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Have you tried this ? is one of the sweetest phrases a bourbon fan can hear for several reasons. First, it means youre probably hanging out with another person who’s into the category. Also, theres a pretty good chance that whatever is being poured is an underhyped label thats flown under your radar. Theres no shame in this, of course. After all, the bourbon category is massive.
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Just in time for Belmont Week, meet the Saratoga Spritza bright, fruit-forward cocktail thats ready to carry you through summer. Making its debut on June 4th, this refreshing sipper is the perfect toast to Saratogas storied racing season. Find it all summer long at Hamlet and Ghost in Saratoga Springs, as well as their new sister wine bar, Familiar Creature ideal stops before or after a day at the track!
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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At Chilled Magazine , we know bartending isnt just about mixing drinksits about the grit, grind, and long hours it takes to perfect your craft. Thats why were proud to announce The 3rdAnnualCoramino Cup, a bartender competition that celebrates the hard work behind every pour. Enter now for your chance to earn the Grand Prize of $10,000 cash and the title of The Coramino Cup Bartender of the Year, 2025.
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Diageo India has partnered with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) to offer Level 1 Spirits training sessions for women bartenders and junior professionals across the country.
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This Fathers Day skip the socks and give Dad something he really wantstop-shelf bottles. Whether hes a whiskey connoisseur, a tequila lover, or a fan of home bar essentials Chilleds Annual Fathers Day Gift Guide is packed with picks that say CHEERS to the man whos always been your biggest fan. Discover the ultimate Fathers Day Gifts HERE. The post Check Out Chilleds Annual Fathers Day Gift Guide appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
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For more than 250 years and 11 generations, the family behind Proximo Spirits has built a tequila portfolio grounded in tradition and driven by innovation. The release of its prestige range reflects the premiumisation trend, with bartenders at the forefront of educating customers, sharing the stories that convey its heritage, and celebrating the craftmanship that continues in the family.
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