PUNCH

MAY 14, 2025

Five cocktail recipes that deserve modern classic status in 2025, from a nonalcoholic Negroni to easy mezcal, bourbon and Scotch recipes.

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 14, 2025

If you arent entirely certain how to navigate all the terminology on German wine labels, youre not alone. Like many global regions, German wine classifications are governmentally regulated and geospecific. In Germany, winemakers use words like Prdikatswein , Trocken , Auslese , and more to denote quality as well as characteristics like dryness and ripeness.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 22, 2025

Hey, bartendersDont miss your shot to shake up sustainability and showcase your creativity! Today is your last chance to earn cash prizes including a grand prize trip to Nicaragua and $10,000 in cash! TODAY is the LAST DAY TO ENTER Chilleds Sustainable Cocktail Challenge sponsored by Flor de Caa Rum. Flor de Caa Rum is known for its commitment to eco-conscious practices.

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2025

Check out the best ross from previous years here ! Orange wines and chilled reds continue to challenge ros for a spot in the summer lineup, but we cant deny that the incumbent warm-weather wine continues to draw our attention with its ever-expanding range of styles. While the pale pink bottles from Provence that originally sparked the ros frenzy remain wildly popular, there are wines from around the world that offer something new and exciting for curious drinkers, from juicy co-ferments to savor

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Just Drinks

MAY 14, 2025

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 22, 2025

From Arctic island distilleries to Irn-Bru bottle samples, Andrew Smiths whisky journey has been anything but conventional. A practicing vet before co-founding Little Brown Dog Spirits Ltd in 2018, Andrew now spends his days selecting casks, managing maturation, blending, and designing releases for one of Scotlands most characterful independent bottlers.

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Drinks International

MAY 18, 2025

As far as bar collaborations go, it doesn’t get much bigger than this. The founders of number two and number three in The World’s 50 Best Bars, Lorenzo Antinori and Simone Caporale, have joined forces to launch Montana in Hong Kong.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 6, 2025

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2025

Premium tequila makes for an amazing food-pairing partner with a wide variety of dishes, something that has long been known in Mexico, where fans sip premium tequila either neat, in cocktails, or enjoyed alongside anything from casual fare to fine dining. And Tequila Ocho, with its emphasis on terroir and commitment to using only three simple ingredients, is an ideal option.

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Just Drinks

MAY 23, 2025

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 22, 2025

Credit: Loch Lomond Group Loch Lomond Group has acquired Brooklyn-based New York Distilling Company (NYDC) , marking the Scottish spirits producer’s first entry into the American whiskey market. The acquisition adds NYDC’s portfolio of spirits to Loch Lomond’s existing lineup, including the signature Jaywalk Rye Whiskey brand. This move follows the group’s recent announcement of a new distillery and visitor center in Luss , Dumbartonshire, Scotland, scheduled to open in J

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PUNCH

MAY 6, 2025

An easy classic gin cocktail, the Floradora, is back at Houston bar Julep. Here's how to make the refreshing raspberry-infused drink.

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Mix That Drink

MAY 22, 2025

You can make a Bramble cocktail at home! It features gin with crme de mre, lemon juice and simple syrup. You'll love this fruity cocktail recipe!

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 14, 2025

The tequila world is more complex than it seems. There are various styles including blanco, reposado, aejo, extra aejo, joven, cristalino, and even mixto. It would be easy to get overwhelmed by sifting through all the different types. While we could get into the definition of each of these types of tequila, today is all about blanco. Blanco tequila (also known as plata or silver tequila) is a designation for tequila that was either completely unaged or lightly aged for only a few weeks or months

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VinePair

MAY 22, 2025

Memorial Day Weekend is almost upon us, and many will celebrate the official start of summer with a lively outdoor barbecue. But as temperatures rise (particularly in the warmer areas of the United States), taking charge of the grill during an al fresco summer party is no small feat, and the grill maestro must be rewarded with refreshing beverages. At the same time, grilled and smoked dishes should be paired with drinks that highlight their savory, charred, and juicy characteristics, so cookout

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Just Drinks

MAY 14, 2025

Sentiment among Hispanic beer drinkers in the US, concerned about the economy and immigration policy, is improving, Constellation said.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 22, 2025

Youre standing in front of the whisky shelf, wallet light, expectations lower. Bells? Grouse? Something with a plastic cap and a name that sounds made up? Welcome to the world of budget blended scotch, where 20 buys you 700ml of hope, regret, or occasionally, a half-decent dram. This is your brutally honest guide to the best (and worst) cheap whiskies in the UK.

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PUNCH

MAY 6, 2025

From nurturing young talent to reducing waste behind the bar, Best New Bartender alums and leaders in the field weigh in.

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Drinkhacker

MAY 14, 2025

Opening in 2022 in Matthews, North Carolinaa suburb just southeast of CharlotteOaklore Distilling is rooted in a vision that began years earlier. Back in 2017, the founders took their first bold step by laying down barrels of whiskey in partnership with sister distilleries in both North Carolina and Kentucky. While the Kentucky source remains undisclosed, the North Carolina whiskey was distilled by Southern Distilling in Statesville, just 56 miles north.

