VinePair

AUGUST 1, 2024

bottles that have recently earned a spot on their back bars. From actually delicious coconut rums to woman-owned Guatemalan bottles, these are the best new rums being poured stateside. Dean Hakim, bar manager, Heirloom at the St. Laurent , Asbury Park, N.J.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Thanks to young distilleries making their debuts to fresh and innovative expressions from legendary brands, each trip to the neighborhood bottle shop carries the potential to deliver a new delight. Andy May, head bartender, The Golden Swan, NYC “ Leopold Brothers Bottled In Bond Bourbon. the hometown of bourbon.”

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The trendiest shots right now, according to bartenders: Fernet Branca Hard Start Mezcal and Amaro Angelino Rye-Nar Forghetti Dickel whiskey and shot of au jus Vermouth Green Tea Bourbon Tequila Amortized wine Bottled-in-bond rye St. Connor Gillette, senior bar manager, The Alida Hotel , Savannah, Ga.

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Australian Bartender

MARCH 19, 2024

Ullo owner and drinks creator, Kurtis Bosley Ullo Pizza & Wine 23 The Strand, Dee Why NSW @ullo.pizzawine ULLO Pizza & Wine is the new venue by Oi Hospitality (Banco Manly, Corretto Dee Why, Bottled by BLOC) that is bringing a late-night vibe to the Dee Why Strip.

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VinePair

MAY 7, 2024

The primary reason to pick up any bottle of tequila is taste. It may be tempting to plunk down gobs of cash for these offerings, especially since they may turn heads when displayed on a home bar, but they will likely transform into dust magnets if they hold lousy juice. Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St.

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VinePair

JANUARY 18, 2024

—Melissa Romanos, general manager and beverage director, Atlántico , Boston “A few that come to mind immediately are Old Grand Dad 114 Bourbon, Old Forester 100 Rye, Redbreast 12 Year, and Glenfarclas 12 Year. They’re all quality whisk(e)ys that haven’t needed a heavy marketing presence to stay on back bars. Bottled at a hefty 57.15

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VinePair

DECEMBER 10, 2023

We’re all for buying bottles for our loved ones during the holidays, whether they’re beginner-friendly bourbons , blancos for agave geeks , or stellar Syrahs. Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice: Cocktails From Two Centuries of African American Cookbooks Toni-Tipton Martin, Clarkson Potter, November 2023. November 2023.

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VinePair

MARCH 26, 2024

If your home bar shows a conspicuous absence of rum despite an affinity for Daiquiris, then you’ve come to the right place. Seeking the best rums for cocktails, we asked bartenders around the world for their go-to bottles behind the bar. Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St. Volcanique.

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VinePair

JUNE 11, 2024

The Kentucky whiskey can conjure up images of distillery tours, afternoon cocktails on the porch, or even just some eventful ragers — the last of which usually calls for more affordable bottles. Dale Kaiser, mixologist and bar manager, Valette , Healdsburg, Calif. For my money, Elijah Craig Small Batch is the one.

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

The cocktail renaissance hadn’t happened yet, so the back bar was polluted with the usual suspects of flavored vodkas like Stoli Vanilla and Absolut Kurant along with dusty bottles of Galliano and Tuaca that probably hadn’t been opened in years. Now bar managers are asking, ‘What is your background?’

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Even at independent bottle shops, you’re likely to see bottles in the 10- to 25-year range soaring into the triple-digits locked inside glass cabinets. You’ll encounter plenty of delicious, cost-effective bottles from well-respected makers that land comfortably in the 10- to 12-year pocket. But don’t worry — we have you covered.

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Australian Bartender

JULY 17, 2024

BAR AWARDS TICKETS And if you’re a finalist in this year’s awards, ticket sales are now open at sydneybarweek.com.au/bar-awards

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VinePair

MAY 23, 2024

However, choosing a bottle to complement your next nightcap while also being kind to your wallet can prove to be a complicated task. Melina Meza, beverage director, Level 8 , Los Angeles “The handiest bottle of Scotch whisky I have for mixing cocktails is Duncan Taylor Scottish Glory. 8 Year Old SRV5 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

” —Martin Fernandez, bar manager Rochambeau , Boston “Not a cocktail, but a spirit: rum. Michael Nauer, beverage director, Homemakers Bar and 50/50 Gin Club , Cincinnati “The Jack Rose. There is something very nostalgic about it, and it’s a great way to use a day-old bottle of red wine.”

