PUNCH
MAY 6, 2024
Using homegrown heirloom sugarcane varieties, San Juan Artisan Distillers is part of a small group of producers challenging the imported molasses-based rums that have long dominated the island.
Imbibe Magazine
MAY 8, 2024
With its unique earthy qualities, sotol is a Mexican spirit that proves versatile as an ingredient. A new favorite for bartenders everywhere, sotol cocktails are the perfect next step for fans of mezcal-based recipes. Here are a few to try. Beatriz Sotol lends an earthy quality to a mix of elderflower liqueur and Cocchi Americano. Naked in the Desert A nod to Joaquín Simó’s Naked and Famous cocktail.
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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
MAY 8, 2024
Howdy, friends — and happy Beer Label Wednesday. Premium Subscribers have a number of “firsts” behind the paywall, including a number of breweries I’ve not showcased in this email or even seen a label from before. Always fun when that happens. There are also not one but two interesting whiskey labels in here, one that’s very WTF and one made for a specific place in Chicago, but was bottled & blended in Wisconsin, and distilled in Indiana.
Guys Drinking Beer
MAY 6, 2024
We came, we saw, we drank -- here are our thoughts and some of our favorite beers from Beer Under Glass 2024 at Union Station. The post Beer Under Glass 2024: We Came, We Saw, We Drank. Here’s Our Recap appeared first on Guys Drinking Beer.
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Chilled Magazine
MAY 8, 2024
Not everyone has time for a Mother’s Day getaway to Italy. So, what not bring the Italy to mom? And no, we aren’t talking the usual Aperol Spritz or Negroni. From unique spritzes to vibrant elixirs served neat, these six cocktails will transport any mom to an idyllic Italian village overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, or a sea of rolling green hills decorated in cypress trees.
PUNCH
MAY 8, 2024
These are the best and worst barstools at cocktail bars right now, from minimalist chairs to cushioned seats and everything in between.
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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
MAY 10, 2024
Happy Friday, friends! Premium Subscribers got first eyes on this on Wednesday , but because the launch party is today, you should also know that there’s a new brand in town. They’ve got perhaps the most fun name to say of any brand in Chicagoland: Paracaidista Cerveceria Independiente. They started out in CDMX in 2015 and have had a couple collabs with Pilot Project’s Brewers Kitchen brand in the last year, but now they’re rolling out some beers stateside with the PP tea
Chilled Magazine
MAY 9, 2024
The Chilled 100 Bartenders celebrate creativity, heritage, and the art of mixology by crafting original cocktails made with Plymouth Gin. Gin Plymouth Sunrise by Teransc Phillip - Minneapolis, MN Ingredients 1 ½ oz Plymouth Gin ½ oz Marionberry Syrup (Portland Syrups) or sub any fruit pancake syrup ¼ ox 1:1 simple syrup ¾ oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice ¼ oz Pineapple Juice 2-3 dashes Cherry/Chocolate bitters Top with Soda Preparation Shake all ingredients but soda with ice.
PUNCH
MAY 9, 2024
Less than a decade ago, it was routine to find great wines under $40 at top New York City restaurants. What happens when even entry-level wines feel like luxury items?
Imbibe Magazine
MAY 10, 2024
In the ever-innovative realm of craft beer, staying on top of trends, styles, and new releases is practically a full-time job (just ask our contributing editor Josh Bernstein ). It can make the stalwarts of the industry fade from view like distant shores on a sea of new brews. I was reminded of this recently as we tasted through a lineup of rice beers, most of which were newer releases from smaller craft breweries.
Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
MAY 6, 2024
When spring finally kicks in, it’s a great time to be a beer drinker in the Midwest. Over the weekend, we saw the opening of not just the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub but also the opening of Monochrome Brewing in Pilsen 1 , and we’ve also got ten news items from around the Midwest today about taprooms opening, breweries announcing plans to open new beer gardens, new locations for beer-centric bars (including a HopCat!
