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The Sazerac, Perfected: What Bartenders at The Roosevelt New Orleans Want You to Know

Chilled Magazine

The Sazerac is often celebrated as the official cocktail of New Orleans, distinguished by its unique flavors and rich history. Created by French Quarter pharmacist Antoine Amedie Peychaud, the Sazerac has found its spiritual home at the Art-Deco era Sazerac Bar housed by The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel, solidifying its place in the city’s cocktail culture.

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Inside Look: Daisy Margarita Bar, Los Angeles

Imbibe Magazine

Max Reis can’t escape flavored Margaritas. As a Los Angeles bartender whose goal it is to “surprise and delight guests with creative, unexpected cocktails” while working in Mexican restaurants, the public’s thirst for fruity Margaritas can sometimes be a frustrating cross to bear. Things finally came to a head at Los Feliz’s Mirate , which won the “Best Bar in the West” and “Highest Climber” awards at this year’s 50 Best Bars in North America and is an Imbibe 75 Place to Watch.

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Shaker Collective Is The New Go-To Platform For The Drinks Industry

The Whiskey Wash

Evonne Eadie (left) and Marissa Johnston (right) are drinks industry veterans who aim to foster lasting and positive connections between workers in the drinks industry. Credit: Shaker Collective A groundbreaking networking platform promises to revolutionize how bartenders, chefs, and industry professionals connect and advance their careers globally.

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OASIS REUNION TOUR GIVES HOSPITALITY A SUPERSONIC BOOST

Bar Magazine

The kick-off shows in Cardiff generated more than £4m for city centre venues Hospitality operators in Manchester, Edinburgh and London can expect a welcome boost to trade when Oasis come to town for their much-anticipated reunion shows over the next few weeks. The first shows of the tour, held at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Friday 4 th and Saturday 5 th July, generated more than £4m in beer and cider sales for city centre venues across the two days.

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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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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Judge a Rosé By Its Color

VinePair

There are a lot of misconceptions out there about rosé: It’s made from pink grapes; it’s produced by blending both red and white wine; it’s all cheap. One of the biggest misconceptions about rosé, however, is that the shade of the wine itself dictates how sweet or dry it is. This debate seemingly came to a head in 2022, when lifestyle publication Real Simple posted a “wine tip” on Instagram suggesting that readers “always buy the rosé that is lightest in color.

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Bringing Together Indian and Mexican Cultures—Loca Loka Tequila

Chilled Magazine

Loca Loka Tequila embodies the best of two worlds, bringing together India and Mexico to celebrate the vibrant spirit of both nations. Launched in 2024, the brand is making a major expansion push this year into new U.S. markets. The partners created a name that reflects the embrace of the two cultures, fusing “loca” or Spanish for “crazy,” with “loka” from the Sanskrit for “world.

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Elijah Craig Celebrates Happy Gilmore 2 Release With Special Watch Kits

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Elijah Craig Bourbon brand Elijah Craig is marking the release of Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2 by sending watch party kits to residents of 14 U.S. towns named Happy or Gilmore. The Official Bourbon of the PGA of America announced the promotion ahead of the film’s July 25 premiere, targeting communities across nine states from Kentucky to Nevada.

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Diageo CEO Steps Down as Company Shifts Strategy

VinePair

On Wednesday, Diageo announced that CEO and board director Debra Crew has stepped down from her position, effective immediately, after two years in the role. Diageo CFO Nik Jhangiani will act as interim CEO until a permanent replacement is found. Crew first joined Diageo — the world’s largest spirits maker and owner of brands like Johnnie Walker and Guinness — in 2019 as the president of Diageo North America, and was later promoted to group COO.

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Buffalo Trace partners with Meridian Biotech

Drinks International

Register/Login You are not logged in. Close [x] User name: Password: remember me Log in You are not logged in. Forgot Password? To subscribe, click here Home » News » Spirits news » Whisky news Buffalo Trace partners with Meridian Biotech 17 July, 2025 By Eleanor Yates Meridian Biotech has partnered with Buffalo Trace Distillery to convert the distillery’s byproduct into multifunctional alternative proteins.

