Cheers

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The tequila craze may be cooling somewhat, but on-premise experts expect demand for the agave spirit to continue at bars and restaurants. The popular styles and brands of tequila may shift, as many predict a continued rise in mezcal and other related spirits. Brands from lesser-known craft producers and additive-free tequilas will gain ground in 2025, although supply issues and the threat of tariffs on products from Mexico could create problems for on- and off-premise operators.

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PUNCH

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The amaro-spiked Manhattan cocktail riff, Yesterday, Today and Amaro, combines whiskey, Cynar, Averna and Bndictine. Here's the recipe.

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Spiritz

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The Delhi government has directed hotels, clubs, and restaurants serving liquor to verify the age of their customers using hard copies of government-issued ID proofs. The move came after Excise Department officials found violations of the legal drinking age norm during random inspections at various establishments. The Delhi Excise Act, 2009, prohibits selling or delivering liquor to those under 25 years of age and violations can lead to penalties.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The new Beam Private Barrel Club offers whiskey lovers an immersive experience. Credit: Suntory Global Spirits James B. Beam Distilling Co., makers of iconic whiskeys such as Jim Beam , Knob Creek , and Bookers Bourbon , has launched the Beam Private Barrel Club. For the first time ever, whiskey fans can purchase a single barrel of whiskey for bottling at the distillery.

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Tales of the Cocktail

DECEMBER 11, 2024

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Happy Wednesday, friends - just two weeks to go until Xmas, for those who celebrate. Have you picked up your celebratory booze and glassware gifts from the grocery store yet? (The only gifts I ever got for my roommates in my early twenties were bottles of whiskey packaged with branded glassware. I’m assuming I’m not the only one.) Let’s brown!

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

US retail company Kroger is reviewing its options after US courts blocked its nearly $25bn merger with Albertsons.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Suntory Global Spirits is opening up its single barrel programme to private consumers, with the introduction of the Beam Private Barrel Club.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Brewer S.A. Damm is to produce, market and distribute Nestea for Nestl in Spain after the Swiss giant's deal with Coca-Cola ends this month.

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Malt

DECEMBER 11, 2024

I know that I am a little late to the party on this one everything new and exciting just seems to take just a. The post Ardnahoe 5 Inaugural Release first appeared on Malt.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed a deal had been reached last Friday (6 December).

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Developed by Elmer Mejicanos at San Francisco's Causwells, the Candy Cane combines herbal, minty, and stone fruit flavors. Check it out here!

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The price of Arabica coffee beans hit $3.34 per pound in Tuesday (10 December) trading on the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE).

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Suntory Holdings has appointed Nobuhiro (Nobu) Torii, the company’s current executive vice president, as the new president, effective 25 March 2025.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Pernod Ricard has refused to be drawn on reports it has fired staff in Rajasthan after an investigation into alleged discounting malpractices.

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Drinks International

DECEMBER 11, 2024

American whiskey distiller, Bardstown Bourbon Company, and Brindiamo, a leader in sourcing bulk whiskey, will launch an exclusive barrel leasing programme.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Spanish brewer S.A. Damm is to distribute the Kirin Ichiban beer brand in the UK next year.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

On the roof of South Beach, Miamis Betsy Hotel , the blinding sun today is just like the property itself: glorious. Flying to South Florida from New York last week, Ive come down south to take in the citys famed Art Week, otherwise known as Art Basel. Its a week-long period of eye-popping work, glamorous parties and, of course, cocktails. The rooftop pool at the Betsy acts as the epitome of Miami culture; among them: unbeatable weather, perfect drinks, fun vibes with a glint of a laid-back attit

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Workers at a Heineken brewery in France have reportedly resorted to strike action in a dispute over pay.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The award-winning tropical cocktail bar Three Dots and a Dash has just launched their seasonal, holiday menu filled with Christmas-y twists on tiki favorites. Check out two of their festive recipes below and bring a little island flair to your holidays! Liqueur , Rum Mistletoe Mai Tai Ingredients 1 oz. Cranberry Infused Jamaican Overproof* 1 oz. Aged Jamaican Rum 1/2 oz.

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Just Drinks

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Eckes-Granini has struck a deal to acquire fellow German juices business Wolfgang Jobmann.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Around the holidays, a bottle of wine seems like a simple, easy gift to give until youre standing in a liquor store trying to figure out what to buy. How much to spend and what to give are complicated questions, but add in the question of what your host likes to drink and even a well-versed wine drinker could lose hours trying to decide. Whether the aim of a bottle is to seem in the know about new wine trends, or about historically popular grapes and regions, a sommelier can help identify the ri

