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The Vampiro Is a Streetside Staple in Jalisco. It Has One Man to Thank.

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The Vampiro, a tequila drink from Jalisco, Mexico, is a refreshing, salty cocktail that's a local delicacy at street stalls.

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Santa Teresa Coffee Spritz

Chilled Magazine

Santa Teresa 1796, Venezuela’s oldest and most-awarded super-premium rum, proudly introduces Santa Teresa 1796 Arabica Coffee Cask Finish. This uniquely rich expression is crafted with their time-honored Solera method, then patiently aged in casks that once held a mixture of rum and Arabica coffee enjoyed at their Hacienda. Now is your chance to try this creation for the first time yourself and savor an entirely new side to award-winning, triple-aged Santa Teresa 1796 Rum.

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Gear: Ice Barware

Imbibe Magazine

Anyone can pop cubes out of a tray, but excellent summer cocktails require expertly crushed and cracked ice. Whether you’re fixing Mai Tais for a tropical bash, serving spritzes poolside, or drinking a Mojito alone on your fire escape, here’s everything you need for the ice your drinks deserve. Lewis Ice Bag and Mallet A classic bartenders’ tool, canvas Lewis bags are made to absorb excess water, which some say produces “drier” ice with less surface moisture, thus slowing dilution speeds.

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Neurodiversity In Hospitality Panel Discussions – Leeds, Aberdeen, Cardiff

BarLifeUK

Ahsoka Wallace to host neurodiversity discussion and drinks events in support of Equal Measures in September Having hosted the first panel discussion on neurodiversity within hospitality in London earlier this Summer , Bartender Ahsoka Wallace has announced further sessions will take place in Leeds, Aberdeen, and Cardiff in September. The panel discussions, along with a cocktail takeover to raise funds for non-profit organisation Equal Measures UK , will examine life within the hospitality indus

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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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Our Favorite Easy Tequila Cocktails

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15 easy cocktail recipes for tequila drinks from a Margarita soda to an Espresso Martini to a spicy Campari highball.

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This Summer’s Favorite Refreshment: Boozy Desserts!

Chilled Magazine

Imagine lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or simply seeking a sweet escape from the sweltering August heat; boozy desserts and dessert cocktails offer the ultimate solution. They not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also provide a refreshing kick, making them the ideal companion for some end-of-summer relaxation. Check out three awesome recipes below!

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A Pre-Holiday Beer Events & Social Updates Email

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Can’t believe I’m saying this, but there’s … not a ton going on this weekend! (Just wait until you see the list of Oktoberfest events, though.) It is, however, a great weekend to go out and find a new brewery, beer bar or bottleshop to visit. Take a look at our map , make a plan, and have a great Labor Day weekend. And here’s a programming note you probably could have predicted: We’ll be taking the day off, so we won’t be sending our news roundup email o

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The Best Rum for a Mojito, According to Bartenders

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The best rum brands for a Mojito cocktail, according to bartenders, range from Planteray 3 Star to Banks 5 Island Rum to Probitas.

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3 Lobos 1707 Tequila Batch Cocktails for Labor Day!

Chilled Magazine

This Labor Day, give summer the celebratory send-off it deserves with Lobos 1707 Tequila and their signature seasonal cocktails. Lobos 1707 Tequila offers an unparalleled drinking experience that is sure to enhance any Labor Day weekend festivity. Whether your guests prefer sipping on a juicy margarita or a refreshing ranch water, Lobos’ signature batch cocktail recipes are perfect for parties of any size.

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How to Make the Perfect Milkshake According to Milkshake Monday’s Larry Canam

Imbibe Magazine

Recipe videos have become a source of both comfort and inspiration for the countless curious on social media. In the case of 71-year-old Larry Canam and his Milkshake Monday videos on TikTok, his kind smile, eagerly delivered instructions, and the loud whirring of his 50-year-old Waring blender continually attract new followers and endear him even more to his devoted fans.

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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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Keeping This Week's New Beer Labels Together

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Before we get to the labels, I wanted to make you aware of an event that’s happening tomorrow night: A fundraiser for Keeping Together taking place at Four Moon Tavern in Roscoe Village. They’re donating 100% of the proceeds from draft beer sales and 20% of the proceeds from food/bottles/cans/other booze purchases to offset the nearly-half-million-dollar losses that Keeping Together suffered following the closure of their brewhouse equipment provider. ( More here.

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All the Questions You’re Too Afraid to Ask at the Wine Bar, Answered

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The modern wine bar can be difficult to navigate. Here, sommeliers and experts answer questions about by-the-glass menus, tipping and more.

