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The Elote Old-Fashioned Is Just Getting Started

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Five years ago, the street food–inspired drink didn’t even exist. Now, riffs on the template are making their way around the globe, from CDMX to London and beyond.

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A New Low for Local Beverage Imagery (+ Unrelated Events & Socials)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

I can’t believe beer and spirits makers are still doing s**t like this. I really can’t. But apparently Spirit Water - the brewery and distillery in suburban Cary owned and operated by Tim Kovac , the creator of Not Your Father’s Root Beer — thinks it’s perfectly fine to promote a vodka called … Panty Dropper. WTF.

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Drink of the Week: Le Moné Aperitif

Imbibe Magazine

In the throes of a stubborn heat wave, one of the only things I want in my glass is an ice-cold, low-ABV spritz. They’re easy to make and to drink, and make even the stickiest summer evening a little bit breezier. Lately, I’ve been making spritzes with Le Moné aperitif wine from New York’s Finger Lakes region. Made with Meyer lemons and agave nectar, it’s tart and satisfyingly viscous, and the ABV clocks in at just 16%.

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The Deanston Old Fashioned

Chilled Magazine

Our Drink of the Week is the Deanston Old Fashioned, a smooth, spiced, citrusy, classic cocktail with roots dating back to the 1800s. This delicious drink balances sweet, citrus, and bitter flavors. Whiskey The Deanston Old Fashioned Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Deanston Virgin Oak Whisky 1 cube brown sugar Dash Angostura bitters Splash water Preparation Muddle the sugar and Angostura bitters together in glass with splash of water.

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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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All the Ways to Coconut Your Cocktail

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Beyond the Piña Colada, coconut cream, water, and oil in cocktail recipes add salty-sweetness, nuttiness and tropical flavor.

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One of Chicago's Oldest Brewpubs is Closed (Temporarily, We Hope)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

One of the oldest breweries in the Chicagoland area is currently closed following a fire that broke out in their kitchen last Wednesday night. Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery in downtown Geneva has been around and making beer in their front window since 2002; they described it as a temporary closure, so hopefully they’ll be back up and running soon.

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6 Summer Party Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

Found yourself hosting a party this summer? Having a selection of beverages on hand is essential to complement your backyard barbecues and outdoor festivities. Whether you decide to mix up a whiskey lemonade or a citrusy punch, your parties are sure to be a hit! Vermouth , Whiskey Always Daydreaming (Batch Serve!) Ingredients 12 oz. Old Elk Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey 8 oz.

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“Season” Your Cocktail With Soy Sauce

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Soy sauce is trending in cocktails at top bars, where the pantry staple adds easy, savory flavor to many drinks. Here's how to use it.

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The Evolution of the IPA, from 19th Century England to Now

VinePair

Oh, the India Pale Ale — bemoaned by many, beloved by more. And though people love to loathe them, IPAs are the current bread and butter of the American craft brewing industry. And whether they want to or not, almost every brewery in the nation carries one on tap. Part of the style’s success are its numerous substyles, which have allowed IPAs to straddle nearly every major beer category on the market.

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How Bar Leone, Asia’s Best Bar, Signaled a Return to Simplicity

Imbibe Magazine

Lorenzo Antinori is returning cocktails to the people through his Hong Kong aperitivo bar Bar Leone. There’s no high-level mixology or 10-ingredient cocktails. Nor is there bespoke glassware, bar rules, or dress codes. And the world has taken notice. At this year’s Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards, the 1-year-old Roman-inspired bar snagged the Best New International Cocktail Bar award.

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We Ask Ryan Norwood, VP of Operations at Sagamore Spirit About Maryland Rye

Chilled Magazine

Thanks to settlers from Scotland and Ireland who brought their distilling knowledge to the colony, the heritage of Maryland rye dates back more than four centuries to the 1600s. Before Prohibition, Maryland rye was known for its sweeter, more balanced profile not just in the United States but around the world. Today, Sagamore Spirit leads the charge in bringing this distinctive Maryland rye back to the world stage.

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For Superior Summer Drinks, Freeze, Grate, Repeat

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This easy technique for summer cocktails uses frozen fruit like tomatoes or Campari-soaked pineapple to elevate drinks like a Gin & Tonic.

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Facing a Shortage, Will Wray & Nephew Rum Be the Next Chartreuse?

VinePair

A popular and once-ubiquitous Jamaican rum has become mysteriously scarce this year. And with the shortage of Chartreuse fresh in everyone’s minds, it’s natural to wonder if this current dip in supply may be permanent. Wray & Nephew Overproof is practically synonymous with overproof rum. It’s by far one of Jamaica’s most popular rums, and can be found behind most bars in the U.S.

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Alcobrew names Ashutosh Rajput as its new CEO

Spiritz

Alcobrew Alcobrew Distilleries India Ltd has appointed Ashutosh Rajput as its new Chief Operating Officer. An alumnus of IIM Kolkata, he brings a wealth of experience garnered over two decades with leading organizations such as The Coca-Cola Company, Campari Group, and Radico Khaitan. His core competencies include strategic vision, route to market design, ground execution, key account management, customer relationship management, and talent development.

