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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What Rye Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?

VinePair

It’s no secret — bartenders love rye whiskey. And we’re not just talking about rye shots, picklebacks , and laybacks, either. Its mix of spicy, chocolaty, and herbal aromas and flavors along with its natural punchiness makes rye a uniquely stiff backbone able to support all kinds of cocktail ingredients. From tried-and-true classic tipples like the Sazerac and the Vieux Carré , to modern favorites, it’s clear that rye cocktails just work.

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This Week's Pre-Holiday Closure & Acquisition Announcements (Plus New Labels):

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Because we aren’t going to be sending a socials/events email on Friday (have a happy Thanksgiving!), I want to quickly touch on a few news items that have popped up in the past could of days. They’re pretty much all Midwestern beer-related closures …plus a big sale. Detroit’s 8 Degrees Plato beer bar and bottle shop announced they’d be closing in a couple of weeks.

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Find the Whiskey “Unicorn” That’s Right for You

PUNCH

Rare whiskey "unicorns" can come in many breeds. Here, a guide to each, from tater bait like Blanton’s to household names like Van Winkle.

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Drink of the Week: Lemorton Reserve

Imbibe Magazine

In a season of hours-long feasts, Calvados is one of my favorite ways to end a meal. (Others include amaro and staying at the table so long that you start to feel hungry again.) Lemorton Reserve, an aged Calvados from the Mantilly region of Normandy, France , is an especially crowd-pleasing option. Distilled from apples and pears, it bridges autumnal and wintry flavors, and makes an excellent dessert pairing or substitute.

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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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Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Boozy Milkshake

Chilled Magazine

November is National Banana Pudding Lovers Month, a time to celebrate the creamy, dreamy dessert that has won hearts for generations. Its only right that we wrap up the month with a delicious, banana-inspired recipe! Treat yourself to Ole Smoky Banana Pudding Cream Moonshine: a smooth sipper that makes life, and the holidays, even sweeter. Moonshine Banana Pudding Boozy Milkshake Ingredients 2 oz.

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This Week's Beer News: FoBAB Weekend Recovery Edition

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Anyone else still have a headache? If you do, you probably had as much fun at this year’s FoBAB as I did … well, plus the trips to Monochrome, is/was, Demo, Other Half, Electric Funeral and others I also squeezed. It’s hard work being a beer writer, especially when all this research has to be packed into one busy weekend. I will put my thoughts on this year’s FoBAB into a separate post soon, but suffice to say that there were a lot of really, really good barrel-aged bever

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Our Favorite Boozy Comfort Foods

Imbibe Magazine

To take the edge off these long, cold winter days we’re turning to some of our favorite comfort foods. From wine-braised meats to beer-battered fish and chips, here’s a collection of some of our go-to boozy comfort foods. Alubia Blancas with White Wine Clams and Spanish Chorizo A flavorful seafood dish that’s easy enough to throw together for a tasty weeknight dinner.

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10 Batched Cocktails to Mix Up This Thanksgiving

Chilled Magazine

Batched cocktails are a great host’s secret weapon. This Thanksgiving, mix up any of the cocktails below and keep your guests happy all evening long! Hard Cider , Rum Diplomatico Cider & Spice by @diplomaticorum Ingredients 12 oz. Diplomatico Mantuano 4 oz. Velvet Falernum 40 oz. Cloudy Apple Cider 1 oz. Aromatic Bitters Preparation Combine ingredients in a large pitcher or container.

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Kerala to open super premium liquor outlets

Spiritz

The Kerala State Beverages Corporation (BEVCO) is set to open super premium liquor outlets in four key locations—Thrissur, Kozhikode, Ernakulam, and Kumarakom. With this move, the corporation aims to cater to the high-end market. Premium outlets will offer a wide range of alcoholic beverages, including IMFL, imported liquor, beer, and wine. As part of its expansion strategy, the corporation plans to roll out similar outlets in more places in the next phase.

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Our Favorite Easy Stirred Rum Cocktails

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12 easy stirred rum cocktail recipes, from Negroni and Old-Fashioned riffs to digestifs to a New Orleans modern classic and more.

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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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At the Holiday Table, Georgian Wines Pair With Pretty Much Everything

Imbibe Magazine

Anyone who’s visited the country of Georgia and attended the traditional dinner, called a supra , understands that no one eats like Georgians do. “Lots of food, people, sharing, merriment, toasts—that’s the classic Georgian table. They feast,” says Christy Canterbury, the U.S. ambassador for Wines of Georgia. “Every time you sit down, it’s like the holidays.

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Reposado Negroni with El Luchador Tequila

Chilled Magazine

Looking for the perfect drink to elevate your evening? Get ready to sip, savor, and celebrate with this dynamic twist on a classic cocktail—the Reposado Negroni made with El Luchador Reposado Tequila. Tequila , Vermouth Reposado Negroni Ingredients 2 oz. El Luchador Reposado Tequila 1 oz. Campari 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth Preparation Add all ingredients to a tumbler with ice and stir.

