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Photos by Rachel Harrison Communications The programming especially stood out for its forward-looking panels, where experts shared key insights on emerging trends—leaving attendees more informed and inspired than when they walked in. Let’s dive into a few of the standout panels and trend highlights from BCB Brooklyn 2025.
Brand Ambassador Natasha Sofia — Mijenta Tequila Best U.S. Flor de Caña Rum, and Johnny Walker; Official Bitters: Australian Bitters Co.; Their work reflects the spirit of growth and transformation that defines this industry. Bartender of the Year presented by Pernod Ricard Christine Kim — Service Bar, Washington, D.C.
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million 9-liter cases, according the Beverage Information Group 2024 Liquor Handbook. In addition to intense competition from tequila, domestic whiskey and the ready-to-drink (RTD) segments, brandy and Cognac had to contend with economic pressures, as inflation put a crimp in some discretionary spending.
ANGOSTURA® 200-Year Anniversary Limited-Edition bitters pairs globally influenced spices and herbs and ANGOSTURA® aged rum for the first time ever! A New Chapter in Mixology Designed with both professional bartenders and home cocktail enthusiasts in mind, this new bitters offers an entirely fresh cocktail experience. Stirred over craft ice.
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” In Western countries, there is not so much a focus on fruity flavours but more “the brand heritage angle”, Harris says, which he argues benefits products like Bourbon and Tequila. According to Hedger, Diageo’s research has found Gen Z are mainly showing interest in three spirits – Tequila, vodka and gin. Suntory Minus 196.
During the 2024/25 financial year, net sales from the Diplomatico rum maker’s emerging markets fell 2% but that was due, in part, to forex and the sale of Finlandia. While falling Tequila sales across these markets shouldn’t be ignored, overall, the business unit’s net sales grew 9% organically during the year.
Tequila samples with smiles are a big part of the San Diego Spirits Festival. Here are the dates, drinks, tickets, location and information. Photo: PubClub.com It’s spirits with a smile at the serving spot for Tanteo tequila. In other words, everything you need to know about this premier celebration of the spirits.
Tequila samples with smiles are a big part of the San Diego Spirits Festival. Here are the dates, drinks, tickets, location and information. Photo: PubClub.com It’s spirits with a smile at the serving spot for Tanteo tequila. In other words, everything you need to know about this premier celebration of the spirits.
In October, after a set of third-quarter results that missed forecasts, the Appleton rum owner set out plans to cut costs and sell non-core brands. GlobalData Strategic Intelligence US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate? Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights.
Is there a better deal in premium spirits right now than rum? Bourbon’s popularity has led to price spikes across that category, while tequila’s recent rise has had a similar effect on the cost of agave spirits. Meanwhile, a well-aged rum is unlikely to cause sticker shock. Which is good news for the category.
We wanted to be the most well-informed. I’d like to see the interest in tequila continue to grow. It’s a rum that actually sort of predates rum. I’d also love to see rum more broadly gain attention and understanding. Those videos do get a lot of views. I’d love to see spirits like charanda become more normalized.
Now with Volcán de mi Tierra, the company is aiming to leverage the tequila boom in India. A Volcanic Story Volcán de mi Tierra, which translates to ‘Land of the Volcano,’ is deeply rooted in the story of its birthplace—the Tequila Volcano in Jalisco, Mexico.
It can be appreciated on its own and mixes well with many spirits, including tequila, vodka, sparkling wine, and more. Try this with rum, tequila, vodka or even gin to create a liquid dessert in a glass. GSN Rating: B+ For more information go to: Chinola #Chinola #ChinolaMangoLiqueur
10 Barrel Brewing Apocalypse IPA – A burst indeed of Bravo, Northern Brewer, Chinook, Cascade, Centennial, and Amarillo hops informs this lively year-round expression of IPA. Flavors run to artificial lime, cheap gin, cheaper tequila, and blue Gatorade. Today we look at a trio of them, along with a trio of new brews.
