PUNCH
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Rumored to be the country’s highest volume bar, the century-old landmark in Alton, Illinois, has become a rite-of-passage stop for generations of freshly minted 21-year-olds.
Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Before we jump into our usual Wednesday roundup of labels, a bit of sad news: If you’ve ever enjoyed an American-made sour beer, you owe a debt of gratitude to Ron Jeffries, who passed away this week. Ron was the pioneer behind Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales and their revolutionary barrel-aged wild ale program. Sour beer was unfathomably weird to the American palate back then, but his Bam Biere and other unique concoctions helped pave the way for a flood of spontaneous wild and kettle soured b
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Chilled Magazine
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
Black Garlic is trending on menus and while it’s usually associated with savory dishes, there have been some incredibly creative applications recently that make fermented garlic the focal point instead of an added bonus. The ingredient adds a unique depth of flavor and can be seen on all sections of menus, including cocktails. Check out the recipe for the Heart of Glass cocktail from Kwei Fei in Charleston, South Carolina. “Sichuan cuisine is salty, sweet, bitter, acidic, pungent, nu
A Bar Above
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Table of Contents : Join the Sober October Challenge Benefits of Not Drinking Alcohol 3 Custom Mocktail Recipes Other Non-Alcoholic Drinks Final Thoughts It’s my favorite time of year! Spooky season is upon us, complete with cooler weather, autumn leaves, costumes, pumpkin spice, home decorations, and lots of social events. But it’s also a great time for a refresh.
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PUNCH
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Political Pattie’s, described as a sports bar for politics, became Washington, D.C.’s most hated bar in under a week. Here's how.
Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
OCTOBER 2, 2024
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Imbibe Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2024
A historic style of tea with a devoted modern fan base, Earl Grey takes its name from Charles Grey, the second Earl of Grey and the British prime minister from 1830 to 1834. Though mostly conjecture, the story goes that Grey was either gifted the tea by a man from China whose life he’d saved, or that his own household concocted the flavorful blend as a means of masking the mineral-rich water supply.
PUNCH
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Described as the “the gamay version of a root beer,” L’Antidote has become a fashionable fixture in Paris, Copenhagen, London and beyond.
BarLifeUK
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The Great British Beer Festival: 5th-9th August 2025, NEC Birmingham The Campaign For Real Ale (CAMRA)’s flagship beer festival is returning in 2025 after a hiatus this year, and for the first time since 1983, it will take place in the West Midlands. The Great British Beer Festival (GBBF) will land at Birmingham NEC on August 5th next year, and run for five days.
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2024
As fall approaches, we’re sure to see a surge of pumpkin spice espresso martinis or apple cider Old Fashioneds, but there’s one unsuspecting ingredient bartenders are using to create the ultimate fall flavor in cocktails this year: rice. At D.C.’s MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Afghan restaurant, Lapis , beverage manager Sulaiman Popal uses toasted rice syrup to create a “Qabuli Palow” Old Fashioned, inspired by the national dish of Afghanistan.
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Imbibe Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
In the September/October 2024 issue , Associate Editor Emily Saladino examines the role yogurt drinks plays in different cultures around the world, from India to the Mediterranean. Whether an ayran from Turkey, a doogh from Iran, or lassi from India, mixing yogurt in drinks “can create connections that transcend time and place,” she writes.
PUNCH
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The 10 best mezcal bars and mezcalerías in America prioritize sustainable sourcing, bar training and educational programming.
Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Following up on Wednesday’s email about the passing of Jolly Pumpkin’s Ron Jeffries, we saw a few people on social media sharing some thoughts about his impact. Here are a few of the tributes we saw: From Speciation Artisan Ales : “Ron and Jolly Pumpkin had the single biggest influence on our brewery, and I can confidently say that Speciation would not exist without his impact.” Jeppe Jarnit-Bjergsø of Mikkeller: “Ron is actually the man behind the only Evil Tw
Chilled Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
As cooler fall temperatures settle in, SMOKE LAB Vodka is showcasing a menu of delicious and inviting cocktails ripe with the flavors of the season! Each of the four inspired cocktails, created by SMOKE LAB National Mixologist, @paulalukas27 , celebrate the award-winning craftsmanship of SMOKE LAB Classic, SMOKE LAB Aniseed and SMOKE LAB Saffron Vodka and are perfect to enjoy wherever the season takes you!
Imbibe Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
As Asheville, North Carolina, and surrounding towns band together to recover after Hurricane Helene devastated much of the southeast with historic flooding, many are struggling with displacement, power outages, food and water shortages, and unimaginable loss. In the Asheville coffee community, many cafés and coffee shops have shut down indefinitely due to flood damage. “While our roastery was fortunate enough to avoid damage, we’ve seen friends and neighbors facing uncertainty as they try
PUNCH
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Oktoberfest beer is everywhere, but the popular style can be confusing. Here, craft brewers explain the two camps: festbier and märzen.
A Bar Above
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Table of Contents : Join the Sober October Challenge Benefits of Not Drinking Alcohol 3 Custom Mocktail Recipes Other Non-Alcoholic Drinks Final Thoughts It’s my favorite time of year! Spooky season is upon us, complete with cooler weather, autumn leaves, costumes, pumpkin spice, home decorations, and lots of social events. But it’s also a great time for a refresh.
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2024
SommCon®, the premier event for wine, beer, and spirits professionals, will return to San Diego’s Town & Country Resort from October 5-7, 2024. After nearly a decade in production, the conference and tradeshow has become a leading platform for education, career development, and networking in the beverage industry. SommCon has curated a community of beverage trailblazers, offering on- and off-premise buyers, wholesalers, importers, distributors, sommeliers, beverage directors, educators, and
Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
You never know where you’re going to find beer news. I search through a lot of sources to build this email every week, but over the weekend I read something surprisingly well-reported about beer history and it came from a business-focused website. I don’t know if any of you subscribe to The Hustle but their weekend long read was called “The forgotten father of pumpkin beer.” It was originally published in 2020 but updated just a few days ago, and if you’re unfamilia
PUNCH
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The Gentleman is an easy bonal, gentian liqueur and tequila cocktail recipe from San Francisco bar Stoa that is simplicity at its best.
