VinePair

APRIL 7, 2025

Popularity does not always equal personal satisfaction in the bourbon world. Its the risk enthusiasts take when they open a critically acclaimed or tater-approved bottle for the first time. That initial encounter with the juice may leave them cold or indifferent, leaving them to wonder why the bottle garnered so much hype. This lackluster experience isnt limited to bottles sometimes, a drinker may not click with a specific whiskey style or a certain production technique.

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 6, 2025

From Zasu in New Orleans comes the Bon Carre, a creative Vieux Carr riff by Bar Manager Tyler Malone. This cocktail offers a bergamot and woodsy front rounded out by a subtle honey finish. The nose will remind you of fir trees and tea time, says Malone. The Bon Carre captures the essence of New Orleans cocktail culture, blending tradition with a modern, sophisticated edgeperfect for sipping in the cozy ambiance of Zasu or recreating at home for a taste of the Big Easy.

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Mixologists

APRIL 11, 2025

Why Crystal Clear Ice Matters: Elevating Your Home Cocktails For the discerning home bartender, the pursuit of the perfect cocktail is a multifaceted endeavor, a delicate dance between premium spirits, precisely measured mixers, and the subtle artistry of presentation. Among these crucial elements, one often-underappreciated component can dramatically influence the final result: the ice.

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The Cocktail Lovers

APRIL 11, 2025

Flauer Alassio 2025 is a unique event, exploring edible flowers, wild herbs, food sustainability and mixology. And a whole lot more. We came to Flaurer Alassio with high expectations. Three days to explore the world of edible flowers in itself was particularly appealing. Not that they are particularly new on the culinary dishes being served up in the world’s best restaurants.

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VinePair

APRIL 11, 2025

Theres a lot of care that goes into crafting a cocktail menu, from hours spent doing research and development behind the bar to countless taste tests. And more often than not, one can trust that theyre going to be served a thoughtful, well-balanced drink the bartender is proud of. Its for that reason exactly that some may take umbrage at guests asking, Whats good here?

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Tales of the Cocktail

APRIL 7, 2025

Maps as a tool of change: Mapa de Barmaids & Afines, a gastro feminist and Latin American platform by Laura Marajofsky* Read the Spanish version here. Why a Map? When I talk about our platform Mapa de Barmaids & Afines , many people ask me Why a map? And I usually answer with Why not a map? From the beginning of this project, we always thought it was important to focus on both the networks that are woven virtually and in person, and an online map seemed like the perfect way to combine bo

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PubClub

APRIL 7, 2025

Fancy a trip to the pub? No friends available to help you pass the time over a pint or two? No problem! These days, going to the pub alone doesnt mean youre a hopeless bar fly, and you dont have to give it a miss completely. You can have a great time and make the most of your solo pub trip, so that it is not a sad way to spend an evening but one of the best Own the Entrance with Confidence First impressions are everything, even when its just you youre impressing.

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VinePair

APRIL 7, 2025

A simple, two-ingredient drink has captivated bartenders stateside. Traditionally made with Suntory Toki Whisky and soda water, the classic Japanese highball first took off in Japan in the 1950s and can now be found just about everywhere in the country, from renowned cocktail bars to vending machines. And while highballs as a broad category have been popular in the U.S. for decades, more bartenders are looking to capture the artisan nature of the traditional Japanese preparation from the froste

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 11, 2025

Could these ten affordable scotch whiskies under $60 revolutionise your whisky cabinet without emptying your wallet? The scotch whisky landscape in 2025 presents a fascinating paradox. While premium bottles reach ever-higher prices, the affordable segment has become remarkably competitive, with distilleries enhancing their entry-level offerings rather than simply raising prices.

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 8, 2025

“I don’t drink milkshakes that often.” Behind the counter at San Franciscos Castro Fountain, Brandon Brooks is tall, lean, and dressed in the spotless white outfit of a midcentury soda jerk. He pauses. As he considers what constitutes often, Brooks nurses a dense Irish coffee milkshake. Maybe one a day. Ish. Sometimes I skip a day.

