VinePair

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Mezcal Derrumbes Oaxacas light smokiness combined with Amaro Montenegro's bitter orange and clove create this cozy cocktail.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The European Union (EU) should enhance existing policy tools and bolster wine growers' resilience to safeguard the sector's future.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Velocity, a cash-flow based financing platform, has earmarked Rs 200 crore for next year to support and accelerate growth in the restaurant and cloud kitchen ecosystem across India. The fund is specifically allocated to address the challenges linked to F&B sector’s funding from traditional financing institutions. Velocity offers cash-flow based financing, enabling restaurants and cloud kitchens to effectively manage capital expenditure, working capital, open new outlets, purchase equip

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Coca-Cola Company has signed an agreement to acquire Billson's Beverages, an Australian producer of ARTD beverages.

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DECEMBER 20, 2024

A refreshing Peach Fizz cocktail combines peach schnapps, lemon juice, and soda water for a light, fruity drink perfect for any occasion.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Colruyt, the Belgium-based grocer, has paused deliveries of a clutch of JDE Peets coffee products amid a dispute over price.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Recently-listed US spirits producer Heritage Distilling Company has appointed two drinks industry stalwarts to board roles.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Diageo India, in partnership with the Skill Council for Persons with Disability (SCPwD), celebrated 85 specially-abled students at a convocation ceremony held at the Cosmos College of Education, Noida. These students were prepared for three months in food and beverage (F&B) services at SCPwD’s Noida centre. The students were trained in two courses—F&B Steward and Front Office Steward—to help them serve at the reception, housekeeping, and in other F&B service areas o

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Diageo has declined to comment on a report the UK group plans to sell its Croc vodka following the end of a tie-up with Sean Diddy Combs.

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Bar Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

WIN THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR YOU AND YOUR TEAM Set to bring some holiday joy to the hospitality sector, the industry-leading training programme, Mix with Britvic , wants to celebrate and reward hospitality staff for their hard work over the festive period. Launching its exclusive Christmas competition, Britvic will be gifting one lucky team the ultimate night off from mixing in the new year, as well as the chance to win 2,000 cash towards their outlets Christmas party.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 20, 2024

FrieslandCampina and Micolbel have talked up the positives of their planned deal but Europes dairy sector is a tough place to do business.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Born in Jalisco, Mexico and crafted in Texas, Weber Ranch 1902 Vodka showcases the versatility that vodka gains when it is distilled from 100% Blue Weber Agave. With the launch earlier this year, the brands owners aim to shatter preconceptions about what vodka can be and revitalize the category for a new generation of adventurous drinkers. Check out these classic cocktails perfect for holiday mixing!

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 20, 2024

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Chilled 100 Spirits Awards – Cutting-edge awards system adds Calvados as a new category. The Interprofession des Applellations Cidricoles (idac) for Calvados participation in the Chilled 100 Spirits Awards delivered impressive success and established Calvados as a top-tier spirit by bartenders. The Calvados Conseil submitted 77 entries, earning a multitude of honors, that highlights the spirits exceptional versatility and innovation.

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Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In my nine years of contributing to this column, I realized I have recommended a bottle of vodka just once. That’s not to say that I don’t keep vodka on hand, and plenty of bartenders espouse the merits of a vodka Martini. So when a bottle of Verit Vodka Italiana crossed my desk, my interest was piqued, not least because Italy isn’t exactly the first country you associate with vodka.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

You never know where you’ll find emotionally resonant beer content. This week, a newsletter I read called The Hustle reported on the necessity to ration Guinness in the UK due to a recent spike in its popularity. They also linked to this TikTok from someone who was literally brought to tears by splitting the G in their last pint of Guinness in Dublin.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As the U.S.s best-selling spirit, vodka is a beloved staple for a reason. It shines in classic cocktails like the Martini and Bloody Mary and is beloved in creations like the Moscow Mule and Espresso Martini. And while tequila and whiskey may be closing in on vodkas popularity on-premise , the neutral spirit isnt going anywhere anytime soon. Thats why we nailed down the absolute best bottles to gift your loved ones this year.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, American whiskey producers are showcasing innovation through unique partnerships, experimental techniques, and the revival of fan favorites. In new American whiskey releases, Chattanooga revisits an icon and Log Still collaborates with the Archdiocese of Louisville. Hidden Barn adds to the Series One line, and Wheel Horse unveils a 5 Year Old.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Heaven Hill Heritage Collection, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection , and Willett portfolio all contain some of the most sought-after bourbons on the market. Unfortunately, the bourbon nerds a.k.a. Taters usually snatch up all the bottles before any casual consumer even has the chance to consider purchasing them. The situation has only gotten worse over the years.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Credit: ASMWC After years of tireless campaigning by the American Single Malt Whiskey Commission (ASMWC) , the Distilled Spirits Council Of The United States (DISCUS) , and producers across the U.S., the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has finally ratified the American Single Malt Whiskey Category. The finalization of standards will promote and protect this burgeoning category.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Diageo Plc is exploring the sale of Cîroc Vodka, previously endorsed by music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. The company has reportedly approached potential buyers, including beverage firms and private equity groups, to assess interest. The discussions are in early stages and may or may not result in a deal. This move follows the resolution of a lawsuit in January, in which Combs accused Diageo of racial discrimination, alleging neglect of Cîroc Vodka and DeLeón Tequila.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Chateau Cos d’Estournel is a second-growth wine in the St. Estephe region of Bordeaux, but the operation is producing much more than its $75-a-bottle flagship offerings. The operation — the “s” in Cos is not silent, by the way — has six levels of wines, both white and red, most of which don’t actually carry the full Cos dEstournel name.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

