Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 31, 2024

in the San Diego drinks scene , Erick Castro has long been known for his lavish-leaning cocktail programs at bars that could fairly be described as opulent. The apothecary-inspired Polite Provisions was a pioneer of the city’s craft cocktail scene when it opened more than a decade ago.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 23, 2025

Our Chilled 100 Bartenders embrace the art of crafting cocktails by drawing inspiration from local surroundings, infusing regional flavors, and honoring hometown traditions. With Templeton Whiskey as their base, our Chilled 100 Bartenders create cocktails that tell a story that reflects the essence of a home turf.

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Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 9, 2025

From historic neighborhood bars to modern craft cocktail dens, Indianapolis proves that it is operating in the shadows no longer. “I However, once located, what awaits is “a swanky, dimly lit interior with a killer back bar and top-notch cocktails.” It’s no surprise that Indy’s fellow bartenders are fans of the space.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Sara Chaudhuri, Lead Bartender at the One Michelin-starred Bresca and a Tales of the Cocktail Top 10 Semifinalist, leverages her background in graphic design to craft Bresca’s Ethos cocktail menu, blending life experiences with nostalgia and sentiment through unique ingredients. Upon returning to D.C.,

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Cheeky Espresso Syrup is redefining how bartenders approach Espresso Martinis and coffee-based drinks. With a mission to solve cocktail problems, Cheeky simplifies the process of creating bar-quality beverages without compromising on quality or flavor. What would you like bartenders to know about Cheeky Espresso Syrup?

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

Expanding Leadership in At-Home Cocktails and Tech Enablement ShakeStir, the parent company of Cocktail Courier and Thirstie, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Shaker & Spoon, the premier cocktail subscription box service that has shipped over 10M+ cocktails to its thousands of home-bartender consumers for over a decade.

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 27, 2024

The Craft Cocktail renaissance has raised the standards of technique and ingredients for cocktail making. With the focus on raising the craft, however, one aspect of cocktail culture often gets forgotten: this is supposed to be fun. A total of four Finalist Bartenders, one from each U.S.

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 25, 2024

Bartenders are discovering a wide range of cocktails that benefit from its rich, creamy coconut flavor. “It It can be used in craft cocktails such as Coconut Mojitos, Coconut Margaritas, Martinis, and more,” shares Jose Luis (Papo) Suarez for Coco Lopez. “It Waterloo No. 9 Gin ¾ oz. lemon juice ¾ oz. simple syrup ¾ oz.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

The Craft Cocktail renaissance has undoubtedly seen the rebirth of an elevated standard of innovation and excellence. However, amidst this dedication to craft, one essential aspect can fade into the background: the sheer joy of the cocktail creation experience. Cheers to you for crafting the fun!

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Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

In today’s craft cocktail culture, being forward-thinking with your drink program is important. Hey bartenders … speaking of ELEVATING your drinks program, join The Chilled 100 bartender ambassador program and check out our annual Chilled 100 ELEVATE event, 2024!

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

While Coco Lopez is widely known for its use in Piña Coladas and frozen drinks, it can be used in craft cocktails such as a Coconut Mojito, Coconut Margarita, and Martinis. “If Coco Lopez is so rich in flavor that when bartenders craft their cocktails there is no need to use a lot. Top with soda water.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Inspiration behind The Brunch God I merged two passions, anime and crafting cocktails, into one creative endeavor. The title “Brunch God” stems from my dedication to the brunch scene, where I gained a reputation for innovative cocktail creations. Embrace the universe’s synchronicities and stay focused on your goals.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

And the best source for a recommendation on where to grab a great drink is from bartenders themselves. “We says Amanda Sierra, a veteran of Tucson’s hospitality scene with more than 30 years in the city, and currently a bartender at cocktail bar SideCar. “The The hard part is not putting everything on the list!”

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

We have been reporting expert predictions from bartenders, bar owners, brand ambassadors, executives and the like all month with a simple goal—To find out what spirits we’ll be pouring in 2024. One obvious trend has emerged which shapes what we’ll be drinking in the years to come—the popularity of authenticity.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 3, 2023

When you talk to someone in the bar or booze industry about “Hey Bartender,” Douglas Tirola’s 2013 documentary chronicling the 21st century rebirth and rise of the American cocktail scene, one specific quote from the film is likely to be mentioned. The film was cinema vérité. “We But it will be on my resume.”

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 9, 2024

Christoph Dornemann, Head Bartender at Arnaud’s French 75 Bar in New Orleans, Louisiana, began his career in the industry waiting tables at a Vietnamese restaurant in 2010. While serving at Arnaud’s, I switched to a cocktail server position in the French 75 Bar and learned how to make the famous French 75 cocktail.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 17, 2024

If you’ve ever run an internet search for a cocktail recipe, there’s a good chance you’ve come across one from The Educated Barfly. What started as a YouTube series from actor-turned-bartender Leandro DiMonriva on the history and craft behind classic cocktails has transformed into an ever-expanding encyclopedia of bartending expertise.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

and Dale DeGroff, the James Beard award-winning father of mixology who reinvented the bartending profession. The pair discussed the history of the American cocktail and how major U.S. events helped to shape the cocktails of today. In 1988, however, DeGroff created the cocktail menu for The Rainbow Room’s grand reopening.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

A group of our Chilled 100 bartenders were treated to an elevated dinner experience at beautiful Vincenzo’s Restaurant in Louisville, Ky. As well as being able to taste a selection of whiskeys, we enjoyed a flight of cocktails featuring some of Traverse City Whiskey Co. appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Our event was sponsored by Terlato, and our expertly crafted cocktails featured some of their luxury spirits from around the world. A huge shout out to the entire staff at Cured – every bartender, server, and busser was on their game. We began with a welcome drink called Elder Breeze, using Angostura 5-year Rum, St.