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Today's Bartender

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Jeffrey Morgenthaler Author of ‘The Bar Book,’ Jeffrey Morgenthaler is one of the most influential bartenders/bar managers/owners in the industry. Favorite Post : 5 Essential Soft Skills for Great Bar Managers 7. Favorite Post: The Single Most Important Bottle In Your Home Bar 22. Let’s get to it.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

When a work lead didnt pan out, he slept on the beach for two weeks, before landing a position at Qupi Bar bussing glasses in a club. One day, the owner quizzed him, asking him where a certain bottle of liquor was from. The owner then told him to polish all the bottles behind the bar.

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VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

Whether it’s a new expression from an old, trusted brand or a label you’ve never heard of, you’re likely going to encounter something that recently rolled out every time you visit your local bottle shop. With each new bottle that emerges, the question must be asked: “Why should I buy it?” the manager gave me a bottle of La Luna Mezcal.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Sitting somewhere between Aperol and Campari on the flavor scale, Select is slightly sweet, delivering citrus fruit and an undercurrent of bitter botanicals that fuse perfectly with Prosecco and club soda. See Recipe The Revolver This Thanksgiving, leave the Espresso Martinis behind and stir up a Revolver instead.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

. Allspice dram 3 drops Thyme tincture** Club soda Instructions Use a fine strainer and pour the pear triple syrup into a shaker. Top with club soda. Adam Morgan, bar manager at Husk in Nashville, created this recipe. Jeptha Creed Bottled-In-Bond bourbon ½ oz. Garnish with thyme sprig.

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VinePair

JANUARY 24, 2025

For anyone whos ever made a cocktail at home, its not difficult to imagine how messy workstations in bars and restaurants can get if equipment, bottles, and counters arent repeatedly wiped down during service. But some bar tools like jiggers, for example are used more frequently than others and thus require more persistent cleaning.

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Bar Magazine

APRIL 22, 2025

Now in its eighth edition, the London Spirits Competition continues to raise the bar, evaluating entries not just on taste, but on their value for money and packaging appealan approach designed to highlight the bottles that truly resonate with todays consumers and trade professionals. was named Whisky Producer of the Year.

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VinePair

JANUARY 28, 2025

Given there are so many options to consider, theres bound to be more than a few excellent bottles that fly under the radar. These bottles could be a new label with a tiny marketing budget, an underhyped special release, or even a longstanding product that doesnt get as much love as it should.

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Good Spirits News

APRIL 22, 2025

Now in its eighth year, the London Spirits Competition continues to raise the bar, evaluating entries not just on taste, but on their value for money and packaging appeal, a unique approach designed to highlight the bottles that resonate with todays consumers and trade professionals. was named Whisky Producer of the Year.

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The Cocktail Lovers

MARCH 28, 2025

NEW MENUS Destination Athens for the recently launched menu at Avra , the gorgeous bar at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel. Cleverly, bar manager Manon Kapfer has tapped into the number four and run with it, producing four menus a year, each of which highlight the same four local ingredients as they change throughout the seasons.

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VinePair

MARCH 21, 2025

Our sous chef, Leaha Brewer, prepares a 20 percent saline solution, which we keep in a dasher bottle alongside our bitters and tinctures. We love to experiment in our bar lab, working with different types of salts to explore their unique properties and minerality. Saline isnt just an afterthought its a tool for precision and depth.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The popular cocktails weve seen on social media tend to lend themselves to brunches and a more all-day mindset, says Daniel King, restaurant and bar manager at Evelyns at the Hutton Hotel in Nashville. Seeing the interest in both agave and rice spirits, Cat Bite Club also launched Agave La and Rice Academy in 2024.

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