Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In 2002, while he was working at LAB Bar in London, the late Ghanaian mixologist Douglas Ankrah invented a modern cocktail classic: the Pornstar Martini. Quest also recently opened a cocktail bar in Abidjan called BISSA , which features African spirits and wines, indigenous ingredients, and seasonal vegetation.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2024

Mohegan Sun’s 20th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest is Thursday, January 25th – Sunday, January 28th Mohegan Sun Wine and Food Fest promises a weekend of culinary delights and exquisite libations. To commemorate 20 years of Sun Wine & Food Fest, guests can enjoy 20 events over the course of four days!

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 24, 2024

Photo by Annie Llew Sparkling Wine , Vermouth Pink Guava Aperol Spritz by Annie Llew - Lead Virtual Mixologist/@anniellew Ingredients 1 oz. Aperol Aperitivo (optional) Sparkling wine or Prosecco, to taste 1 oz. Red Wine Lychee Wine Slushy by Mix with Marie / @mixwithmarie Ingredients 1 cup GEN 7 Wines Noir de Noir Red Wine 4 oz.

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Cheers

APRIL 10, 2024

Up unto this point, the sommelier team at Michael’s has actively collaborated with a new wine producer each month to host a Wine Dinner, where we pair the guest brand’s best bottles with a five-course meal prepared by our executive chef to highlight the notes and varieties. Although, I also always enjoy a nice, bold glass of red wine.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Each of the four inspired cocktails, created by SMOKE LAB National Mixologist, @paulalukas27 , celebrate the award-winning craftsmanship of SMOKE LAB Classic, SMOKE LAB Aniseed and SMOKE LAB Saffron Vodka and are perfect to enjoy wherever the season takes you! Shake and fine strain over fresh ice in a large wine glass.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With The Holiday Season Upon Us, Smoke Lab Vodka Is Serving Up A Menu Of Original And Festive Seasonal Cocktails, Created By National Mixologist And Industry Expert, Paula Lukas, @Paulalukas27. Hot Chocolate Whipped Cream (for garnish) 3 Peppermint Candies (for garnish) Preparation Fill a goblet or large wine glass with hot chocolate.

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Chilled Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Liqueur , Vodka Lover’s Lane by Mixologist Jessica Christensen, Graton Resort & Casino Ingredients 3/4 oz. Vodka Straight From the Heart by Mixologist Jessica Christensen, Graton Resort & Casino Ingredients 1 1/4 oz. Vermouth , Vodka You’re In My Heart by SMOKE LAB National Mixologist Paula Lukas Ingredients 1.5

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VinePair

JANUARY 21, 2025

Charleston Wine + Food will be welcoming the top echelon of food and drink innovators from around the world, and you can join the ranks of attendees who love it. Participation in the festival by featured chefs, winemakers, authors, artisans, and mixologists has helped them bring a bit of Charleston back to their home cities.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

Staying on trend, each of the four inspired cocktails are named for rock and roll classics and created by SMOKE LAB National Mixologist and Industry expert, @paulalukas27. Badger Bevs Tonic Water Preparation Combine liquid ingredients except tonic water in a large wine glass with ice and stir lightly. SMOKE LAB Saffron Vodka.75

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 28, 2024

This year’s judges include renowned spirits specialist Lynn House, author and bartender extraordinaire Jeffery Morgenthaler and award-winning mixologist Christine Wiseman. With a skilled eye for emerging trends, Lynn is not only an amazing mixologist but also a trendsetter, shaping the future of cocktail culture.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Photo by Liz Clayman Inspired by the classic French 75 cocktail, this innovative creation by expert mixologists combines sparkling wine, gin, and lemon to deliver a tangy and sophisticated treat that embodies the essence of summer. The Times Square EDITION unveils a unique twist on the traditional Jell-O shot with the French 75 Bite.

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Chilled Magazine

APRIL 1, 2024

Say goodbye to mulled wine and warming cocktails, and say hello to spring libations. A new season is the perfect time to experiment with new flavors and bring out the mixologist in you. Moonrise On World Malbec Day (4/17) , the easiest option would be to pour a glass of the full-bodied red wine and call it a day.

