Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Our Drink of the Week is the Christmas Cocktail at Manetta’s Bar at Fleming’s Mayfair in London. Step into the timeless elegance of Manetta’s Bar at Fleming Mayfair where nestled within the historic walls of the hotel, this intimate and stylish bar offers a blend of innovative cocktails with holiday charm. Gin Christmas Cocktail at Manetta’s Bar Ingredients 40ml Gin del Professore 15ml Cointreau 10ml Apple Juice 15ml lime juice 5ml Gingerbread 1 half spoon of cinnamon powder 10ml gomme syrup Pre

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Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

A Champagne flute’s signature slim shape is more than just an aesthetic choice. A glass’s style will highlight different characteristics in the wine—a tapered rim keeps more bubbles in the glass, a wider bowl emphasizes aromatics, and a pointed base creates an alluring stream of bubbles. Whether it’s for a casually festive function or an elegant affair, a Champagne glass is a signal of the celebratory.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With ginger or without, fresh or fermented—the right way to prepare the Caribbean holiday staple is hotly debated between islands.

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BarLifeUK

DECEMBER 14, 2023

I first met Ali Reynolds shortly after BarLifeUK launched, over ten years ago. Since then, Ali has proved to me a master of making transitions – from bartender to ambassador, and now from established Old World whisky, in the form of Johnnie Walker, to upstart New World Whisky with Denmark’s Stauning Distillery. In this interview I talk to Ali about moving from bartender to brand, Scandinavian hospitality, influential folk he has worked with along the way, and his new gig with Staunin

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

From the bars at Asheville Proper and Little D’s , two locally-owned casual restaurants in Asheville, NC, comes the perfect Lion’s Tail cocktail. First appearing in The Cafe Royal Cocktail Book, the classic Lion’s Tail came about during Prohibition in the 1930s and features allspice dram, a liqueur made with rum, pimento berries and spices, alongside bourbon, Angostura bitters, simple syrup, and fresh lime juice.

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Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Have you stepped outside today? Smelled the air, and felt the sun (or the wind, or the rain, or the snow) on your face? It doesn’t really matter where you live, because it’s mid-December, and that means one thing for certain: It’s whiskey season. And while options abound for your evening Manhattan or Old Fashioned (or, if you’re leaning into the holidays, for your whiskey-fortified Eggnog or Tom & Jerry ), there’s a newcomer to the whiskey aisle that deserves a spin in your glass: Nelson Bro

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BarLifeUK

DECEMBER 12, 2023

There are few better nights in the BarLifeUK calendar each year than the Final of Jägermeister’s Meister Hunter Competition. It combines so many of our favourite things – a big arse party, a free bar, a cocktail comp with guaranteed delicious drinks, superb company and a comfy bar stool. It also, to our mind at least, marks the end of the annual cocktail competition season, and what a way to go out.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2023

In the art of mixology, we embark on a journey through the intricate craft of cocktail creating using some of today’s most innovative techniques. Photos by Paul Chang Whether you are a seasoned bartender or a curious enthusiast, join us as we raise our spirits to the creative union of ingredients and technique and delve into what makes a great drink unforgettable.

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Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Sitting squarely in the spotlight when it comes to spirits , Mexico is often an afterthought when it comes to coffee—overshadowed (and outsold) by its Central and South American neighbors. The establishment of a national coffee institute (INMECAFE) in the 1970s to support farmers both technically and financially led to an industry boom. But its dissolution less than 20 years later left producers scrambling.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The best store-bought eggnog to try this holiday season, for drinking on their own or spiking with bourbon, rum or Cognac.

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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

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

DECEMBER 15, 2023

So, there are some more closures to report since Wednesday. Because of course there are. Shortly after our last email, Byers Brewing Company in DeKalb announced that they’d be closing when the beer runs out sometime next month. Outside our usual Chicagoland focus but just barely, and worth noting here. I don’t want to cover all the related restaurant closings here, but the announcement from Dusek’s Tavern & Dining Room about their closure on NYE is beer-adjacent enough to m

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

I’m sure the first question that pops into your head is the same one that popped into mine, and probably just about everyone who hears the name Chicken C**k Whiskey. “Why in the world would you choose that name for your brand?” Master Distiller Gregg Snyder was quick to point that question out for us at the Chilled ELEVATE seminar “History in a Glass with Chicken C**k Whiskey.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Check out the best spirits from previous years here ! Dozens of categories considered, thousands of bottles tasted, and almost 12 months in the making, the publishing of VinePair’s 50 best spirits list marks a major milestone in our calendar and one of our favorite annual traditions. Consider it not a bonafide buying guide — those can be found here — and instead a highlights reel of the best spirits that graced our palates this year.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 12, 2023

At Singapore’s Analogue, “future ingredients” that can withstand a warming climate star in this earthy, prickly pear–infused take on the classic.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

A quick news update. Shortly after sending Monday’s email, I learned two things: Viking Artisan Ales announced last week that they’d be closing. And on Monday, Howard Street Brewing announced that they’d be closing. Howard Street does say that “[t]his is not goodbye, as there are some things in the works.” That “thing” might be a new brewpub location that can offer food plus a full bar, as indicated in this Block Club story on the closure.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Join us on a festivus journey of captivating cocktails in Chilled’s Holiday Gift Guide. Our guide is a treasure trove for mixology enthusiasts. Discover the perfect spirits that promise to turn every gathering into a spirited celebration. Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur Cozy in a cup – an indulging boozy hot chocolate to treat yourself to this holiday season.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 12, 2023

America’s favorite tortilla chip is now available in booze form. On Tuesday, Doritos announced its collaboration with flavor company Empirical: Empirical x Doritos Nacho Cheese Spirit. According to the brands, the snack-flavored spirit tastes and smells just like the beloved corn chip, delivering savory umami, corn tostada, and nacho cheese notes with a hint of acidity.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In winter cocktail recipes, pine syrup inspired by the Korean ingredient sol ip chung adds an aromatic, minty twist.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

It’s not every week that the biggest beer news story comes from Iowa. No less than five different pieces about Big Grove Brewery crossed my desk this week. Whether that’s an indication of an end-of-year news slowdownor that the opening of their fourth location is just a big damn deal for Cedar Rapids, I can’t tell you. ( Por que no los dos?

