PUNCH
MAY 6, 2024
Using homegrown heirloom sugarcane varieties, San Juan Artisan Distillers is part of a small group of producers challenging the imported molasses-based rums that have long dominated the island.
Imbibe Magazine
MAY 2, 2024
In 2017, Steven Liles—a career bartender then working at Smuggler’s Cove in San Francisco—was named Bartender of the Year as part of that year’s Imbibe 75. Liles, who passed away this week after a brief and sudden illness, was a bartender’s bartender. Behind the bar, he demonstrated the kind of chatty effortlessness mixed with technical proficiency that can only be developed over years of dedicated practice, and through a true love of the profession.
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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News
MAY 8, 2024
Howdy, friends — and happy Beer Label Wednesday. Premium Subscribers have a number of “firsts” behind the paywall, including a number of breweries I’ve not showcased in this email or even seen a label from before. Always fun when that happens. There are also not one but two interesting whiskey labels in here, one that’s very WTF and one made for a specific place in Chicago, but was bottled & blended in Wisconsin, and distilled in Indiana.
Guys Drinking Beer
MAY 6, 2024
We came, we saw, we drank -- here are our thoughts and some of our favorite beers from Beer Under Glass 2024 at Union Station. The post Beer Under Glass 2024: We Came, We Saw, We Drank. Here’s Our Recap appeared first on Guys Drinking Beer.
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Chilled Magazine
MAY 2, 2024
You don’t have to get dressed up for the Met Gala this year. From Mezzacorona’s ‘Romance in the Garden’ to Goslings ‘Black Beauty’, and The Omni Grove Park Inn’s ‘Garden of Time’ creations, you’ll be able to reawaken fashion with a taste of the avant-garde. Keep your pajamas on and join in on the celebration from the comfort of your own home with the 6 themed cocktails below!
VinePair
MAY 13, 2024
Despite periods of uncertainty , 2023 turned out to be a solid year for the craft brewing industry. The Brewers Association (BA) recently released its annual report detailing the state of craft brewing in the U.S. Last year, the number of craft operations reached an all-time high with a whopping 9,761 craft breweries, up from 9,552 in 2022. But despite there being over 200 more operational breweries last year, beer output shrank by about 1 million barrels year-over-year, with just 23.4 million b
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Imbibe Magazine
MAY 8, 2024
With its unique earthy qualities, sotol is a Mexican spirit that proves versatile as an ingredient. A new favorite for bartenders everywhere, sotol cocktails are the perfect next step for fans of mezcal-based recipes. Here are a few to try. Beatriz Sotol lends an earthy quality to a mix of elderflower liqueur and Cocchi Americano. Naked in the Desert A nod to Joaquín Simó’s Naked and Famous cocktail.
Just Drinks
MAY 14, 2024
The once-dynamic North American craft beer market is now stagnant. A lack of innovation in a sector awash with hazy IPAs has been blamed.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 17, 2024
We review Southern Star Paragon Bottled-In-Bond, a wheated bourbon distilled from 70% corn, 16% wheat, and 14% barley that’s been aged at least four years and bottled at 100 proof. (image via Southern Distilling Company) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Chilled Magazine
MAY 8, 2024
Not everyone has time for a Mother’s Day getaway to Italy. So, what not bring the Italy to mom? And no, we aren’t talking the usual Aperol Spritz or Negroni. From unique spritzes to vibrant elixirs served neat, these six cocktails will transport any mom to an idyllic Italian village overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, or a sea of rolling green hills decorated in cypress trees.
VinePair
MAY 14, 2024
Check out the best rosés from previous years here ! Every year, when the sun starts to emerge and the flowers start to bloom, there’s an undeniable urge to reach for a glass of rosé to toast the beginning of the season. When that feeling hits, we know it’s time for VinePair’s annual ranking of the best rosé wines. While rosé used to be the unrivaled summer beverage, in 2024 it’s going up against orange wines, chillable reds, and the infallible spritz.
PUNCH
MAY 17, 2024
9 Paloma cocktail recipes, which add everything from Campari to jalapeño to gochujang to the classic tequila drink.
Imbibe Magazine
MAY 17, 2024
It took me a minute to comfortably talk about terroir without feeling like a parody of myself or drinks writers everywhere. But it’s a really useful way to analyze what you taste. The beverage business is rife with convoluted corporate ownership structures, so determining whether what’s in my glass reflects the land, people, and culture that it came from helps me cut through the noise.
Just Drinks
MAY 13, 2024
The OIV wine trade 2023 report shows a concerning picture for the industry – production levels, exports and consumption are all down on 2022.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 7, 2024
We review Jeptha Creed Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon, aged at least four years and distilled from red bloody butcher corn (75%), malted rye (20%), and malted barley (5%). (image via Jeptha Creed) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Chilled Magazine
MAY 13, 2024
Beverage Manager J Adams created the “Rye Not?” cocktail, which is available at Rhubarb, the Appalachian-rooted, seasonally-focused restaurant located in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina. This is a whiskey lover’s dream with its harmonious taste profile of nutty pecan, spiced cherry, and mild chocolate overtones. Check out the recipe below.
VinePair
MAY 5, 2024
This may sound like a backhanded compliment, but while craft beer sales continue to slow, the situation isn’t nearly as grim as it was this time last year. According to Chicago-based media company Circana, for the 52 weeks leading up to Jan. 28, 2024, U.S. craft beer sales totalled $4.7 billion — a year-over-year decrease of 0.8 percent, with case sales down 4 percent.
