PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

We asked nine of America’s best bartenders to submit their finest recipe for the Whiskey Sour—then blind-tasted them all to find the best of the best.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

From September 16-22, bars and restaurants all around the world are celebrating the Negroni, serving up the classic and variations for a good cause: Slow Food. Here’s a taste of some of the participating venues’ creativity—head to negroniweek.com to find a participating bar or restaurant near you. Hong Kong: The Aubrey This award-winning hotel bar located on the 25th floor of the Mandarin Oriental has two sophisticated Negronis on offer.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Coastal cocktails, step aside for a new favorite! From a Blue Hawaiian to a Tequila Sunrise, we’ve always loved cocktails inspired by the coastline; however, a new bombshell has just entered the villa: the Winyah Sunset! Eliza’s, the marina-front bar at The George Hotel in Georgetown, S.C. on the famous Winyah Bay, has debuted a new cocktail. The bright orange drink melts wonderfully as you drink, mirroring the Carolina sunset surrounding you!

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BarLifeUK

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Edinburgh’s top bars and bar folk recognised at the inaugural Edinburgh Bartender’s Ball Rising Star winner Alessia Impedovo After three years of fun and frolics in Glasgow, the Bartender’s Ball decamped to Edinburgh yesterday, for a night of celebration and award-awarding (does that make sense?). In addition to music from Al and the Bad Decisions, tasty BBQ and performances from the Enticing Ecdysiasts Burlesque, the results of the peer-nominated Edinburgh Bar Awards were anno

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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

A Bar Above

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Contents : Tiki gifts Garnish accessories & “Unexpected Gifts” Barware Random gifts: Cocktail calendar, bar smoker, & wine charms Alcohol infusion Spirits Glassware & Cocktail accessories Bar courses Finding perfect gifts for your groomsmen, bridesmaids, and other attendants is part of the wedding planning process that often gets overlooked.

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The Flaming Dr Pepper, a shot made with beer, amaretto and Everclear, gets reimagined as a rum and amaro cocktail at this NYC bar.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Striking a balance in flavors and ingredients, SweetSong Kitchen & Bar’s celebrates the Native American legacy in the origins of the region, while also looking to the rich culinary traditions of Korean immigrants who call the Gwinnett area home. Made with vodka, kudzu reduction, sauterne, and thyme, topped with sparking wine bringing a light and refreshing palate with each sip.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

While the Oktoberfest labels have been plentiful this year, I haven’t seen any standout pumpkin ale labels … until today. The New Illinois Beer Label of the Week: 93 Octane does a lot to pair beers with car styles or car-centric stuff (see also: their various oil-weight stouts like the 10W30 ) and you can’t tell me that a muscled-out clown car isn’t the perfect vehicle for something pumpkin spiced.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The Midwest is having a moment. Between the superstar rise of popstar Chappell Roan (a.k.a. the Midwest Princess) to the vice presidential nomination of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the region is present in pop culture more than ever. It also happens to be home to some of the beer industry’s heaviest hitters: Molson Coors is rooted in Chicago and Anheuser-Busch famously calls St.

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The best gin brands for a Gin & Tonic, according to bartenders, at every price point, from Roku Gin to Monkey 47.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

As the official Giving Partner of Negroni Week, Slow Food works to foster sustainability, biodiversity, and equity in food and beverage communities around the world. In 2023, following the Negroni Week festivities, which generated over $600,000 in donations from more than 12,000 venues in 79 countries, Slow Food launched its Negroni Week Fund. This special fund supports Slow Food’s ongoing mission to advance cultural and biodiversity through programs like the Ark of Taste , Coffee Coalitio

