PUNCH

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Here are their picks for high-end tequila, mezcal, gin, whiskey and vodka. This is the best top-shelf liquor, according to bartenders.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2024

The base ingredients call for vodka/citrus vodka, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and cranberry juice cocktail. To change it up, use premium or different flavored vodka, switch out the cranberry juice for a natural unsweetened cranberry juice to reduce sweetness, or use other fresh juices, like orange, grapefruit, or pomegranate.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

El Toxica: an Espresso Martini made with mazapn-washed Sierra Norte Red corn whiskey. Photo courtesy of Mirate You offer an expansive selection of Mexican spirits, not just agave, but also rum and vodka. And of course, the great length we go to in order to source and showcase unique and often Mirate-exclusive spirits.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2024

The 2024 Chilled 100 Spirits Awards Judges are: Lance Bowman Chicago, Illinois Expertise: Agave spirits, whiskey, rum, amari, CRT certified in tequila, curated backbar of over 100 agave spirits. Ramona Jackson Atlanta, Georgia Expertise: Whiskey. John Prepolec Detroit, Michigan Expertise: Bourbon, Japanese whiskey, and tequila.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

The finalists had been determined by a preliminary round held in June, after which the six highest-scoring spirits in Gin, Rum, Liqueur, American Whiskey, World Whisky, and Agave Spirits advanced to the final round. Spirits of the Year were determined by the judges marking their top three in order.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For home bartenders], using the same mix in a Margarita , Whiskey Sour , and Tom Collins will result in subpar drinks that taste overwhelmingly similar. ” —Josh Gandee, host, No Proof podcast “Not all celebrity tequilas deserve to be behind the bar. No craft cocktail bar should ever use it. Plus, it just isn’t a great look.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Espanita Double Barrel Añejo Tequila Rich, elegantly executed, and decadently delicious double-barrel aged Añejo tequila that charms with tantalizing, aromatic Bourbon notes while expressing its grassy, fruit-driven Agave foundation. Today we’re highlighting just some of the (many) bottles we’ll be gifting this season.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Liqueur , Red Wine , Vodka Banfi Rosa Regale Vampire’s Delight Ingredients 1 oz. Chocolate Vodka 2 oz. Sparkling Wine , Whiskey Bloody Party Punch Ingredients 4 oz. Sparkling Wine , Whiskey Bloody Party Punch Ingredients 4 oz. Whiskey Proper No. Tequila Tequila Herradura Reposado Margarita Ingredients 2 oz.

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 17, 2024

By the late 40s brandy’s popularity began to wane with Americans who had begun to favor vodka as the tipple of choice, and in 1949, three West Coast businessmen, whose families are still owners to this day, purchased the operations and the company transitioned to rectification. Big Gin was created by bartenders for bartenders.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

About 15 years ago, the nascent craft spirits industry was awash in vodka. Distillers just getting started needed ready cash flow, and the unaged neutral spirit — America’s top-selling category — gave them something to offer consumers while their whiskey matured. Once ubiquitous, craft vodka soon gave way to whiskey.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Day 2: Two Turtle Doves Liqueur , Vodka Two Turtle Doves Ingredients 1 oz - Vanilla Vodka 1 oz - Chocolate Liqueur 1 oz - Hazelnut Liqueur 1 oz - Espresso (Preferably Fresh) Garnish - Chocolate Shavings Glassware: Martini Preparation Add all of the ingredients to a shaker tin without ice. oz - Espresso Vodka.5

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 15, 2024

Will you select a base of whiskey, gin, vodka, rum, or tequila for your cocktail? Liqueur , Vodka Spring Training Ingredients 1 1/2 oz. citrus vodka 1/2 oz. Tequila The Ballpark Paloma Ingredients 1 1/2 oz. tequila añejo 3/4 oz. Liqueur , Whiskey The Cracker Jack Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz.

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Drinkhacker

JULY 10, 2024

At this point, the celebrity spirits market is undeniably crowded, with enough whiskey and agave-based brands to make the average consumer’s head spin. So in a world packed with flavored whiskey and tequila, Jason Momoa’s entry into spirits stands out for what it isn’t: flavored, aged, or infused.

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Drinkhacker

APRIL 25, 2024

The company is (thank God) not making whiskey or tequila but rather flavored white spirits, including vodka and gin. Origen Holistic Spirits Specialty Vodka – That’s the formal name, but it doesn’t really say “Specialty Vodka” on the label. We got them both and put them to the test.

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Golden Ghost In this Bijou cocktail riff, mezcal and tequila step in for gin, while crème de cacao and génépy add layers of sweetness to the mix. Nightwish In this refreshing vodka cocktail from Halloween pop-up Black Lagoon , banana liqueur and sherry round out the flavors while just a bit of salinity amps them up.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A few signatures include Friends with Benefits ($25) , whiskey, bitters, sugar – bottled and cured in beeswax; One Time Thing ($26) , cognac, banana, Montenegro, sherry, bitters; Hops to the Beat ($24) , tequila, citra hops, serrano, pineapple, lime, salt; Money, Baby! ($20)

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Keep in mind, these aren’t just standard slugs of vodka , tequila , or whiskey. We’re seeing it take hold in restaurants, too, with shots frequently encouraged as a way to kick off or end a meal. The new era of shots is embracing more nuanced offerings like the M&M, or Cynar split with a bit of St-Germain.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 1, 2024

Instead of vodka, the Dutch Mule opts for an earthy gin. Patrick’s Day (3/17) , skip the green beer and add this Irish Whiskey cocktail to your menu. This festive drink mixes whiskey, tequila, and Cointreau for a zesty and tantalizing experience. For National Moscow Mule Day, try this fruity and bright twist.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Whilst we are, first and foremost, a whiskey website, we understand that whiskey isn’t for everyone. Luckily, there is a wide range of spirit advent calendars out there for people who don’t like whiskey. So, let’s take a look at some of the best spirit advent calendars for those who prefer not to drink whiskey.

