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We Run a Makeshift Bar Out of a Diner. Here’s How.

PUNCH

A new cocktail bar pop-up operating out of New York diner S&P makes it work with "luncheonette ice," food-inspired drink recipes and more.

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Just 10 Days to Go: Vote Now for the 2025 Bar Awards

Australian Bartender

The countdown is on there are just 10 days left to cast your vote for the 2025 Bar Awards ! Each year, the Bar Awards celebrate the best of the best in the Australian hospitality scene from top-tier bars and standout bartenders to original cocktail programs and upcoming industry stars. This is your chance to recognise the talent and dedication that keep Australias bar culture world-class.

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The Next Modern Classic?

PUNCH

Five cocktail recipes that deserve modern classic status in 2025, from a nonalcoholic Negroni to easy mezcal, bourbon and Scotch recipes.

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How to Read a German Wine Label

Imbibe Magazine

If you arent entirely certain how to navigate all the terminology on German wine labels, youre not alone. Like many global regions, German wine classifications are governmentally regulated and geospecific. In Germany, winemakers use words like Prdikatswein , Trocken , Auslese , and more to denote quality as well as characteristics like dryness and ripeness.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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10 Standout Blanco Tequilas to Try

Chilled Magazine

The tequila world is more complex than it seems. There are various styles including blanco, reposado, aejo, extra aejo, joven, cristalino, and even mixto. It would be easy to get overwhelmed by sifting through all the different types. While we could get into the definition of each of these types of tequila, today is all about blanco. Blanco tequila (also known as plata or silver tequila) is a designation for tequila that was either completely unaged or lightly aged for only a few weeks or months

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The 30 Best Rosé Wines of 2025

VinePair

Check out the best ross from previous years here ! Orange wines and chilled reds continue to challenge ros for a spot in the summer lineup, but we cant deny that the incumbent warm-weather wine continues to draw our attention with its ever-expanding range of styles. While the pale pink bottles from Provence that originally sparked the ros frenzy remain wildly popular, there are wines from around the world that offer something new and exciting for curious drinkers, from juicy co-ferments to savor

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Review: Oaklore Four Grain Bourbon

Drinkhacker

Opening in 2022 in Matthews, North Carolinaa suburb just southeast of CharlotteOaklore Distilling is rooted in a vision that began years earlier. Back in 2017, the founders took their first bold step by laying down barrels of whiskey in partnership with sister distilleries in both North Carolina and Kentucky. While the Kentucky source remains undisclosed, the North Carolina whiskey was distilled by Southern Distilling in Statesville, just 56 miles north.

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Bourbon Review: Breckenridge Whiskey Finished In XO Cognac Casks

The Whiskey Wash

A Breckenridge limited release whiskey finished in cognac casks. This is a high-rye bourbon mash aged for a minimum of three years before being finished in cognac casks.

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Eight Amazing Ways to Pair Foods With Tequila Ocho

VinePair

Premium tequila makes for an amazing food-pairing partner with a wide variety of dishes, something that has long been known in Mexico, where fans sip premium tequila either neat, in cocktails, or enjoyed alongside anything from casual fare to fine dining. And Tequila Ocho, with its emphasis on terroir and commitment to using only three simple ingredients, is an ideal option.

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Hispanic consumer confidence in US improving, Constellation Brands says

Just Drinks

Sentiment among Hispanic beer drinkers in the US, concerned about the economy and immigration policy, is improving, Constellation said.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Racquet Club Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

Gin, dry vermouth, and orange bitters make the Racquet Club cocktail a crisp, flavorful choice with easy garnish and snack pairings.

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The Melbourne Royal Australian Spirits Awards go international for the first time

Australian Bartender

The Melbourne Royal Australian Spirits Awards is inviting distillers from around the world to compete for the first time, transforming the event into a global benchmark for quality in spirits production. By opening to international entries, Melbourne Royal is set to elevate its influence on the world stage offering distillers an opportunity to showcase their craftsmanship in front of an elite judging panel.

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Raising the Bar for Wellbeing in Hospitality 

Bar Magazine

By Kathrin Cockhill, Senior Business Development, Agilysys & Mark Lewis, Chief Executive Officer, Hospitality Action Hospitality Actions 2024 Taking the Temperature survey revealed a workforce reeling from economic and emotional pressures. More than three in four hospitality professionals (76%) said theyve struggled with their mental health at some point in their career a 20% increase from 2018.

