2021

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Pomegranate Rosemary Margarita

Casual Mixologist

Pomegranates are in season which means pomegranate cocktails! This tart yet sweet fruit juice paired with rosemary makes the perfect base for a spin on the classic margarita. Make this in large batches for holiday parties, or enjoy by yourself for a night in. Whatever you choose, you will not regret making this holiday margarita! Ingredients: 2 oz. Tequila 2 oz.

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Chai Hot Chocolate

Bartender Barry

ABOUT What’s better than sipping on a warm, rich cup of homemade hot chocolate on a cold winter night? My chai hot chocolate recipe of course. Made with chai tea and your dairy of choice, this is the easiest — and most delicious — chai hot chocolate recipe around. Masala chai, which translates to “spiced tea,” is an Indian beverage typically made with black tea, milk, sugar, and a combination of various herbs and spices.

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What’s In a Name? How the ‘Agave Spirits’ Label Seeks to Redefine “Craft”

Taste Tequila

While the tequila category has seen explosive growth for the last couple of years, slowly but steadily a new trend is starting to form: the rise of the “agave spirit.” This has long been a blanket term for distillates made by cooking, crushing, fermenting, and distilling agaves, which includes both tequila and mezcal. But it is also a term that is starting to show up more frequently on bottles in the U.S. and Mexico, not only as descriptors of regional spirits (including raicilla and bacanora),

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My New Favorite Citrus Peeler

Jeffrey Morgenthaler

I love being pleasantly surprised by bar-related knowledge, and this is the most recent surprise I learned while doing a staff training last week here in Portland. Head bartender Jared Miller shocked me by telling me that he cuts his citrus peels with one of the cheese slicers they use at the wine bar he | Read More The post My New Favorite Citrus Peeler appeared first on Jeffrey Morgenthaler.

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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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5 Whiskeys to Give as Gifts This Year

Boozist

Whiskey is the gift that keeps on giving… at least for 25 ounces. After that, you’ve done your job and people can buy their own whiskey. But with so many options on the shelf, it’s tough to know what’s worth buying. We’re here to help. Unfortunately, we’re flying blind in terms of what the fortunate […] The post 5 Whiskeys to Give as Gifts This Year appeared first on Boozist.

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International Egg Nog Recipes

Intoxicology

Happy Holidays: International Egg Nog Recipes Looking for egg nog recipes? We’ve got you covered, and then some! This year we’re sharing some of our favorite egg nog recipes from around the world. So whether you enjoy egg nog, coquito, krema, ponche, or something in between, we’ve got a recipe for you this holiday season. [.] The post International Egg Nog Recipes appeared first on Intoxicology.com.

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HMRC Raids Industrial Estate in Greenock, Inverclyde Seizing Over 400 Liters of Counterfeit Vodka

SafeProof

Glasgow, Scotland – December 23, 2021 The Fraud Investigation Service of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in conjunction with Police Scotland dismantled an active counterfeit vodka operation. The raid was conducted at an Industrial Estate in Greencok, Inverclyde where over 400 liters of counterfeit vodka was seized.

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AHV Associates

Bar & Restaurant Expo

AHV Associates admin Wed, 12/01/2021 - 17:21 Co-founded in 2001 by Andrew Harrington, AHV Associates is a London-based boutique investment bank focused on advising private companies across a range of M&A and Capital Raising assignments. AHV specializes in hospitality and has worked with companies that own and/or operate hotels, aparthotels, serviced apartments, hostels and mixed-use resorts.

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Aperol Fizz

Medium of Mixology

Yet another incoming cocktail for my annual Xmas party! A few months back I found myself picking up a bottle of the Italian Liqueur Aperol. My last venture into this class of bitter spirits led me to Campari, which… I’m not gonna lie is probably the worst tasting stuff on the face of the earth. The only reason I keep it in the back of my liquor cabinet is on the off chance I ever meet anyone who wants a Negroni.

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Alcohol archeology: Bourbon de Luxe

Kevin R. Kosar

This bottle is a hoot. The labels sports classy Medieval stylings, and the back label proclaims, “The Zenith of possibility in Whiskey Quality.” Mind you, it is 51% straight whiskey, and 49% grain neutral spirits—making it pretty cheap stuff.

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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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I met Jack at the Mumbai airport

Tasting High

Buying your favorite liquor Brands while roaming in a large liquor store is an amazing experience specially at the #Mumbai airport where one can experience plethora of #liquor brands sourced from all over the world. While coming back my home town Jaipur after my fabulous trip from #Goa. I had to catch a flight from Mumbai Airport as my flight scheduled at 3.25 pm.

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Goal Digger

Bartender Barry

Ruling House : Tenth Ruling Planet : Saturn Symbol : The Sea Goat Dates : December 22 - January 19 Element : Earth ABOUT With their standards high and their goals even higher, Capricorns are the workaholics of the zodiac. Possessing extreme determination and high inner fortitude, it’s nearly impossible to out-hustle them. The last earth sign in the constellation, Capricorns are extremely grounded.