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Located at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot in New Orleans, you’ll find vibrant cocktail bar Peacock Room and King Brasserie & Bar. Peacock Room’s cocktail menu is filled with stand-out cocktails and the space is brought to life with music from local performers. King Brasserie & Bar is best known for their food menu, but they have established a stellar cocktail program as well.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Minocqua Brewing Company is the kind of brewery that lacks a “Conflicts” section on their Wikipedia page (if it had one) because almost the entire thing would be about the battles that owner Kirk Bangstad chooses to fight, and fight often. In fact, I’d say MBC is perhaps the most embattled brewery in the Midwest. It’s one thing when you do battle with the politicians that run the town you live in or defame the guy who publishes the local paper , but when MBC decided to pl

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Casa Herradura has called Amatitán, Jalisco, home for over 150 years. It is here, in the lowlands of Jalisco, where tequila originated and where Casa Herradura’s story began. Legend has it that one of Herradura’s founders, Aurelio López, stumbled upon a horseshoe while walking through the agave fields one day. Taking it as a sign of good luck, he placed a horseshoe symbol on every one of his bottles and gave birth to what would eventually become the name of the brand “Herradura,” whi

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Michelada, the classic Mexican cocktail made with beer, hot sauce and spices, has become a booming side hustle across the U.S.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the use of sugarcane juice and B-heavy molasses for the production of rectified spirit and extra-neutral alcohol (ENA). This policy aims to enhance the availability of raw materials for the state's liquor industry. As one of India's largest sugarcane and alcohol producers, Uttar Pradesh has a distillation capacity of over 16 billion liters, and will likely handle the increased demand without additional investments.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Available at the resort’s onsite restaurant Red Salt and Pool Bar, Koʻa Kea’s signature Mai Tai is crafted with Koloa Rum from Kauai, making it the perfect companion for a relaxing day by the pool or in the Lava Rock hot tub, with breathtaking ocean views of Po’ipu Beach just steps away. Guests receive a coupon for one free signature Mai Tai during their stay, adding a special touch to their visit.

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Bar Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Sipsmith Re-Writes the History of English Gin by Unveiling Origin 1639 Gin: A revival of the first English gin recipe, redefining the origins of this quintessentially English spirit. Sipsmith, the pioneers of the modern craft gin movement, proudly announce the exclusive launch of Origin 1639 Gin , a uniquely limited-edition gin that redefines the origins of this quintessentially English spirit.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

In case you haven’t heard, tequila is having a serious moment in the U.S. According to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) , the nation’s tequila volume has grown by 180 percent since 2002, increasing by an average of 6.2 percent year-over-year. The spirit’s explosive stateside growth has given mezcal a boost, and fellow agave-based spirits like raicilla and bacanora are getting more attention, too.

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The best tomato Martini is made with the liqueur Tomates from Laurent Cazottes. Here's how to make the easy, year-round cocktail recipe.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Bacardi & Delhi Duty Free have partnered to unveil Patrón El Alto — an ultra-premium tequil a — at Delhi Duty Free, on 5th Sep tember 2024, marking its first appearance in the Indian trave l retail sector. T h is launch brings one of the world’s finest tequilas to Ind ia, meeting the evolving prefe rences o f Indian consumers who are increasingly seeking high -quality, artisanal spirits.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Dedicated to quality, the Camarena recipe is made from 100% Blue Weber Agave and uses a blend of traditional and modern techniques resulting in a smooth tequila that offers the versatility required to make cocktails. Rum Spicy Pineapple Margarita Ingredients 2 oz Camarena Reposado ¼ oz fresh lime juice ¼ oz Re’al Pineapple Juice 1-2 Jalapeno Slices Preparation Tajin rim.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Redbreast has announced the release of its latest expression, Redbreast 18 Year Old Irish whiskey. This is the first 18 year old release for the brand, as well as Redbreast’s first use of cream sherry casks. Redbreast master blender David McCabe and Redbreast master blender emeritus Billy Leighton created this expression, drawing inspiration from aged inventory at Midleton Distillery, while also using an array of cask types.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

“Cocktail College” is brought to you today by Tequila Herradura. Listener, let’s turn back the clock all the way to 1870 — the year that Casa Herradura was first registered as an official distillery. Now, a new facility has more recently been built next door on the same site, but I highlight that because every day, it feels like there’s a new tequila brand.

