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From Bartender to Global Mixologist Icon—Meet Eric Van Beek

Chilled Magazine

From winning the Bacardi Legacy Global title to creating the Bartenders Handshake, his career continues to push the boundaries of cocktail culture. Van Beeks career began in his 20s, and through his passion and drive, he quickly gained prominence in the international bar and cocktail community.

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The Ajabu Cocktail Festival Celebrates African Drinks Culture and Community

Imbibe Magazine

In 2002, while he was working at LAB Bar in London, the late Ghanaian mixologist Douglas Ankrah invented a modern cocktail classic: the Pornstar Martini. More than two decades later, the drink remains a global sensation, inspiring countless riffs and internet searches (it was the most Googled cocktail of 2024).

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Cocktail Culture: Exploring Trends in London’s Bars in 2025

Bar Magazine

London boasts an unrivalled reputation for its vibrant nightlife and diverse cocktail scene. As 2025 unfolds, the city’s cocktail culture develops, presenting experiences that captivate locals and visitors alike. This initiative supports local producers and allows patrons to enjoy cocktails with a clear conscience.

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

VinePair

But there are many other whiskey cocktails, many with historic roots, that have enjoyed a quiet revival along with the boom of craft cocktail culture. Whether spirit-forward, sweet, sour, or herbaceous, these unsung cocktails come in countless guises. Lauren Killian, bar manager, Smoked , Columbia, S.C.

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Waldorf Astoria New York Partners with Renowned Mixologist Jeff Bell for the Return of Peacock Alley

Chilled Magazine

Waldorf Astoria New York announced a partnership with Jeff Bell, managing partner of renowned speakeasy Please Dont Tell (PDT) and Apres Cru Hospitality, to lead the cocktail program at Peacock Alley Bar and Lex Yard, the hotels signature restaurant. Follow along on Instagram at @waldorfnyc and on Facebook at @TheWaldorf.

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Meet Chilled 100 Bartender Laura Pica

Chilled Magazine

I am a New York based mixologist and recipe developer for beverage brands with 15 years in the beverage industry. I started like most of us in this industry making my way behind various bars and restaurants and then, eventually delving into the creative aspect of recipe development and content creation. Where do you tend bar now?

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Brandy and Cognac Trends for 2024

Cheers

Despite the categorys unfavorable market conditions, Cognac, in particular, is a staple on bar menus around the country, says Marina Velez, research director for The Beverage Information Group. Mixologists recognize Cognacs value as a specific flavor component and play with its different expressions and ages.

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