Chilled Magazine
MAY 7, 2024
We Ask BCI’s Jean-Francois Bonneté about Maison Gabriel Boudier, Celebrating 150 Years of Excellence and Savoir Faire. Jean-Francois is the founder and president of BCI Bonnete Inc., who, with his wife and business partner, Nathalie, is known for leading the industry in terroir-driven brands. Talk to us about the history and heritage of the brand. The story of the House of Gabriel Boudier is primarily one of passion since 1874.
PUNCH
MAY 7, 2024
The best Gin & Tonic recipes, plus the cocktail variations, essential glassware and history you need to know about the refreshing drink.
VinePair
MAY 5, 2024
This may sound like a backhanded compliment, but while craft beer sales continue to slow, the situation isn’t nearly as grim as it was this time last year. According to Chicago-based media company Circana, for the 52 weeks leading up to Jan. 28, 2024, U.S. craft beer sales totalled $4.7 billion — a year-over-year decrease of 0.8 percent, with case sales down 4 percent.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 7, 2024
We review Jeptha Creed Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon, aged at least four years and distilled from red bloody butcher corn (75%), malted rye (20%), and malted barley (5%). (image via Jeptha Creed) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Chilled Magazine
MAY 9, 2024
Christoph Dornemann, Head Bartender at Arnaud’s French 75 Bar in New Orleans, Louisiana, began his career in the industry waiting tables at a Vietnamese restaurant in 2010. He progressed to the back of the house and worked as an expeditor, pastry chef, and then moved onto food preparation at a catering company. He transitioned to fine dining in 2012 at Brennan’s.
PUNCH
MAY 9, 2024
Aperitivo made easy, with 21 cocktail recipes for new takes on the spritz using wine, spirits, fresh juices and more.
VinePair
MAY 10, 2024
IPAs are still leading the charge in craft beer sales, but lagers , pilsners , and other more crushable styles are proving to be a breath of fresh air for beer enthusiasts who have grown weary of the seemingly never-ending haze craze. That said, these lighter styles — specifically American adjunct lagers — are the beers everyone loves to hate, despite their sweeping popularity.
Spiritz
MAY 9, 2024
Radico Khaitan Limited has announced that Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin leads the luxury craft gin space in India with about 50 percent market share. With its distinctive blend of botanicals inspired by the rich heritage of India, the gin has garnered acclaim for its exquisite taste and luxurious experience. Of the 11 botanicals used in the distillation, seven have been sourced from all four corners of India.
Chilled Magazine
MAY 4, 2024
Barfly Mixology Gear by Mercer presents the Chilled 100 Bartenders with its popular and professional mixology tools, gaining loyal fans across the country. Watch bartender Ronald Ivancilu create an original cocktail using his gifted Barfly Mixology Gear Set by Mercer. The post Watch Ronald Ivancilu Use His Barfly Mixology Gear to Craft an Original Cocktail appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
PUNCH
MAY 10, 2024
The Hawaiian, a tropical, yellow Chartreuse sour cocktail recipe, makes a comeback at San Francisco bar pop-up Bar Agricole.
VinePair
MAY 9, 2024
Craft distilleries have grown and flourished for the better part of two decades, anchoring neighborhoods and drawing supporters in all 50 states. Their spirits have enriched and diversified cocktail bars and liquor stores, and the industry as a whole has reset consumer expectations for flavor and authenticity. But craft distilleries are in trouble. Founders are throwing in the towel; inventory and equipment are being sold off; and bottles that were once on shelves are disappearing.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 8, 2024
We review Heaven’s Door Exploration Series I Calvados Finish, a Tennessee bourbon finished inside freshly dumped Calvados brandy casks and medium-heavy toasted French oak staves. (image via Heaven’s Door) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Spiritz
MAY 9, 2024
Amrican Brew Crafts Pvt Ltd (ABCL) announced its recent acquisition of Denzong Brewery, which is located in Odisha, India. ABCL intends to invest upwards of Rs. 80 crore for the acquisition and renovation of the brewery. The brewery has a capacity to produce 2 lakh cases of beer per month. This will augment the owned capacity installation for American Brew Crafts Pvt Ltd. to 8 lakh cases per month.