VinePair
OCTOBER 1, 2024
It’s no secret that Champagne is expensive. The renowned sparkling wine fetches a high sum for both its quality and status. The Champagne method requires labor-intensive winemaking practices and a long time aging in the bottle, and the small French region it hails from is full of history and prestige. That’s why it’s a rarity to find a bottle under $40, and why most great bottles lie in the $60 to $250 range.
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
With Negroni season upon us, the Chocolate Negroni at the East Village cocktail bar Romeo’s is sure to be your go-to. Crafted by Owner & Beverage Director, Evan Hawkins, who has over 20+ years of experience from some of New York City’s most beloved venues (i.e., Mother’s Ruin and Broken Shaker) , Romeo’s Chocolate Negroni stands out among the city’s offerings by truly embracing the chocolate flavor.
Spiritz
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Accolade Wines General Manager Travel Retail and EMEA Sales Director Martin MacKinnon has revealed that volume growth is tracking at +9% in travel retail to date in 2024, slightly outperforming Accolade Wines’ overall business. MacKinnon was delivering an upbeat update on the wine company’s performance in the travel retail channel. He delivered his address at a special media event staged at the TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes today.
PUNCH
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
A Paloma Sour, a Flaming Dr Pepper highball, a mezcal sour and the other best cocktail recipes to make and drink right now.
VinePair
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
In the modern drinks landscape, it’s easy to forget about shots — or shooters, to be more specific. Essentially miniature versions of larger-format cocktails, shooters are typically made with two or more spirits. Many of these drinks rose to prominence in the 1970s when saccharine, vibrantly colored builds were all the rage. These days, you’ll mostly find flavored shots at dive bars, likely being thrown back by people who just turned 21.
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Recently launched in Emeryville, Pippal’s beverage program is a celebration of India as seen through the eyes of the team’s creative lead bartender, Izler Thomas. Every cocktail on the menu pays homage to a specific heritage property in India, and incorporates flavor profiles that reflect the ingredients found in that region. From the majestic Taj Mahal to the Howrah Bridge, each cocktail tells a story inspired by the historical charm of these architectural wonders, creating a sensory expe
Spiritz
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Tilaknagar Industries Limited (TI) has unveiled Mansion House Gold Barrel Whisky, its latest premium offering under the flagship Mansion House brand. This distinct whisky is crafted from a select blend of Scotch malts and Indian grain spirits, offering a smooth taste and rich aroma. The whisky is the product of being aged in oak casks. Launched initially in Assam, the company plans to expand the reach of the brand to other Indian markets, in the near future.
Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Old Louisville Whiskey Company is a tiny non-distilling producer operated by Amine and Beth Karaoud. Over the past few years, the Karaouds have developed a reputation for bottling quality whiskey distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana by you-know-who. Everything bottled by Old Louisville has matured for at least 7 years. The brand offers batched and single barrel whiskeys, including their newest single barrel sporting an age statement of 11 years.
VinePair
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Often celebrated as a chameleon for its adaptability depending on terroir and winemaking style, Chardonnay produces some of the most beautiful and coveted wines in the world. However, with this elevated status comes lofty price tags that can be off-putting for many consumers. Seeking affordable yet overachieving Chardonnay, we reached out to sommeliers.
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2024
As the crisp air of autumn begins to settle in, the allure of seasonal flavors becomes irresistible. This fall, El Mayor Tequila invited nine Chilled 100 bartenders, a distinguished group of mixologists from across the United States, to craft an exclusive collection of fall-inspired cocktails. Each bartender has teamed up with El Mayor Tequila to infuse their unique flair into these creations, blending the rich, smooth essence of fine tequila with the vibrant tastes of the season.
Spiritz
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The Delhi government's excise department has launched a trial run of its new online platform- e-Abkari to regulate the liquor trade across the national capital. Developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), the platform is set to replace the current Excise Supply Chain Management System (ESCIMS) of the capital, once fully operational. The e-Abkari platform will track the entire liquor supply chain from distilleries to retail outlets, including liquor stores, hotels, clubs, and restaurants.
Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Vermont-based Bhakta Spirits rose to prominence via highly aged brandy, particularly Armagnacs dating back to 1868. The brand more recently dipped its toe into rum and whiskey, with both finished bourbons and American ryes hitting the market over the past two years. It was only a matter of time before Raj Bhakta’s latest venture looked to whisk(e)y abroad.
VinePair
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The term “dry” is one of the most commonly misunderstood terms in the wine world. And if you ask a sommelier the most frequent request they get on an average night of service, chances are they’ll say it’s for a dry wine: “What’s your driest Chardonnay ?” “Can I get a dry red?” But according to wine pros, this common note actually isn’t very helpful when it comes to choosing a glass or bottle.
Chilled Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 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 the leaves begin to change, so do our cocktail preferences. As we begin the new season, we say farewell to our summer favorites and crave something cozy. From warm and spiced flavors to festive Autumn ingredients, this selection offers something for everyone.
Spiritz
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The Andhra Pradesh government is set to roll out a new excise policy, starting 12th October 2024. As part of this policy, retail liquor shops will be privatised through a lottery system, with the auction process already in motion and the draw scheduled for 11th October. Successful bidders will be granted licenses for two years, during which they must pay the Retail Excise Tax (RET) in six equal installments annually.
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