VinePair

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The phrase “cheap bourbon” doesn’t quite mean what it used to. Before the category’s 21st-century boom — and probably during the first few years of the boom itself — it was a put-down that always connoted a lack of quality. But today, this is no longer the case. There are some absolute bangers that typically retail for $30 and under, and when there are bourbons out there going for thousands of dollars, “cheap” is relative, anyway.

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 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. November is filled with good company, delicious food, and even better cocktails. There’s no better time than now to cozy up with these essential cocktails that highlight the flavors of the seasons.

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

It was less than 20 years after Christopher Columbus accidentally happened upon the islands of the Caribbean that the first Spanish ships began transporting precious cargo across the Atlantic: sugarcane, and captive Black and Brown bodies from Africa (and, in the earliest days, India) to farm it. The navigator had guessed correctly that the climate of the islands would be suitable not just for sugar but for any number of foods and spices traded at high cost on the ancient silk routes into Europe

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PUNCH

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The best gin brands for a Martini cocktail, according to bartenders, from London Dry and Navy Strength options to more floral expressions.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Note: This post is a little different than usual, and it’s not terribly beer-y, but it’s at the very least beer-adjacent and I thought it’d be fun. Most of you read this via email, but this post also has audio of alleged spirit encounters that are only available outside of the email format. We’ll return to our normal news roundup next week, but until then, for the full experience we recommend you click over to our Substack page. “This year we went all out.” Th

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

If you’re an avid tequila drinker and haven’t branched out to mezcal, you’re completely missing out. Like tequila, mezcal is a Mexican-made spirit crafted from agave. And while the two spirits are similar, there are a lot of differences as well. The spirit must be made from Blue Weber agave to be considered a tequila. Mezcal, on the other hand, can be made from more than forty different agaves.

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PUNCH

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The Bocce Ball, a cocktail from the 1970s made with amaretto, orange juice and soda water, gets a modern update at New York bar Bronze Owl.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Happy Wednesday! If you were ever gonna have a pumpkin beer this year, today and tomorrow are the time to crack open that Pumking or Ichabod. Go for it. The New Illinois Beer Label of the Week: It’s been a minute since I’ve seen labels submitted by Liquid Love Brewing and from Tonality Brewing. I appreciate that Liquid Love gives credit to the label artist, and I also like how what appears to be a straight Sour Patch Kids-inspired label actually carries the stabby little silhouettes

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

“We actually have a saying here,” explains Cristian Coro. “It is known as ‘CaymanKind’ which is how we describe the culture in a nutshell. It’s always very friendly and so helpful.” Coro would know. As the Food & Beverage Manager at the The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa , the native Italian has been living on the breezy Caribbean island for the past 17 years.

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Winter solstice celebrations can be overshadowed by other bright-and-merry December events. But in 2022, Laura Worley and Wayne Burns decided to shine a new light on the year’s longest, darkest day. The married couple took their Denver brewery’s name, Burns Family Artisan Ales , at face value and built a bonfire outside. They invited customers to gather around crackling flames with strong imperial stouts, barley wines, and plum-flavored winter warmers set to be transformed by the centuries-old G

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PUNCH

OCTOBER 29, 2024

With Dyke Drag, a monthly show at the New York lesbian bar Ginger's, I'm Baby is on a mission to bridge the gap between queer communities.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Lots of breweries go big for Halloween, but not many breweries host a murder mystery and get their social media into it. I want to recognize Crown Brewing in Crown Point, IN for “murdering” their bartender Jake, starting with this impressively well-produced reel and moving on to a sort of game of Clue — was the murderer Mike with a Tap Handle?

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Smoke Lab Vodka partners with the Chilled 100 Bartenders to create exceptional cocktails using its latest expression, Smoke Lab Saffron Vodka along with its flagship Smoke Lab Vodka. Our group of expert bartenders were invited to experience the world of India through cocktails by using Smoke Lab’s Saffron Vodka made with Basmati rice, Himalayan spring water, and pure Kashmiri Saffron.

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In Los Angeles, we’re fortunate enough that must-visit wine regions and drink destinations, such as Santa Barbara and San Diego, are only a couple hours away. But, admittedly, I often take that for granted. So, being overdue for a visit to SD, I was excited to catch up on the city’s cocktail scene. I have my go-tos like False Idol and Raised by Wolves , but it was time to explore the newer offerings, which included everything from a curated cocktail experience hidden in a Japanese ca

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PUNCH

OCTOBER 31, 2024

5 underrated whiskey cocktail recipes, from a forgotten bourbon Old-Fashioned riff to a modern classic made with Scotch and more.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Rich, decadent, and silky-smooth, stouts are adored globally, with Guinness leading the charge as the category’s best seller. Stateside, the style has been gaining popularity in recent years, and its growth isn’t expected to slow anytime soon. According to market research company IMARC , the U.S. market size for stouts is expected to continue growing by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.42 through 2032.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This month, a huge number of hotel bars have been fully embracing the Halloween festivities with bone-chilling cocktails like Drawbar at Bellyard and Tiger & Peacock at The Memphian. These spots are crafting uniquely themed beverages that add a fun, spooky flair to the season. Check out the round up below and impress your friends with your creepy creations!

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The Boston cocktail scene has suffered some serious blows over the past few years. Brother Cleve, the musician, DJ, and mixologist who was regarded as the godfather of the Boston cocktail revival, died suddenly in September 2022. In January of this year, Drink, a pioneering local bar, shuttered for good. For a long while, it looked like Eastern Standard—the stylish and influential high-volume bar and restaurant near Fenway Park that opened in 2005—might also be among those casualties.

