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The Ajabu Cocktail Festival Celebrates African Drinks Culture and Community

Imbibe Magazine

In 2002, while he was working at LAB Bar in London, the late Ghanaian mixologist Douglas Ankrah invented a modern cocktail classic: the Pornstar Martini. In colonial text, it is illegal for Ivorians to own a distillery, noted Alexander Quest, a bar owner, consultant, and co-founder of Abidjan Cocktail Week in Ivory Coast.

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We Asked 8 Bartenders: What’s the Most Overrated Bourbon? (2025)

VinePair

The big issue with these bottles is that the average price is $75 or $100-plus, and bars have to charge $20 or more to pour them. Tony Goodman, bar manager, Madrina , Webster Groves, Mo. Matt Hayes, general manager, Lotties Pub , Chicago There is a lack of new innovation in the category. Blantons , hands down!

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Most Overrated Whiskey? (2025)

VinePair

Plenty of bartenders and bar professionals have at least one whiskey they feel is overrated. What are the whiskeys currently on the bar communitys overhyped list? We asked 12 bar professionals to find out. Jonah Gibbs, bar manager, Petite Boheme , Las Vegas I actually understand and see some value in flavored whiskeys.

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Bartender’s 24th Annual Bar Awards are back, and voting is now open!

Australian Bartender

Australian Bartender’s annual Bar Awards are back for its 24 th year running, showcasing the best of the best within each given category. This is not about the opinions of bar reviewers and critics. The winners are determined by your votes, the votes of the Australian bar industry. Visit sydneybarweek.com.au for updates.

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Bar Julius Elevates Redfern’s Nightlife with European-Inspired Dining and Drinks

Australian Bartender

The hospitality group behind Bistecca, The Gidley, Alfies, and The Rover has unveiled its new hotspot: Bar Julius. Image: Liquid & Larder) The hospitality group behind Bistecca, The Gidley, Alfies, and The Rover has unveiled its new hotspot: Bar Julius. Operating from early morning until late.

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Mixologists Share Predictions For Tequila Category

Cheers

The tequila craze may be cooling somewhat, but on-premise experts expect demand for the agave spirit to continue at bars and restaurants. Mezcal momentum Tequila has been taking the on-premise by storm for years now, and I dont think its stopping, says Daniel King, restaurant and bar manager at Evelyns at Hutton Hotel in Nashville, TN.

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Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Opens 2025 Cocktail Apprentice Program® Red Coat Applications

Tales of the Cocktail

The application period for the 2025 Red Coat apprentice class is now open, running December 11, 2024 – January 31, 2025. To qualify as a CAP Red Coat, applicants must be: Industry professionals (bartenders, bar managers, barbacks, brand ambassadors, educators, distillers, etc.)

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