1L) Patrón Cristalino Patrón Cristalino is an additive free añejo tequila. After distillation, the tequila is matured in four different casks for 12-15 months. Then wood charcoal is used to filter the tequila resulting in a clear appearance. This release marks the first cristalino tequila from the brand. (SRP
Campari Cask Tales is being sold as a 3-pack 1L set with this Bourbon Finish, a Tequila Finish, and a Rum Finish via ReserveBar.com. Here, Campari is finished in selected rum barrels from Appleton Estate Rum. Here, Campari is finished in selected tequila barrels from Espolòn Tequila.
After distillation, the tequila is aged for 18-24 months in American ex-bourbon and French oak barrels. SRP $94.99) Mount Gay Single Estate Series 24_02_Vt18d2 Mount Gay Single Estate Series is a molasses-based rum made entirely from estate-grown sugar cane grown at the the Mount Gay Estate in St. Only 1,554 6-pack cases were produced.
Made with blanco tequila, lime juice and triple sec, Astral Margarita is packaged in two formats — 350ml and 750ml serving four to eight cocktails per glass bottle, respectively. Included in the blend is Guyanese rum aged 11-15 years which were distilled on the lauded Port Mourant Double Wooden Pot Still.
Crafted by fifth generation Maestra Ronera Jassil Villanueva Quintana, the rum is made using a proprietary “dark aromatic toasting” technique. After first aging in American oak sherry casks, the rum is dumped and set aside. Next, the barrels are toasted before being refilled with the rum and further aged.
The suit filed at Houston District Court claims the rum, Bombay Sapphire gin and Grey Goose vodka owner has committed infringement, accusing it of unfair competition and trademark dilution. Bermuda-headquartered Bacardi owns various rums brands, Grey Goose and Eristoff vodkas, Patron tequila, Dewar’s Scotch and Martini vermouth.
1800 GUACHIMONTON 1800 GuachiMonton is a 100% blue weber agave añejo tequila made with single estate-grown agave from the Tequila Valley. It was aged in American & French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months and then finished in orange tequila liqueur casks. SRP $69.99) All information courtesy of Distiller.com
Cleveland Browns: Brown Cocktail - equal parts gin, light or dark rum and dry vermouth. The burnt orange color of the University of Texas at Austin inspired this recipe with lemon rum, orange rum, vodka, orange vodka, orange soda, ice and oranges. It was a fedora , but the (brown) derby is de rigueur.
The double-blind tasting competition is held annually and features everything from whiskey and bourbon to tequila and vodka. I could not find a huge amount of information on the Switch Rail Single Malt, besides the fact that it is bottled at 90 proof. Rocker Spirits also produces Rocker Rum and Rocker Vodka.
For more information and to explore new signature cocktail recipes created to highlight the tasting notes of the ANGOSTURA 200-Year Anniversary Limited-Edition bitters, visit www.angosturabitters.com.
Shelter makes whiskey and bourbon, gin, tequila, vodka, rum and canned cocktails “For Shelter Distilling, it is not just about promoting a quality spirit, it is also about promoting a lifestyle, said Director of Marketing and Branding and former Professional Snowboarder Matt Hammer. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.
If you aren’t informed about what kinds of drinks you can order or make at home, alcohol can ruin your ketogenic diet. One shot of tequila, four ounces of lime-flavored seltzer, and a tiny dash of sugar-free sweetener are combined to create an instant margin without the excessive sugar content! Someplace is five o’clock, right?
Representing different regions throughout Mexico, CINCO is a true labour of love for Daniel and Amy and the bar pays homage to the formers upbringing in the state of Jalisco, the birthplace of tequila and mariachi music and Daniels first foray into the drinks industry. and pippa@wildcommunications.co.uk
During Crew’s tenure, Diageo has offloaded assets including rum brands Cacique and Pampero and Safari liqueur. Jhangiani, who joined the company from Coca-Cola Europacific Partners in September, said at the time the group could make “substantial changes” to its product portfolio in the form of asset disposals.
