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The Sazerac, Perfected: What Bartenders at The Roosevelt New Orleans Want You to Know

Chilled Magazine

The Sazerac is often celebrated as the official cocktail of New Orleans, distinguished by its unique flavors and rich history. Created by French Quarter pharmacist Antoine Amedie Peychaud, the Sazerac has found its spiritual home at the Art-Deco era Sazerac Bar housed by The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel, solidifying its place in the city’s cocktail culture.

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Ten Recipes From the Best New Bartenders of 2025

PUNCH

Our Best New Bartenders of 2025 describe their drink-making styles in different ways: Tone Arasa is “heavily inspired by the seasons”; Molly Gajdosik’s cocktails are “fun, approachable and full of flavor”; Ricardo Rodriguez wants his recipes to be “purposeful,” above all else. The cocktails they’ve shared with us exemplify that mix, and more. In this collection of recipes, there are nostalgic flavor combinations, clever techniques and odes to the tried-and-true classics.

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Tequila That’s Earned a Spot at Your Bar? (2025)

VinePair

We’re still in the midst of a tequila boom. While the data says this growth isn’t as rapid as it’s been in the past, interest in the Mexican agave spirit is still more than strong enough to keep its sales moving in a positive direction. And tequila is certainly a spirit that rewards the curious drinker. A big part of the category’s growth is arguably tied to the seemingly endless parade of new tequilas hitting back bars or retail shelves every month, and each bottle could potentially be a new fa

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Inside Look: Daisy Margarita Bar, Los Angeles

Imbibe Magazine

Max Reis can’t escape flavored Margaritas. As a Los Angeles bartender whose goal it is to “surprise and delight guests with creative, unexpected cocktails” while working in Mexican restaurants, the public’s thirst for fruity Margaritas can sometimes be a frustrating cross to bear. Things finally came to a head at Los Feliz’s Mirate , which won the “Best Bar in the West” and “Highest Climber” awards at this year’s 50 Best Bars in North America and is an Imbibe 75 Place to Watch.

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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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Bar Leone named Asia�s best bar for second year running

Drinks International

Bar Leone from Hong Kong has been named the best bar in Asia for the second year in a row, at the tenth edition of Asia’s 50 Best Bars in a live ceremony held in Macau.

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We Asked: “What Does Sustainability Mean to You?”

PUNCH

The Best New Bartenders of 2025 are bound by a shared belief that sustainability goes beyond making cocktails. And while hyperlocal, hyperseasonal and low-waste efforts drive their drink-making, the class of 2025 takes a broader view of the term, understanding that sustainability—of land, ingredients, their peers, businesses—is all interconnected. This year, Punch is partnering with Astral Tequila, who brings shared values of sustainability, resourceful upcycling and social responsibility to th

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Meet Your New Bartending BFF: Cocktail Recipe Cards!

A Bar Above

What Are Cocktail Flashcards? Why We Made These Drink Recipe Cards What’s Inside the Deck Who These Are For How to Use Cocktail Flashcards Ready to Get Yours? Remember the good ol’ days of high school or college, cramming for exams with flashcards? Well, we’ve taken that tried-and-true study method and given it a boozy makeover. Based on personal experience, countless conversations with bartenders, and witnessing more than one newbie frantically Google popular cocktail recipes mid-sh

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Shaker Collective Is The New Go-To Platform For The Drinks Industry

The Whiskey Wash

Evonne Eadie (left) and Marissa Johnston (right) are drinks industry veterans who aim to foster lasting and positive connections between workers in the drinks industry. Credit: Shaker Collective A groundbreaking networking platform promises to revolutionize how bartenders, chefs, and industry professionals connect and advance their careers globally.

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In Nigeria, the Chapman Is a Blank Canvas

PUNCH

For Obehi Ekhomu, the Chapman “is part of our collective Nigerian memory.” Ekhomu is the owner and head chef of Ona Restaurant and the bar Ona Cloud , in Lagos, and she describes the homegrown nonalcoholic drink as “a national treasure.” It’s true: I haven’t come across a Nigerian restaurant without a Chapman on the drinks menu. The delightful, ruby red mocktail combines sodas—orange, lemon and lime—with black currant cordial or grenadine, bitters (often Angostura), fresh citrus and cucumber.

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Bartenders Love to Hate Espresso Martinis. Here’s Why They Shouldn’t

VinePair

In October 2021, New York Magazine’s Grub Street published a piece titled “‘No More Espresso Martinis!’ Why bartenders hate the hottest drink on the planet.” The 10-paragraph article went all in on the beloved cocktail, featuring gripe after gripe from NYC bartenders apparently fed up with the drink’s popularity. One called the drink “annoying,” “obnoxious,” and “trendy.

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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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Global hospitality community platform launches

Drinks International

Register/Login You are not logged in. Close [x] User name: Password: remember me Log in You are not logged in. Forgot Password? To subscribe, click here Home » News Nathan Hinze Global hospitality community platform launches 15 July, 2025 By Eleanor Yates A new purpose-built digital networking platform designed specifically for hospitality professionals has launched.

