Fri.Jul 11, 2025

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The Magic of Milan in a Cocktail

Chilled Magazine

 The glitz and glamour of Italy tends to come to spectacular life in the most enchanting of surroundings. Photos by Marcus Lloyd Case in point: take a trip up north in Milan to the Piazza Quadrilatero. While you’re there, look around at an expansive courtyard as stunning Baroque architecture tower over you and the stylish people of the city hustle past.

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Drink of the Week: Meli Quinoa Beer

Imbibe Magazine

The world of gluten-free beer has evolved leaps and bounds, even since 2007, when the Great American Beer Festival created a dedicated category for recognition. Brewers employ a variety of methods, from using enzymes to break down gluten in traditionally brewed beer, to utilizing base grains that are naturally gluten free, like sorghum, oats, and rice.

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More Mikerphone! (Plus This Weekend's Beer Events)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Hi, friends! Happy Friday. I’m filing this dispatch from the road - we are in Detroit this weekend for a wedding and I almost certainly won’t have any time to sneak out to Batch Brewing or Eastern Market. (Might find a way to duck into the Grand Trunk Pub , though. That place rules.) Wherever this email finds you, I hope y’all have a good weekend.

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New research highlights generational differences in shift work pressures

Bar Magazine

Gen Zs struggle most with unpredictable scheduling, while Millennials report the worst work/life balance It’s not just Gen Zs feeling the strain of shift work. Millennials are most likely to want a predictable and consistent work schedule, with half (49%) of them agreeing it is very important to them, in comparison to 41% of Gen Z and 44% of Gen X. However, when asked if they have a good work/life balance, less than half of millennials (48%) agreed, in comparison to 56% of Gen Zs and 61% of Gen

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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The Next Great Cocktail Spirit May Be From Colombia: Aguardiente

Bartender.com

Around Latin America, aguardiente has been used to refer to many different types of spirits, everything from tequila to rum. But in Colombia, aguardiente has a very specific meaning. It refers to the beloved sugarcane-based spirit that is flavored with anise. You can find the so-called fire water made around the country and most of it the production is consumed domestically.

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The Cocktail Bar at The Marylebone Introduces Marylebone Village Charm:  A brand new Marylebone-inspired Cocktail Menu

Bar Magazine

The Cocktail Bar at the five-star Marylebone hotel unveils an enchanting new cocktail menu from Monday 14 th July, that takes guests on a sensory tour through Marylebone’s storied history, with each drink a homage to local legends and architecture. Paying tribute to Selfridges’ iconic beauty hall just moments from The Marylebone, Eau de Perfume is a cocktail constructed like a fine fragrance: structured in top, heart, and base notes for a layered tasting experience.

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What If Your Mojito Was More Like a French 75?

Cocktails with Suderman

Links About Drinks Fake ice! Mint preservation techniques! An interesting look at what drink stylists do to make cocktails look good for Instagram. For this newsletter, I obviously try to take photos that are more appealing rather than less, but I don’t go nearly this far. I certainly don’t use fake ice, and, well, sometimes the mint isn’t its best self.

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Condesa Gin Masterclass

UK Bartenders Guild

A Taste of La Condesa: Mexican Gin Makes Its UK Debut “A leafy haven where ivy drapes over art deco facades and sun-drenched corners meet tree-lined avenues.” This poetic description captures the spirit of La Condesa , one of Mexico City’s most charming and creative neighbourhoods—and the inspiration behind a truly unique Mexican gin that’s about to make its mark in the UK.

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The Ultimate Guide to Profitable Draft Beer Pricing in 2025

Bar-i

The craft beer explosion isn't just a trend; it's a new reality. For today's bar owner, navigating the world of draft beer is more complex—and more critical—than ever.

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Marylebone Meets the French Riviera as 108 Brasserie Unveils its Summer Terrace with Maison Mirabeau

Bar Magazine

This summer, the sun-drenched sophistication of the Côte d’Azur arrives in the heart of London as 108 Brasserie launches its enchanting Summer Terrace in collaboration with Maison Mirabeau. Nestled on one of Marylebone’s most picturesque, cobbled lanes, the terrace evokes the effortless glamour of the French Riviera, and becomes the place to be for lingering lunches, golden-hour apéritifs, and indulgent afternoons beneath a canopy of Provençal blooms.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Round Barn Distillery Launches Four Flavored Whiskeys

The Whiskey Wash

The four new flavored whiskeys are part of the Harvest Infusion Series. Credit: Round Barn Distillery Michigan’s Round Barn Distillery has expanded its portfolio with four new flavored whiskeys, capitalizing on a market segment that has grown 34% over the past four years. The Baroda-based distillery announced its Harvest Infusion Series this week, introducing Apple, Cinnamon, Vanilla, and Peach whiskeys to meet rising consumer demand for flavored spirits.

