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Some of the worlds most iconic cocktails employ whiskey as their base liquor. But there are many other whiskey cocktails, many with historic roots, that have enjoyed a quiet revival along with the boom of craft cocktail culture. So we tapped 12 bartenders to find out which whiskey cocktails they felt werent getting enough accolades.
An active member of the Chilled 100, he held numerous esteemed roles including President of the Orange County USBG, West Coast NCC representative for the USBG National, and SoCal Cultural Ambassador for Bulleit Frontier Whiskey. As we sampled our whiskey, Michael described it as “phenomenal.”
Photos by Glee Digital Media Adam Fournier brings over 15 years of experience to the hospitality industry, having worked at renowned Los Angeles venues like Areal, The Chestnut Club, and The NoMad LA. His expertise in rare spirits helped shape the bourbon boom in LA, where he curated over 30 single barrels.
Stokes Architecture + Design and hospitality group Method Co. Sip on the Sake & Strange Divine, a Martini-style sake-based drink made with gin, rice whiskey, sushi rice, shiso, and garnished with caviar. How does one turn a tenebrous mechanical vault in the cellar of a century-old skyscraper into an inviting bar space?
El Toxica: an Espresso Martini made with mazapn-washed Sierra Norte Red corn whiskey. Of course, we are polite and use hospitality to navigate that, building up the brands we carry, instead of tearing brands down (well except sometimes sorry not sorry, celebrity tequila I shall not name). Why is that important to you?
An expert in cocktail craftsmanship with extensive whiskey knowledge, Tony Arnone has over a decade of bartending experience. He leads whiskey tastings and crafts whiskey-based cocktails for the popular speakeasy. Arnone serves as the lead mixologist at The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
First up, we have Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey, followed by Sazerac De Forge Cognac, produced in small batches and made in the same way it was 200 years ago. Lastly, we check in with Chris Hannah, regarded as the face of hospitality in New Orleans.
Waldorf Astoria New York announced a partnership with Jeff Bell, managing partner of renowned speakeasy Please Dont Tell (PDT) and Apres Cru Hospitality, to lead the cocktail program at Peacock Alley Bar and Lex Yard, the hotels signature restaurant.
Virgil Kaine , a Lowcountry Whiskey Company has partnered with Cannon Distillery in a move that reunites the whiskey brand with its Charleston roots. Virgil Kaine, founded in 2011 by Charleston chefs Szlam and Ryan Meany, has released eight limited-edition whiskeys since its inception.
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The distillery’s growth in the past 13 years has led to now, with four distilleries across Tennessee, a premium Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey line, James Ownby Reserve, more than 25 creative moonshine flavors, and 17 inventive flavored whiskies distributed and available for purchase across the United States. and the No.
Or actually, a new bar along famous Whiskey Row in Prescott, AZ. Michael is on the site of the old Burke hotel, Prescott’s “only fireproof hotel,” which burned in “The Great Fire” of 1900 that destroyed much of Whiskey Row. Fire & Sword is a new bar in an old location along Whiske Row in Prescott, AZ.
The interactive experience took attendees through the company’s entire bourbon-making process, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how the brand has been churning out whiskey for more than 200 years. The balls were served in a glass with Legent, so attendees could taste the one-of-a-kind Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey.
One such experience is a luxury whiskey getaway including exclusive tastings and tours. Whiskey Reverie: Presented by The Ritz-Carlton Perhaps the most exciting experience for whiskey lovers on offer in this auction is Whiskey Reverie: Presented by The Ritz-Carlton. This includes a whiskey pairing with each course.
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Elijah Craig has gained a loyal following for its award-winning family of Bourbons and American Whiskeys. The clear, unaged corn whiskey became transformed into a bold amber liquid with a distinctively smooth flavor that makes Bourbon what it is today. One of the fastest growing spirits in the U.S.,
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says Amanda Sierra, a veteran of Tucson’s hospitality scene with more than 30 years in the city, and currently a bartender at cocktail bar SideCar. Batch With an emphasis that could be considered hedonism at its finest, Batch puts its focus on two things: whiskey and doughnuts. A whiskey and a Crème Brûlée doughnut at Batch.
