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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What’s Your Most Controversial Cocktail Take?

VinePair

It rounds out bitterness, amplifies citrus, and gives savory cocktails the kind of depth bartenders are always chasing with expensive vermouths or obscure amari. ” —Daniel Beedle, certified sommelier and director of operations, Kimpton The Forum Hotel , Charlottesville, Va. If you’re still scared of MSG in 2025, you’re behind.”

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Tales Of The Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) Announces the 2025 Cocktail Apprentice Program® (CAP) Class

Tales of the Cocktail

These emerging talents will work under the guidance of Grey Coats to execute cocktail service across TOTCs educational seminars and premier events, including Tales Catalyst and the Spirited Awards . The Cocktail Apprentice Programs core pillars are mentorship, community, and elevating the craft of bartending beyond the bar and mixing glass.