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6 Things You Should Know About Louis Latour, One of the Longest Family-Owned Wineries in Burgundy

VinePair

Located in the Aloxe-Corton commune in Burgundys Cte-dOr one will find Louis Latour, a historic winery established in 1797 by third-generation winegrower Jean Latour. Over the centuries, the Latour family has retained ownership of the winery and gradually expanded its vineyard holdings in some of the most prized Burgundian villages. Today, the winery owns approximately 120 acres of vineyards, roughly 67 of which are Grand Cru, making Louis Latour the largest holder of Grand Cru plots in all of B

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Middle West Spirits snaps up fellow US distiller Old Elk 

Just Drinks

Middle West Spirits has acquired fellow US distiller Old Elk Distillery to expand its footprint in the country.

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Beachcomber Cocktail for Summer Sipping

Mix That Drink

A simple mix of light rum, Cointreau, lime juice, and maraschino liqueur makes the Beachcomber a go-to choice for any casual get-together.

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Maryland Distillers Unite to Launch ‘Rye Curious’ Campaign

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Maryland Distillers Guild Maryland’s distillers are joining forces to reclaim their state’s position in American whiskey history. The Maryland Distillers Guild has launched a new Rye Curious campaign designed to spotlight the history and tradition of Maryland rye whiskey, the state’s official spirit. To mark the campaign’s launch, Baltimore Spirits Co. , McClintock Distilling , and Sagamore Spirits have created a special collaborative blend.

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Would You Dare to Drink Italy’s Exploding Lemonade?

VinePair

Lemonade stands are one of the official harbingers of summer. Although not as popular as they used to be, whenever the weather starts to heat up, a bunch of young entrepreneurs across the country take to the sidewalks to serve homemade refreshments to parched pedestrians, usually for a bargain price. While some cite the U.S. as the birthplace of this phenomenon, it turns out that the people of Naples coined the idea first.

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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Photo Locations In Switzerland Revealed

PubClub

SI Swimsuit model Penny Lane poses in Zurich, Switzerland. Ever wonder the exotic photo locations of the models in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue? Well this year, two locations in Switzerland were used and here they are revealed. They are in the Swiss Alps village of Saas-Fee in the Valais Matterhorn region and the city streets of Zurich. PubClub.com has been ot both places.

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Montana: Inside Antinori x Caporale's new bar

Drinks International

As far as bar collaborations go, it doesn’t get much bigger than this. The founders of number two and number three in The World’s 50 Best Bars, Lorenzo Antinori and Simone Caporale, have joined forces to launch Montana in Hong Kong.

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Bar Planet turns three – and celebrates with flash tattoo pop-up

Australian Bartender

(Image: Bar Planet) This Saturday 17 May, Newtowns beloved drinking destination Bar Planet turns three, and is celebrating with a one-off bash complete with martinis, msg popcorn, and something a little more permanent, a flash tattoo pop-up inside the venue. The event will feature original designs by Sydney-based tattoo artist Onnie OLeary, known for her eye-catching flair.

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Knob Creek Has Upgraded Its Single Barrel Program

The Whiskey Wash

Knob Creek has announced the latest evolution of its Single Barrel Select Program with the introduction of Single Barrel Select Cask Strength. The new offering allows retailers to select exclusive barrels of uncut, unfiltered Knob Creek Bourbon and Rye Whiskey. The cask strength expressions are bottled directly from the barrel without dilution, delivering robust and pure flavor profiles.

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Agentic AI enterprise adoption: balancing reward against risk

Just Drinks

Agentic AI is automating workflows to improve enterprise efficiency and decision-making. But deployment is not without risk.

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BRITS TO POUR £500M INTO PUBS AND BARS OVER FA CUP FINALS WEEKEND

Bar Magazine

Britains pubs are preparing for a bumper FA Cup Finals weekend, with up to 14 million people expected to hit the bars across the country and spend an estimated 507m. According to new research from Carling – the official beer partner of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Womens FA Cup – more than half (55%) of Brits plan to watch one or both of this weekends finals, with two in five (40%) choosing to do so at a pub, bar or other venue.