PUNCH
MAY 17, 2024
As the bistro staple rises in popularity (and price), many sommeliers find themselves at a crossroads: Serve the beloved wine with a thorny reputation, or find alternatives to satisfy its fans.
Drinks International
MAY 14, 2024
Suntory Global Spirits (formerly Beam Suntory) has restored a further 80 hectares of peatland through its Peatland Water Sanctuary programme on the Scottish island of Islay.
Drinkhacker
MAY 16, 2024
Upon hearing “Never Say Die,” James Bond may be the first thing that comes to mind. However, I’d like to introduce you to the whiskey brand of the same name. It’s perfectly understandable if you’ve not yet heard of Never Say Die Kentucky Straight Rye, as until very recently, they’ve been exclusively an export brand for the United Kingdom.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 16, 2024
We review Southern Star Double Rye, a blend of two straight rye whiskeys finished in ex-bourbon barrels. (image via Southern Distilling Company) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way. North Carolina has long been known as a state with some of the strictest spirit laws.
Chilled Magazine
MAY 9, 2024
The Chilled 100 Bartenders celebrate creativity, heritage, and the art of mixology by crafting original cocktails made with Plymouth Gin. Gin Plymouth Sunrise by Teransc Phillip - Minneapolis, MN Ingredients 1 ½ oz Plymouth Gin ½ oz Marionberry Syrup (Portland Syrups) or sub any fruit pancake syrup ¼ ox 1:1 simple syrup ¾ oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice ¼ oz Pineapple Juice 2-3 dashes Cherry/Chocolate bitters Top with Soda Preparation Shake all ingredients but soda with ice.
VinePair
MAY 10, 2024
IPAs are still leading the charge in craft beer sales, but lagers , pilsners , and other more crushable styles are proving to be a breath of fresh air for beer enthusiasts who have grown weary of the seemingly never-ending haze craze. That said, these lighter styles — specifically American adjunct lagers — are the beers everyone loves to hate, despite their sweeping popularity.
PUNCH
MAY 13, 2024
These easy mezcal cocktail recipes, from a Margaritas to a Negroni, make use of the agave spirit and its smoky flavor profile.
Spiritz
MAY 14, 2024
When Bhagath Reddy, CEO and Founder, Comte De Grasse, decided to set off on his entrepreneurial journey in the world of spirits, he wanted it to be one-of-its-kind. This took him on an exploration. He eventually reached his destination in a region known as the world capital of fragrance, where he could mix the heady aromas and flavours to create distinctive products that would re-define luxury in gin and vodka.
Drinks International
MAY 15, 2024
Wiltshire-based distillery Ramsbury, known for its London Dry Gin and Estate Vodka, has begun preparations to release English whiskies.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 2, 2024
We review Hard Truth Bottled-In-Bond Wheated Bourbon, a 100-proof offering aged five years after being distilled from a mash bill of 69% corn, 19% wheat, and 12% malted barley. (image via Hard Truth Distilling) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Chilled Magazine
MAY 7, 2024
We Ask BCI’s Jean-Francois Bonneté about Maison Gabriel Boudier, Celebrating 150 Years of Excellence and Savoir Faire. Jean-Francois is the founder and president of BCI Bonnete Inc., who, with his wife and business partner, Nathalie, is known for leading the industry in terroir-driven brands. Talk to us about the history and heritage of the brand. The story of the House of Gabriel Boudier is primarily one of passion since 1874.
VinePair
MAY 9, 2024
Craft distilleries have grown and flourished for the better part of two decades, anchoring neighborhoods and drawing supporters in all 50 states. Their spirits have enriched and diversified cocktail bars and liquor stores, and the industry as a whole has reset consumer expectations for flavor and authenticity. But craft distilleries are in trouble. Founders are throwing in the towel; inventory and equipment are being sold off; and bottles that were once on shelves are disappearing.
PUNCH
MAY 2, 2024
Like Italy before it, Spain's drinking culture, from classic drinks to ingredients like sherry, has become a major influence on American bars.
Spiritz
MAY 9, 2024
Tanqueray N° Ten, crafted by Diageo, has secured the top spot in the esteemed Beverage Testing Institute's 2024 rankings with a stellar 98/100 score. It is named as the Best Gin of 2024 by the Beverage Testing Institute. Awarded the only platinum medal at the rankings, it reaffirms its position as the epitome of gin craftsmanship. With captivating aromas of candied orange zest, cinnamon, and tonka bean, and a palate boasting chamomile tea notes with a citrusy juniper kick, all perfectly bal
Mix That Drink
MAY 15, 2024
The Caramel Appletini uses two of our popular infusions, Jolly Ranchers Vodka and Salted Caramel Vodka. It's creamy and tastes just like a caramel apple.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 8, 2024
We review Heaven’s Door Exploration Series I Calvados Finish, a Tennessee bourbon finished inside freshly dumped Calvados brandy casks and medium-heavy toasted French oak staves. (image via Heaven’s Door) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies , this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Drinks International
MAY 8, 2024
BrewDog has announced that James Arrow, currently COO, will succeed James Watt as CEO of the company, as part of a succession plan put in place last year.
VinePair
MAY 1, 2024
May is Oregon Wine Month, and it’s a perfect time of year to explore the Pacific Northwest state, either in person or through your palate. While Oregon has long been a darling among Pinot Noir fans, this versatile state produces so much more, from effervescent bubblies to full-bodied Syrahs, often made from biodynamically grown grapes at small, family-run wineries.
PUNCH
MAY 8, 2024
These are the best and worst barstools at cocktail bars right now, from minimalist chairs to cushioned seats and everything in between.
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