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5 Drinks Bartenders Love to Make

Chilled Magazine

In cocktail bars, bartenders are creating their own spin on classic cocktails. They want to keep them fresh and exciting. To fight the monotony and repetition of making drinks the same way year after year, bartenders are designing drinks using seasonal ingredients and flavors and adding their own personal twists to them. Here are some popular drinks that bartenders love to mix up and how to order them.

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Bring Back the Tunnel

PUNCH

The Tunnel cocktail is a forgotten French drink that reads like a drier Negroni. Paris bar Cravan is bringing the recipe back.

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Are ‘Legendary Vintages’ Becoming a Tired Wine Marketing Cliche?

VinePair

As the 2023 harvest came to a close, Napa Valley Vintners declared it “ The Vintage of a Lifetime.” The non-profit trade association wasn’t alone in its self-aggrandizing praise. A chorus of winemakers and industry observers echoed the superlative language. “ Best ever !” exclaimed some. “ Legendary !” said others. By all accounts, it was one for the ages.

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Mumbai’s Sampan to host culinary takeover by Honk

Spiritz

Mumbai’s vibrant culinary landscape is about to get even richer as Sampan, the beloved Chinese restaurant at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach, collaborates with Honk, thesignature pan-Asian eatery from Pullman New Delhi Aerocity. From 9 th -25 th August 2024, Honk’s culinary team, led by its Director of Culinary, Sandeep Kalra, will take over Sampan's kitchen, offering Mumbaikars a unique fusion of flavours.

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Check Out the Craft the Fun Cocktail Challenge Regional Competition Winners—Dallas and Atlanta

Chilled Magazine

Qualifying Regional Competitions Will Take Place in Five Cities Across the United States. The Deep Eddy Vodka Craft the Fun Cocktail Challenge is underway with semifinalists chosen to compete for a spot in the finals. This competition is not just about showcasing the art of the cocktail, but also about embracing your inner spirit of playfulness. Deep Eddy Vodka encourages combining quality craftsmanship with enjoyment, emphasizing that no amount of technique will make a cocktail delicious withou

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Who’s Drinking What at New York’s Sceney Natural Wine Bars?

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We went to some of the best natural wine bars in downtown New York City's Dimes Square to see who's drinking what.

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Two Roads Launches Non-Alc IPA Road 2 Ruin Zero

Cheers

As the no/low alcohol trend continues strong , leading Connecticut brewer Two Roads Brewing Co. has revealed the latest addition to its line of non-alcoholic beers: Road 2 Ruin Zero Non-Alc IPA. The new NA version of Two Roads’ flagship beer is made with the same hoppy flavor of its namesake brew, the brewery states. “We’ve been focusing sharply on our core beer brands, and Road 2 Ruin is at the top of that list,” says said Brad Hittle, co-founder and CEO of Two Roads. “Our brewmaste

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Amrut Distilleries crowned ‘Best Distillery in the World’

Spiritz

Amrut Distilleries has been honoured as the ‘Best Distillery in the World’ in the Asian Whisky category, at the prestigious 2024 Tokyo Whisky and Spirits Competition. This remarkable achievement adds to Amrut’s extensive collection of over 350 awards, further solidifying its status as a global leader in the luxury premium spirits market.

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Cheers to The Olympics with the Mariquita Medal Margarita

Chilled Magazine

The Olympics is an event that calls for celebration. Cheer on Team U.S.A. with this fun margarita made with Hiatus Tequila ! Photo by Gabi Porter Tequila , Vermouth Mariquita Medal Margarita Ingredients 2 oz. Hiatus Tequila Reposado 1 oz. Cappelletti Aperitivo 1 oz. Red Sweet Vermouth Preparation Add tequila, Cappelletti, and sweet vermouth to a mixing glass.

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Whiskey Review: 15 Stars Triple Cask II Fine-Aged Bourbon

The Whiskey Wash

We review 15 Stars Triple Cask II Fine-Aged Bourbon, a blend of Kentucky straight bourbons finished in cognac, rum, and apple brandy casks, aged 16 and 8 years. (image via 15 Stars) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way. 15 Stars, founded by father and son whiskey blenders Rick and Ricky Johnson, has made a name since coming online in 2022.

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Uncle Waithley’s Smoked Pineapple with Star Anise and Thyme

Cheers

Uncle Waithley’s Beverage Company has released its newest Vincy Brew ginger beer: Smoked Pineapple with Star Anise and Thyme. This ginger beer is made with pimento wood-smoked pineapple juice and finished with the Caribbean spices star anise and thyme. Pimento wood, originating from the Allspice tree (which is native to the Caribbean), is traditionally used in grilling jerk foods, giving the beverage a Caribbean flavor.

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MP plans pvt partnership to promote heritage liquor

Spiritz

The Madhya Pradesh government is revitalising its heritage liquor initiative by enlisting private firms to promote the state’s unique alcoholic beverages. This initiative follows previous attempts to market the liquor, which fell short of generating significant consumer interest. Heritage liquor, crafted from Mahua flowers by tribal self-help groups (SHGs) in the Alirajpur and Dindori districts, was first introduced by the former state government under Shivraj Singh Chouhan in 2021-22.