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The Yellow is a classic French cocktail that's similar to a Last Word. The gin drink is made with Suze, yellow Chartreuse and lemon juice.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Johnnie Walker has launched a pathbreaking new product named Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra, which is positioned as the world’s lightest 70cl Scotch whisky glass bottle. Weighing only 180g (without the closure), this limited-edition bottle marks a significant step forward in luxury packaging design. It boasts a sleek teardrop shape, departing from the iconic square bottle, and was created using innovative glass-blowing techniques.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Bartender Barrymore “Bud” Shaw from Phoenix has been crowned the 2nd Annual Coramino Cup Bartender of the Year Winner ! Presented by Gran Coramino Tequila and Chilled Magazine, the Coramino Cup featured six talented nightlife bartender finalists: Anthony Wells from Los Angeles, Paul Gomez from Chicago, Barrymore “Bud” Shaw from Phoenix, Madison Sperry from Miami, Monica Fung from Las Vegas, and Jahmaal Gross from Las Vegas.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The U.S. spirits industry continues to remain in an odd, perhaps-precarious spot. So suggested findings presented today by the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) and Park Street , as the organizations shared their 2024 Craft Spirits Data Project (CSDP) at their Annual Craft Spirits Economic Briefing. Margie A.S. Lehrman (CEO, ACSA), Kelly Woodcock (President, ACSA and Partner, Westward Whiskey) and Emily Pennington (Head of Content, Park Street) shared sales data and insights from the 202

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. Technology is an integral part of day-to-day life in the 21st century, so it’s no surprise that cell phones, laptops, and tablets frequently show up on screen. And if one brand is winning the placement war, it’s Apple.

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The Bloody Mary, once confined to being a brunch drink, is now at cocktail bars and restaurants and trending as a nighttime staple.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Canadian bartender Keegan McGregor from Halifax’s Highwayman Bar has won the title of Diageo World Class Global Bartender of the Year 2024. This prestigious competition, themed ‘Future Legacy,’ was held in Shanghai and brought together top bartenders from 44 regions around the world. McGregor impressed the judges with his innovative use of Scotch whisky, specifically Johnnie Walker Blue Label, showcasing how technology can elevate modern drink-making.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

As the crisp air of autumn begins to settle in, the allure of seasonal flavors becomes irresistible. This fall, El Mayor Tequila invited nine Chilled 100 bartenders, a distinguished group of mixologists from across the United States, to craft an exclusive collection of fall-inspired cocktails. Each bartender has teamed up with El Mayor Tequila to infuse their unique flair into these creations, blending the rich, smooth essence of fine tequila with the vibrant tastes of the season.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

How Does The Angel’s Envy Triple Oak Differ From The Brand’s Flagship Bourbon? Angel’s Envy ’s flagship bourbon is the Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished In Port Wine Casks. This is a rather experimental cask finish for a core range bottling, let alone for a flagship expression. However, the Port Wine Cask Finish bourbon from Angel’s Envy received a fantastic reception.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Princess Cruises is the OG of the modern cruise industry. Not only did it launch nearly 60 years ago, its star rose sharply in the late 1970s when its Pacific Princess ship was cast in the television show The Love Boat. The popular series, which ran from 1977 to 1986, introduced new generations to the world of cruising and to the Princess brand. The Santa Clarita, CA-based company today boasts 16 ships across the fleet that carry millions of guests each year to 330 destinations around the globe.

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PUNCH

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The best classic cocktail recipes, according to experts who blind-tasted top takes on the Manhttan, Martini, Daiquiri, Margarita and more.

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Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Som Distilleries has made its entry into Karnataka with the launch of Woodpecker Premium Beer, a new line of beverages that introduces India’s first twist-cap beer. The company has unveiled two variants of the beer in the state, which are named Woodpecker Glide, a premium mild beer, and Woodpecker Crest , a bold, strong brew. Both are available in a variety of packaging options, including bottles, cans, and draught kegs.

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