PUNCH
MAY 7, 2024
For the Gin & Tonic, the balloon glass, or copa de balón, a staple of the Spanish G&T, has become the default for the cocktail. Here’s why.
VinePair
MAY 9, 2024
In the months leading up to the outbreak of Covid-19, there was a massive demand for alcohol in the United States, but not enough supply to fulfill it. And demand only increased when the pandemic set in, so many domestic brands ramped up production ten-fold. Now, as the market continues to readjust, there are a slew of producers with more stock than they know what to do with.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 9, 2024
In the modern day, scotch whisky is, without doubt, Scotland’s most important export. In the 200 years since the implementation of the 1823 Excise Act, the whisky industry has grown into a worldwide phenomenon. It seems strange to think, then, that there was a time in history when the art of distilling and whisky-making was somewhat alien even to the population of Great Britain.
Spiritz
MAY 9, 2024
Stranger & Sons unveils Aer Gin, a bespoke creation exclusively for Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai's namesake restaurant. Inspired by Mumbai's coastal allure, this gin boasts a fusion of tamarind, kokum, and mangosteen, delivering a one-of-a-kind flavour journey. Bottled at 42.8 percent ABV and available solely at the hotel's rooftop bar, AER, the Gin embodies the spirit of inventive mixology and the essence of Mumbai's vibrant coastal culture.
PUNCH
MAY 7, 2024
The Gin & Tonic is the perfect cocktail, according to bartender Toby Cecchini, of Long Island Bar in New York City.
VinePair
MAY 6, 2024
Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio are two of the most popular white wines in the world. These crowd-pleasing varieties are typically dry, offer pleasant fruit aromas, and refreshing acidity. Their mass appeal gives these bottles the top spot on many restaurant by-the-glass lists and store shelves across the U.S. Because of their crisp and easy-drinking profiles, these grapes are often lumped together.
Drinks International
MAY 8, 2024
BrewDog has announced that James Arrow, currently COO, will succeed James Watt as CEO of the company, as part of a succession plan put in place last year.
Spiritz
MAY 9, 2024
Tanqueray N° Ten, crafted by Diageo, has secured the top spot in the esteemed Beverage Testing Institute's 2024 rankings with a stellar 98/100 score. It is named as the Best Gin of 2024 by the Beverage Testing Institute. Awarded the only platinum medal at the rankings, it reaffirms its position as the epitome of gin craftsmanship. With captivating aromas of candied orange zest, cinnamon, and tonka bean, and a palate boasting chamomile tea notes with a citrusy juniper kick, all perfectly bal
PUNCH
MAY 6, 2024
We're looking for the Best New Bartenders of 2024. Nominate yourself or your favorite bartender in this submission form.
VinePair
MAY 7, 2024
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. While some pizza joints start small and later expand into nationwide chains — as was the case with Domino’s, Little Caesars, and Papa John’s — other operations remain most popular in their home regions.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 6, 2024
Spring is finally upon us, and with the new (hopefully warmer) weather comes a whole host of new releases in the American whiskey and bourbon category. This week’s new releases include a Mizunara finish from Barrel Craft Spirits, Basil Hayden brings back its popular Subtle Smoke expression, and George Dickel releases a 12 Year Old Bottled-In-Bond expression.
Spiritz
MAY 5, 2024
Chandigarh’s excise department has started the eighth round of auction of 11 liquor vends in its jurisdiction, for the financial year 2024-25. In this regard, an online bidding process has been initiated and financial bids are expected to be opened on 10th May. Recently, the excise department of Chandigarh successfully auctioned three liquor vends during the seventh round of auction, which was held in the new financial year.
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