VinePair

APRIL 23, 2024

Weller Special Reserve Four Roses Resurgent Young American High West Bourbon Buffalo Trace J Rieger’s Bottled in Bond Bourbon Legent Bourbon “Old Dominick Huling Station Straight Bourbon is definitely underrated. Juel Triggs, bar manager, Eight & Sand at Central Station Hotel , Memphis, Tenn. Bourbon 102 Proof.

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A Bar Above

MARCH 1, 2024

As a new bar manager, there are certain terms and vocabulary that you need to be familiar with so you can communicate effectively with your team. We’ll quickly cover what the term par is and how it applies to the bar and restaurant world, and then we’ll discuss one of its most important applications: the par sheet.

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VinePair

MARCH 26, 2024

Fionna Gemzon, bar manager, None of the Above , St. Rob Krueger, bar manager, Smith & Mills Rockefeller Center , NYC “I love the storied history of rum and can geek out on it, so it’s difficult to pick just one. It can definitely be something special, but can also be used as a workhorse behind any bar or at home.”

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

That ignited the curiosity of then head bartender and current Clemente bar manager Richie Millwater, who was so inspired by the ingredient that he started using it in all sorts of R and D projects. It all began when Sebastian built a cocktail featuring chef Brock’s barley miso for the menu at EMP.

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Spiritz

AUGUST 13, 2024

While the primary aspect of any bar is to dish out the most innovative cocktails using different kinds of ingredients and placing strong emphasis on quality, another factor that is now being incorporated is that of implementing sustainable practices. The one primary thing that is transforming the cocktail industry is technology.

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. With so many choices, it’s easy to throw in the towel and stick to the wines you know best. Nicole Castro Garro, wine director, Lita , Aberdeen, N.J. Its higher acidity allows it to pair with many dishes.

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VinePair

AUGUST 5, 2024

She said ‘delicious.’” —Brian Miller, bar manager, Stockton Inn , Stockton, N.J. I don’t know if this is weird but it’s definitely wack and certified-bozo behavior. None of the glasses we had at the bar were large enough, [so I thought] maybe a wine or beer glass could hold 6 ounces of Martini. What’s next?

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VinePair

MARCH 19, 2024

Could definitely be considered a gateway into a vast category of spirits. It absolutely deserves a spot on any bar, anywhere.” ” —Adam Montgomerie, bar manager, Hawksmoor , NYC “The Famous Grouse, a blended Scotch from Perth, Scotland. ” —Thomas Mahne, bar manager, The Lexington , St.

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Bartender.com

JANUARY 9, 2024

Like all Trick Dog menus, The Salty Dog seamlessly integrates non-alcoholic and low-ABV cocktails with higher-octane options, highballs, boilermakers, sherry, beer wine and soda. The Salty Dog features 17 original cocktails, each hand illustrated by Therens (who also contributed original illustrations to the 19 th menu, Tantrick Dog).

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VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

” —Colin Williams, bar manager, Bar Manager, Saffron , New Orleans “ Daiyame 25 Sweet Potato Shochu by Hamada Syuzou. the manager gave me a bottle of La Luna Mezcal. It’s definitely a rare bottle to see in Toronto, and it’s staying far away from our slushie machine!” —Rob

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

If your Thanksgiving celebration is wine all the way, we get it (check out our favorite wines for Thanksgiving here!), See Recipe Autumn Sparkler To get a hefty meal prepped for your nearest and dearest, a nice sessionable cocktail is definitely in order — preferably one with a bit of bubbles. But what about the drinks?

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VinePair

MARCH 13, 2025

In the world of wine, grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon , Pinot Noir , and Chardonnay tend to take up a lot of the conversation. But their popularity often means that some pretty spectacular wines made from less common grapes in unsuspecting regions get overlooked. It is a complete wine, and pairs well with a myriad of foods.”

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VinePair

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Yet those who persevere yield a host of terroir-driven wines ranging from bright and fruity to dark and funky depending on their origin. We asked 16 wine professionals to find out. They have great wines that are extremely food-friendly!” The wines offer wonderful freshness and vibrancy with pronounced minerality.”

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Wine + Spirits , Brooklyn Right now at Gilly’s , were selling loads of M&Ms ( Mezcal and Montenegro ) and Green Tea shots. From what I gather, M&Ms have been around for over 10 years so its not exclusive to this moment but it definitely has staying power. ” Ivy Mix, co-owner, Whoopsie Daisy / Leyenda / Fiasco!

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

But the overall effect was still relatively neutral, according to bar manager Laura Maddox. We expanded the buzz-free section of our menu to include non-alcoholic wines, beers, and other zero-proof options, Natoli says. The Oakland Ferndale, Mich.

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VinePair

MARCH 21, 2025

A few dashes of a 10:1 saline solution is a great place to start for your home bar. David Silvey Silverman, bar manager, Perilla , Chicago I think one of the most underrated cocktail ingredients is salt. Dont overthink it. Vichy also makes a terrific Tequila Soda.) Another underutilized ingredient is sparkling ros.

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Dry Atlas

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Once I had a solid foundation in spirits, wine, and beer, I became more interested in hospitality and servicehow to create the ideal guest experience. From there, I moved into bar management, running programs at two mom-and-pop shops before landing at Silver Lyan for my last bartending job.

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