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 13, 2025

Slow & Low 6YR Old-Fashioned (100 proof) It’s like giving Dad his own personal bartender for the day—serving high-proof, high-quality Old-Fashioned cocktails with zero effort. Slow & Low’s 6-Year Limited Release is a bold, ready-to-pour cocktail made with straight rye whiskey, Demerara sugar, aromatic and orange bitters.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

It is definitely my top cocktail bar in Paris,” says Caroline Noirbusson, head director of the bar. Start by sharing your go-to cocktail and then witness the spin Bisou bartenders put on it. Its popularity stems from hosting global bartender takeovers that include a local masterclass.

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Imbibe Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Its Quinoni is made with an Andean vermouth and quinoa bitters, while the Miski cocktail trades gin for miske , an Ecuadorean agave spirit, macerated with flowers. Calgary: Proof Cocktail Sip an award-winning Negroni at one of the best cocktail bars in Canada.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2024

Craft cocktails with locally sourced seasonal ingredients will always be a hit,” says Carla Marie Rivera, Director of Product Education, South Florida, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. The post Trends in the New Year, Predicted by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Experts appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

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Imbibe Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2024

Inspired by the bars in Mexico that owner Jay Khan loved, it, too, is an unassuming bar with an approachable craft cocktail program. Followed by Bar Leone’s recent accolades, does this signal a move away from complex cocktail recipes and elevated bar experiences?

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Donohue notes that the beer scene has matured considerably, but the city’s craft cocktails are still in their infancy, though the enthusiasm is there. It’s a beautiful, intimate space with no TVs, attentive bartenders, and an instant feeling of coming home.” stop between Seattle and Vancouver.”

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Australian Bartender

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Once a quiet, empty block, it’s now been transformed into something that stands out—a cheeky, retro-styled bar with gold-foiled pin-up girls and hand-painted signs boasting “Cold Drinks, Warm Service, and Hot Bartenders.” The heart and soul of Bar Love are two of Perth’s most loved bartenders, Pippa Canavan and Murray Walsh.

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Bar Magazine

MAY 16, 2025

For over 25 years, FUNKIN has been making it easier for busy bartenders who want to serve up great quality cocktails every time, with quality products they know their customers will love. Meanwhile, Blue Raspberry is seeing a surge in appeal due to a growing trend of 90s and 00s nostalgia – especially amongst Gen Z consumers. [4]

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

Last year, Pantone’s Viva Magenta was named 2023’s Color of the Year and we wrote about how this inspired many bartenders to welcome the inclusion of pomegranate and/or hibiscus in cocktails, to honor Viva Magenta’s bright, ruby velvet color. We’ve rounded up the four best Peach Fuzz cocktails for your drinking pleasure.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Valentines Day is all about love, and what better way to toast to romance than with a beautifully crafted cocktail? Photo by Virgin Hotels NYC Tequila Aphrodites Arrow by Everdene Head Bartender, Marlon Rowley Ingredients 1 oz. Patron Silver oz. Raspberry Pure 1 oz. Coconut Milk oz. Vanilla Extract oz.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 11, 2024

I was talking to a longtime bartender friend recently about the way things were back in the early days of the cocktail renaissance, around the time when we’d first met, almost 20 years ago. The style has captivated generations of bartenders who’ve poured it into oceans of Manhattans and Negronis.

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Australian Bartender

JUNE 4, 2024

By James Irvine, Group Creative Cocktail Lead, Merivale & 2023 Bartender Magazine Bartender of the Year Whilst perched at a bar, it is undeniable paying short odds of the inevitability of a guest ordering a Margarita. It’s the world’s most popular cocktail, and for good reason.

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 19, 2024

Bartender of the Year for the competition’s 12th season! Speed Round: The Top 30 bartenders will race against the clock as they develop a World Class menu of six DIAGEO Reserve craft cocktails during an eight-minute Speed Round challenge. “It The nation’s top 30 mixologists will compete for the title of the U.S.

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 11, 2024

Bartenders should be encouraged to do what they feel and add ingredients to their menus that inspire them. Always do multiple samples of the ingredients and change the quantity of your ingredients accordingly to perfect the cocktails. I think of myself as a “working class” bartender. All ingredients though need to make sense.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Georgia Gresham We always love the Rookie of the Year category in the Bartender Magazine Bar Awards. Maybe theyre doing their apprenticeship at an excellent cocktail bar or entering every cocktail competition they can. I would say it was almost an accident that I fell into bartending. I have so many!

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Bar Magazine

MARCH 7, 2025

Bartenders from Pan Pacific Londons Ginger Lily and The Beaumont Mayfairs Le Magritte created the two winning serves. The judges came together to determine two final winners: Wichayarat Ping Chantawichayasuit, Bartender at Ginger Lily, Pan Pacific London and Giovanni Dellaglio, Head Bartender at Le Magritte, The Beaumont Mayfair.

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Australian Bartender

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

A new generation of passionate bartenders is emerging into cocktail competitions and bars near you. In our February edition of Bartender magazine, Cara Devine interviewed five of these personalities. She is the manager of Bomba in Melbourne and the face and talent behind the cocktailing YouTube channel Behind the Bar.

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