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9 Labor Day Cocktails to Kickstart Fall

Chilled Magazine

Kick off fall this Labor Day (9/2) with some delicious cocktails! Prepare for apple picking with Proper Whiskey’s Irish Apple Cider, warm up by a bonfire with Dos Hombres and Ilegal’s smoky mezcal cocktails, or find another recipe below to bring on the chilly weather with. Rum Planas Chai Tea Ingredients 1.5 parts Diplomatico Planas 2 parts Hot Chai Tea 0.5 part Coconut Syrup 0.25 part Fresh Lemon Juice Preparation Combine all ingredients in a glass.

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Taste Test: Session IPAs

Imbibe Magazine

It’s easy to define session IPAs by what they’re not: hard-hitting hops delivery systems with soaring ABVs. But the category has complexity all its own, ranging from dry and piney refreshers to juicy numbers rich with tropical fruit, and more. This selection of widely distributed options spans West Coast, hazy, and American IPA styles. All clock in at less than 5 percent ABV, making them ideal for those moments when you want to sustain—not up end—a good time.

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This Week's Beer News: Last Call for OTP

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Last call: This is the final week to visit Lansing’s One Trick Pony (for now). The south suburban brewery closes its doors Sunday night, roughly 12 years after we first wrote about them opening in a Lansing industrial park. Attorney Mark Kocol has been a hands-on owner, handling brewing, bottling, delivering sixtels, you name it. We recently popped in and enjoyed a couple of the very first beers they ever made – the pale ale Spotted Saddle and Hanoverian, a hoppy hefeweizen – w

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Bring Back Don’s Mai Tai

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Don the Beachcomber’s version of the drink, made with grapefruit and absinthe, takes a turn in the spotlight at Satan’s Whiskers in London.

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Check Out the Chicago Regional Winner in the Craft the Fun Cocktail Challenge

Chilled Magazine

Chicago semi-finalist winner Makenzie Helem earns a spot in the Craft the Fun finals and is going to Austin, Texas! “Craft the Fun really is the embodiment of fun and I think when you work hard, you want to play hard and not always have to worry about the technicalities and the stress of presenting and I think this competition does a great job of allowing you to have some fun, be creative and just have a good time overall and really remind you what the industry can be about,” says Makenzie.

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Negroni Week 2024 Is Near!

Imbibe Magazine

In just a few weeks, Negroni Week 2024 will commence from September 16-22, and once again, bars and restaurants around the world will come together to celebrate the classic Negroni while raising money in support of Slow Food ‘s mission foster a more equitable and sustainable world of food and beverage. Money raised through Negroni Week donations will support Slow Food’s ongoing initiatives around the world as well as the Slow Food Negroni Week Fund.

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Workers at Stone Brewing’s Plant in Virginia Go Public With a Union Drive

VinePair

Workers at Stone Brewing Company’s sprawling facilities in Richmond, Va. went public today with a union drive to secure higher pay, more consistent scheduling, and better working conditions. “We’re here to fight for jobs that are worth staying with as careers,” one worker told VinePair in a text exchange on the eve of the announcement. They requested anonymity to speak about the drive without fear of retaliation, noting that a vocally pro-union employee had recently been fired.

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This Tequila-Spiked Carajillo Is a Jolt of Energy

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Tequila transforms this carajillo, a Mexican drink combining espresso and Licor 43, into a party-starting cocktail.

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Check Out Blu on the Hudson’s New Summer Cocktail Menu

Chilled Magazine

Located in Weehawken, New Jersey, Blu on the Hudson is a chicly designed modern American restaurant with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline. Their new summer cocktail menu was crafted by Beverage Director, Jeremy LeBlanche, to delight both the eyes and the palate. His drinks substitute fussy ingredients in favor of theatrical presentations and uncommon garnishes to retain their familiarity while creating a memorable experience for each guest.

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To Make Great Cocktails, Bartenders Head to the Farm

Imbibe Magazine

Earlier this year, boats ferried guests through the canals of Mexico City’s Xochimilco to Chinampa del Sol, a pre-Hispanic floating farm that was, for that day, the site of a five-course farm-to-plate lunch paired with elegant cocktails. En route, guides from the Arca Tierra project , which connects farmers with bartenders, chefs, and consumers, explained that the many man-made islands in the canal belong to a massive agricultural project built to feed the Aztec empire centuries ago.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Wine Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2024)

VinePair

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. With so many choices, it’s easy to throw in the towel and stick to the wines you know best. But while it may be tempting to turn to an old favorite, venturing off the beaten path and diving into the unknown may lead to discovering your new darling bottle.