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Chilled Magazine

MAY 6, 2025

At Three Dots and a Dash , Chicagos celebrated tropical cocktail bar, Beverage Director Kevin Beary takes fresh juice seriously. Before the first guest walks through the door, his team has already produced between 30 to 55 gallons of juice, squeezing everything from the classics like lime, lemon, and orange, to creative twists like Texas Red Grapefruit, cold press pineapple, ginger, clarified fresh strawberry and clarified fresh Banana juice.

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VinePair

MAY 1, 2025

Over almost 10 years of tasting and recommending tequilas at VinePair, weve watched the category grow and evolve, ultimately becoming one of the best-selling and most popular spirits in the U.S. Admittedly, that momentum is starting to slow down, coinciding with greater spirits and alcohol consumption trends. And tequila , specifically, is facing something of a reckoning: Are there too many celebrity brands?

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Just Drinks

MAY 6, 2025

The UK and India have signed a trade deal to slash tariffs on whisky, gin, soft drinks and some ingredients.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 1, 2025

Background image credit: Jo Hanley / OurWhisky Foundation Scotch whisky often seems like a much more expensive product compared to bourbon. While American whiskeys have certainly had their time in the premium spotlight, much of the culture around them remains proudly blue-collar, offering great quality whiskeys at 45% or 50% ABV from a wide range of brands.

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PUNCH

MAY 12, 2025

Punch's Best New Bartenders of 2025 will be announced in July. Here are the finalists, a group driving cocktail culture forward.

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Drinkhacker

MAY 22, 2025

Fosforo Mezcal is a one of a growing list of mezcal brands launched by famous people. But its founder isnt exactly your typical celebrity spirits backer. The mezcal was launched in 2022 by Jim Cramer, the animated former hedge fund manager famous for emphatic Booyahs and bizarre sound effects on his long-running financial advice show, Mad Money. Jim and his wife, Lisa Detwiler, caught the mezcal bug while vacationing at their home in Mexico.

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Mix That Drink

MAY 6, 2025

A balanced mix of Campari, Amaretto, and fresh orange juice creates the South Beach Cocktail, perfect for warm days and casual evenings.

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VinePair

MAY 22, 2025

Bitters are a key ingredient in some of the worlds most popular cocktails, from classics like the Old Fashioned and the Manhattan to lesser-known creations like the Queens Park Swizzle and the Bamboo. (Some still insist the ingredient is also essential to a proper Martini , though most modern iterations omit it.) Bitters are typically added in small quantities just a few dashes but add bright aromatics and offset the sweetness of the other ingredients, helping form a balanced, complex cocktail

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Just Drinks

MAY 14, 2025

Middle West Spirits has acquired fellow US distiller Old Elk Distillery to expand its footprint in the country.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 22, 2025

Credit: Milam & Greene Whiskey Milam & Greene Whiskey is releasing “The Answer” Straight Bourbon, a set of two bourbons that showcase the empirical differences between maturing in Kentucky and maturing in Texas. The side-by-side set allows bourbon lovers to directly compare the differing flavor profiles that can develop from different climate conditions.

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PUNCH

MAY 22, 2025

The Coronation, a low-proof Martini, may be the new bartender flex. Served at Fedora in New York, the cocktail stars vermouth and sherry.

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Australian Bartender

MAY 4, 2025

(Image: The Summit Brisbane) Brisbanes The Summit restaurant has reopened at Mt Coot-tha, following a multimillion-dollar transformation by the Mantle Group. The historic site has been reimagined into a dining and drinking destination, spearheaded by Godfrey Mantle, Mantle Group founder. With sweeping views across the city and out to Moreton Bay, the venue now offers a refined restaurant, vibrant outdoor verandah, and a sleek, design-led bar.

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Bevvy

MAY 22, 2025

Mix up these summery drinks for your Memorial Day parties and barbecues The post 21 Memorial Day Cocktail Recipes to Make at Home appeared first on Bevvy.

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2025

Located in the Aloxe-Corton commune in Burgundys Cte-dOr one will find Louis Latour, a historic winery established in 1797 by third-generation winegrower Jean Latour. Over the centuries, the Latour family has retained ownership of the winery and gradually expanded its vineyard holdings in some of the most prized Burgundian villages. Today, the winery owns approximately 120 acres of vineyards, roughly 67 of which are Grand Cru, making Louis Latour the largest holder of Grand Cru plots in all of B

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Mix That Drink

MAY 14, 2025

Gin, dry vermouth, and orange bitters make the Racquet Club cocktail a crisp, flavorful choice with easy garnish and snack pairings.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 23, 2025

Think youve seen every Jack Daniels bottle out there? Think again. Beyond the familiar black label of Old No. 7 lies a world of rare, regional, and quietly released expressions that even loyal fans may have missed. From export-only single barrels to maple-finished whiskies and holiday specials, Jack Daniels has a rich history of bottlings that rarely make it to mainstream shelves.

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