April, 2025

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Hey Bartender, What the Heck Is on My Ice?

VinePair

A new territory has been conquered in the ongoing creativity arms race between the worlds top bars: the ice cube. Over the years, the search for garnish innovations inspired inventions like the classic cocktail pick, the cringey millennial-era tiny clothespin, or, more recently, the little spoon that can hold a small serving of caviar. Today, an increasing number of bar pros are instead looking to the clear rock in the middle of the glass, not just as a tool for temperature control and dilution,

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Why is Gen Z Really Drinking Less? And How Non-Alc Brands Can Respond

Dry Atlas

Gen Z is drinking less alcohol than previous generations. That much, we know. But the why behind this trend is more nuanced than the usual headlines about health consciousness and sober curiosity suggest. A 2023 Gallup survey found that just 62% of adults under 35 say they drink alcohol, down ten points from two decades earlier. And while many are quick to attribute this shift to a newfound obsession with wellness, the real picture is more complicated.

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Why Craft Brewers Are Migrating From Cities to Suburbs

Imbibe Magazine

Living in suburban Collierville, Tennessee, some 30 minutes southeast of Memphis, Maggie Emerson was used to traveling for locally brewed beer. Memphis and greater Shelby County counted more than 15 breweries, but there wasnt one with a taproom within a 20-to 30-minute drive, says Emerson, a married mom of two kids. The city market was well served with breweries, but Collierville is the far outskirts of our county.

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Bartender Book of the Month Club: Drink Your Garden

Chilled Magazine

Welcome to Chilleds Bartender Book of the Month Club, your monthly guide to essential reads for bartenders. Each month, we spotlight a standout book to add to your collection and keep your creativity flowing. This months book is Drink Your Garden |BelindaKelly, Venise Cunningham, Rylea Foehl | W. W. Norton & Company Authors: BelindaKellyand Venise Cunninham A Beautifully Crafted Guide to Intentional, SustainableDrinking From craft cocktails to mocktails,DrinkYourGarden: Recipes, Stories, and

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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 Who’s Who of Beer Cool in 2025

PUNCH

The best craft beer breweries in 2025, including taprooms specializing in lagers, IPAs, saisons and pale ales, according to experts.

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Beer Events and Socials: Three New Brands, Locations & Fermentories

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

After a busy week, here’s some positive Chicagoland beer news from the past few days! A new brand called Brutalist Brewing - aka “ your favorite brewery’s favorite brewers ” - came out of the box with a pretty impressive opening announcement for their first beers being released from Pilot Project. Love the attitude. This team wasn’t on my radar at all until a couple of weeks ago and now I’m really looking forward to seeing what they’ve got.

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14 things we discovered at Flauer Alassio 2025

The Cocktail Lovers

Flauer Alassio 2025 is a unique event, exploring edible flowers, wild herbs, food sustainability and mixology. And a whole lot more. We came to Flaurer Alassio with high expectations. Three days to explore the world of edible flowers in itself was particularly appealing. Not that they are particularly new on the culinary dishes being served up in the world’s best restaurants.

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Drink of the Week: Paquera Artesanal Arroqueño

Imbibe Magazine

In drinks, as in all things, it’s good to have your expectations or preconceptions completely blown out of the water from time to time. My first uttered words upon tasting the Artesanal Arroqueo agave distillate from Paquera are not exactly suitable for print, but the gist was “Wow.” The world of mezcal is fascinating for a myriad of reasons, from its lengthy cultural history to its many unique production methods.

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Bon Carre

Chilled Magazine

From Zasu in New Orleans comes the Bon Carre, a creative Vieux Carr riff by Bar Manager Tyler Malone. This cocktail offers a bergamot and woodsy front rounded out by a subtle honey finish. The nose will remind you of fir trees and tea time, says Malone. The Bon Carre captures the essence of New Orleans cocktail culture, blending tradition with a modern, sophisticated edgeperfect for sipping in the cozy ambiance of Zasu or recreating at home for a taste of the Big Easy.

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Anatomy of a Modern “It” Bar

PUNCH

The hottest new cocktail bars across the country have these five design elements in common, according to a design expert.

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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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This Week's New Beer Labels: Our First BCS Variants of 2025 Just Dropped

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

It’s that time of year again, y’all - and a bit early, too. Strap in. The New Illinois Beer Labels of the Week: The first batch of this year’s Goose Island Bourbon County Stout variant labels were submitted to the TTB this week, and we’ve pulled every single one of them for our Premium Subscribers. We don’t have any barrel-specific labels yet - everything so far is an adjuncted variant (okay, one with a cask finish).

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For Over 100 Years, California Winemakers Called This Grape by the Wrong Name

VinePair

Before the establishment of the American Viticultural Area (AVA) system, winemaking in the United States was a bit like the Wild West. There was the challenge of cultivating European grape vines in American soil, not to mention phylloxera to contend with. Then there was the fact that, sometimes, winemakers didnt even know what grapes they were actually working with as was the case with Valdigui, a little-known grape native to Frances Languedoc-Roussillon region.