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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

Drinkhacker

APRIL 9, 2025

The wines we are trying today make a strong argument for stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new grape varietals and regions — with all of these wines born in the country of Georgia. Three of the four are made with the Saperavi grape. This grape may not be well known in the U.S., but I’ve found it is consistently a big hit with fans of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

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VinePair

APRIL 11, 2025

When the VinePair team isnt busy working at HQ, were in the field doing what we do best: scoping out the best cocktails, wine, and beer in the five boroughs. Here are the cool, current, and flat-out excellent drinks you should try in New York right now, according to our editors. April has been a month of intense uncertainty so far. From the never-ending back and forth regarding the state of tariffs to the more classic springtime swings between sunshine and rain showers, its never clear what each

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 10, 2025

(Image: Caness: The figroni) Paddington welcomes a new Middle Eastern tapas bar, opening 15 April, with a focus on bold flavours, and drinks to match. Co-owners Erez Nahum and Juan Colmenares say they wanted to create a space that offered not only a Middle Eastern menu, but also a place where guests feel welcome, like old friends. Whether you’re popping in for a quick carafe and a bite, or settling in for the night, we want you to feel like youre just as welcome in shorts and thongs as you

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Cheers

APRIL 7, 2025

Unfortunately, U.S. craft distillers once again face the economic threat of global tariffs and trade wars. What exactly does this mean for the industry? We discuss with Becky Harris, past president of the American Craft Spirits Association , and president of Catoctin Creek Distilling Company in Purcellville, VA. The post Podcast: The Threat of Tariffs on U.S.

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Drinkhacker

APRIL 11, 2025

If you’ve ever been to the Biltmore (the historic home of the Vanderbilts) in Asheville, North Carolina, you know about the insane winemaking — and wine-tasting — operation there. I don’t think I’ve ever been to a tasting room as large as the one at the Biltmore, and I lived in northern California for 25 years. The operation is amazing.

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VinePair

APRIL 9, 2025

Sometimes an evening calls for a drink with a little extra oomph. Rather than ordering a classic like a Gin & Tonic or Old Fashioned and asking the bartender to make it strong , there are a few particularly powerful cocktails that pack a punch all on their own. Makeshift drinks of house party fame like jungle juice (or even Gen Zs beloved Borg ) might take the cake in terms of nuclear alcohol content, but there are better, more balanced options than mixing vodka with Crystal Lite in a milk

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 9, 2025

Sydneys newest dining and drinking destination, The Collective, is officially opening its doors to the public on 11 April. Located where the late Argyle nightclub used to be, now resides a sprawling dining and drinks hub. Developed by Hunter St Hospitality and featuring three restaurants, four bars, and smaller venues that blend the areas heritage with a fresh, modern atmosphere.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

APRIL 11, 2025

After a busy week, here’s some positive Chicagoland beer news from the past few days! A new brand called Brutalist Brewing - aka “ your favorite brewery’s favorite brewers ” - came out of the box with a pretty impressive opening announcement for their first beers being released from Pilot Project. Love the attitude. This team wasn’t on my radar at all until a couple of weeks ago and now I’m really looking forward to seeing what they’ve got.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 11, 2025

Founded in 1887 in Scotland’s Speyside region, Glenfiddich stands as one of whisky’s most pioneering distilleries. As the first single malt actively marketed outside Scotland in the 1960s, it helped transform Scotch from a local treasure to a global phenomenon, becoming either the #1 or #2 best-selling single malt worldwide. At the heart of Glenfiddich’s appeal lies its core age-statement range: the approachable 12-year “Original Twelve,” the innovative 15-year R

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VinePair

APRIL 7, 2025

On Monday, Diageo announced a new strategic joint venture with Santa Monica, Calif.-based investment and advisory firm Main Street Advisors. Within the deal, Diageo will exchange majority ownership of Croc Ultra-Premium Vodkas North American brand rights in exchange for the worldwide brand rights to Lobos 1707. According to a press release , the equity swap exchange is intended to maximize the value of both brands, which will both maintain their brand identities.

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 7, 2025

(Image: Chelsea Social) Friday 11 April, Perths newly revamped ibis Hotel on Murray Street, celebrates its grand opening of Chelsea Social, and is creating high expectations of what a hotel bar can be, starting with the drinks menu. Behind the venue is General Manager Sandy Lombardi, who brings his expertise in hospitality details and service, making the bar the centre of the space, and the cocktails the highlight of the menu.

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Imbibe Magazine

APRIL 11, 2025

In drinks, as in all things, it’s good to have your expectations or preconceptions completely blown out of the water from time to time. My first uttered words upon tasting the Artesanal Arroqueo agave distillate from Paquera are not exactly suitable for print, but the gist was “Wow.” The world of mezcal is fascinating for a myriad of reasons, from its lengthy cultural history to its many unique production methods.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 7, 2025

Credit: The Scotch Malt Whisky Society The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has unveiled its newest experimental offering – the ‘Two to One’ series – featuring ultra small-batch bottlings that marry two single malt casks from the same distillery before bottling. Each whisky in the innovative series has traveled a unique path from cask to bottle, resulting in diverse styles, textures, and flavors that showcase the art of whisky blending and maturation.