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The 5 Most Popular Cocktails of August

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A drier Negroni, an Elote Old-Fashioned, a tropical Martini and the other best cocktail recipes to make and drink right now.

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A Day Drinking in Paris

Chilled Magazine

I pull up to the Hotel Le Grand Mazarin for what will be my first moments in the City of Lights. Paris is taking center stage this summer as the Olympic Games descend on the metropolis. I’m here, ahead of the games to experience a place I’ve only heard about on TV and in my breathless stories from other people. For some Americans these days, the city is best known as the titular place on Netflix’s Emily in Paris.

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Gear: Martini Glasses

Imbibe Magazine

Piggybacking on the soaring popularity of the Martini , the classic, V-shaped cocktail glass—once loathed for its impractical, begging-to-spill shape—has found new fans. Fortunately, improvements have been made, from ergonomically curved rims to oversized bowls that need not be filled to the brim. Iconic in style and undeniably gorgeous, these glasses add instant elegance to the home bar.

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Pernod Ricard acquires minority stake in Lewis Hamilton's Almave

Drinks International

Pernod Ricard has announced the acquisition of a minority stake in Almave, the non-alc blue agave-based spirit brand, co-founded by Formula One champion, Lewis Hamilton and Casa Lumbre’s Iván Saldaña.

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Angel’s Envy Co-Founder Plans New 150-Acre, $92.5 Million Kentucky Distillery

VinePair

Saga Spirits Group will develop a $92.5 million distillery and tourism center at Edgewood, a 150-acre site in Versailles according to a Thursday press release from Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear’s office. The project will include the creation of a distillery, a tasting room, a restaurant, visitor center, and events space. Wes Henderson, co-founder of Angel’s Envy Bourbon — which was purchased by Bacardi in 2015 for a reported $150 million — and CEO of the Saga Spirits Group (also known as TKC Di

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Celebrate National Mai Tai Day with the 1944 Trader Vic Mai Tai!

Chilled Magazine

Happy National Mai Tai Day! The award-winning tropical cocktail bar in Chicago, Three Dots and a Dash , has mastered the art of the classic Trader Vic Mai Tai which has become a staple in their bar. The speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar transports you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Craneand Don the Beachcomber. Beverage Director Kevin Beary has infused the global rums found in the traditional tropical cocktail, and we have the recipe below for you to try at

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Drinks Atlas: Finger Lakes Wines

Imbibe Magazine

In a craggy corner of New York state, the Finger Lakes might not strike you as the ideal place to grow wine grapes. But this region produces some of America’s best bottles, says Erika Frey, a wine educator and co-founder of Saperica , a nonprofit organization that hosts an annual Finger Lakes wine fair, Saperavi Festival. “People think, ‘How can there be a wine region here?

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Book Review: Spirits Distilled

Drinkhacker

For generations, consumers didn’t put much thought or concern into the ingredients of food and beverage. It’s only been relatively recently that consumers have taken a real interest in what makes up our culinary experiences. In generations past, imbibers didn’t care to know every minute detail of how their favorite brandy or whiskey was produced.

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Pumpkin Bourbon Smash Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

The Pumpkin Bourbon Smash is a fantastic seasonal twist on the Bourbon Smash. This fall cocktail blends the comforting flavors of pumpkin and spice with the rich notes of bourbon.

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The Chilled 100 Bartenders Craft Unique Chopin Vodka Cocktails

Chilled Magazine

Discover the artistry behind the perfect vodka cocktail with the Chilled 100 Bartenders as they craft unique and exquisite creations using Chopin Vodka. Renowned for its exceptional quality and smooth taste, Chopin serves as the ideal canvas for our talented bartenders. Liqueur , Vermouth , Vodka 392 Hemi by Linda Faber - @Scatbrat_392 / babies bluze Ingredients 1 ½ oz.

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s the Easiest Cocktail to Master?

VinePair

When anyone embarks on their bartending journey, one of the first steps is usually learning how to make the classics: Old Fashioneds, Martinis, Negronis, Daiquiris, and the like. It’s sound practice; you’ve got to crawl before you go out and run a marathon. From there, the drinks, ingredients, and techniques become increasingly complicated, but the key to making great cocktails remains the same: striking balance.

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College Football & NFL Season Is Big Business, Bar Owners Say

PubClub

Alabama alumni celebrate a win at Bootlegger in San Diego. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Bar Blogger The NFL and college football are big businesses. They are big for the teams, the merchandise manufacturers, hotels, concession and stadium workers and also for bars. All across America, sports bars are slammed on fall Saturdays and Sundays showing football.

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