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Building a Functional Beverage that Works: Insights From Michael Colangelo

Dry Atlas

Functional beverage founders know: the idea is the easy part. The hard part is making sure your product is feasible to manufacture, shelf-stable, and something that consumers keep coming back for. That’s where Michael Colangelo, flavor chemist and founder of MC Flavors , shines. In a recent Dry Atlas webinar, he shared actionable insights for anyone developing a functional beverage, especially those incorporating nootropics or adaptogens.

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Your Ultimate Guide to Pairing Food and Drinks with Taste Themes

Advanced Mixology

A memorable dinner is not just about great food. It is about how every element, from the first sip to the last bite, works together to create an experience. That is where taste themes come in. By thoughtfully pairing your dinner and drinks around a central idea—whether it is a flavor, a mood, or a season—you can elevate any gathering from ordinary to unforgettable.

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What’s the Difference Between an Old Fashioned and a Manhattan?

VinePair

Two of the oldest cocktails in the book, the Old Fashioned and Manhattan are both beloved whiskey-based classics. And though the cocktails have their separate — and sometimes seriously devoted — fan bases, they are often conflated. The two both fall into the category of boozy, stirred whiskey drinks; are typically served at similar establishments; and even boast two of the same core ingredients.

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Master the Gin Classics

PUNCH

Whether it’s the Martini, which has taken over the world , or the G&T, in its infinite moods , the gin classics seem to always be in season. The canon is vast: fizzes topped with crowns of foam, highballs topped with tonic and tropical drinks topped with elaborate garnishes. To help you filter through the countless recipes, here, we’ve compiled all the classics that you need to know.

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Frozen Daiquiri Recipes for Chilling Out Sultry Summers

Imbibe Magazine

In the July/August issue , contributing editor Wayne Curtis delved into the origin story of the frozen Daiquiri and how it’s since become “the Eiffel Tower of New Orleans.” While most of the frozen cocktails served in southern Louisiana don’t follow the formula of the Daiquiri’s rum, lime, and sugar build, here are a few of our favorite frozen Daiquiri recipes that do it better, adding seasonal ingredients for the ultimate summer refreshment.

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Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Mobile Bartender for Your Oahu Wedding

Free Spirits Hawaii

Planning a wedding on Oahu? Here’s why hiring a professional mobile bartending service can make your big day unforgettable: 1. Expert Mixologists : Our bartenders bring years of fine dining and nightclub experience, ensuring every cocktail is crafted to perfection. 2. Custom Cocktails : From tropical flavors to classic favorites, we design drink menus that match your wedding theme. 3.

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The Cocktail College Podcast: Mezcal’s Untold Past, Soaring Present, and Fragile Future: Part 1

VinePair

Today, we’re kicking off a special limited series on the “Cocktail College” podcast. It’s a rare deep dive into wild agave, Mexican heritage, and the spirit transforming bar menus around the world. For three episodes, the name of the game is mezcal , and the story is worth every drop. In the first installment of our mezcal documentary, we’re headed deep into Oaxaca’s rugged Sierra Sur to trace the roots of this singular spirit.

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Meet the Best New Bartenders of 2025

PUNCH

The Best New Bartenders of 2025: These 10 talented individuals represent the future of bartending and the drinks industry.

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Award-Winning Mixologist Molly Wellmann Joins Hidden Barn Whiskey as Master Taster

The Whiskey Wash

Molly Wellmann lends her expertise to Hidden Barn’s tasting team in a new role. Credit: Hidden Barn Distillery A Cincinnati mixologist who built her reputation crafting historically accurate cocktails has joined one of Kentucky’s fastest-growing bourbon brands. Molly Wellmann, recognized as “Best Bartender/Owner in the Nation” by Nightclub and Bar Media, will serve as Master Taster for Hidden Barn Whiskey, stepping into a role that shapes the brand’s flavor profile

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OASIS REUNION TOUR GIVES HOSPITALITY A SUPERSONIC BOOST

Bar Magazine

The kick-off shows in Cardiff generated more than £4m for city centre venues Hospitality operators in Manchester, Edinburgh and London can expect a welcome boost to trade when Oasis come to town for their much-anticipated reunion shows over the next few weeks. The first shows of the tour, held at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Friday 4 th and Saturday 5 th July, generated more than £4m in beer and cider sales for city centre venues across the two days.

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Lager Supernova: Pint Sales in Cardiff Through the Roof During Oasis Reunion Kickoff

VinePair

Nearly 16 years since the group’s initial breakup, English rock sensation Oasis recently embarked on its highly-anticipated reunion tour. The band kicked it off with back-to-back shows on July 4th and 5th at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium in Wales, and according to the BBC , bars around the venue were flooded with thirsty patrons. Perhaps unsurprisingly, fans drank a jaw-dropping amount of beer, with bars collectively reporting 811,000 pints sold over the two-day period.

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Bourbon Rosemary Smash Cocktail Recipe

Mix That Drink

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Noah Rothbaum’s The Whiskey Bible To Launch This September

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Workman Publishing Renowned spirits writer Noah Rothbaum is set to release a 600-page guide covering everything from whiskey’s disputed origins to modern cocktail recipes, arriving September 2025 from Workman Publishing. The comprehensive book, priced at $40, aims to navigate readers through an increasingly complex whiskey landscape that has transformed from a farm product to a luxury commodity.

