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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Rye That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

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—Nick Daddona, bartender, Dark Bar at the Boston Harbor Hotel , Boston “A new and exciting addition to our market is Rye & Sons. Helmed by Andre Mack, a renowned sommelier and winemaker, Rye & Sons is an exciting approach to rye from a wine perspective. The proof, coming in at 99.6,

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The Drinks World Has Hit Peak Astrology

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“Astrology was fun because it was pushing a lot of the bartenders out of their comfort zone — deeply researching a zodiac sign, getting inspired by it, and then making a drink that accurately represents it,” says Patty Dennison, head bartender at Grand Army Bar in Brooklyn, where an astrology-themed menu launched in October.

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Meet the Mixologist: Jocelyn Jolley

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Jocelyn Jolley is head bartender at Michael’s on Naples , an Italian restaurant in Long Beach, CA. Notes Jocelyn Jolley, head bartender at Michael’s on Naples in Long Beach, CA, created this recipe. What was your first job in the beverage or hospitality industry? Place cocktail in a bell jar and allow smoke to encase it.

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Next Wave Awards Bar Program of the Year: Shinji’s

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To get guests in the door, technique was the standpoint,” says Adler, a sommelier, former chef, and veteran of esteemed establishments like Contra and Saison. Here, beverage director Jonathan Adler challenges the laws of chemistry to divine drink magic — the kind that can actually be explained. “To

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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What’s the Best Scotch for Beginners? (2024)

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Colleen Kelly, director of food & beverage/mixologist/sommelier, Bernardus Lodge and Spa , Caramel Valley, Calif. ” —Richie Tray, head bartender, The Rittenhouse , Philadelphia “For beginners, I recommend The Balvenie’s 14-year-old Caribbean Cask. These whiskies are easier to find in store and won’t break the bank.

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2024 Bartender Spirits Awards: Extended Super Early Bird Deadline!

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Here are some of the judges who will participate in the 2024 Bartender Spirits Awards. EMILIANO VAZQUEZ PARRALE , Head Bartender, Moody Tongue Brewing Company, Chicago. ARIEL NEAL , Vice President United States Bartenders Guild- Chicago Chapter, Chicago. MARK GALLAGHER , Experienced Sommelier and Mixologist, Chicago.

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How brands can use London Spirits Competition to grow international markets

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The Ambassadors selected are different personalities ranging from Masters of Wine, Master Sommeliers, Head Bartenders, Mixologisits, Instagramers, YouTubers and Writers. The latest initiative by London Competition is a clear direction of the investment to make it a true global competition.