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Get to Know Chilled 100 Member Kristen Begley of Woodburn Brewing and La Ofrenda in Ohio

Chilled Magazine

When people asked Kristen what she wanted to be when she grew up, she would always say a bartender. Even before being old enough to enter a bar, Kristen enjoyed mixing drinks for family gatherings and despite lacking prior bartending experience, Kristen quickly adapted to the role when she turned twenty-one and got her first gig. Bartending allowed her to be creative and prompt her to take certification courses to enhance her knowledge of spirits.

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Review: Wines of Borealis, 2024 Releases

Drinkhacker

Borealis Vintners draws its grapes from both Oregon and Washington, and with summer approaching, they sent us two whites and a rosé to review. They also make a Pinot Noir, not reviewed here. Let’s give them a try. 2022 Borealis Pinot Gris – 100% Pinot Gris from Oregon. This wine is sweeter than most Oregon Pinot Gris. The nose and palate present lemon, pear, grapefruit, and a touch of minerality, with sweet pear showing more prominently on the palate.

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The Piña Colada Turns 70

Cheers

One of the most iconic classic cocktails, the Piña Colada, turns 70 this year. To be specific, it was on Aug. 15, 1954 that Ron Monchito Marrer, the head bartender at the Caribe Hilton hotel in San Juan, created the first Piña Colada using Don Q Gold rum. An instant hit, the drink quickly became world famous. The original Piña Colada was not the white rum-based, cherry-garnished frozen concoction that most people now think of, however.

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Savor the Spice: Crowne Plaza G Noida Unveils New Menu at Spice Art

Spiritz

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida’s Spice Art, the esteemed Indian fine dining haven, has rolled out an exciting new menu. Helmed by the masterful Chef Hardev Singh, Spice Art promises an exquisite culinary voyage through the rich and diverse flavours of Awadhi, Mughlai, Punjabi, Delhi, and Lucknowi cuisines. The new menu is a symphony of meticulously curated dishes, each showcasing the intricate flavours and historical depth of regional Indian cuisine.

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3 of NYC’s Best Tequila Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

Tequila cocktails are the epitome of summer. We have three of some of the best ones in NYC right now, courtesy of Beverage Director Nikki McCutcheon. Check them out below! Tequila Sins, Not Tragedies by Silver Lining - NYC Ingredients 2 oz. Volcan Blanco Tequila 1 oz. Red Bell Pepper Juice.5 oz. Lime.5 oz. Habanero Ginger Syrup Preparation Add all ingredients to a tin with ice and shake, strain into a bi-color salted rocks glass with fresh ice.

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Why the Mule Is the Ultimate Workhorse Cocktail

VinePair

We may be living through the age of the aperitivo and unendingly mad for Martinis , but if we’re really being honest, the cocktail we’re reaching for just as often — if not more — is the workaday Moscow Mule. This bright concoction of ginger beer, vodka, lime and soda in its distinctive copper vessel might not garner the media love of its posher, pre-Prohibition counterparts — except perhaps that time word got out that it’s Oprah Winfrey’s favorite cocktail.

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Belle of the Ball

Cheers

This peachy bourbon cocktail is balanced with a bit of amaro. Print Belle of the Ball Course Drinks Keyword amaro, bourbon, egg white, lemon, peach syrup, walnut bitters Ingredients 2 parts Bib & Tucker 6-year-old small batch bourbon 1 part Peach syrup ¾ part Lemon juice ½ part Meletti Amaro 1 Egg white 1 dash Walnut bitters Instructions Add all ingredients to shaker.

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Pernod India promotes Joydeep Basuroy

Spiritz

Pernod Ricard India has promoted Joydeep Basuroy as the Group Head Marketing at Pernod Ricard. His earlier position with the company was of Assistant General Manager. Joydeep has been with Pernod Ricard India since 2007. With over 20 years of experience, Joydeep worked with SAB-Miller India as Brand Manager and later moved to Khadim India Ltd. Commenting on elevation to his new position, Joydeep said, “I am looking forward to the new challenges and in driving imaginative innovations.

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6 NOLET’S Silver Gin Cocktails Perfect for Summer

Chilled Magazine

Crafted with real botanicals, NOLET’S Silver Gin was created for a new generation of gin drinkers. It features a unique combination of botanicals never used in gin before. The floral and fruit-forward gin is bottled at 47.6% Alc./Vol. (95.2 Proof) and perfect for mixing summer cocktails. The history of this archetypical gin and juice may be disputed, but the Tom Collins is (and forever will be) a classic beloved combination since the 1800s.

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Review: Spirits of Griffo Distillery, 2024 Releases

Drinkhacker

Northern California’s Griffo Distillery enticed us with its recent release of whiskey distilled from Lagunitas’ The Waldos beer, so we’re diving back into the distillery’s offerings with a deeper dive into some of its more mainstream, permanent releases. Let’s not sit on ceremony as we delve into a collection that spans vodka, gin, whiskey, and even a liqueur.

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