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Review: Dano’s Dangerous Tequila, Complete Lineup (Updated 2025)

Drinkhacker

Made at what is reportedly the second oldest tequila distillery in the world, the Dano’s Dangerous Tequila brand is based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and dates back to just 2018. While it started with its pineapple/jalapeno infused tequila (see below), it has since extended the brand to the standard trio of unflavored varieties. The operation produces only 100% blue agave spirits — though the location where the agave is grown is unclear.

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Last Call for The Suntory Cup: Entries Close This Monday

Australian Bartender

A cocktail competition celebrating craft, community, and culture with the ultimate prize: a trip to Japan. As the clock ticks down to 11:59PM on Monday, May 19 , so too does your chance to be part of The Suntory Cup a competition designed to honour both seasoned professionals and rising stars in our vibrant hospitality industry. Brought to you by Club Suntory , this years theme invites you to Reinvigorate the Retro.

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Old Tony’s Redondo Beach Addresses Closing Rumors After 75 Years

PubClub

Waves crash on a small beach at the Redondo Beach Pier. Photo: PubClub.com Old Tony’s, as much of a landmark in Redondo Beach as the beach itself, has addressed rumors that it is closing this summer after 75 years of business. The restaurant and bar, which sits literally on top of breaking waves of the Pacific Ocean and once employed the Beach Boys as busboys, did this with one word, repeated time and time again in a YouTube video: no!

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Food, drinks firms want UK to improve EU relations, help on skills

Just Drinks

The UKs FDF industry body is calling on the government to boost trade relations with the EU and support investment in skills training.

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FUNKIN COCKTAILS BRINGS BARTENDERS NEW FRESH MIXER FLAVOURS FOR SUMMER: WATERMELON AND BLUE RASPBERRY

Bar Magazine

FUNKIN COCKTAILS, the UKs leading cocktail brand [1] has unveiled the latest addition to its portfolio of mixers, with Watermelon a bright, refreshing flavour and Blue Raspberry following the successful launch of FUNKINs Blue Raspberry Nitro Can, making it easier than ever for anyone to serve up the perfect cocktail this summer. With Watermelon expected to be one of the top four trending fruit flavours of 2025 [2] , this launch will help outlets cater to consumer demand, with 37% opting for th

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Torabhaig – Sound of Sleat

Whisky Boys

Torabhaig is located in Teangue on the Isle of Skye, I cannot recommend a visit to the beautiful Isle of Skye enough.

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Centro 86 unveils bold new cocktail menu and weekly rare tequila series

Australian Bartender

Centro 86 has just launched an inventive new cocktail list and weekly tequila special that puts global flavours and rare spirits in the spotlight. The new cocktail menu, Viendo Doble (“seeing double”), reimagines classic drinks by pairing them with ingredients from different corners of the world. Highlights include an Amaretto Sour blending Italian amaretto with Japanese umeshu, a smoky Old Fashioned made with Islay whisky and mezcal, and a mango-forward Fizz, featuring mango sake an

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Maverick Drinks launches Bols Blue 1575 into UK market

Drinks International

Maverick Drinks has announced the introduction of Bols Blue 1575 to its portfolio, as the liqueur launches in the UK for the on and off trade from this month.

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This Week's Beer Events & Socials: Deep Wood, DLD, Picklepalooza & More

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

A few quick brewery status changes to report at the tail end of this Illinois Craft Beer Week: First the bad news: FoGDB Darryl kindly informed us that after not being able to find a buyer, Bosacki’s Brewery in Mundelein closed at the end of April. Now, an address change: We’ve moved Liquid Love to District Brewyards now that they’ve moved into their space.

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Bar Douro London Bridge celebrates reopening this June with a month of joyful open air Festas 

Bar Magazine

Bar Douro London Bridge is thrilled to announce that it is reopening, following a refurbishment on Tuesday 20th May. The restaurant will be celebrating by throwing a vibrant, month-long series of festivities on its terrace in honour of Portugal’s Festas dos Santos Populares (the Festivals of the Popular Saints), which are celebrated in Portugal throughout June.

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Johnnie Walker Green Label – Why Its Fans Wouldn’t Let It Die

The Whiskey Wash

For much of the 20th century, Johnnie Walker was defined by two bottles: the approachable Red Label and the richer, more contemplative Black Label. It was a binary that worked, simple, effective, and globally recognised. But in the late 1990s, a quiet shift began. Amid a growing interest in single malts and more nuanced whisky experiences, Johnnie Walker introduced something different: a green label on the shelf, and a different kind of whisky inside the bottle.