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5 to Try: American-Made Sake

Imbibe Magazine

Sake made in the States is ready for its close-up! says Timothy Sullivan, pointing to the growing domestic industry, with new breweries opening regularly.Enamored by the complexity of sake, Sullivan has spent the past two decades exploring, learning, and promoting the category. A certified WSET Level 3 sake educator, Sullivan is also the founding president of the American Sake Association , and in 2020 launched his Sake Revolution podcast.

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The New Vocabulary of Nonalcoholic Drinks

PUNCH

Damp, nootropic, zebra striping. The language surrounding the N/A landscape is evolving in real time. Here, a non-exhaustive guide to the current lexicon.

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The Chilled 100 Bartenders Create Unique Rum Cocktails Using Ten To One

Chilled Magazine

@Pronghorn.co partnered with the Chilled 100 Bartenders to craft innovative cocktails showcasing @TenToOneRum. Known for its exceptional quality, @TenToOneRum reimagines the spirit by artfully blending pan-Caribbean heritage with a modern twist. Introducing a holiday cocktail that brings together the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean and the Middle East: Holiday in Jerusalem.

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Cygnet Gin Partners with Penderyn Distillery at Swansea’s Historic Copperworks

Bar Magazine

7 th January 2025 – In an exciting new chapter for Welsh heritage and luxury spirits, Cygnet – The Worlds Most Luxurious Gin – founded by renowned Welsh mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins OBE and social-impact filmmaker Professor Andrew Levitas, has found a new home at the historic Penderyn Copperworks Distillery in Swansea. About a partnership which brings together two of Waless most celebrated names in a perfect blend of tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation Stephen Davies, C

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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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Inside Look: The Aladdin Sane, Detroit

Imbibe Magazine

How does one turn a tenebrous mechanical vault in the cellar of a century-old skyscraper into an inviting bar space? Stokes Architecture + Design and hospitality group Method Co. faced this challenge when designing Detroit’s The Aladdin Sane. The cocktail bar, an Imbibe 75 Place to Watch , is tucked beneath the restored, 1920s-era Book Tower in downtown Detroit.

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Every Meal Should Come With a Trou Normand

PUNCH

An easy cocktail inspired by Frances Trou Normand shot from New York City restaurant Le Veau dOr is the best digestif. Heres the recipe.

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How the Lukr Side-Pull Faucet Serves the Best Pour of Pilsner

VinePair

Although most of the work that goes into a good pint of beer happens at the brewery, the final touch comes down to how a bartender dispenses it out of the draft line. And the level of foam, or head, on a beer can be a big factor in how beer enthusiasts perceive their pints. If theres not enough foam, the beer not only looks dull, but it will also lack the soft mouthfeel that comes with a steady level of dispersed bubbles.

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What I’m Drinking Now: Andressa Pires and the Hot Toddy

Cheers

Andressa Piresis director of beverages and bar managerat gaming/event space Sugar Mouse andthe social club Sour Mouse in New York. As a true Brazilian, Im always reaching for a cold beer, no matter the season. However, with winter settling in here in New York, I’ve shifted my focus to warming drinks like Hot Toddies and Hot Booze Apple Cider. The Hot Toddy, with its comforting blend of whiskey, honey, lemon and warm water, feels like a hug in a mug during these chilly months.

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The Arnold Palmer Has Been Here All Along

PUNCH

Today, there are plenty of nonalcoholic cocktails to choose from. But few rival the simplicityand the lasting powerof iced tea and lemonade.

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US NGO shines light on “metal contamination” in protein powders

Just Drinks

Nearly half of the protein powders on the US market exceed Californian safety limits for toxic metals, according to a new report from the Clean Label Project.

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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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Sound & Fury

VinePair

Many of the non-alc cocktails at Wild Child use techniques like atmospheric distillation to strip traditional spirits of the booze.

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Review: Fort Hamilton Single Barrel Rye, Double Barrel Bourbon, Gin, and Barrel-Aged Syrup

Drinkhacker

Located in Brooklyn New York, Fort Hamilton Distillery is named after the nearby Fort Hamilton Army Base and began barreling whiskey in 2016. On their website, they note their particular dedication to producing outstanding rye: On a mission to recapture Americas finest spirits, we celebrate Americas original whiskey style New York Rye. This style was the most popular libation in America pre-Prohibition and serves as the base for the most discerning classic American cocktails.

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Campari, Meet Margarita

PUNCH

Bitter Margarita cocktails made with Campari or amaro are taking over at bars and restaurants across the country.

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Canada appoints first grocery code of conduct president 

Just Drinks

Canada's Office of the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct (OGSCC) has appointed Karen Proud as its first president and adjudicator.

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Better Living

VinePair

Bar Contra's Theo Oyua uses Dave Arnold's extensive technical expertise for each of the bars cocktails, including this non-alc concoction.

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Scotch Whisky Review: Mossburn 12 Year Old Domaine Dupont Calvados Cask Finish

The Whiskey Wash

Mossburn 12 Year Old Domaine Dupont Calvados Cask Finish is a blended malt scotch whisky finished in Calvados casks.