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Heritage Distilling Launches Premium Bourbon Honoring Green Berets

The Whiskey Wash

Heritage Distilling releases limited-edition 122 proof bourbon, supporting the Green Beret Foundation with $20 per bottle donation. Credit: Heritage Distilling Co. Heritage Distilling has unveiled its latest Salute Series premium whiskey honoring the U.S. Army Special Forces, commonly known as Green Berets. The new release, named De Oppresso Liber after the Green Berets’ motto, meaning “to free the oppressed,” continues the company’s tradition of creating spirits that rec

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Drinks Atlas: Chilean Wine

Imbibe Magazine

With arid deserts, cool mountain breezes, and an impossibly long coastline, Chile has a dynamic wine scene that defies viticultural shorthands like warm-climate or high-altitude. The Central Valley, one of the countrys most commercially established wine regions, encompasses several subregions with distinct terroirs and winemaking identities. Within this stretch lies the Maipo Valley, which many consider to be the birthplace of Chiles modern wine industry.

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5 Stretching Exercises to Alleviate Back Pain for Bartenders

Chilled Magazine

Bartenders often carry a hidden weight back pain. Its a common workplace hazard, given the long hours of standing, bending, pouring and serving customers. Dont let your aches and pains prevent you from living your life to the fullest. Discover five stretching exercises for your back. Why Is Back Pain Common Among Bartenders? Bartending can be a fun, fulfilling job.

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Turn Your Martini Into a Highball

PUNCH

Turn the Martini, Manhattan, Margarita, Mai Tai and other classic cocktail recipes into easy highballs with these nine easy recipes.

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Review: Lost Lantern Spring 2025 Finish Collection Releases

Drinkhacker

Lost Lantern , an independent bottler based in Vergennes, Vermont, has earned a well-deserved reputation for curating some of the most exceptional single barrels of straight whiskeys from the finest small distilleries across the United States. Known for their commitment to quality, Lost Lantern has often stayed true to the purist’s preference for unaltered bourbon and rye.

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4 of the Strongest Cocktails You Can Order at a Bar

VinePair

Sometimes an evening calls for a drink with a little extra oomph. Rather than ordering a classic like a Gin & Tonic or Old Fashioned and asking the bartender to make it strong , there are a few particularly powerful cocktails that pack a punch all on their own. Makeshift drinks of house party fame like jungle juice (or even Gen Zs beloved Borg ) might take the cake in terms of nuclear alcohol content, but there are better, more balanced options than mixing vodka with Crystal Lite in a milk

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Glenfiddich 12 vs. 15. vs. 18: Which Scotch Is Right For You?

The Whiskey Wash

Founded in 1887 in Scotland’s Speyside region, Glenfiddich stands as one of whisky’s most pioneering distilleries. As the first single malt actively marketed outside Scotland in the 1960s, it helped transform Scotch from a local treasure to a global phenomenon, becoming either the #1 or #2 best-selling single malt worldwide. At the heart of Glenfiddich’s appeal lies its core age-statement range: the approachable 12-year “Original Twelve,” the innovative 15-year R

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5 to Try: Makgeolli

Imbibe Magazine

The traditional Korean rice wine makgeolli (pronounced MAHK-oh-lee ), also called sool (which simply means alcohol but tends to refer to rice-based drinks) may be unfamiliar to some people stateside. But thanks to domestic craft producers like Alice Jun, who founded Hana Makgeolli in Brooklyn, both awareness and interest are on the rise. What makes sool so fascinating today is its breadthranging from rustic, home-style brews to highly refined and flavored interpretations, says Jun.

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Dill Pickle Margarita

Chilled Magazine

With our Flavor Feed spotlight this month on the pickle, it only makes sense that we feature a pickle cocktail! The Dill Pickle Margarita from The Spice & Tea Exchange is the perfect balance of tangy and spicy, featuring their new Dill Pickle Sea Salt and Aleppo Pepper for an irresistible kick. Check out the recipe below! Liqueur , Tequila Dill Pickle Margarita Ingredients 1 tbsp.

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Would You Order a Tropical Itch?

PUNCH

The Tropical Itch, a classic whiskey cocktail from the 1950s, is back at the tiki bar Tern Club in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Global bar icons announce new bar Montana, opening in Hong Kong

Australian Bartender

(Image: Lorenzo Antinori and Simone Caporale, provided) Two of the Worlds most acclaimed bartenders and long-time friends, Lorenzo Antinori and Simone Caporale, are joining forces this year to launch Montana, a new bar set to open in Hong Kong, mid 2025. Antinori and Caporale have won multiple awards and earned the bar industrys respect through and through.