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National Beverage Conclave to be held next week

Spiritz

The Indian Beverage Association (IBA) is organising the second edition of the National Beverage Conclave 2024 at the ITC Maurya in New Delhi on December 4, 2024. The conclave will focus on the theme of ‘Making India a Global Beverage Processing Hub.’ It aims to position the non-alcoholic beverage industry as a key driver of India's transformation into a global beverage processing hub.

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The 5 Most Popular Cocktails of November

PUNCH

A tropical Negroni, a minimalist gin drink, a freezer Sazerac, a Paper Plane and the other best cocktail recipes to make right now.

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A Guaranteed (if Weird) Way to Get a Free Shot at a Bar Every Time

VinePair

“This one’s on me” are perhaps the four best words one can hear at a bar, especially considering the rising prices of cocktails these days. Whether you’re in the industry, a regular who’s racked up a lofty tab, or just happen to be well liked by the bartender, getting comped for a drink is a telltale sign that your presence at the watering hole is appreciated.

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Celebrate Thanksgiving with Grand Marnier Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

Whether you’re planning a cozy Thanksgiving dinner with family or a lively Friendsgiving gathering with your closest friends, we’ve got you covered with three irresistible cocktail recipes featuring the rich and vibrant flavors of Grand Marnier. Cognac , Liqueur Grand Sangria Rouge Ingredients 1.5 parts of Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge 3 parts Red Wine 2 parts Orange Juice 2 parts Lemon-Lime Soda Preparation Pour all of the ingredients in a wine glass, add ice, and stir.

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Bricks opens new rooftop bar in Bengaluru

Spiritz

Bricks has opened a new rooftop Bar & Restaurant in JP Nagar, Bengaluru. The premise offers its guests a soothing getaway from the daily hustle and bustle. Spanning across 4,000 sq ft with a seating capacity of 120, the expansive rooftop setting of Bricks provides an open-sky ambiance, creating an ideal backdrop for both casual meetups and lively gatherings. “At Bricks, we're creating more than just a place to eat and drink.

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Cardamaro Is Great. Tahini Cardamaro Is Even Better.

PUNCH

This easy Tahini Cardamaro recipe upgrades the amaro for winter. Here's how to make the drink from Clemente Bar in New York City.

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Review: Weber Ranch Vodka

Drinkhacker

Weber Ranch, based in Muenster, Texas, is made from 100% blue agave — but it’s not tequila. It’s vodka. Weber Ranch isn’t the first vodka to be made from agave — check out Crystal Head’s Onyx version — but it still comes across as distinctly unique. It’s actually distilled in Jalisco, Mexico, just like tequila, but it’s redistilled in copper pot and column stills in Texas to a higher proof, rendering it into vodka (and stripping out some of t

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Bacardi Among “Top Companies for Women” by Forbes in 2024

Chilled Magazine

Bacardi Limited has achieved a major milestone on Forbes’ 2024 list of the World’s Top Companies for Women. Marking its third consecutive year on the prestigious list, Bacardi has risen nearly 200 spots from last year to secure the #132 position. This accomplishment highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to progress and makes it the sole pure spirits company recognized on this year’s list.

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Bar Convent Singapore to return in March

Spiritz

Bar Convent (BCB) Singapore is set to return for its second edition on March 3 and 4, 2025 at Marina Bay Sands, bringing together Asia’s bar and beverage industry professionals for a dynamic, trade-only event. Having originated in Germany and expanded to the USA, Brazil, and the UK, BCB made its Asian debut in 2023, attracting over 150 global brands.

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Unlock the Whole “Negroni Family” With One Batched Drink

PUNCH

Batching the Mi-To, or Milano-Torino, cocktail unlocks the Negroni, Americano and more. Here's how to make it for easy entertaining.

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We Asked 15 Bartenders: Which Cognac Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)

VinePair

It’s no secret that Cognac carries a strong association with luxury. The category’s most famous high-end expression, Remy Martin’s Louis XIII, can set you back thousands of dollars. Empty bottles of the label, which are made from Baccarat crystal, routinely show up on eBay for triple digits. The notoriety of Louis XIII and other pricey Cognacs can make jumping into the category a bit intimidating.

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It’s Giving Thanks

Chilled Magazine

It’s Giving Thanks! from Mister Mao in New Orleans, LA, is the ultimate fall cocktail, embodying the warmth and nostalgia of Thanksgiving with every sip. This indulgent creation features the star ingredient, brown butter fat-washed whiskey, which sets it apart from other seasonal cocktails. The whiskey’s nutty, caramelized richness is perfectly complemented by earthy sweet potato syrup, the deep nuttiness of chicory pecan bitters, and a subtle saline balance.