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Drink in History: The Palmetto

Chilled Magazine

Some cocktails grab attention with bold garnishes, rare ingredients, or intricate techniques that make you feel like you need a degree in mixology to enjoy them. The Palmetto, however, is refreshingly straightforward. It’s a rum-based classic that delivers a balanced, sophisticated flavor yet somehow remains a hidden gem in the world of cocktails. A Cocktail with Roots in History and a British Twist The Palmetto has been around since the Prohibition era, first in the 1930 edition of The Savoy Co

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A Low-Proof, Frozen Mojito That Is Very, Very Green

Cocktails with Suderman

Links About Drinks On his excellent Substack Everyday Drinking , Jason Wilson asks: Are craft cocktails killing artisan spirits ? This is an intriguing thesis, and I think there is at least something to it. Craft cocktails tend to rely on less expensive, more readily available spirits rather than rarer, pricier pours. But I think he underrates a few factors.

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Comic-Con San Diego 2025 Themed Cocktails, Restaurants, Bars & PubCrawl

PubClub

People gather around a show by the Gaslamp Quarter sign during Comic-Con San Diego. Photo: PubClub.com Part of the personality of certain cities are its events and in San Diego, that event is Comic-Con. The annual convention of comic book and sci-fi characters takes over downtown for several days the end July each year and it’s such as huge deal that themed pop-ups appear in small spaces on the street, bars and restaurants create special cocktails for it, the staff dresses up in superhero

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Hoochenanny Festival Launches Rare Whiskey Charity Auction

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Hoochenanny Whiskey & Music Festival Rochester’s premier whiskey and music event will auction coveted bottles and memorabilia, including Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year and a Lou Gramm-signed guitar, with proceeds supporting three local nonprofits when bidding opens August 8. Hoochenanny Whiskey & Music Festival Auction Features Premium Bottles The inaugural charity auction will showcase some of the most sought-after whiskeys in the collectors’ market.

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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Judge a Rosé By Its Color

VinePair

There are a lot of misconceptions out there about rosé: It’s made from pink grapes; it’s produced by blending both red and white wine; it’s all cheap. One of the biggest misconceptions about rosé, however, is that the shade of the wine itself dictates how sweet or dry it is. This debate seemingly came to a head in 2022, when lifestyle publication Real Simple posted a “wine tip” on Instagram suggesting that readers “always buy the rosé that is lightest in color.

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The IPAs That Belong on Your Bucket List

Chilled Magazine

If you’re an IPA drinker, you probably have a handful of West Coast IPAs, New England-style IPAs, and imperial IPAs that you repeatedly return to. There’s nothing wrong with that. We’re all about finding what you enjoy and sticking with it. But if you only drink the same beers repeatedly and never branch out into anything different, you’re doing your taste buds a disservice.

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Schweppes Partners with Goodwood in Celebration of Iconic British Heritage

Bar Magazine

Schweppes, Britain’s iconic mixer brand, is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Goodwood – one of the UK’s most prestigious and historic estates – as the Official Mixer Supplier to Members’ Meeting, Festival of Speed, Goodwoof, Goodwood Racecourse and Goodwood Revival. This new partnership brings together two iconic British names with over 500 years of combined heritage.

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Angel’s Envy Launches Summer Daycap Campaign with Louisville Pickleball Festival

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Angel’s Envy Angel’s Envy has kicked off its summer-long Daycap campaign with a downtown Louisville street festival that transformed Main Street into a pickleball venue. The event, which took place in front of the Angel’s Envy Distillery, introduced the brand’s new concept of the “Daycap” – a moment to pause and toast achievements with friends.

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Fun Things to Do on a Night Out in London

PubClub

London after dark is when the nightlife of The Swinging City comes alive. And it’s not only about traditional pubs with locally brewed ales, as most might think. London has much to offer those looking for a fun time when the moon is high. There are bustling rooftop cocktail bars, spectacular theatre shows and musicals, and live events at exciting venues like high-end casinos.

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Bringing Together Indian and Mexican Cultures—Loca Loka Tequila

Chilled Magazine

Loca Loka Tequila embodies the best of two worlds, bringing together India and Mexico to celebrate the vibrant spirit of both nations. Launched in 2024, the brand is making a major expansion push this year into new U.S. markets. The partners created a name that reflects the embrace of the two cultures, fusing “loca” or Spanish for “crazy,” with “loka” from the Sanskrit for “world.

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Three Coffee Beans on an Espresso Martini Makes Sense — but Why on Sambuca?

VinePair

Almost every aspect of Italian food and beverage culture revolves around digestion. There’s “aperitivo hour,” designed to stimulate the appetite before dinner. Italians often serve salad after a main course as a palate cleanser and digestive aid. And in Italian restaurants, it’s relatively common to cap off a meal with a shot of some form of digestivo, whether it’s an amaro , limoncello, grappa , or sambuca — the last of which is a neutral spirit flavored with aniseed, star anise, fennel s