Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In 2002, while he was working at LAB Bar in London, the late Ghanaian mixologist Douglas Ankrah invented a modern cocktail classic: the Pornstar Martini. More than two decades later, the drink remains a global sensation, inspiring countless riffs and internet searches (it was the most Googled cocktail of 2024). Unfortunately, Ankrahs native Ghana isnt always prominent in conversations about trending drinks or influential recipes.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

If you have only been drinking beer for a few years, you might not realize that one of the most popular beer styles is fairly contemporary. Hazy IPAs, also called New England-style IPAs, have only been brewed since 2004. This is when famed brewer John Kimmich at Vermonts The Alchemist brewed the first batch of the now iconic Heady Topper IPA. In the two decades since, the hazy, juicy, fruity style has exploded.

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A Bar Above

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

How Clemente Bar, a cocktail bar above Eleven Madison Park, developed its five-course $225 menu, according to its beverage director.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

First up: After a brief soft open period (where they Mayor stopped by!), Diversey House had their official grand opening on Wednesday! Congrats mostly to the Moor’s Brewing team who finally has a space to call their own, but also congrats to Steep Ravine for coming through the other side of that whole trademark thing. moorsbeer A post shared by @moorsbeer They’ve been added to our Chicagoland Craft Beer Map.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Bourbon is a uniquely American spirit. Its as entrenched in our countrys history as apple pie, free soda refills, ranch dressing, and oversized pickup trucks. If youre a drinker, theres a pretty good chance youve imbibed your fair share of bourbon over the years. If not, what exactly are you waiting for? Well, theres no time like the present. If youre new to bourbon whiskey, you should know a little background before you dive right in.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

You probably have lukewarm feelings for something that the masses adore. Theres the wildly popular movie that left you cold. The hit song that makes you punch your presets at supersonic speed. The perpetually busy coffee shop that you think pours subpar lattes. The whiskey world is like that. Whether youre talking about bourbon , Irish whiskey , or single malt Scotch , you can probably name a bottle that makes you utter meh, even though the public loves it or the taters doggedly chase it down.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Inspired by Hillstone, new bars from Schmuck in NYC to Gus Sip & Dip in Chicago are "refrosting" your Martini glass midway through.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Our reviews team sampled countless bourbons in 2024. Ranging from Bottled-in-Bond expressions to experimental cask finishes, there was no shortage of profiles to explore and review. The no-fee nature of our competition ensures that our reviewers are open and honest about what they consider to be the best bourbons that the United States has to offer.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Indie bottler Single Cask Nation went about business as usual in 2024 despite their acquisition by Scotch Malt Whisky Society parent company Artisanal Spirits. Founders Joshua Hatton and Jason Johnstone-Yellin tell us to expect more of the same as they continue to do what theyve always done, deliver interesting and high-quality single cask spirits as conveniently and affordably as possible.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Looking to make something sweet for your Valentine this year? From cupcakes to ice cream sandwiches, here are some boozy dessert ideas to choose from. Beer Churros with Chocolate Stout Sauce The only thing better than fried bits of sweet, beer-soaked dough (aka beer churros)? Dipping them in a beer-spiked chocolate sauce. Bitter Amaro Balls A generous pour of amaro brings bittersweet depth to this sweet treat.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

If you didnt know it already, the cocktail world is booming. Ever since the cocktail renaissance of the early 2000s, mixology has been a big deal. From Tacoma to Tampa, there are cocktails and bars littered throughout the country where talented, creative bartenders are mixing up classic and contemporary drinks. If you want to be known as a bartender worth your salt, many classic drinks should be perfected first.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Is there any more maligned partner in the world of cocktails than the vermouth in a Martini ? The aromatized wine has been part of the makeup of the worlds most famous cocktail since the get-go back in the 1880s. It is one of the two necessary ingredients needed for a drink to be called Martini. And yet, it gets no respect. Like Garfunkel in Simon & Garfunkel and Oates in Hall & Oates, its role has been routinely undervalued, discounted, and just plain dismissed.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This is the best top-shelf liquor, according to bartenders. Here are their picks for high-end tequila, mezcal, gin, whiskey and vodka.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This Cognac-based cocktail from Employees Only in New York gets a flavor boost from chai-infused rosso vermouth. Print Mata Hari Course Drinks Keyword chai tea, Cognac, lemon, pomegranate juice, red vermouth, Simple syrup Ingredients 1 oz. Pierre Ferrand 1840 Cognac 1 oz. Chai-infused rosso vermouth oz. Pomegranate juice oz. Lemon oz. Simple syrup Instructions Combine ingredients and shake.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Augusta Distillery was founded in 2018 and has largely functioned as a bottler of exceptional sourced bourbon. Since that time, Augusta has transitioned into a fully functional distillery with Alex Castle appointed as the first master distiller in May 2024. As Augusta waits for in-house whiskey to come of age, the distillery continues to bottle Old Route 8 and Buckner’s, sourced from various origins.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The delight found in opening an unexpected bottle of wine is right up there with stumbling across a sunsetsheer ephemeral joy. And so it was when I popped the cork on the Johan Vineyards Savagnin, a wine I knew nothing about and immediately, thoroughly, enjoyed. While Oregon’s Willamette Valley is well-known for its Pinot Noir (comprising 70 percent of the region’s production), white varietal Savagnin is virtually nonexistent in the area, except at Johan Vineyards.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In Honor of Black History Month, The Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Bespoke Cocktails Highlighting Edmonds Honor Bourbon. In partnership with Pronghorn , Chilled 100 Bartenders develop original cocktails that not only showcase their individual style, but also highlight the unique qualities of Edmonds Honor bourbon. The Vanilla Noir takes its inspiration from the art and etching on the bottle itself; a flower held by a dark figured hand, Born from botany, made for Bourbon The selection of Amaro con