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PUNCH

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Aviation, a gin cocktail, is both loved and hated. Here, bartenders weigh in on why the pre-Prohibition classic lives on.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 30, 2024

When autumn rolls around, the beer aisle tends to mimic the foliage. All those summer shandies and fruited sours give way to new seasonal offerings clad in orange and brown packaging, and every brewery brings back their Oktoberfest lagers and pumpkin brews in full force. These seasonal offerings tend to get a bad rap from die-hard beer purists who insist that all pumpkin ales are sickeningly sweet wastes of fridge real-estate.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Le Marg is a Margarita that blends Mexican craftsmanship and French elegance in one glass. At the heart of this cocktail is a premium reposado, aged 6-9 months in American white oak barrels from Bribón tequila. The aging process imparts warm notes of caramel and spice, creating a complex flavor that’s perfect for cooler weather. The addition of Bauchant Orange Liqueur brings an undeniable je ne sais quoi , combining the smooth texture of aged VS & VSOP Cognac with bright citrus and honey, c

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Nobody’s quite sure why Pedro Ximénez grapes, or the fortified wine made from them, bear a name more apt for a human. (Several largely debunked theories involve the grape being brought to Spain by either a soldier named Pedro Ximen or a Catholic cardinal named Ximénez, or that the grape was possibly named for the Spanish village of Jiménez.) But one thing is absolutely true about the Pedro Ximénez style of sherry (typically shortened to PX): The wine anchors the dark, indulgent end of the sherry

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PUNCH

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The 15 best cocktail recipes to make this holiday season, from a Manhattan made with amaro to a winter mezcal Negroni and other easy drinks.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Two centuries ago, Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry defeated the British navy at the War of 1812’s pivotal Battle of Lake Erie. Today, his legend swims on in another historical artifact, the English-style Commodore Perry IPA from Great Lakes Brewing Co. in Cleveland. Commodore Perry has a loyal, if aging and declining following around northeast Ohio, but “we’re not just a Cleveland brand anymore,” says Chris Brown, the brewery’s interim co-CEO.

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Chilled Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer presents the Chilled 100 Bartenders with its popular and professional mixology tools, earning bartender respect and loyalty from coast to coast. Check out our very own Dominique Jackson’s latest video where she unboxes some amazing bar tools from the Barfly by Mercer gifting program! These tools have become indispensable to Dom as she crafts amazing cocktails behind the bar each day.

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

When writer Gray Chapman caught up with Imbibe 75 alum Samara Davis for our July/August 2024 issue, Davis hinted at wanting to pass the torch and move beyond her impactful membership organization Black Bourbon Society (BBS). “There’s a whole community of African American spirits professionals that are coming into this space. And I want to be able to just plug and play where I need to,” she said.

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PUNCH

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A stirred tequila drink, an easy Old-Fashioned riff, a Brazilian classic and the other best cocktail recipes to make right now.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The James B. Beam Distilling Co. has a storied history as home to the first family of bourbon and is home to the world’s No. 1 bourbon, Jim Beam®. Even though their Clermont homeplace in Kentucky just celebrated 90 years of distilling this summer, the origins of this legendary brand go back over 225 years to when the family started crafting whiskey in 1795.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Celebrate fall with a cocktail that honors family values and the vibrant spirit of Mexican culture. Our Drink of the Week the Espresso Muertini is a bold blend of espresso, chocolate, and Gracias a Dios Espadín Mezcal—perfect for Halloween and Día de los Muertos, a time to honor loved ones who have passed with joy and tradition. Crafted from eight-year-old, cultivated agave in Oaxaca’s Central Valleys, this double-distilled mezcal offers notes of lemon tree leaves, subtle herbs, and a touch of m

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Spiritz

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The 23rd Chandiwala Hospitality Ensemble (CHE) was launched on 23rd October 2024, at Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BCIHMCT). Celebrated for fostering creativity, sustainability, and excellence in the hospitality industry, CHE 2024 drew students, media, faculty, and industry leaders for an engaging three-day showcase.

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Tales of the Cocktail

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

To be completely honest, when I first embarked on my career in the alcohol industry over a decade ago, community was the last thing I expected to find. I knew full well that this was an industry where Natives were not welcome. I knew all the classic stereotypes of the drunk Indian and the firewater mythology. Better not to be seen that way, you learn to hide pieces of yourself.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Sponsored by Mayenda Tequila. With the holidays just around the corner, your event calendar has probably already started filling up. This is the season to reunite with friends and family near and far — which makes it the perfect time to celebrate with your favorite cocktail. Tequila — the Unexpected Spirit of the Winter Season As temperatures drop, you might be inclined to trade in your go-to tequila drink for a bourbon or whiskey neat.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For those looking for an inclusive drink option for guests or for those simply looking to celebrate more mindfully, TÖST is the perfect versatile beverage for whatever festivities you may have in store this Halloween, a fitting ending to #SoberOctober. Enter the Blood Orange Elixir – mix it up and pour over ice for a bloody good time! Non-Alcoholic Blood Orange Elixir Ingredients 2 oz.

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Spiritz

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Inbrew Beverages is a leading contender to acquire Imperial Blue from French beverage giant Pernod Ricard, according to media reports. Inbrew is owned by Ravi S. Deol, the London-based entrepreneur behind Barista. Inbrew, which has acquired 30 mass market spirits brands from Diageo and the beer portfolio of Molson Coors in recent years, submitted its bid last week, a report added.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Since its launch in 2017, Uncle Nearest has been a brand quick to embrace and highlight American whiskey history. After all, the name itself pays tribute to Nearest Green, whose 7th-generation descendant Fawn Weaver founded the brand amidst a remarkable American whiskey boom. The Tennessee-based operation’s latest line of limited releases has a dual purpose, highlighting both the brand’s sourcing/blending prowess and Weaver’s book, Love & Whiskey.

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