VinePair

JANUARY 10, 2024

For some it’s a welcome ritual after riding a months-long wave of holiday cheer, while others may shudder at the thought of abandoning their happy hours and nightcaps for a full calendar month. Some people even find a happy medium between the two extremes in a slightly boozy Damp January. Ah, Dry January.

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A Bar Above

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Stock photo courtesy of Smoke Top SMOKE TOP INFUSER Pair it with a smoking torch or check out one of the many smoking guns on the market if you want to go that route. Ritual has whiskey, gin, tequila, and rum alternatives to choose from, so your giftee can make a variety of cocktails sans liquor!

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Cheers

APRIL 29, 2024

“Empress is still a young, developing brand that has nearly tripled its national distribution over the past two years,” says Eric Dopkins, CEO and founder of Milestone Brands, whose collection of Growth Brands winners includes the Rising Star Empress 1908 Gin. Premiumization also comes in the form of local, better ingredients. “Our

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

As a positive offshoot, many cutting-edge bars have judgment-free vibes and menus that give crowd-pleasing Margaritas just as much care and attention as lacto-fermented mushroom infusions. You need to have Metallicas greatest hits in your front pocket and Bob Dylans B-sides in your back pocket, he says. Its a promising playlist.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Balsamic Cocktail ) Final Thoughts Copyright A Bar Above, generated with AI Lets be honest: Whether due to anxiety or boredom or all those Zoom happy hours, alcohol consumption is on the rise during the pandemic. Monday Gin is another brand that came up a lot in our community group.) Even better yet, make your own!

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Imbibe Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Cotton blend and crew length, the socks dial up the dapper vibe just in time for happy hour. $16 Harlem Brew Soul: A Beer-Infused Soul Food Cookbook Celeste Beatty was one of the first Black woman to own a brewery in the U.S. when she founded Harlem Brewing Company. . when she founded Harlem Brewing Company. Bottled at 55.7

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Plum Boulevardier at Bar Goto Niban Credit: VinePair Staff You can’t really go wrong with any of the well-crafted cocktails or highballs at Bar Goto Niban (the Sakura Martini, with its mix of gin and sake, is a popular order). But the Plum Boulevardier is the real sleeper hit at the tucked away Park Slope bar.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

From delicate floral infusions to robust spiced blends, tea cocktails offer a unique and refreshing twist on classic drinks, appealing to both tea aficionados and cocktail enthusiasts alike. Bartenders began experimenting with tea infusions and incorporating tea's nuanced flavors into their creations. oz gin, 0.75

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Bartender.com

APRIL 10, 2025

Bartenders at barschool emphasize the importance of using chilled glassware and premium gin or vodka as the base. For a variation, some bartenders incorporate sparkling wine to create a Vesper Martini, adding complexity to this classic cocktail: Ingredient Measurement Purpose Gin or Vodka 2-3 oz Base spirit Dry Vermouth 0.5-1

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Bartender.com

APRIL 10, 2025

From designating a mixing area for gin and tonic preparation to keeping silver bar tools within reach, each aspect contributes to efficient cocktail making. Creating a dedicated space for specialty ingredients, such as tomato juice for Bloody Marys or art-inspired botanical infusions, adds flair to the bar’s offerings.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The drink features gin , Maraschino liqueur, pineapple juice, and bitters with a cherry garnish. Upper East Side: Gin Martini From institutions like Bemelmans to the newly reopened Le Veau dOr , the Upper East Side is consistently one of the best places to indulge in a Martini.

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