(SRP $89.99) CASA OBSIDIANA AÑEJO Casa Obsidiana is a tequila brand co-founded by two families: The Beckmann Gonzalez family of Jalisco, Mexico and the Boisset family of Burgundy and California. Each tequila in the portfolio is made with 100% blue weber agave sourced from the estates of the Beckman Gonzalez family.
For more information, please visit www.talesofthecocktail.org/events/spirited-awards. The winners of this year’s Spirited Awards have made an indelible contribution to invigorating and elevating the collective cocktail community.
This vatting was then finished in casks from BCS’s 2018 Tale of Two Islands Rum, a Jamaican rum which was matured in peated Islay single malt barrels. SRP $79.99) TEQUILA KOMOS AÑEJO RESERVA Tequila Komos is a brand under the Spirit of Gallo portfolio. SRP $49.99) Information courtesy of Distiller.com
Robert Hospet informs that some bars are exploring using AI algorithms to analyse flavour profiles and suggest new ingredient combinations. For example, you can try a sous vide pineapple tequila cocktail for a smoky and tropical experience. These machines ensure perfectly crafted cocktails every single time; ideal for busy nights.
rum, Del Maguey Vida mezcal, cascara (coffee shell) vermouth, chamomile liqueur, espresso and coconut horchata foam. Front of House Director Jacopo Correnti will lead the team in welcoming guests with the personal, attentive and informed service synonymous with Oriole.
Choose kits that offer a variety of spirits, such as vodka, gin, rum, whiskey, and tequila, as well as a selection of mixers, bitters, and syrups to experiment with different flavor combinations and cocktail recipes. So cheers to quality cocktails and memorable home bartending experiences!
Brand Ambassador Sullivan Doh — D’USSÉ Benny Hurwitz — Campari American Whiskeys Mary Palac — Campari Mexican Spirits Natasha Sofia — Mijenta Tequila Best U.S. In that spirit, the Foundation is proud to announce nominees for the Top Four Finalists, and recipients of the Helen David Lifetime Achievement Award, Timeless U.S.
Selected by Master Blender Dr. Stuart Morrison, the whisky here was finished in a combination of Don Julio Añejo Tequila casks. Selected by Master Blender Dr. Stuart Morrison, the whisky here was finished in Caribbean pot still rum casks. SRP $450) Information courtesy of Distiller.com Bottled at 56.4%
” —Paul Clarke Judges were seated in four-person panels and served flights of spirits without identifying information other than the class of spirit and proof. Spirits were then rated individually by each judge, with a top score of 100. Scores from each panel were then averaged.
Held during Tales of the Cocktail, NOSC showcased a live judging across all of its spirits categories, both domestic and international, including whiskey, gin, brandy, baijiu, vodka, rum, agave spirits, liqueurs and non-alcoholic. More than 439 registrants entered the competition, which were reviewed by a panel of industry professionals.
Copyright A Bar Above Well, another year has come and gone, and we’re already swapping out summer rum for winter whiskey. We have a wide variety of informative, self-paced courses for anyone who loves making mixed drinks– from bar basics to an advanced mixology certification course. Which means…it’s almost the holiday season.
Garret Richard: Extracts and Essences I first met Garret Richard as a guest at Slowly Shirley, the now shuttered subterranean West Village cocktail bar that showcased thoughtful cocktails and a well-curated rum selection. For both of today’s topics, Garret took guidance from Darcy O’Neil, a Canadian chemist turned author and drinks YouTuber.
Held during Tales of the Cocktail, the second year of the competition introduced a live judging across all classes of spirits, domestic and international — whiskey, gin, brandy, baijiu, vodka, rum, agave spirits, liqueurs and non-alcoholic – as well as a new category of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails.
Held during Tales of the Cocktail, the second year of the competition introduced a live judging across all classes of spirits, domestic and international — whiskey, gin, brandy, baijiu, vodka, rum, agave spirits, liqueurs and non-alcoholic – as well as a new category of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails.
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