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7 Cocktails to Make with Coffee Liqueur That Aren’t Espresso Martinis

VinePair

Several years into Espresso Martini-mania , what appeared to be a trend at first is proving to be a new staple in cocktail bars across the globe. And as much as bartenders occasionally bemoan the drinks popularity, theres no denying that Espresso Martinis are both delicious and versatile. Whether its made with vodka , tequila , or rum , and garnished with espresso beans, grated nutmeg, or a dusting of cocoa powder, the many riffs out there prove that coffee (and coffee liqueur) can mingle gracef

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Top 10 Scotch Whiskies Under $60 (2025 Edition)

The Whiskey Wash

Could these ten affordable scotch whiskies under $60 revolutionise your whisky cabinet without emptying your wallet? The scotch whisky landscape in 2025 presents a fascinating paradox. While premium bottles reach ever-higher prices, the affordable segment has become remarkably competitive, with distilleries enhancing their entry-level offerings rather than simply raising prices.

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Review: Woodinville Bourbon Finished in Tequila Barrels

Drinkhacker

Just a short drive from Seattle, situated in the heart of western Washington wine and whiskey country, Woodinville Whiskey Co. has carved out a name for itself with its bourbon and rye. Known for a hands-on approach and a commitment to local sourcing, the distillery has catered to whiskey lovers with both its flagship expressions and its creative, limited-release finishes.

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Mix It Up: Bartenders Embrace Crescent 9 THC Seltzer

Chilled Magazine

Crescent 9 THC Seltzer is a highly satisfying and deliciously refreshing alternative to alcohol thats available online and through beverage distributors in more than 15 states. Created in New Orleans, Crescent 9 has become the fastest-growing THC beverage brand in the country, dominating the Southeast. “With Crescent 9 THC Seltzer, we are making high-quality and affordable cannabis products that are accessible to adults everywhere,” says Joe Gerrity, CEO of Crescent Canna, the manufa

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How to Save a Dive Bar—Without Ruining It

PUNCH

How to save a dive bar and not ruin it, according to Bobby Heugel, who recently took over beloved Houston bars Catbirds and Blue Lagoon.

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Cantina Group announces new venue Bar Bar in Adelaide’s CBD

Australian Bartender

(Image: Bar Bar provided) Opening this May at 78a Pirie Street in Adelaides CBD, Bar Bar is the newest venue from Cantina Group, the team behind Jennie, Malt & Juniper, and Alfreds. Known for delivering creative drinking experiences across the city, the groups latest concept focuses on agave spirits and a carefully curated cocktail menu. Taking over the former Chicken & Pig site, Bar Bar is built around a 15-seat horseshoe bar designed to spark conversation and connection.

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7 of the Best Red Wines From Sardinia

VinePair

The wines of Sicily are well known, from the Nero dAvolas and Etna Rossos and Biancos , to the white Grillos and Catarrattos. But the wines of Sardinia, the second-largest Italian island in the Mediterranean, remain relatively obscure. That should change. Sardinia, or Sardegna, is a hot, wind-swept place with varied soils conducive to viticulture, including granite, limestone, volcanic matter, clays, sands, and gravels.

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Loch Lomond Whiskies Unveils Limited-Edition Single Malts to Celebrate The Open Championship

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Loch Lomond Whiskies Innovative distiller Loch Lomond Whiskies has launched two limited-edition single malts commemorating golf s original championship, The Open Championship, continuing its partnership as The Spirit of the Open. The premium releases include The Open Course Collection 2025 (250; 46.7% ABV) and The Open Special Edition 2025 (45; 46% ABV), both celebrating the championship’s rich heritage and its historical courses.

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Review: Drumshanbo with Brazilian Pineapple Gunpowder Irish Gin

Drinkhacker

Last summer, Irelands The Shed Distillery released yet another in a growing lineup of unique botanical offshoots from their flagship Gunpowder Irish Gin. The name here is, once again, conveniently self-explanatory, but unlike the Sardinian Citrus and California Citrus offerings that came before, this latest edition showcases a citrus-adjacent botanical: pineapple.

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We Ask Rodolphe Lameyse, CEO Vinexposium, about this year’s Vinexpo

Chilled Magazine

As the global wine and spirits industry continues to evolve amid shifting markets and new consumer dynamics, Vinexpo America 2025 steps into a new chapterone marked by strategic growth, greater connectivity, and an exciting relocation to Miami. In this exclusive Q&A with Rodolphe Lameyse, CEO of Vinexposium, shares whats in store for this years event and why the move to Miami is more than just a change in venue.

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Who Are All These Bar Takeovers Really For?

PUNCH

Bar takeovers, aka guest shifts, where bartenders pop-up at host bars, are everywhere. But some feel that the events arent worth the hype.

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Bar Freda’s is reopening in Chippendale next week

Australian Bartender

Owners David Abram and Carla Uriarte (Image: Bar Freda’s) Fredas is set to reopen in Chippendale on 24 April, but not in the same way as before. Fredas caf will be transforming into Bar Fredas. The highly anticipated open has been brewing since 2020 when they were forced to close Fredas Bar and nightclub due to redevelopment. With the Darlinghurst location opening a few months later, Cafe Freda’s, has since been forced to close in December 2024 due to yet another redevelopment, pavin

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