TL;DR Johnnie Walker Black Label Speyside Origin is a 12 year old limited-edition blended scotch whisky showcasing the rich, fruity character of Speyside. Featuring single malts from distilleries like Cardhu and Glendullan, it offers honeyed sweetness, orchard fruits, and subtle vanilla notes. Released as a travel retail exclusive, it remains hard to source and has limited reviews or awards.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Madhvendra Deo Singh chose to venture into mead making, despite it being a relatively unknown category in India because of his passion for innovation and desire to create something unique and rooted in nature. Mead, often referred to as the ‘Drink of the Gods’, resonated with his vision of crafting natural, high-quality products while reflecting his agricultural heritage.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

TL;DR Johnnie Walker Black Label Lowlands Origin is a limited-edition blend showcasing the Lowland regions light, floral character. Aged 12 years and featuring whiskies from Glenkinchie and Cameronbridge, it was released in 2019 for travel retail. While not widely awarded or reviewed, its praised for its smooth simplicity and serves as an approachable introduction to Lowland whisky.

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The Cocktail Lovers

DECEMBER 20, 2024

We’re less than a week away from Christmas Day and we don’t know about you but we’re definitely in the festive mood. While this episode wont see us going into full eggnog and sleigh-bell sound effects mode, we’re certainly offering a nod in the Christmas direction. Our book choice is one that we always rely on for the season its How To Drink At Christma s from Victoria Moore.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 20, 2024

We like to keep things fairly evergreen here at Cocktail College. However, it would feel a bit out of place to run an episode on eggnog at the height of summer when sweat is dripping down our backs and were all craving a refreshing seasonal sipper. So here we are, less than a week out from Dec. 25, with the ultimate guide to this all-American staple.

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Gastronom

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Last Updated on December 20, 2024 by Leah Hall This Fall Apple Cocktail highlights Applejack as the main spirit. Mix up this boozy stirred drink for great fall and winter sipping. Make this Fall Apple Cocktail with just 4 simple ingredients! Seasonal drinks are a favorite around our house, and we love to highlight … The post Easy Autumn Apple Cocktail Recipe appeared first on Gastronom Cocktails.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 20, 2024

South Bay Singles Day: A Beer Garden, The Slip & Partying InRedondo Beach A sunny beer garden makes for a great start to Super Bowl Sunday in the South Bay. The South Bay Beach Citiesof Los Angeles always looks forward to the year’s good party events and one of the best is Super Bowl Sunday. In starts with the annual Super Bowl 10K, a race through the streets of seaside Redondo Beach, hits an early high note with a post-race beer garden, then turns into a succession of small bar visits

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Cocktails with Suderman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Perhaps the funniest description of the Grasshopper cocktail—or at least the grumpiest—comes from David Embury. In his 1940s cocktail manual, The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks , he noted that the drink usually consisted of cream, crème de cacao, and crème de menthe, but sometimes blackberry brandy was added to the mix. “This,” he wrote, “results in a rather muddy-looking locust; but, with or without the blackberry, as a cocktail it is strictly vile.” Emb

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PubClub

DECEMBER 20, 2024

New Years Eve, Mardi Gras, JazzFest, Pardi Gras &Festivals In The Big Easy Girls enjoy one of the many events from a Bourbon Street balcony in New Orleans. New Orleans is a year-round party yet added to this like shrimp into gumbo are a number of fun events that add even more spice to the city. PubClub.com has compiled this list of our top events, along with a description and the dates for 2025.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The first whisky in the Tamdhu Dedication Collection will be released in March 2025. Photo: Tamdhu Tamdhu have announced the debut scotch whisky in their new The Dedication Collection. The 43 year old scotch is the first of eight super exclusive whiskies that will be released by Tamdhu over the coming years. To celebrate the launch they have partnered with photomicrographer Peter Woitschikowski to show scotch in a way it never has been before.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 20, 2024

San Francisco’s famous skyline is framed by fireworks over the bay. The City by the Bay shoots fireworks over the bay on New Year’s Eve. San Francisco celebrates the end of the old year and the beginning of the new one with a free midnight show framed by the Bay Bridge. Called “Fireworks Over The Bay,” ittakes place off Pier 14 at the foot of Mission Street and the Embarcardero.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The SMWS doesnt just release scotch, or even just single cask whiskies. Photo: Peter Sandground The SMWS or Scotch Malt Whisky Society as it is officially known, started out as a group of friends sharing a love of scotch whisky in its purest form: single cask, cask strength, uncoloured and not chill-filtered. For modern scotch fans that seems like a normal request, but in the 1980s single malt scotch was a niche, and cask strength independent bottlings even more so.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Strip fireworks show is a NYE highlight in Vegas. Photo: PubClub.com Las Vegas for New Year’s Eve is a blast and a bang. Several bangs, actually. For NYE 2024, Sin City has two fireworks show, one along multiple hotels along the Strip and another one downtown at the Fremont Street Experience. More than 400,000 go to Las Vegas for New Year’s Eve.

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