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A Covid Success Story: Loveday Distillery Celebrates Fourth Birthday and Soil Association Certification 

Bar Magazine

Loveday , the female-founded Falmouth craft distillery created by Chloe Gillatt and Daisy Hillier during Covid, is celebrating its fourth birthday and continued success as the brand looks to grow further in 2025. The sustainable spirit producer is currently one of only two UK distilleries producing Soil Association organic certified rum from scratch.

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Top tea tips for the bar and home – new podcast!

The Cocktail Lovers

For everything you want to know about choosing, using and infusing teas there’s only one woman to call, and that’s Henrietta Lovell aka the Rare Tea Lady. In this episode she talks to us about her passion for tea, its growers and the importance of making ethical choices, as well as sharing her incredible knowledge on how teas can enhance all manner of drinking experiences – in the home, restaurant and bar.

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Kraft Heinz launches first-ever culinary competition, in partnership with 2018 Great British Menu winner James Cochran

Bar Magazine

Kraft Heinz has partnered with James Cochran and the Craft Guild of Chefs to launch Masters of the Menu – its first-ever nationwide culinary competition for independent chefs and operators. The competition will give five talented chefs the chance to receive one-on-one mentorship from Cochran, developing their business acumen and culinary skill before competing in an intimate two-round cook-off for the ultimate culinary crown – Masters of the Menu champion.

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Rory McCann Invests in New Slanj Whisky Brand

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Slanj Game of Thrones actor Rory McCann has invested in a new Scottish whisky brand that aims to make scotch more accessible to everyday drinkers. Slanj, launched by brothers Brian and Craig Halley alongside Stuart Montgomerie, debuts with a £47 blended whisky that eschews traditional formality. The venture represents the culmination of a decade-long dream for the founders, who previously established Slanj Kilts.

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The VinePair Podcast: The Changing Landscape of Alcohol Investing

VinePair

This episode of the “VinePair Podcast” is sponsored by Tequila El Mexicano. Listeners, as you know, I recently visited Tequila, and one of the magical parts of that trip was seeing how producers like El Mexicano are blending their historic legacy and modern techniques to create truly stunning bottlings using nothing more than agave, water, and yeast.

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25 Years of Warm Welcomes: The Evolution of Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery

The Whiskey Wash

This year, we’re raising our glasses to a milestone close to our hearts: 25 years of welcoming visitors to Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery. Since the day we opened our doors back in April 2000, our home in the heart of the Scottish Highlands has been more than just a place where whisky is crafted; it’s been a place where whisky lovers from around the world meet our welcoming team, connect with our heritage, our craft, and, most importantly, each other.

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Kingfisher Drinks introduce Sagres Sol & Mar to the UK!

Bar Magazine

Kingfisher Drinks, the premium world beer and cider company, is delighted to announce the launch of Sagres Sol & Mar, a bold new twist on the iconic Sagres taste. This new product is available to outlets from August onwards in cases of 24 x 330ml cans, with an RRP of £4.45 per can. New Sagres Sol & Mar is light, crisp, and brewed with a subtle touch of sea salt from the Portuguese coast, capturing the spirit of summer in every sip.

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Is the Squid Game Johnnie Walker Bottle Worth the Hype?

The Whiskey Wash

The Johnnie Walker x Squid Game bottle is trending again and for good reason. Season 3 of the hit Netflix series has just dropped, and fans are revisiting the limited-edition Black Label that first appeared alongside Season 2. Blending iconic Scotch with one of the most-watched shows in streaming history, this release caught the eye of collectors and casual drinkers alike.

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Nestlé France HQ searched in mineral waters investigation

Just Drinks

The headquarters of Nestlé's operations in France have been raided in connection with an ongoing probe concerning its local water business.

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Blanton’s Gold Edition Review

The Whiskey Wash

Discover whether Blanton’s Gold lives up to its premium reputation in Jade Cox's in-depth review of this smooth, complex, and iconic single barrel bourbon.

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Ragnaud Sabourin Cognac looks to Christian Louboutin for brand awareness boost

Just Drinks

Cognac producer Ragnaud Sabourin is hoping designer Christian Louboutin's investment in the business will drive awareness of its products.