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

Implement a cocktail menu that uses different spirits, such as vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey and different flavor profiles. Look to ethnic flavors from around the world and check out your local farmers market for inspiration.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2024

The Big Apple, as the city is ironically nicknamed, is seeing a renaissance of classic cocktails like whiskey sours, martinis, and highballs. For Altair’s Roasted Apples cocktail, apple butter, apple brandy, and whiskey are brought together to create a velvet-like whiskey sour variation. Beezwax Belvedere 0.5 Dolin Dry 0.5

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

The Bacardi Limited portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, PATRÓN® tequila, GREY GOOSE® vodka, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including WILLIAM LAWSON’S® Scotch whisky, D’USSÉ® (..)

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Tequila has been an industry darling in recent time. One possible answer: Look at whiskey. This other trendy category exploded in popularity years before tequila’s rapid rise. Whiskey has now cooled off. After the combined tequila and mezcal category grew 17% in 2022, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S.,

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VinePair

MARCH 4, 2024

It’s not news that tequila is near the top of spirits sales in the U.S. right now, outselling even red-hot American whiskey and just a few paces behind longtime leader vodka, according to the Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS). Last year, tequila sales totaled 31.6 tequila sales, according to Impact Databank.

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 23, 2024

Black Rock Chiller In this simple batched cocktail, Branca Menta’s minty cooling power matches crisp tequila and earthy gentian liqueur. As an equal-parts drink, this recipe can be easily scaled up or down The Buck Hunter A simple combo of whiskey, lemon and ginger, this might just be the perfect pitcher cocktail.

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VinePair

JANUARY 14, 2025

I posit that rum could be a great substitute for American whiskey , which, let’s face it, is seeing lower quality, and lower age statements for higher prices year after year while rum offers richness and complexity along with tremendous value. It’s a great combination of flavors that will appeal to a large audience.

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VinePair

JANUARY 23, 2024

After 13 years of consecutive growth, tequila exports have finally fallen, according to a report from the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT). Tequila exports first started seeing substantial growth in 2009, when Mexico was shipping 136.4 after vodka. Still, new export data suggests that the tequila bubble might be bursting.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 13, 2023

It’s clear that vodka is beloved worldwide: It’s a centuries-old staple in Eastern Europe, Americans love it , and it remains the world’s second-largest spirits category behind only baijiu. Earlier this year, the Spirits Business examined the top 10 best-selling vodka brands with case sales over 1 million in 2022. million in 2022.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 26, 2024

From bourbon to scotch, and tequila, industry experts meticulously taste and score hundreds of spirits, awarding “Best In Show” to a select few in each category. So, today, I thought we could take a look at the best American whiskeys. Many blends, ryes, and Bottled-In-Bond American whiskeys were entered into the competition last year.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

It adds complexity to a vodka drink. It complements the vegetal terroir that comes through with tequila. “I If people are used to core spirits at their home bar — like vodka, gin, tequila or whiskey drinks — it might feel really new. It balances the botanical notes of gin. So for me it’s really easy to enjoy.

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A Bar Above

MAY 28, 2024

Personally, my dad loves Margaritas, so a bottle of Casa Noble’s organic, aged tequila would be an ideal gift for him. If the dads on your list aren’t tequila drinkers, pick up one of these bottles instead: Whiskey lovers : Try Koval — They even have a variety gift pack containing rye whiskey, bourbon, and four-grain.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Essential spirits include vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, each offering a unique flavor profile. The Old Fashioned: This iconic whiskey cocktail, originating in the 19th century, combines 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey with 1 sugar cube or 1/2 oz simple syrup and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

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Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Alaska serves Buffalo Trace and Aviation Gin, while Delta features Du Nord Foundation Vodka among its offerings. When you’re at 30,000 feet, grab a tequila on the rocks and a spare cup. A whiskey soda or a Gin & Tonic are both great staples,” he says. When we go to Japan, they offer sake.” Sometimes simple is best.

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PubClub

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Tequila samples with smiles are a big part of the San Diego Spirits Festival. This Irish whiskey has a prime pouring area at the Spirits Festival. Photo: PubClub.com It’s spirits with a smile at the serving spot for Tanteo tequila. Here are the dates, drinks, tickets, location and information.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 12, 2024

The double-blind tasting competition is held annually and features everything from whiskey and bourbon to tequila and vodka. To name every gold medal winner in the American whiskey and bourbon categories would take a long time. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is named for George T. Stagg bourbons.

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A Bar Above

MAY 20, 2024

Table of Contents : Margarita Raspberry Lemonade Sparkler Daiquiri Sangria Whiskey Sour Punch Mocktails List of Bar Tools You’ll Need Photo courtesy of DesignPickle/stock.adobe.com The Classic Margarita The classic Margarita is one of the best celebratory cocktails you could offer your guests. Shake well for about 10-15 seconds.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 2, 2024

Spirits competitions across the world pit the best whiskies, bourbons, tequilas, vodkas, and more against one another. In 2014, we started the North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition. Vodka is the most arduous spirit to judge correctly Good vodka is almost tasteless. Photo by Christopher J.

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