Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The five-day festival features tastings, seminars, brand-driven happy hours, and three signature events: the Cocktail Carnival, Top Bars, and Last Slinger Standing. It’s dark, sexy and nautical-themed with a serious tiki cocktail menu and Dave Muhlstein aka Captain Dave, a one-man-marvel behind the bar.

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VinePair

JUNE 20, 2024

On those dog days, a tall glass of something refreshing can be necessary — especially at happy hour. With gin and crème de framboise liqueur at its base, the berry-forward build gets its extra zip from lime juice and ginger ale. To lower the ABV, swap out the raspberry liqueur for raspberry simple syrup.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

UnderTow is a tiki bar with tropical drinks. Its menu, designed to look like a 1920s New York City newspaper, riffs on everything from burlesque (the Stars and Garters cocktail features cardamom-infused tequila and hibiscus liqueur) to wonton soup (gin, bourbon, yellow Chartreuse, wonton broth, and toasted sesame).

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Their take on the classic features the usual suspects — bourbon , sweet vermouth , Campari — plus two Japanese plum liqueurs. A Gin Martini at Lola’s Credit: Lola’s Sometimes, proximity is key when it’s happy hour, and low-key restaurant Lola’s has been a solid addition to the office ecosystem.

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Bartender.com

APRIL 10, 2025

Bartenders often incorporate mint, basil, or cilantro to create refreshing beverages perfect for happy hour. A custom cream liqueur blend can transform a White Russian, while a house-made orange cordial adds depth to a variety of citrus-based drinks.

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Bartender.com

APRIL 10, 2025

Quality glassware is crucial for serving various cocktails and liqueurs. For instance, a vintage-inspired bar might feature copper mugs for Moscow Mules and coupe glasses for fizz cocktails, while a tropical theme could showcase colorful margarita glasses and tiki mugs. For precise measurements, jiggers are indispensable.

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