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Every spirits brand wants its packaging to look attractive and stand out on the shelf, but when the time comes to design a new bottle, aesthetics are only a fraction of the equation. Theres ensuring the bottle is sturdy enough to withstand minor bumps and mishandling, while not making it too clunky or awkward to hold, especially if its targeted at bars and for mixing in cocktails.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

From Clemente Bar to Atomix in NYC, the cocktail tasting menu experience is having a moment. Here's what's driving the trend.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

In 2024, our reviews team tasted and reviewed 81 different American whiskeys including ryes, blends, and American single malts. At our inaugural Whiskey Wash Awards , 31 of these whiskeys were awarded medals, with some achieving Double Gold and Gold. The no-fee nature of our competition ensured that each whiskey was fairly assessed. Today, I will be taking a closer look at some of the award-winning American whiskeys from The Whiskey Wash Awards 2025, breaking down recipes, and histories, and ref

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Youll have to forgive us for completely overlooking the new-ish The Dalmore 14 Years Old. Weve diligently kept up with the Highland distillerys more exotic and pricey releases in recent years, but somehow, weve missed some of the more affordable offerings. For all the rarified ambrosia in their portfolio, Dalmore offers quite a few sub-$100 expressions, like this bottle.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

I’ll preface this week’s recommendation with an important caveat: I am a mushroom lovera certified fungi fan. But that said, the new Veda Mushroom Liqueur is surprisingly easy to enjoy. Does it taste like mushrooms? Yes, it does. It wouldn’t be nearly as interesting if it didn’t. But the thoughtfully crafted botanical liqueur manages to bring the true flavor of mushrooms into a format both intriguing and versatile.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Access LIVE 2025, taking place February 3-5 in Denver, CO, promises to be the premier event for the beverage alcohol industry. Bringing together professionals from all sectors, it offers a dynamic platform for collaboration, learning, and exploration of the latest industry trends. In a time of uncertaintyamid evolving regulations, tariffs, and shifting consumer preferencesthis event serves as a central hub for industry leaders to connect and innovate.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

In recent years, long-defunct whiskey brands have gotten a new lease on life , legacy producers have debuted celebrated one-offs and new permanent line extensions , and Scotch makers have upped their cask-aging ante to unprecedented heights. But of course, these milestones only represent the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the exciting worldwide whiskey scene.

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Added to a classic Gimlet recipe, Leopold Bros. Sour Lime Cordial kicks up the flavor and texture of the classic gin cocktail.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Who: Ashleigh McFadden What: Sommelier Where: Nadair restaurant in Atlanta Age: 37 First Industry Job: Server at a steakhouse in Lithonia, GA Favorite Drink: Traditional-method sparkling wine Sommelier Ashleigh McFadden has elevated Ndairs reputation by aligning the Atlanta restaurants wine program with its sustainability mission. Her focus on organic wines and working with female winemakers has enabled her to bring a unique perspective to the table.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Established by U.S. law in 1897, the bottled-in-bond act is still a relevant and, to spirits aficionados, familiar signal of quality in American liquor. In a world of sourced whiskey and non-distilling producers (nothing wrong with that, to be clear!), it also a major signifier of a spirit’s provenance. Bonded whiskey needs to be made by a single distiller in a single season, aged for at least four years, proofed at 50% abv, and labeled with the corresponding Distilled Spirits Plant (DSP

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Bruce Joseph’s career at Hotaling & Co. spans 45 years. Credit: Hotaling & Co. Bruce Joseph, a cornerstone figure in American craft distilling, announced his retirement from San Francisco’s Hotaling & Co. , marking the end of a transformative era in craft spirits production. Joseph will transition to the role of Master Distiller Emeritus and distillery consultant effective Feb. 13, 2025.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Who doesnt love cinnamon? A staple in kitchens everywhere, its never far behind the essential seasonings. The colder weather months are the perfect time to add generous drifts of cinnamon to your morning oatmeal or toast. Did you know cinnamon is also a fragrant flavor to center a delicious drink around? Lets consider five cinnamon-centric cocktails to sweeten your happy hours up a notch and impress your guests. 5.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

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PUNCH

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

12 easy amaro cocktail recipes, using Fernet, Cynar, Meletti and more in low proof and bittersweet drinks.

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Spiritz

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Over the past few years, there has been a surge in people’s openness to experimentation and new experiences that go beyond traditional norms. Today’s consumers are increasingly affluent and adventurous, which is fuelling the rise of an evolved cocktail culture in India’s spirits landscape. Whisky, with its versatility, has become a key player in this space, with innovative whisky highballs as well as classic whisky [1] and-coke pairings which rank amongst the top bar calls for

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Bardstowns Preservation Distillery was officially launched around 2015, but the brand has roots dating back to the 1980s. Thats when founder Marci Palatella began bottling sourced bourbon under a wide variety of labels including Pure Antique, Very Olde St. Nick , and Rare Perfection, among others often specifically targeted at export markets. Some of those stocks came from producers like the original Stitzel-Weller, and today, many of Palatellas glut era bottlings are among the most sought-aft

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