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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Rye That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

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—Nick Daddona, bartender, Dark Bar at the Boston Harbor Hotel , Boston “A new and exciting addition to our market is Rye & Sons. Helmed by Andre Mack, a renowned sommelier and winemaker, Rye & Sons is an exciting approach to rye from a wine perspective. The proof, coming in at 99.6, appeared first on VinePair.

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The Drinks World Has Hit Peak Astrology

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When you disclose the precious and telling information, the bartender offers you a drink that is just like you — diligent and soft, yet stubborn. Imagine getting a bottle of wine on your birthday that matches your moon rising, along with a 10-minute consultation with an astrologer. For Scorpio season, the wine is orange.

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Meet the Mixologist: Jocelyn Jolley

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Jocelyn Jolley is head bartender at Michael’s on Naples , an Italian restaurant in Long Beach, CA. Although, I also always enjoy a nice, bold glass of red wine. Notes Jocelyn Jolley, head bartender at Michael’s on Naples in Long Beach, CA, created this recipe. I prefer to keep it simple and savor something slowly.

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Next Wave Awards Bar Program of the Year: Shinji’s

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To get guests in the door, technique was the standpoint,” says Adler, a sommelier, former chef, and veteran of esteemed establishments like Contra and Saison. Here, beverage director Jonathan Adler challenges the laws of chemistry to divine drink magic — the kind that can actually be explained. “To

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How brands can use London Spirits Competition to grow international markets

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The judging is broken down like this: Q (Quality Score) + Value Score (V) + Package Score (P) = London Wine Competition Score. The Ambassadors selected are different personalities ranging from Masters of Wine, Master Sommeliers, Head Bartenders, Mixologisits, Instagramers, YouTubers and Writers.

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We Asked 19 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Winter Cocktail?

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” —Donya El Shoubasi, sommelier, Asador Bastian , Chicago “Maybe due to its absolutely zero-frills nature, the Rusty Nail hasn’t evolved from ironic to post-ironic anomaly like the Espresso Martini. There is something very nostalgic about it, and it’s a great way to use a day-old bottle of red wine.”

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We Asked 17 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Scotch That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

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” —Ian Alexander, head bartender, The Dead Rabbit , NYC “The best Scotch that is new to me is GlenAllachie 15 Year. ” —Daniel Grajewski, senior director of wine & beverage, Nubeluz by José Andrés , NYC “Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 Year is one of my favorites at the moment. Anselm , Washington, D.C.