VinePair

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

In recent years, Americans have demonstrated a particular interest in one aspect of Japanese culture that was previously relatively overlooked: alcohol. As craft cocktails push the boundaries of what bars can do, bartenders have been able to use Midori in unprecedented ways. The nation’s cuisine has long been adored by U.S.

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VinePair

APRIL 2, 2024

His decades-long battle with chronic pain didn’t result from a freak accident or a sports injury; it’s the result of over two decades of bartending in craft cocktail bars across the country. During the cocktail revolution, self-medicating with alcohol was often the preferred method of numbing the pain.

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Dry Atlas

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Andrew Solis, Founder and CEO of Cut Above , shares his personal journey from a Saturday morning hangover to creating a line of non-alcoholic spirits. Reflecting on his desire for more optionality in drinking experiences, Andrew discusses the genesis of Cut Above, born from a need for non-alcoholic cocktails that don’t compromise on taste.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Ticking All the Craft Boxes Part of craft vodka’s current dynamism comes thanks to a change in the law. Until 2020, vodka was legally required to be “without distinctive character, aroma, taste, or color” by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, but that language has since been dropped from the regulations.

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PubClub

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Photo: Clique Hospitality One way to start 2024 off in style is to be at the plush Hotel del Coronado in San Diego. Photo: Clique Hospitality The Bloody Mary is available at the Del’s Serẽa Coastal Cuisine, which also is serving brunch. Serẽa Coastal Cuisine is at the Hotel del Coronado in San Diego. Yes, there is such a thing.

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Dry Atlas

MAY 29, 2024

Alcohol: a normalized depressant Although it is not new that alcohol is not the best for our bodies, it was almost odd how much we were in collective denial about how detrimental it is for us. I found myself in a less than ideal relationship with alcohol. Working in hospitality following college ramped this up even more.

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PubClub

MARCH 19, 2024

In the bustling world of hospitality, bartenders play a pivotal role, crafting not just drinks but experiences that keep patrons returning to the bar. Proficiency in Mixology At the heart of bartending is mixology – the science and art of crafting cocktails.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Some in the movement are using the spotlight to highlight Korea’s traditional drinks and drinking culture, incorporating unique Korean “sool” (alcoholic beverages) into their programs and emulating the atmosphere of Korea’s “pocha” or pubs. While each has its own concept and price point, they all adhere to the tasting menu format.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 3, 2024

As the alcohol-free category continues to expand with new zero-proof offerings , more spirit-free bottle shops and sober bars are opening across the country And the growth shows no signs of slowing. But that town and the island itself are entirely driven by the hospitality economy. We like to cook and make delicious cocktails.

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Cheers

JANUARY 23, 2024

One thing everyone seems to agree on: No-/lo-alcohol drinks are here to stay. Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants ’ annual Culinary + Cocktail Trend Forecast cites the rise of Latin American spirits and liquors such as aguariente, singani and cocuy, served within craft cocktails or enjoyed on the rocks. “I

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 25, 2025

As bar programs continue to play a more prominent role in restaurant dining, Mario Martinez stands at the forefront of the craft cocktail movement, seamlessly blending global inspiration with local ingredients. How do you approach creating a new cocktail menu for each of Travis Street Hospitalitys unique concepts?

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PubClub

MAY 10, 2025

Idahos craft cocktail scene is thriving, fueled by local ingredients like huckleberries and potato vodka, and a booming hospitality industry. Bartenders craft cocktails like the Idaho Mule or Sage Old Fashioned using local spirits and produce, reflecting the states rugged charm. Ready to Craft Cocktails?

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Dry Atlas

APRIL 8, 2025

After co-founding Room 33, a prohibition-inspired speakeasy, Rebecca saw an opportunity to blend her love for hospitality with the growing demand for non-alcoholic beverages. As time passed, I began noticing a lack of sophisticated non-alcoholic options, especially as I was starting to drink less myself.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

It’s why we use 100% New York-sourced ingredients in our craft whiskeys, and it’s what inspires us to deliver experiences worthy of the best of our city. Whether you’re touring our distillery, sipping a craft cocktail, or enjoying a locally-sourced meal at our restaurant, you’re part of a New York tradition, reborn.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Nathan Oliver, beverage director, The Benjamin Hollywood , Los Angeles I think shots are great for camaraderie’s sake but I also think there is a want or a need to cool down the alcohol intake. ” Alejandro Medina , beverage director, Bludorn Hospitality Group, Houston Shots, shots, shots! No chill, no dress.

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Mixologists

APRIL 10, 2025

Think far beyond the mere arrangement of tables and chairs; instead, envision a thoughtfully designed space that is as inherently functional as it is aesthetically inviting, meticulously considering all the practicalities that will effortlessly facilitate the seamless serving and joyful enjoyment of exquisitely crafted cocktails.

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The Irish Coffee quickly gained popularity, becoming a beloved classic and a symbol of Irish hospitality. This nationwide ban on the production, sale, and transportation of alcohol effectively cut off Irish distilleries from their most lucrative market. Recipe: 1.5 Add the brown sugar and Irish whiskey to the glass.

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Mixologists

MARCH 13, 2025

From the comforting warmth of a classic Irish Coffee, conjured to soothe weary transatlantic travelers, to the innovative and complex concoctions of today's avant-garde mixologists, coffee has consistently found its place in the world of alcoholic drinks.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Christmas is over a month away, and Im sitting in a bar that feels like being locked inside Santa Clauss workshop with alcohol, surrounded by shimmering red and silver tinsel, writing a Christmas card to Mariah Carey. Great Jones Distillery Co.,

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

For one, the popularity of low- and no-alcohol drinks remains so strong that theyre no longer a trend but now a menu mainstay for many operators. Andrew Cordero, beverage director at Jeune et Jolie , Campfire and Wildland in Carlsbad, CA, is experimenting with kombu washing, using the edible kelp to add umami and dimension to cocktails.

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