto Sour cocktail recipe, add Campari. The easy upgrade is favored among top bartenders at NYC bars.

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A Look into the Origins of French Liqueurs in Celebration of National Liqueur Day with Heavenly Spirits

Chilled Magazine

Happy National Liqueur Day! We are celebrating with an Introduction to the Origins of French Liqueurs and some notable “Heavenly” Brands Noces Royales, Arvani, Jules Theuriet, and Jahiot. French liqueurs have a rich and complex history that reflect the nation’s cultural heritage and artisanal skills. These liqueurs, often crafted from fruits, herbs, and spices, have evolved from medicinal concoctions to celebrated beverages enjoyed around the world.

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These Are the Winning Beers from the 2024 Great American Beer Festival

VinePair

On Saturday, the Brewers Association (BA) announced the winners of the 2024 Great American Beer Festival. The annual event, held this year in Denver from October 10 to 12, celebrates small breweries across the U.S. as the country’s largest professional beer competition. Approximately 9,200 beers and ciders were submitted from across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.

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Review: Michter’s US-1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon 2024

Drinkhacker

While they occasionally tweak the release calendar for some specialty, age-stated expressions , Michter’s limited release Toasted Barrel Finish line hasn’t skipped a beat in recent years, delivering a toasted edition of either rye , bourbon , or sour mash whiskey at a steady three-year interval. For 2024, we’re getting another US-1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon.

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This Salty, Lean Amaretto Makes the Godfather Modern

PUNCH

For the best Godfather cocktail recipe, turn to Amaretto Adriatico, a new, salty take on the Italian liqueur that can also be enjoyed neat.

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US distiller MGP Ingredients issues profit warning

Just Drinks

MGP Ingredients, the US distiller home to El Mayor Tequila and Penelope Bourbon, has cut its forecasts for sales and underlying earnings.

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The 20 Best Proseccos to Drink in 2024

VinePair

Prosecco is a big part of our American wine drinking culture these days. It’s been here for quite some time, but only in the last decade or so have we come to embrace this northern Italian bubbly. Whether it’s casual bottles from the larger Prosecco DOC or more focused offerings from the smaller Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), we’re enjoying this wine for brunch, lunch, dinner, or just ‘cause.

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Diageo plans Talisker distillery demolition and rebuild

Drinks International

Diageo has proposed a redevelopment of the Talisker distillery, which will see the previous facilities demolished if plans are approved.

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Review: Highland Park Cask Strength Release No. 5

Drinkhacker

What initially felt like a one-off is now onto its fifth annual release: Highland Park , no age statement, at Cask Strength. HP has always been a little cagey about what goes into this undiluted bottling, but that’s in part because there’s so much going on. It also changes a little each year. For Release No. 5, the distillery says it “has been matured predominantly in first-fill, sherry-seasoned European oak casks – including Pedro Ximénez casks – plus refill casks, ex-bourbon

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Belgium’s Brouwerij Martens snaps up United Dutch Breweries

Just Drinks

Belgian family-owned Brouwerij Martens has acquired United Dutch Breweries (UDB) from private-equity firm Gimv.

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Rosado or Red? Spanish Garnacha Country Considers a Marketing Makeover

VinePair

The fate of Navarra , a bucolic Spanish countryside expanse nestled between the far more famous regions — wine and otherwise — of Rioja , Basque Country , and Catalonia farther to the east, is at a crossroads. With broader recognition for the region still frustratingly elusive, a rebranding is on the table. Within the context of its lauded neighbors, Navarra is largely anonymous internationally.

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(LIVE) ThinkPad Sessions 1 & 2 | Spiritz Conclave & Achievers' Awards 2024

Spiritz

Session 1: Decoding India’s Affluent Consumer Class Moderator: Anchal Kaushal, Vice President, Customer Marketing Diageo India Panelist: Aparna Batra, Business Transformation Leader Luxury Retail, Fashion and F&B Project Prarrthona Pal Chowdhury, Director - Regulatory Affairs Moët Hennessy India (Wines and Spirits Division of LVMH) Rohini Menzes, Portfolio Manager - House of Suntory Suntory Global Spirits Amulya Pandit, Senior Consultant Euromonitor International Arjun Batra, Alco

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Review: Rums of Sugarfield Spirits, 2024 Releases

Drinkhacker

Sugarfield Spirits makes its home in Gonzalez, Louisiana and is the official vodka of Louisiana State University Athletics. However, rum is the true calling of this southern distillery. Louisiana is the top sugarcane producing state in America as it produces more than 2 million tons of raw sugar per year. As the American whiskey industry has taken a recent interest in heirloom grains, Sugarfield Spirits takes an interest in specific heirloom varieties of sugarcane for distillation.

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Pernod Ricard to sell multiple Nordic brands to Royal Unibrew’s Hartwall

Just Drinks

Pernod Ricard has agreed to offload a clutch of its Nordic brands to Royal Unibrew-owned Hartwall, including Finnish Minttu liqueur.

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Next Wave Awards Spirits Brand of the Year: Tequila Ocho

VinePair

This feature is part of our 2024 Next Wave Awards. Tequila Ocho doesn’t have a celebrity tie-in. It doesn’t bottle its juice in ornate, art-festooned bottles destined for a second life as a vase. Its name doesn’t pay tribute to some ancient legend or vague element of Mexican culture. Instead, it references the distilled batch sample that co-founders and agave legends Carlos Camarena and Tomas Estes decided to bottle after painstaking experimentation.

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ICF organises a culinary competition

Spiritz

The Indian Culinary Forum (ICF) organised a vibrant culinary competition as part of the 21st Annual Chef Awards, in celebration of International Chefs’ Day. Over 150 Chefs participated in the four-day event. Competition was held in11 categories, which highlighted the Chefs' creativity and expertise. The event began at the Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute, featuring competitions in Master Chef International Cuisine, Butcher, and Kebab on the first day.

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