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Penderyn Launches Serpent’s Tears, Bringing Peated Whisky Back To Wales

The Whiskey Wash

Serpent’s Tears is a peated whisky, the first to be produced in Wales in over a century. Credit: Penderyn Welsh distillery Penderyn has unveiled Serpent’s Tears, marking the first peated whisky produced in North Wales since Fron Goch Distillery closed over 100 years ago. The 46% ABV single malt represents a significant milestone for the Llandudno facility and the Welsh whisky industry.

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Featured Wine of July 2025: Josh Cellars Seaswept

Bartender.com

For easy-sipping this summer and beyond, Josh Cellars Seaswept (SRP: $15.99) is a crisp and refreshing white wine blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio. Created to fill a consumer need for more refreshing, warm weather wine options, this innovative wine combines California’s lightest white wine varietals and is meant to be enjoyed outdoors. Whether at the pool, on the beach, or at a BBQ with friends, Seaswept is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

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Macallan 25 Year Old: Is It Worth It? Whisky Experts Weigh In

The Whiskey Wash

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak is a long beloved expression from the Speyside distillery. But does it live up to the hype…and the price? The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak is one of the most recognizable bottles in scotch whisky. It’s also very expensive, with prices starting around $2,500. For some, it’s the pinnacle of luxury whisky. For others, it’s overpriced and overhyped.

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Review: Still Austin Bottled in Bond Red Corn Bourbon, Complete Lineup (Updated 2025)

Drinkhacker

Still Austin iterates again this year with a new bourbon, made with red corn and bottled in bond. It’s the first in a line of four bonded whiskeys that will roll out over the next year, this one made with a mashbill of 36% Jimmy Red corn, 34% white corn, 25% rye, and 5% malted barley. As it’s a bonded whiskey, it’s understood that the final product is (at least) four years old.

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Wales lines up 2027 launch for deposit return scheme

Just Drinks

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Frey Ranch Five Grain Single Barrel Bourbon Launch

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Frey Ranch Nevada’s Frey Ranch Distillery has unveiled its first bourbon featuring all five grains grown on its farm. The farm-to-glass distillery has announced two single barrel releases of its Five Grain Single Barrel Bourbon. Each barrel contains corn, wheat, barley, rye, and oat — an unusual combination in the whiskey industry. With fewer than 350 bottles total, the release represents one of the smallest productions from the Nevada-based operation.

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Review: Westward x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask Single Malt Whiskey

Drinkhacker

Westward ‘s first club release of 2025 (exclusive to subscription members) is this collaboration bottling, produced in cooperation with Oregon’s Fort George Brewery. Westward is no stranger to brewery collabs, and Fort George has long been a partner — though it’s never had its name on the label until now. Westward x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask Single Malt Whiskey is designed to “showcase the incredible character of their famously delicious Matryoshka Stout,” and

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Lavazza ‘calls for another delay to EU deforestation law’

Just Drinks

"We call that the legislation, especially for coffee, be postponed for another year," Lavazza chairman Giuseppe Lavazza has reportedly said.

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Wolves Whiskey & Willett Launch 10-Year Rye

The Whiskey Wash

Wolves Whiskey and Willett Family Estate come together to launch a 10-year-old rye, “uniting Southern tradition with Western innovation” Credit: Wolves Whiskey A new $355 collaboration between California’s Wolves and Kentucky’s Willett Family Estate brings together two distinct American whiskey traditions in a limited-edition 10-year rye blend.

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Irn-Bru maker AG Barr buys majority stake in The Turmeric Co

Just Drinks

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Douglas Laing Launches Limited Three Wood Whisky

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Douglas Laing & Co. A new limited-edition Lowland whisky hits shelves with just 1,920 bottles available worldwide, showcasing an innovative triple-cask maturation process. Scottish independent bottler Douglas Laing & Co. has released The Epicurean Three Wood Finish, a cask-strength whisky that combines virgin oak, bourbon, and sherry cask influences.

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Mizkan buys US cocktail mixers brand Zing Zang 

Just Drinks

Mizkan Group's US arm has acquired local cocktail mixers brand Zing Zang from private equity investor NexPhase Capital.

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Clement Bana Canne First Looks

Cocktail Wonk

France-based Spiribam entered the banana liqueur space with its Clément Bana Canne. Given the popularity of the brand’s Creole Shrubb, the Bana Canne has a high bar to clear. So, how is it? The post Clement Bana Canne First Looks appeared first on Cocktail Wonk.