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Elements: Dill Cocktails

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Alex Tubero, Opto, New York City “Dill brings a fresh flavor and lots of aromatics to cocktails,” says Suzanne Gibson, bar manager of Current Charcoal Grill in Birmingham, Alabama. London dry gin 1/2 oz. Cover and let sit overnight at room temperature, then strain infused vodka and bottle for use within 24 hours.

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The Ajabu Cocktail Festival Celebrates African Drinks Culture and Community

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There are panel discussions and seminars on topics like the history of gin or cocktail clarification techniques, plus dozens of pop-ups where the international bar teams pair up with local bars to create a special menu highlighting local ingredients. The festival aims to be equal-parts educational and enjoyable.

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s Your Favorite Cocktail and Food Pairing?

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Whether you’re at a Mexican restaurant, a French bistro, a tiki bar, or your own home, here are 10 exceptional cocktail and food pairings. Halil Salomón, bartender, Shinji’s , NYC Left Photo: VinePair / Right Photo: Tiffany Jae via Unsplash “I’m typically more of a wine drinker, but it’s hard to beat a 50/50 gin Martini and oysters.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: Is It Ever OK to Ask for a Shaken Martini?

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Shaking a Gin Martini doesn’t allow you to savor the synergy of botanicals like stirring does — it stresses out the gin. James O’Donnell, bar manager, Fives , New Orleans “Shaken or stirred? With gin, the more complex tasting notes can get hidden by the increased dilution and aeration, so stirred is always better.”

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Gin Trends in 2024

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Once the star of the cocktail scene, gin has never regained momentum since vodka took off in recent decades. But based on the number of new craft gins and unique expressions hitting the market, and a few key gin acquisitions from major spirits players, the U.S. is warming to gin once again — for real this time.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Whiskey Cocktail? (2024)

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Lauren Killian, bar manager, Smoked , Columbia, S.C. It’s a sophisticated yet simple cocktail, often overshadowed by its gin-based cousin, the Negroni. If you like Boulevardiers , definitely give this drink a try. Id have to cast my vote for the Honey Badger. 2024) appeared first on VinePair.

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Where to Drink in Fishtown, Philadelphia

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These include an Old Fashioned riff made with bourbon, orange wine, and shiitake mushrooms; a gin and lavender spritz; and a Hoagie Martini with oregano, onion, and tomato vermouth. Photo courtesy of Post Haste Post Haste This clubby cocktail bar sources everything on its menu—from spirits to produce—from the eastern United States.