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VinePair

APRIL 8, 2025

Its a new era for American Whisky. A final ruling from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) published on Dec. 18, 2024 established criteria that recognizes American Single Malt Whisky as an official category in the American spirits industry. One distillery at the forefront of the movement for official recognition of American Single Malts (ASM) is Balcones, a craft distillery owned by Diageo thats been producing whisky since 2009 and creating single malts since 2011.

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Drinkhacker

APRIL 7, 2025

I don’t think they take a day off at Firestone, where the brews arrive on a breakneck pace, running the gamut from barrel-aged monstrosities to ultra-hoppy IPAs to, for the first time ever, a non-alcoholic beer. Today we’re looking at that N/A offering plus a couple of those middle options along with a trio of new “turbo radlers” – higher abv spins on the radler recipe (beer + lemonade) that use Firestone’s Mind Haze IPA as the base brew.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

APRIL 7, 2025

There has been plenty of coverage of the potential impact of the Trump tariffs on American breweries in the news for weeks now, but now we have the first specific casualty of those price hikes: In Minnesota, CBS News reports that after considering all the incoming cost increases, Luce Line Brewing put a halt to the new food hall they were planning to construct.

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 8, 2025

With Bar Awards voting now open to select this years best of the best, what better time to remember the cream of the 2024 crop, in this case, the countrys best whisky bars. Bar Besuto, Sydney, NSW Taking cues from traditional Japanese whisky bars, Bar Besuto is nestled in a discreet basement in Sydneys bustling Circular Quay district. Forging a reputation for stocking ultra-rare Japanese whiskies from owner Joel Bests collection, customers can enjoy varieties hard pressed to find elsewhere.

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VinePair

APRIL 11, 2025

Spring is here, and like clockwork, ros has reentered the collective consciousness. Although weve briefly touched upon the pink-hued wine here on Wine 101 in the past, weve never taken the time to recount its origins until now. Truth be told, historians havent pinned down an exact date that indicates when the style was invented, but there are bits of information out there that can help us piece its history together.

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Drinkhacker

APRIL 11, 2025

Lalo Blanco is one of our favorite tequilas to emerge in recent years — and a follow-up expression is finally hitting the market. Surprisingly, it’s neither a reposado nor an anejo, but rather another blanco — specifically a high-proof version of its silver bottling bottled at 54% abv. There doesn’t appear to be any difference in the production process here vs. the standard blanco aside from the bottling proof.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 11, 2025

Cadenheads is Scotlands oldest independent bottler, founded in 1842. The renowned bottler is revered amongst drinkers and collectors for its unwavering commitment to authenticity and cask integrity. Long before single malt became fashionable, Cadenheads championed the individual character of each distillery, releasing whiskies without chill-filtration, or added colouring.

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Bar Magazine

APRIL 7, 2025

Hilton, Whitbread, Greene King, Dorchester Collection and Vacherin were among the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2025 winners, crowned at Wembley Stadium yesterday. The star-studded event, delivered in partnership with Delaware North, honoured the sector’s most innovative and dedicated professionals, setting a new benchmark for excellence in the field.

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VinePair

APRIL 8, 2025

Pouring a pint of Guinness is an art form in and of itself, and proper glassware is paramount to the full Guinness experience. Most bars will reach for a 20-ounce Tulip Pub Glass not a Belgian Tulip but there are plenty of other glasses that can suit the stout, although they remain unpopular at bars and restaurants due to either expense or sheer impracticality of storage.

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Drinkhacker

APRIL 7, 2025

The first edition of Larceny Barrel Proof for 2025 is upon us, and you won’t find any major surprises in store for round A125, officially released in January of 2025 — at least when it comes to production. The new labels are now in effect, as is the production process and barrel selection methodology. Curiously, the proof level of 125 is identical to the batch number.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 7, 2025

Credit: The Singleton The Singleton is pushing the boundaries of whisky making with its latest release, unveiling a collection of three 42-year-old single malts from Glen Ord Distillery, inspired by the world of fine patisserie. The Gourmand Collection represents the longest secondary maturation in the brand’s history. Each expression in the limited collection is designed to capture the essence of a specific dessert, crafted by renowned Master Ptissier Nicolas Rouzaud.

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Australian Bartender

APRIL 7, 2025

The Art of the Highball Masterclass @ The Toki Listening Bar, Sydney Where old meets new Japan. Club Suntory takes you through Japan’s most iconic premium beverage c/o Toki Whisky. As House of Suntory’s Toki Whisky takes over one of Sydney’s newest rooftops, Joji, for a six-week residency, on Tuesday, 15 th April, Club Suntory is bringing its members an informative deep dive into Japan’s most iconic drink, the whisky highball.

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