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Since 2000, Compass Box has pushed to define their own existence in the Scotch world. “Different than a distiller, more than a blender” is one brand-approved tagline, though “whiskymakers” is the ultimate self-coined term they go back to time and time again. To the company’s credit, their whiskies sourced, finished, and blended in often-dizzying permutations are usually anything but boring.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Wondering how to pronounce “Slinte”? This cheat sheet breaks it downno tongue-twisters, just easy tips to impress your friends at the next whisky tasting. Raise your glass, take a breath, and say it with confidence: Slinte ! Or is it Slange ? Maybe Slahn-che ? Dont panic; youre in the right place to decode this famously tricky Gaelic toast.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The Lujan de Cuyo region of Argentinas Mendoza province is scattered with quality finds, and Terrazas de los Andes (Spanish for Terraces of the Andes) is certainly on that list. Established in 1996 as a part of Moet-Hennessys wine division, the company acquired land originally established by the La Perla winery in 1895 and discovered several high-altitude vineyards planted but not being used, just waiting to be turned into wines again.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Pop into most O.G. burrito shops or taquerias, and youll likely find horchata on the menu. The traditional Latin American plant-based milk beverage is made with nuts, rice, or fruit, and is often spiked with cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar. On its own, this creamy, refreshing beverage satisfies, but RumChata takes things up a notch. RumChata is a Mexican horchata-inspired, rum-based liqueur using Caribbean rum, spices, vanilla, and Wisconsin dairy cream.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 11, 2024

I’m the first to agree that a name like “Loco Tequila” does not exactly connote a handcrafted, luxury, sipping experience. But in a Zoom with the brand’s creador Beto Navarro, he explains that “Loco” was intended to refer to the mad geniuses of the world and not wild days taking shots with salt and lime. More Mozart, less Senor Frog’s.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2024

For everyday drinking, Bordeaux has long been overshadowed by other regions in France and elsewhere in the wine world. But just why has it fallen by the wayside? Theres the complexity of the labels and appellations, ranging from Bordeaux to dozens of more place-specific subregions, some of them world-famous; the challenge of knowing the difference between Left Bank and Right Bank wines ( Cabernet Sauvignon -based versus Merlot -based); the feeling that Bordeaux is your parents or grandparents wi

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Credit: Christies In 2008, a visit to The Macallan estate set the stage for an extraordinary journey. The purpose? To collect water for ice cubes featured in what became the worlds most expensive cocktail, served at Dubais iconic Burj Al Arab. Yet, this was just the beginning of a 15-year fascination with The Macallan 1926 , a whisky that has since become the ultimate symbol of rarity and value.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Your guests are looking to make merry this season, so be sure to have some special holiday cocktails on offer. Here are 10 we like for this year, including a few Grinchy options for those not feeling the spirit. And here’s a look back on our 2023 holiday drink roundup for more ideas. Print Ho, Ho, Hot Chocolate Course Drinks Keyword Fernet Branca, Green Chartreuse, hot chocolate Ingredients oz. Green Chartreuse oz. Fernet Branca 5 oz. Hot chocolate bas

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Good Spirits News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Introducing Hine XO 1er Cru Grande Champagne Cognac, a blend crafted exclusively from eaux-de-vie sourced from the Grande Champagne region, the most prestigious of the Cognac crus. Created by Hines Cellar Masters, Eric Forget and Paul Szersnovicz, this Cognac has been aged for over a decade in French oak barrels to achieve a perfect harmony of flavors and aromas.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Ever wondered what a dram of whisky actually is? This guide explains the history, size, and meaning behind this charming term, along with tips for enjoying a dram like a pro. What Is a Dram of Whisky? If youre a whisky enthusiast, youve probably heard the word dram tossed around, whether at a distillery, whisky tasting, or simply among friends. But what exactly is a dram, and why does it seem so delightfully vague?

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Australian Bartender

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As the summer months roll in, theres no better way to discover the ultimate pairing for your favourite beerJgermeister. Known as Deer & Beer, this combination puts a fresh spin on the classic boilermaker, blending the herbal flavours of Jgermeister with the refreshing taste of a crisp beer. Whether youre in a dive bar or laid-back pub, this pairing delivers an unexpected balance of smoothness and intensity, taking your beer experience to the next level.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 11, 2024

TL;DR The Johnnie Walker Blue Label Cities of the Future London 2220 edition features the same premium liquid as the regular Blue Label, renowned for its consistency and award-winning quality. The difference lies in its futuristic packaging, a striking depiction of Londons skyline in 2220 by digital artist Luke Halls, making it a collectors item. Ideal for fans of Blue Label seeking an elevated presentation or whisky enthusiasts drawn to its limited-edition appeal.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Penelope Bourbon has announced its latest innovation in cask-finished bourbon with the release of Havana. The Penelope team looked to capitalize on the popularity of maple with Havana, by taking a Caribbean rum finish for a base of molasses and tropical sweetness and augmentiing it with a maple syrup cask finish. The casks for the second finish were used to age Penelope bourbon, then were repurposed to age maple syrup before being used for Havanas second finish.

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