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Our Favorite Amaretto Cocktails

PUNCH

The 6 best easy amaretto cocktail recipes, including an Amaretto Sour, Godfather, Manhattan and other drinks made with the almond liqueur.

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AB InBev’s Ambev to offload Do Bem juices to Brazil’s Tial

Just Drinks

Ambev first acquired Do Bem in 2016 through one of its subsidiaries, according to its investor relations website.

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Belltown Goddxssxs

VinePair

Created by Jojo Kitchen at Seattle's Rob Roy, the non-alcoholic amaro-based Belltown Goddxssxs is a nod to Seattles nickname.

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Whisky Review: Little Brown Dog Drookit Dug Batch 2

The Whiskey Wash

Little Brown Dog's Drookit Dug is an artisan blend bottled at 45.3% ABV. Let's see how it holds up under scrutiny.

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GSN Tech Alert: Angel Shot App

Good Spirits News

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY, UNITED STATES, December 29, 2024 /EINPresswire / — Angel Shot App LLC announced today the launch of their new, innovative mobile safety app for nightlife patrons and hospitality establishments just in time for the increased traffic during the holiday season. Many women are concerned about their safety when they go out to bars, clubs and other establishments.

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Fruit juice brand Odwalla returns to market

Just Drinks

Fresh fruit juices and smoothies maker Odwalla has returned to the US market after being discontinued by The Coca-Cola Co. in 2020.

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The Escape Artist

VinePair

This non-alcoholic highball from San Francisco's Trick Dog combines NA beer with non-alcoholic amaro, homemade syrup, and bitters.

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These Legendary Malibu Bars & Restaurants Destroyed In LA Pacific Palisades Fire

PubClub

Moonshadows, a long-time legendary Malibu watering hole, has been destroyted by the LA fires. Photo: Fox 11 LA By Kevn Wilkerson, PubClub.com Editor & Publisher As someone who lived in Los Angeles for some 20 years, I am watching with jaw-dropping alarm at the devastation from the winter LA fires. Pacific Coach Highway which everyone there just calls PCH in Malibu is just ashes right up to the ocean.

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2024 Technology Guide

Cheers

Welcome to our 2024 Technology Guide! This year, weve got over 100 technology company listings, along with information on POS preferences and AIs impact on the beverage alcohol industry. Enjoy! Read Now Subscribe to Cheers The post 2024 Technology Guide appeared first on Cheers.

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Safety Shot to buy energy drinks maker Yerbaé Brands

Just Drinks

US-based company Safety Shot has reached a deal to acquire Yerba Brands, a plant-based energy drinks company.

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RNAG&T

VinePair

At Dgon in Washington D.C., longtime no-and-low specialist Derek Brown devised the cocktail list, nearly 50 percent of which are zero-proof.

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GSN Alert: The Tahona Society Sustainable Entrepreneurship

Good Spirits News

Portland Cocktail Week and Altos Tequila are bringing back The Tahona Society Sustainable Entrepreneurship cohort in 2025. 50 Bar Professionals will be selected to join us for six weeks of thoughtful virtual programming that will equip you with the tools to run or support a sustainable business and give you a leg up when you apply for the The Tahona Society $50,000 Grant later this year.

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Laws Whiskey House Unveils Ambitious New Denver Tasting Room

The Whiskey Wash

The new Whiskey Sanctuary blends industrial architecture with warm tones and soft furnishings. Credit: Laws Whiskey House Laws Whiskey House has launched a new 4,000-square-foot tasting room in Denver, marking a significant expansion for the Colorado distillery. The two-story “Whiskey Sanctuary,” which opened on December 21st, features multiple tasting spaces including a distinctive whiskey church, full-service bar, and cocktail lounge.

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Ex-Constellation executive Robert Hanson named Duckhorn Portfolio CEO   

Just Drinks

Butterfly Equity has appointed Robert Hanson as the new CEO of its recently acquired US luxury wine company The Duckhorn Portfolio.

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Pony Express

VinePair

At Chyna Club, beverage director Juyoung Kang has devised a robust selection of non-alcoholic cocktails, including the Pony Express.

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US Beverage Forms Spirits Division

Cheers

US Beverage, LLC, ( USB ) has formed a spirits division to handle craft spirit brands. This will include the exploding RTD/RTS segment. For nearly three decades, U.S. Beverage has been focused on leveraging our national network to build craft and imported beers and FMB brands, says Justin Fisch, USB President and CEO. As a result of those efforts, we have an exceptional team that can provide a full suite of services for domestic and import brands, including sales and marketing, regulatory, and b

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Key Features to Look for in Inventory Management Restaurant Software

Sculpture Hospitality

Running a successful restaurant takes a lot of workgood food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere all play a part. But one aspect can easily slip under the radar: managing inventory.

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Outgrowing their niche: where English wineries are looking next

Just Drinks

With a tiny export presence and plenty of domestic headwinds, where do the market opportunities lie for English wine?

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Scrimshaw

VinePair

At Brooklyn's Sunken Harbor Club, Garret Richard features non-alcoholic cocktails in the menu's cheekily named "On Dry Land" section.

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