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The Cocktail Lovers

APRIL 11, 2025

Like wine but with more subtlety. “Not only does it reduce waste, it tastes incredibly intense and presents exciting new opportunities for chefs and mixologists.” Historically as herbal medicines, today by chefs and mixologists.” Infusions were important too. “Plants and flowers are knowledge.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

This release is more than a nod to our rich history; it’s about ushering in the next 200 years of inspiring bartenders, at-home mixologists and curious cocktails everywhere with a unique and differentiated flavor that will fuel their creativity for years to come.” the exclusive distributor for ANGOSTURA® bitters for North America.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Helmed by Andre Mack, a renowned sommelier and winemaker, Rye & Sons is an exciting approach to rye from a wine perspective. Joseph Ehrmann, mixologist and owner, Elixir , San Francisco “ Angel’s Envy Rye has definitely earned its place here at Lindens! ” —Colin Williams, bar manager, Saffron , New Orleans “A.

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Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2024

De’Qustay Johnson Expertise: Whiskey, Vodka, Tequila, Rum, Wine. CRT certified as well as WSET Level 2 certified in both Wine and Spirits, cocktail educator, and spirit enthusiast. Elizabeth Lang Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Expertise: Rum. Rum collector, WSET Spirits 3, Chapter Board member for Pittsburgh USBG. Basically, a witch doctor.

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 12, 2024

And aside from a trim list of wine, beer, and classic cocktails, Bar Americano doubles down on drinkers’ rediscovered interest in vermouth , with a selection running more than 50 deep from Spain, France, and Italy. Lise & Vito If your query is where to find natural wine in Greenpoint, the answer is … well, virtually anywhere.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

Denisse Soto, a mixologist and mezcal expert from Mexico, is a prominent beverage consultant in Chicago. Additionally, the restaurant offers a collection of agave-based spirits, craft beer, and a portfolio of Latin American wines curated by Jean Banchet Award-nominated sommelier Richie Ribando (Smyth, The Loyalist, Next).

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Chilled Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

We’ve got the OG recipe down below so you can test it out in your night routine, as well as some elevated magnesium mocktails crafted by award winning mixologist Derek Brown with Natural Vitality’s CALM Magnesium. Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine (such as Surely Brut) (or 1.5 By now, you have probably heard of the “Sleepy Girl Mocktail.”

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VinePair

APRIL 15, 2024

And most importantly, how do I make sure I have enough wine to appease the crowd? But to nail it the first time around, here’s how to prepare the right amount of wine and snacks for a dinner party. How Do You Calculate Wine for a Dinner Party? How Do You Calculate Wine for a Dinner Party? The golden rule?

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The Cocktail Lovers

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In this episode… We’re mixing… French 75 Ingredients: 45ml cognac 15ml fresh lemon juice 15ml simple syrup (1:1) 75ml sparkling wine to top Lemon twist to garnish Method: Shake all ingredients, except sparkling wine, over ice. Carefully top with the sparkling wine and stir gently.

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Chilled Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

This fall, El Mayor Tequila invited nine Chilled 100 bartenders, a distinguished group of mixologists from across the United States, to craft an exclusive collection of fall-inspired cocktails. Liqueur , Red Wine , Rum , Sherry , Tequila , Vermouth Fortunato’s Fate by Monica Stephen - Denver, CO / @chaosqueensupreme Ingredients 1 oz.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Cyllan Hicks, head mixologist, Nothing Really Matters , NYC “The newest rye we’ve added is Peerless Rye. ” —Hugo Bensimon, wine director, Grill 23 , Boston “New Riff 6 Year Malted Rye is the clear choice. It’s made with 95 percent rye grain and offers notes of warm spice and citrus.

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VinePair

APRIL 7, 2025

Dayton Owens, master mixologist, Vintage Vino , Kissimmee, Fla. I want to see interesting mash bills put in sustainable barrels, trying out different woods, or using old wine barrels. The big issue with these bottles is that the average price is $75 or $100-plus, and bars have to charge $20 or more to pour them. Blantons , hands down!

