Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 4, 2024

Exhibit A: Cocchi Americano, an aperitif wine from Italy (actually, two aperitif wines—a bianco and a rosa). The wines are refreshing and bright with ice and a splash of soda, and distinctively useful tools in cocktails. And the mild baking spices, bitter ginger, and floral notes mix beautifully with tequila and gin.”

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VinePair

JUNE 17, 2025

It’s no secret that tequila has become exceedingly popular throughout the United States in recent years. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of knock-out tequilas on the market offering some real bang for your buck. It’s a phenomenal tequila that consistently over-delivers for its price point.

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VinePair

MARCH 18, 2025

While tequilas rise in popularity grabs headlines and drives conversations, vodka remained the top-selling spirit in the U.S. Hailing from California wine country, this small-batch vodka is grape-based and sustainable in every stage of production. Were still living in a vodka world. in 2024, raking in $7.2

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The trendiest shots right now, according to bartenders: Fernet Branca Hard Start Mezcal and Amaro Angelino Rye-Nar Forghetti Dickel whiskey and shot of au jus Vermouth Green Tea Bourbon Tequila Amortized wine Bottled-in-bond rye St. When they’re not ordering that, the shots depend on age. It’s also great for the staff.

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Cheers

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Vodka may not generate as much buzz as tequila or bourbon these days, but it remains the largest spirit category by share. Notes Alicia Russell, lead bartender at Panzano in Denver, CO, created this recipe. Vodka Day on Oct. Here are seven recipes we like for 2024. For more vodka cocktails, see page 31 of our summer issue.

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VinePair

JULY 16, 2024

Evan Flynn, head bartender, Death and Co. Denver “ Maestro Dobel Diamante Reposado Tequila. Made from 100 percent agave with no additives, it’s perfect for sipping or mixing into a Tequila Espresso Martini. Claudia Lara manager/head bartender, Rogue Bar , Queens, N.Y. Its smoothness ensures it goes down easily.”

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Charles Sour Course Drinks Keyword aquafaba, bourbon, lemon, peach, red wine, Simple syrup Ingredients 2 oz. Red wine Instructions Add peach-infused bourbon, lemon, syrup and aquafaba to a shaker. Red wine Instructions Add peach-infused bourbon, lemon, syrup and aquafaba to a shaker.

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Simple Syrup Tinctures Liqueur Brandy 73