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Kenya to raise legal drinking age to 21, curb online alcohol sales

Just Drinks

Kenya has set out to tackle what government ministers have reportedly called "substance abuse", including raising the country's legal drinking age from 18 to 21.

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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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Scapa Distillery Launches Orkney Hiking Trails

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Scapa Distillery Scapa distillery has partnered with outdoor app Outdooractive to create new walking routes across Orkney, combining the island’s rugged landscapes with whisky tasting experiences at journey’s end. Scapa Sanctuary Trails Offer Routes for Every Walker The initiative features three main trails on Orkney, ranging from the 4.2-mile Crantit Trail to the challenging 15-mile Folklore and Stones route.

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Review: Wines of Piper-Heidsieck (Updated 2025)

Drinkhacker

Champagne house Piper-Heidsieck dates back to 1785, when German businessman Florens-Louis Heidsieck embarked on a mission to “seriously craft wines that smile.” Clearly much has changed since then, but today the operation, still a keystone of Champagne, continues to innovate, becoming the first B Corp certified Champagne house in 2022. We launched our coverage of Piper-Heidsieck in 2015, and now we’re expanding it to round out our reviews of both new and permanent, vintage and

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Diageo CEO Debra Crew Steps Down After 2 Years At Helm

The Whiskey Wash

Debra Crew, Diageo CEO, has stepped down with immediate effect. Credit: Diageo Diageo, the spirits giant behind Johnnie Walker and Guinness, announced today that Chief Executive Officer Debra Crew has left the company “with immediate effect by mutual agreement” The departure comes after just two years in the top role at one of the world’s largest alcoholic beverage companies.

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When Did ‘Willy Wonka’ Become the Booze World’s Favorite Cliché?

VinePair

In March of this year, noted British journalist Stephen McGinty wrote a feature for The Sunday Times about Dr. Bill Lumsden. He detailed Lumsden’s longtime work as master distiller for Glenmorangie , revisiting his early days in Glasgow and then Edinburgh, where he earned a Ph.D. in fermentation sciences at Heriot-Watt University. He told of Lumsden’s latest projects: making cologne with luxury brand Givenchy, welcoming Harrison Ford as Glenmorangie’s brand ambassador, and crafting a whiskey na

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93 Octane to Elmhurst? (Plus This Week's New Beer Labels)

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Hi, friends! We’ve got some cool new labels for you to look at this week, but right up top, I have a quick followup to Monday’s email. I had asked if anyone had intel on who was taking over Elmhurst Brewing Company, and got a lot of responses telling me that 93 Octane Brewing would be the new owners! I don’t see any official announcement yet, but they have added this Elmhurst-specific page on their website and even a new/updated address on their BeerAdvocate page.

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Glenturret Whisky: 8 Facts That May Surprise You

The Whiskey Wash

The Glenturret X Jaguar limited-edition whisky commemorates the 70th anniversary of Jaguar C-Type’s historic Le Mans victory, with only 220 bottles produced to match the car’s horsepower. Most whisky enthusiasts know the big names from Speyside and Islay, but tucked away in the Scottish Highlands sits a distillery that claims to be Scotland’s oldest working producer.

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“We’re a scale-up. We’re not a Diageo, Brown-Forman or Campari” – Illva Saronno talks UK strategy

Just Drinks

Marc Richardson, country director at Illva Saronno’s UK business discusses the group's innovation and investment plans in the market.

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How Good Is Macallan 10 According to Experts?

The Whiskey Wash

For years, Macallan 10 Year Old Sherry Oak was the gateway into one of the most respected single malts in the world. Matured exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks and bottled with an age statement, it set a benchmark for richness, approachability, and craft. It’s no longer part of Macallan’s modern core range (having been discontinued in 2013). But does that mean it’s lost relevance?

