VinePair

MAY 9, 2024

—Lynnette Marrero, co-founder, Speed Rack “There’s one tequila cocktail that’s always confused me as to why it’s not more popular: the Brave Bull, a.k.a. But you can step it up by picking your favorite coffee liqueur and matching it with a tequila, ideally a reposado. Toro Bravo.

Tequila 98

Tequila Speed Rack Bartending Bartender 98

Tales of the Cocktail

JULY 25, 2024

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.

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Speed Rack Vodka Brandy Gin 94

VinePair

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The mixture of bitter Italian liqueur, bubbles, and sweet vermouth results in a vivacious, herbal treat that won’t put you to bed early. It inspired the creation of the Brooklyn , a variation featuring rye, dry vermouth, Maraschino liqueur, and Amer Picon. Ivy Mix, co-founder of Speed Rack, co-owner Leyenda and FIASCO!

Simple Syrup 98

Simple Syrup Bitters Gin Brandy 98

Good Spirits News

MARCH 27, 2025

Lance Bowman, Chicago’s most renowned mixologist and winner of the Jean Banchet Award for Best Bar in 2022, is responsible for the beverage program for the Alderman. Katie has also won numerous bartending competitions, like the Midwestern Speed Rack and Heaven Hill Bartender of the Year.

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Bartending Bartender Hospitality Bar Manager 56