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Newcomers Trounce Celebrity Tequila Brands in Blind Tasting

Taste Tequila

Over the last year or so there have been some excellent blanco tequilas released into the market, so we thought it was high time to put together a blind tasting event to see how these newer products would measure against some popular contenders. We selected four new tequilas in our Confirmed Additive-Free program that we feel are of excellent quality and put them up against 2 well-known products to see how they would compare when tasted blind.

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Perry’s: Where to Find the Perfect Wine in Provincetown

The Informed Drinker

Storefront of Perry’s Fine Wine and Liquors in Provincetown, Massachusetts. Walking down Provincetown’s bustling Commercial Street is entertainment in and of itself. On any given day in the Cape Cod beach town’s busy summer season, you’re apt to see kids with dripping ice cream cones, gay and lesbian couples holding hands, and maybe even a drag queen posing for pictures and inviting you to purchase tickets to their show.

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4 Holiday Cocktails for Your Next Happy Hour

Boozist

After a long, exhausting year, there’s no better way to celebrate a job well done than with a counter full of holiday cocktails. And while many in-person holiday parties are still on hold, there’s no reason you can’t throw on your finest ugly sweater and party by yourself. If you’re looking for something that pairs […] The post 4 Holiday Cocktails for Your Next Happy Hour appeared first on Boozist.

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New Release: Bootleg Vol III by Heaven’s Door Whiskey

Intoxicology

Hey whiskey fans, recently Heaven’s Door Whiskey announced the Bootleg Series Vol III, the third limited release in the brand’s Bootleg Series, an annual release of rare whiskeys, named after Bob Dylan’s famed Bootleg albums. The new whiskey is available for pre-order now, and will be on shelves next month, just in time for the [.] The post New Release: Bootleg Vol III by Heaven’s Door Whiskey appeared first on Intoxicology.com.

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Cinnamon Syrup

Art of Drink

The best way to make a cinnamon syrup is to use stop using cinnamon sticks and do what the professionals at the soda fountain did, and that’s to use all-natural steam distilled cinnamon essential oil. It will be the best cinnamon syrup you’ve ever used and it works great in cocktails, tiki drinks, soda, and even on your pancakes. And it is […] The post Cinnamon Syrup first appeared on Art of Drink.

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Best Aged Rum Brands

Liquorista

What exactly is Rum? Rum is a fermented and distilled spirit made from sugarcane juices and/or other byproducts such as molasses. Rum starts out as a clear spirit and gets its rich color from being aged in oak barrels. Rum is made in many different countries around the world today, but the best of the best rum is still produced in the Caribbean and Latin America.

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AHP

Bar & Restaurant Expo

AHP admin Sat, 10/23/2021 - 06:23 AHP is a centenary association that focuses its action on the business and future of its members, oriented towards innovation, knowledge and the market. The hotel industry represents the best that is done in Portugal, for its innovation, for its class, for the excellent service of its professionals, but also for the representation it has today in its contribution to the national economy.

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The Savage Drop

Medium of Mixology

Ok, gotta make up for not posting in a year and post a bunch this week! This is the second cocktail I designed (or I should say modified) for my annual Xmas party this year. While the base recipe is essentially the modern vodka classic of the “Lemon Drop” my variant once again utilizes an infused simple syrup and bitters to transform the basic sour into something a bit more complex.

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James Ownby Reserve Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Kevin R. Kosar

Well, now, this caught my eye when it arrived unannounced—not least because I know an Ownby in Tennessee. (He’s a good guy.) before I say more about James Ownby Whiskey, let me offer a little backdrop.

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NEW PRESTIGIOUS SPICED RUM LAUNCHED BY THE WENSLEYDALE SPIRIT COMPANY

Tasting High

(10th July 2021, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom) The Wensleydale Spirit Company — producers of the internationally recognized and award-winning Taplin &Mageean craft gin range — is proud to announce the release of a brand new prestigious luxury spiced rum. Wensleydale Spiced Rum is distilled, not compounded, which contributes hugely to its exceptional quality.

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Girl on Fire

Bartender Barry

Ruling House : Ninth Ruling Planet : Jupiter Symbol : The Archer Dates : November 23 - December 21 Element : Fire ABOUT The explorers of the zodiac, Sagittarians are always on a quest for more. Whether it be more knowledge or better realization of self, they fearlessly seek out the unknown. Represented by the archer — also know as the centaur from Greek mythology — Sagittarians are wildly independent and never miss their mark.