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Sazerac to convert Buffalo Trace by-products into alt-proteins 

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High West Prisoner’s Share Review

The Whiskey Wash

High West’s The Prisoner’s Share 2025 is one of the year’s most anticipated releases. A bold blend of straight whiskeys finished in The Prisoner wine barrels. Does it live up to the hype?

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Don’t be fooled by Crew’s exit: the next Diageo CEO will face the same problems

Just Drinks

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Isle of Harris Gin Releases Limited-Edition Pink Ceramic Bottle for Summer

The Whiskey Wash

The pink hue on the bottle mirrors the sea thrift flowers that bloom on the Isle of Harris’ coastline. Credit: Isle of Harris Distillery Isle of Harris Distillery has unveiled a limited-edition ceramic bottle glazed in “Sea Thrift Pink,” inspired by the wildflowers that bloom along the Outer Hebridean coastlines. The handcrafted Cèilidh Bottle, limited to 1,500 bottles, launches today (July 16) to coincide with the HebCelt Festival, continuing the distillery’s annual seri

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Why Is Arugula Called ‘Rocket’ Outside the U.S.?

VinePair

This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. Arugula is a leafy green with character. It’s peppery and slightly nutty with a kick of mustard-like spice, and despite its bold profile — as far as greens go — arugula proves to be versatile with countless culinary applications.

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7 Things You Didn’t Know About Royal Salute’s Signature Blend

The Whiskey Wash

Most whisky drinkers know Royal Salute as a luxury blended scotch. But few realize just how much history and detail sit behind its Signature Blend. First created in 1953 to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation, this 21-year-old whisky has remained unchanged for over 70 years. It’s elegant, reliable, and a benchmark for what blended Scotch can be. Here are seven things that set it apart and why it’s still the heart of the Royal Salute range. 1.

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Update: Diageo CEO Debra Crew departs “by mutual agreement”

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Review: 15 Stars Founder’s Reserve Fine Aged Rye

Drinkhacker

We’ve covered plenty of premium bourbon blends from Bardstown-based, non-distilling producer 15 Stars but only one rye whiskey to date. Today, we can add a second to the list with this latest offering, Founder’s Reserve Fine Aged Rye. The six-year-old First West Rye blend that we sampled last year looks pretty pedestrian on paper when compared to this mix of 8, 9, 13, and 14-year-old rye whiskeys sourced from Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee.

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Laphroaig 2025 Càirdeas Lore Cask Strength Launched In U.S. Market

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Suntory Gloabl Spirits Laphroaig has announced its 2025 Càirdeas release will be a cask-strength version of its popular Lore expression, bottled at a potent 59.6% ABV and priced at $110 for US markets. Laphroaig Single Malt Takes Classic Lore to New Heights The Islay distillery’s latest limited release transforms one of its most complex whiskies into an intense, non-chill filtered experience.

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Summer Heat Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Summer Heat cocktail makes me think of the feeling of sun on your skin. It's sweet, spicy and bold with hints of lemon and ginger.

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Diageo silent amid CEO exit talk

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Sex on the Beach Drink Recipe, a Fruity Summer Cocktail

Mix That Drink

The Sex on the Beach is a delicious classic cocktail. It's sweet and fruity enough that you almost don't notice the alcohol, but it's actually a strong drink.

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Singer Norah Jones invests in Maison Wessman 

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Top 5 Whisky.Auction Picks For Collectors This July

The Whiskey Wash

All images courtesy of Whisky.Auction Despite the summer holidays looming, the quality of our auctions hasn’t slowed one bit, with some great bottles for collectors and drinkers alike available for bids this week. This month, our highlights are dominated by our favourite traditional Scotch whisky distilleries. The Whisky.Auction July auction is live now, closing at 19:30 BST on Tuesday, 22 July.