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

What began as a singular offering with Dewar’s White Label in the United States has now blossomed into an expansive portfolio that spans from the classic Dewar’s White Label, premium whiskies like Dewar’s 12-Year-Old, 15-Year-Old, and Dewar’s 18-Year-Old. This continues into ultra-luxury whiskies, encompassing a wide spectrum of exceptional spirits in between, designed to appeal to a diverse array of palates.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Paul-Gerhard Ritter was a smart cookie. When the Berlin Wall tumbled in 1989, Ritter, managing director of the city’s Coca-Cola bottling plant, raced to the scene — not to celebrate or pick up a souvenir chunk of masonry, but to hand free Cokes to East Berliners streaming across the Glienicke Bridge. When an East German guard shouted for one, he and a colleague threw a few boxes over the wall.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 13, 2023

These easy spiked whipped creams can accent the Espresso Martini, Irish Coffee and other winter cocktails.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Named after the pit bull rescued by Wolf Distillery Master Distiller Ben Green, Mr. Pickles Gin carries the adorable face of the eponymous pup on the front of the bottle, and I’ll admit it, I’m smitten. The fetching blue bottle bearing a sweet-faced dog surrounded by flowers speaks directly to my heart. But let’s check out what’s inside the bottle. There we find a distillate made from locally grown, soft white winter wheat.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Old Elk Distillery, nested in Fort Collins, Colorado, was born from a vision of integrity, quality, craftsmanship, and innovation. Founded by Curt Richardson in 2013, it aspired to create a portfolio of whiskeys that transcended tradition. The goal was ambitious—to build legacy brands and craft innovative, quality products. In 2012, the team at Old Elk asked master distiller Greg Metze to craft and produce custom whiskey mash bills specifically for them after his 24-year odyssey at Seagram’s Dis

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VinePair

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In 2023, drinkers really knew what they wanted. Espresso Martinis ? Obviously. Chilled red wines ? Already in the fridge. Everyone had their highly specific Martini specs down to a science and knew which allocated bottle of bourbon they were willing to splurge on. So what could possibly change in 2024? While existing trends will continue to soar, we also expect some that have lain dormant to re-emerge.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Mist cocktails, a forgotten drink recipe category from the Playboy bar book, are making a comeback at New York bar Tigre.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Gruppo Campari has agreed a billion-pound deal to buy Beam Suntory's cognac brand Courvoisier. Courvoisier, known historically as one of the top four.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Beyond the Bar: How to Get from Here to There was an ELEVATE seminar presented by three industry experts: Greg Cohen, formerly from Patron who now does brand consulting, PR marketing, and more for smaller brands; Josh Hafer, who ran corporate communications for Heaven Hill; and Stephen Halpin, who has spent more than 15 years working around the world in brand advocacy, trade marketing, mixology, and more.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 10, 2023

We’re all for buying bottles for our loved ones during the holidays, whether they’re beginner-friendly bourbons , blancos for agave geeks , or stellar Syrahs. But we’re also keen on sharing the knowledge that makes their contents special, and that’s where the best new drinks books come in. There are all types of drinkers, and for the list below, we’ve found the right handbooks, history lessons, and how-tos for everyone.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Uttar Pradesh’s state tourism department has rolled out an innovative online classification system for hotels and resorts operating in UP by demarcating them into platinum, diamond, gold, silver, and bronze categories. The objective is to elevate the standard of hospitality by assessing establishments based on quality, services, facilities, and guest experiences.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Breckenridge Distillery is no stranger to Drinkhacker, though we’ve been keeping tabs more recently on their Buddy Pass collaborations with the coincidentally named but unrelated Breckenridge Brewery and their beer/bourbon barrel aging crossovers. Alas, we have not delved into their straight bourbons in nearly a decade despite steady releases since our review in 2012.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Artisan distiller and research scientist Ted Breaux has been called the godfather of absinthe. The go-to source for all things concerning the green fairy combined forces with Jennfier “Absinthia” Vermut, an award-winning absinthe distiller, to tell the tale of absinthe to ELEVATE attendees. Photos by Justin Harrison The pair explained that absinthe, an herb-infused alcohol made from fennel, anise, and wormwood, was once widely known as a liquid that made people crazy.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV) released its most recent update on wine production data last week, which showcases the changing production patterns of red, white, and rosé wine over the past two decades. OIV broke down the data to reveal which countries produced the most wine in each category over three time periods: 2000 to 2006, 2007 to 2013, and 2014 to 2021.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Pernod Ricard India has announced the launch of its first premium Indian single malt, Longitude77 – made in India, for India and the world. The brand’s name is inspired by the longitude that runs through the length of India at 77° east and marks India’s position on the world map. The brand is a tribute to Pernod Ricard India’s legacy in the country and has been specially crafted for seekers of authentic contemporary Indian luxury.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Bay to Breakers in San Francisco is a fun run and then some. Photo: Bay to Breakers Bay to Breakers, the historic and iconic annual event in San Francisco, has joined forces with the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce for 2024. The assocation, which includes starting a Corporate Teams program, is aimed at helping boost the downtown area and the city as a whole, which is still suffering the effects of the COVID pandemnic.

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