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South Melbourne’s The George reopens after major revamp, with new owners

Australian Bartender

South Melbournes iconic pub, The George, has undergone a transformation with new owner, Scott Connolly, overseeing a major refurbishment. Image: Scott Connolly) South Melbournes iconic pub, The George, has undergone a transformation with new owner, Scott Connolly, overseeing a major refurbishment.

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BRITS TO POUR £500M INTO PUBS AND BARS OVER FA CUP FINALS WEEKEND

Bar Magazine

Britains pubs are preparing for a bumper FA Cup Finals weekend, with up to 14 million people expected to hit the bars across the country and spend an estimated 507m. Whats more, 40% of people said they are more likely to go to a pub or bar to watch the Emirates FA Cup final than they would be for a normal league game.

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Beer & wine will be pouring in UP without full bar licence

Spiritz

Café hoppers in select cities of Uttar Pradesh will soon have the option of ordering a beer or wine with their meal. According to the new UP excise policy for 2025-26, low-alcohol bars — which serve only beer and wine — will pop up in Noida, Ghaziabad, Agra and Lucknow.

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Futures Editorial: A Social Prescription – Leaning On Our Leaders

Tales of the Cocktail

Can we teach loudly by welcoming guests into the process of creating with one another across platforms and channels (food, sport, wine, etc.) Create a signature drink for your home bringing people together with one another, your personal equivalent of The Honey Deuce for the U.S. Open or the Mint Julep for the Derby.

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What Is Zebra Striping? A Catchy New Way to Drink In Moderation

VinePair

People almost do a second take on the term when they hear it for the first time, explains Luke Boase, founder of Lucky Saint non-alcoholic beer and The Lucky Saint Pub in London. Its also a rather terrific conversation starter. But theyre also usually intrigued by the term. And it is a catchy term, which I think is a good thing.

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Moondog Craft Brewery opens Moondog Beach Club in Frankston

Australian Bartender

Moondog Beach Club serves an array of signature Moondog beers, seltzers, and ready-to-drink options, alongside wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages. The food menu features a range of surf and turf options, as well as pub classics such as fish and chips, burgers, seafood towers, and a selection of entrees.

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We Asked 8 Bartenders: What’s the Most Overrated Bourbon? (2025)

VinePair

Matt Hayes, general manager, Lotties Pub , Chicago There is a lack of new innovation in the category. I want to see interesting mash bills put in sustainable barrels, trying out different woods, or using old wine barrels. Tony Goodman, bar manager, Madrina , Webster Groves, Mo. Give me a Woodford Reserve instead.

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