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Why Tequila Prices Keep Climbing

Taste Tequila

High agave prices aren’t the only factor driving up the costs of making tequila. Producers are pointing to a number of mostly pandemic-related issues that are making everything from sourcing bottles, printing labels, and shipping products more difficult and costly. “Covid restrictions prevented many companies from operating for a period of time, and then many were granted (permission) to operate under certain restrictions, such as reduced staff and social distancing,” says Steffin Oghene , Vice

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Enjoy an IRISH STILETO to beat the Summer heat from: Whiskey Cocktails w/Brian Van Flandern

Creative Cocktail Consultants

This modern day variant of the classic Stileto cocktail is made with Irish Whiskey. It’s a Summer time chiller that’s guaranteed to cool you down on those hot, humid nights. Make one tonight! For more recipes visit: www.MyMixologist.com/blog IRISH STILETO 1 1/2 oz. Redbreast 12 Year Irish Whiskey 1/2 oz. Luxardo Amaretto Liqueur 2 1/4. Continue reading "Enjoy an IRISH STILETO to beat the Summer heat from: Whiskey Cocktails w/Brian Van Flandern" The post Enjoy an IRISH STILETO to beat

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Maker’s Mark ‘Whisky Flights’ Covers Checked Bag Fees

Boozist

Maker's Mark is helping travelers this holiday season by paying their checked bag fees. The post Maker’s Mark ‘Whisky Flights’ Covers Checked Bag Fees appeared first on Boozist.

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Two unknown facts about Irish whiskeys

Spiritsfully

The series continues! All the classes about whiskies are online now. Today, we will zoom on Irland with two specificities one can find only there. Let’s dive! The mash bill Irish whiskeys often mix malted and unmalted barley in their ground recipe. Three distillations Irish whiskeys are often distilled three times. 1. The wort/wash is heated in the first still (a wash still). 2.

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Art of Drink on YouTube

Art of Drink

Blogging has pretty much run its course, at least for me, though I still find Art of Drink a great place to publish some of my findings, like the post on Grenadine and I’ll still do that but it needs to be worthy of a post. The way forward though seems to be video because that is where the people are. So, […] The post Art of Drink on YouTube first appeared on Art of Drink.

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Best Sweet White Wine Brands

Liquorista

As you know, sweet white wines come in many forms and are made by various manufacturers. With this in mind, it can be pretty difficult to find the best out there — it isn’t as easy as just walking into your nearest shop and picking up the first bottle of white you see. Why? Well, it probably won’t be worth it! But, do not fret, we are here to tell you the best sweet white wines out there, so you are well informed the next time you are sent on a wine errand.

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Wine Weekend Getaway in Charlottesville

The Informed Drinker

Tasting flight on the outdoor patio at King Family Vineyards With an itch for a change in scenery, we recently planned a long weekend getaway to Charlottesville, Virginia. We first visited Charlottesville several years back to tour Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, and we found ourselves charmed by the small city’s mix of history and college town life fueled by the University of Virginia.

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Ginger 46

Medium of Mixology

Well, well, well…here we are again just a month out from my annual Christmas party. So to get back into posting again (hopefully) here’s the last cocktail I designed and the first one to post. As per usual I pick one cocktail for each core spirit to highlight and make for my guests throughout the evening. I found this year however, that picking a solid whiskey drink to be the most challenging.

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Advanced Customer Service: How To Get It Right And Not Fail Your Venue

Be a Better Bartender

Advanced Customer Service Advanced customer service is the foundation of your brand. Hospitality is a Customer first business with customer-first experiences. So it’s only right that customer service is at the forefront of your business. The ability to […] The post Advanced Customer Service: How To Get It Right And Not Fail Your Venue appeared first on Be A Better Bartender.

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5 Top of the Shelf Irish Single Malt Whiskey as a collectable at your home.

Tasting High

Whiskey aficionados all over the world eager to learn more about the whiskey, there are occasions and reasons to enjoy your favorite dram. Whether it be, whisky on the go, whiskey with friends, whisky get-together, and top of the shelf whisky at home most often makes a big difference. 5 Top of the Shelf Irish Single Malt whiskey you can never ignore as a collectable at your home.

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Black Widow

Bartender Barry

Ruling House : Eigth Ruling Planet : Pluto Symbol : The Scorpion Dates : October 23 - November 22 Element : Water ABOUT Intense, psychic, and extremely calculating, Scorpios are not everyone’s cup of tea. And they're perfectly content with that. They’re difficult to get to know. They love being in control and will get to the truth no matter what. For Scorpios, life is a game of chess, not checkers and they’re already a few steps ahead of you.

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Remembering Tomas Estes – 7 questions

Taste Tequila

In a 2018 audio interview, the famed Tequila Ambassador reflects on his life On October 30, 2018 Tomas Estes came to our home in Tlaquepaque, Mexico to interview us for an update he was doing to his book, The Tequila Ambassador. Knowing that he was a far more interesting subject than us, I asked if I could interview him at the end of the day in the style of a Proust Questionnaire – a series of existential questions that I thought he was perfectly suited for since he was such a deep thinker

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