Eric LeGrand Bourbon is the first spirits brand to become a sponsor of Rutgers Athletics, and they have a multi-year partnership that brings the bourbon to select hospitality areas in SHI Stadium and Jersey Mike’s Arena. Liqueur , Whiskey True 52 Ingredients 1.5 WhiskeyWhiskey Sour Ingredients 2 oz Eric LeGrand Bourbon 0.5
Scotch , Vodka , Whiskey The Warrior Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Mixologist, Paula Lukas is a veteran of the New York City hospitality industry with over 30 years of experience. Lime Juice 3 Dashes Scrappy's Celery Bitters Preparation Combine liquid ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain over fresh ice in a large rocks glass.
.” Located in Hong Kong’s bustling Central district, the caffè-style space offers bar-goers a respite where they can relax with well-made cocktails and experience consummate hospitality. The simple but intriguing twists on classics include an olive oil whiskey sour and a mezcal margarita with smoked corn and sloe gin.
Our latest edition of Australian Bartender has landed, packed with industry insights, exclusive interviews, and a deep dive into the world of spirits and hospitality. Leading the lineup is an interview with Nour, a hospitality veteran with two decades behind the bar, now bringing his expertise to Babylon Rooftop.
When it comes to a timeless American whiskey cocktail like the Old Fashioned, the iconic brand Elijah Craig is a perfect choice. Contestants were tasked with creating unique twists on the Old Fashioned recipe using Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon or Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey as the cocktails base.
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Moubadder shares his journey from restaurateur to one of Sydneys most influential venue operators, offering a rare look inside the philosophy that drives his design, service, and hospitality principles.
This blend of rye whiskey, Calvados, and vintage Armagnac is the cornerstone of a new single barrel program (more on that later). Our Visit Chief Minister of Hospitality Morgan French was our guide and host for most of our three days in Poultney. And I went to a state school. You wont be disappointed.
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Even during very humid nights, bargoers seek out this comforting mix of Irish whiskey, Cognac, coffee, and demerara topped with cold cream. Mostly Harmless The off-the-beaten-path omakase cocktail bar by Ezra Star ( The Pontiac and formerly of Drink in Boston) takes hospitality to another fun level.
In addition, Danil Nevsky, returning judge and hospitality consultant commented that extremes and maximalism is likely to be the major industry shift of 2025, commenting Minimalism is out, and extremes are in! Samey will be very much pass with bartenders exploring extremes.
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On-premise Rebounds, But Remains Fragile During the briefing, DISCUS reported that the hospitality industry continues to rebound from the pandemic but that its recovery remains fragile. “Our message to legislators is clear: hospitality businesses anchor local communities providing much-needed jobs while boosting tourism.
Dee Ford, 59, Louisville – Ford is a veteran of bourbon hospitality. Corky” Taylor III, 75, Henderson – “Corky” Taylor set out to resurrect his great-grandfather’s whiskey company with his son, Carson. Located on Whiskey Row, the distillery puts forth the same high-quality bourbon that it became known for in the 1880s.
Funded by Northern Hospitality, the team behind the late Neighbourhood Bondi, and Chuck Trailers original venue, the CBD expansion is turning up the volume. Theres a six-metre backbar lined with over 300 American whiskeys, 16 beers on tap, and a rotating selection of disco-inspired cocktails. Turns out, everyone else wanted that too.
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The Old Fitzgerald Fall 2023 Bottled-In-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Credit: Heaven Hill Heaven Hill Distillery has announced the release of its Fall 2024 Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. At 11 years old, this release celebrates a first-class legacy within the Bottled-in-Bond category.
By Keyatta Mincey-Parker @asipofparadisegarden The hospitality industry is rich with history, traditions, and innovations, and plays a crucial role in weaving the social fabric of communities worldwide. Supporting and strengthening the community within the hospitality industry requires both individual and collective efforts.
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What was your first job in the beverage or hospitality industry? Other than whiskey, I’d have to say gin. We offer a wide variety of whiskeys and whiskies and create different ways to enjoy them whether in a cocktail or served straight. My first industry job was as a dishwasher for a restaurant chain called Cheddar’s.
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