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Weller Bourbon Whiskey launched in India

Spiritz

Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, the world’s original and one of the most awarded wheated bourbon whiskeys, made a grand debut in India on Wednesday night with a celebrated launch event in Mumbai. Hailing from the Buffalo Trace Distillery, the world’s most award-winning distillery and the oldest in the USA, Weller exemplifies craftsmanship, innovation and storied American whiskey-making tradition.

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Why I Am Fascinated By The Unsolved Mystery Of Hijacker D.B. Cooper

PubClub

This is the FBI sketch of “pirate” D.B. Cooper. By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Lifestyle Editor I am not exactly sure why – probably because I am a reporter and we are all naturally curious – I am fascinated by the unsolved mystery of hijacker D.B. Cooper. That plus the fact that when you do a Google search of him, he is labeled as a pirate.

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The Many Lives and Deaths of Bardo, America’s Weirdest Brewery

VinePair

I think most of all I remember the garbage. In a mostly vacant lot in one of Washington, D.C.’s worst neighborhoods, I was poking at chunks of macerated fruit in my beer and wondering what people saw in this place. Scattered around me were picnic benches, various pieces of brewing equipment, an aluminum skull with beer cans for teeth, and a wooden armoire, all of which were either meant to be used or had been left to rot.

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Gift Idea: Barkeep 2: The Art of Mixology, Bar & Cocktails Book

Chilled Magazine

Danilo Božović Managing Partner of Swizzle Rum Bar and Drinkery Miami and bar industry veteran’s book Barkeep 2: The Art of Mixology, Bar & Cocktails makes the perfect gift. Božović has been a bartender at some of the country’s most awarded bars for over two decades. In addition, his work as a beverage consultant has taken him around the world, where he developed a deep knowledge of international spirits and global trends.

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Delhi to host wine festival next week

Spiritz

Delhi is set to welcome its first-ever wine, cheese, and chocolate festival, Viva La Vino, on December 7, 2024 at The Lalit, Connaught Place. Co-curated by sommeliers Gargi Kothari and Devati Mallick, the event promises an exciting evening filled with the finest wines, delectable bites, and lively entertainment. Featuring over 60 wines from across the globe, attendees can sip, swirl, and savour diverse flavours while exploring new favourites or revisiting classic options.

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What Does The Closure Of Waterford Distillery Mean For The Irish Whiskey Industry?

The Whiskey Wash

The dynamic distillery failed to attract fresh funds for continued operations. Credit: Waterford Distillery By now you will have heard the sad news that Waterford Distillery , located in southern Ireland, has gone into administration. Founder Mark Reynier confirmed the news on social media this week following a report by The Irish Times that the distillery had asked HSBC to appoint receivers.

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Comté Cheese and Côtes du Rhône Wines: A Love Story [Infographic]

VinePair

Comté cheese and Côtes du Rhône wines have many things in common. Both express century-old traditions and specific terroirs; both are made with passion and patience. The relationship between Comté cheese and the legendary wines of kings and popes is a gastronomic love story worth celebrating with abandon. Both Comté cheese and Côtes du Rhône wines belong to France’s Protected Designations of Origin (PDO), a selection of food and wine whose existence is tightly connected to a unique region of pro

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An Evening of Elegance: Casa Azul Organic Tequila Dinner at Alma

Chilled Magazine

The Casa Azul Organic Tequila dinner at Alma at The Grove in Los Angeles was a remarkable evening for members of The Chilled 100, featuring a confluence of education, exquisite dining, and the art of tequila appreciation. Hosted by the Casa Azul team and the National Director of the Chilled 100, Wendy Hodges, the event gathered members of the Los Angeles Chilled 100 chapter for an unforgettable experience.

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Paul John releases Christmas edition single malt

Spiritz

Paul John Indian Single Malt has launched 2024 Christmas Edition Indian Single Malt Whisky, which is the 7th edition release within this limited series. This unpeated Indian Single Malt is produced at John Distilleries in India’s tropical shores of Goa. The distillers have produced 7,000 bottles for the United States, imported by the Sazerac Company.

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Glenfarclas: The Speyside Distillery That Time Forgot

The Whiskey Wash

Glenfarclas , a venerable Speyside distillery steeped in tradition, has earned a devoted following for its unwavering commitment to producing high-quality, sherry-matured single malt whisky. With a history dating back to 1836, Glenfarclas remains fiercely independent, a testament to the Grant family ‘s dedication to preserving their heritage and craft.

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Here’s Why Sake ONO Makes an Ideal Gift for Those With Discerning Taste

VinePair

Many of us know that person who is hard to shop for, not because they’re hard to please, but because they seem to have such great taste that it’s a daunting task, especially if they like good things to drink. People have probably already thought of giving them the usual go-tos — some bubbly, whisky, additive-free tequila, or maybe a new, funky wine.

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