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Chilled Magazine

JUNE 24, 2024

Photo by Annie Llew Sparkling Wine , Vermouth Pink Guava Aperol Spritz by Annie Llew - Lead Virtual Mixologist/@anniellew Ingredients 1 oz. Aperol Aperitivo (optional) Sparkling wine or Prosecco, to taste 1 oz. Red Wine Lychee Wine Slushy by Mix with Marie / @mixwithmarie Ingredients 1 cup GEN 7 Wines Noir de Noir Red Wine 4 oz.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Nearly two decades have passed since the first Charleston Wine + Food festival kicked off in South Carolina in 2005. Nineteen years and hundreds of popped bottles later, the 2024 iteration of the annual celebration, like the wine and spirits served to attendees every year, has only improved with age.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 14, 2023

But affordable and high quality don’t always go hand-in-hand — unless you’re The Prisoner Wine Company. Nestled in Napa Valley, The Prisoner Wine Company’s first bottle, The Prisoner, was released 20 years ago, and the label has since grown to produce some of the region’s most popular and intriguing red blends.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The new generation of bartenders draws inspiration from the distilled wine spirits timelessness, versatility and range to create Cognac cocktails, Velez says. Mixologists recognize Cognacs value as a specific flavor component and play with its different expressions and ages.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Mike Lam, head mixologist, The Bar Downstairs and Kitchen , NYC An Old Pal is a very underrated cocktail thats been around for a long time. Weve added a seasonal take on the Vieux Carr to the menu at The Bar Downstairs to spotlight this cocktail and offer something new to our customers palates.

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Chilled Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Arvani’s slightly sweet yet aromatic vanilla profile makes it versatile in cocktails, appealing to both mixologists and casual drinkers. tonic water 3 dashes orange bitters Orange slice for garnish Preparation Fill a wine glass with ice. Liqueur , Sparkling Wine Kir Royale Ingredients 1 oz. Stir and strain inta glass.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The holiday season is all about the sparkle, especially when it comes to wine, and especially on New Year’s Eve. Print Amanda’s Holiday Spritz Course Drinks Keyword apple brandy, cinnamon, Crop Meyer lemon vodka, sparkling wine, spiced pear liqueur Ingredients Makes 25 5-oz. Sparkling wine ¼ oz.

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Cheers

JUNE 12, 2024

Cloud Rooftop made with Strawberry and Lemongrass Grey Goose vodka, triple sec, simple syrup and lime juice; Pride pastries at Jake’s Coffeehouse and Paco & Lola “Pride” wine. Notes The mixologists at the Hyatt Centric Key West Resort & Spa created this recipe. Notes The mixologists at Chambord created this recipe.

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Australian Bartender

MAY 22, 2025

Curated by Sarath Nair, a mixologist with experience in Four Seasons bars globally this new collection is built around sensation and consciousness. A cherry blossom perfume mist, crafted in-house, floats above a mix of Jasmine Verte and wine, inviting you to inhale and smell the blended aromas before you sip.

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Cheers

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Notes The mixologists at Broken Shed created this recipe. Strain into a wine glass. Notes The mixologists at Vegas Baby created this recipe. Notes The mixologists at Queen Miami Beach created this recipe. Notes Mixologist Lee Corbett (@TheRogueBrusselSprout) created this recipe. Add the remaining ingredients.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 23, 2024

Danico Tucked behind a velvet curtain in an Italian trattoria, Danico is a suave speakeasy from restaurateur Julien Ross and French mixologist Nico de Soto. “I have to say, they also have a banging wine selection.” “To be ordered with the house hot dog, of course,” she says.

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Chilled Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Mixologists are judged on speed, originality, presentation and of course, taste. Although the menu is elevated, Anhelo’s staff are warm and friendly, helping to navigate the dazzling food options and 35-page wine menu, a Wine Spectator “Best of Excellence” award winner in 2022.

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Cheers

OCTOBER 2, 2024

This gin/white wine cocktail hails from Restaurant & Bar in Beaufort, SC. Strain into wine glass and add the 4 oz. of sauvignon slanc wine. Notes Amber Young, mixologist at Breakwater Restaurant & Bar in Beaufort, SC, created this recipe. Hendrick’s Gin 4 oz. Sauvignon blanc 1 oz.

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