PUNCH

JULY 12, 2024

With Evil Malört, one bartender is making the polarizing, Chicago-born liqueur worse with ingredients like cuttlefish ink and peppers.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

To celebrate the arrival of the sunny season, SMOKE LAB Vodka is serving up a menu of original and refreshing cocktail recipes, ripe with the flavors of summer, that pair beautifully with the distinct Indian flavor inspired SMOKE LAB Vodka profiles including SMOKE LAB Saffron, SMOKE LAB Aniseed, and SMOKE LAB Classic. 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.

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Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

JULY 19, 2024

A few notable things as we head into the weekend… We shared a few brief updates about this previously, but is/was brewing took to Reddit recently to confirm that they’re opening a taproom later this summer. That taproom will be located at 5121 N. Ravenswood, aka the former home of Urban Brew Labs and Metropolitan Brewing. It’s only midsummer but we’re already thinking about Black Friday.

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Booze Business

JULY 9, 2024

The U.S. is currently in a period of transformation, with widespread shifts in most businesses. The alcohol industry stands out as it undergoes changes that are not only fundamental but also unique, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and shifting demographics. Here is a close look at the key factors affecting the industry.

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Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

Imbibe Magazine

JULY 14, 2024

The bracing combination of blanco tequila, fresh lime, and Topo Chico has sated West Texas ranchers and the people who drink with them for generations. In recent years, the refresher gained national prominence and inspired inventive riffs at bars and restaurants across the country. From green tea infusions to chili-spiked sotol variations, here are three next-gen Ranch Waters to take for a spin.

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Spiritz

JULY 25, 2024

Sazerac, one of the largest spirits companies in the US, has signed an exclusive import and distribution agreement with Dhall Foods and Beverages Pvt. Ltd. for all India Duty Free, diplomatic sales and travel retail supplies. The core range of Sazerac includes brands like Buffalo Trace Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey, Sazerac Rye Straight Rye Whiskey, 1792 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Eagle Rare Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Southern Comfort Original Whiskey, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, Paddy&

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 17, 2024

Summer is a great time for lighter, refreshing beers. And while it’s tough to beat the appeal of a classic pilsner or hoppy, piney IPA, one of the best choices for the summer months is a refreshing, balanced wheat beer. In the most basic sense, a wheat beer is a top-fermented beer that’s made with a higher percentage of wheat as opposed to the usual barley.

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 24, 2024

We review Hard Truth MWC Farmer’s Reserve, a blend of Hard Truth’s Chocolate Malt Rye and Sweet Mash Bourbon, which has then been rested on toasted Amburana. (image via Hard Truth) 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.

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VinePair

JULY 17, 2024

At Benziger Family Winery, “family” is taken to heart. Today’s guest, brand ambassador Chris Benziger, is the youngest of seven. Four brothers, two sisters, 19 nieces and nephews: “It was my dad’s idea of cheap labor, I guess,” Benziger says, laughing. “Or nepotism run amok.” For the Benzigers, working in the drinks industry seems like destiny. With an “honest to God” bootlegger grandfather, importer father, and wine-loving older brother, it’s no wonder they established one of Sonoma County’s p

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 24, 2024

Welcome to On the Menu, where we explore what makes a bar’s menu unique, intriguing, and all-around delicious. When Grand Army opened in Brooklyn in 2015, the aim was to be a welcoming neighborhood bar that simply felt like an extension of a friend’s living room. That is, if your friends regularly shuck raw oysters and serve a cheeky lineup of well-made cocktails.

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Spiritz

JULY 12, 2024

A unique rum travel platform has ushered in a new era on World Rum Day that will help rum lovers to not only explore rum producing distilleries but also throw open the doors to interesting travel itineraries. Armchair travel has been around for a long time for those who may not actually take a train, plane, boat or bus and yet explore the world. And then there is Lonely Planet for those who actually want to pack their bags and set off on adventures, either taking the path well-travelled or takin

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PUNCH

JULY 8, 2024

From the cradle of the Daiquiri to a New Orleans stalwart, these are 10 historic bars that still inspire modern drink culture.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 21, 2024

The Pornstar Martini is making a strong comeback as the must-try cocktail of Summer 2024! This cocktail is known for its eye-catching design, raunchy name, and delicious flavor combination. It is typically served with a splash of champagne or a champagne shooter and provides a unique drinking experience. Absolut Vanilla Vodka and Passoa Liqueur offer a rich, fruity base, with passion fruit puree adding a tropical twist.

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Drinkhacker

JULY 23, 2024

Joseph Magnus’s Murray Hill Club Special Release (aka MHC-SR) line got its start back in 2017, and the company has been trickling out editions ever since. Drew last reviewed the whiskey in 2020. Now, in 2024, a new edition is finally available — only the fourth in the series, all designed to explore the combined power of smart sourcing, meticulous blending, and a shrewd use of finishing casks.

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VinePair

JULY 24, 2024

There’s a dizzying number of tequilas on the market but only one brand is making a case for Mexico’s flagship spirit as a fragrance. On Wednesday, luxury lifestyle brand Maison Solís made its first foray into the eau de parfum space with a line of three tequila-inspired scents: Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo. Spirits industry veteran Joseph D. Solís sought to dissect and rebuild the essence of the agave spirit with the help of African American fragrance consultant and sommelier-turned-perfumer Etha

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 22, 2024

Indicative of the sheer popularity of the Paloma cocktail , sparkling grapefruit has become nearly as essential a mixer as club soda. Fortunately, a bevy of brands offer high-quality versions that pack the bittersweet punch of the citrus with a flavor and fizz that stand up in mixed drinks. Because what says summer more than a little sweet, a little tart, and a little sparkle?

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Spiritz

JULY 26, 2024

Radisson Gurugram Sector 29 acknowledged and celebrated a shining achievement of Bar Manager Vir Singh at the AHP Hospitality Challenge 2024. Vir Singh won the gold medal at the War of Spirits – 2024, which was held at the Airforce Auditorium in New Delhi, on 25 th July 2024. War of Spirits was one of the four unique competitions conducted at the seventh edition of the AHP Hospitality Challenge 2024, organised by the Association of Hospitality Professionals (AHP).

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PUNCH

JULY 9, 2024

In the hands of a skilled bartender, drinks inspired by culinary dishes can be transcendent. But is the ubiquity of this trend flattening creativity into clickbait?

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

What better way to enhance your Independence Day celebrations than with a delicious blend of tastes as dazzling as the fireworks that light up the night sky? Check out the 4 recipes below, each from craft distillers, that are ideal for any event you find yourself at! This prohibition era cocktail really is the ‘bee’s knees’ and a super simple way to add a spring in your step!

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Drinkhacker

JULY 17, 2024

Our friends at New Orleans’ Cocktail & Sons are known for their syrup mixers, and now the company is branching out into bitters — under the “Max Bitter” brand name. Today we’re looking at the latest cocktail sweetener from the operation, plus its three inaugural bitters offerings. Cocktail & Sons Tonic #15 – Made with bitter herbs and spices, citrus, baking spices, and peppercorns.

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VinePair

JULY 22, 2024

For many people, a hearty cup (or pot) of coffee is a necessary part of their daily routine. And while prices at the local bodega, artisanal café, or Starbucks drive-thru might have been negligible a few years ago, a flurry of economic factors (read: inflation, supply chain issues) has made that morning coffee shop-stop seem more like an indulgence than a necessity.

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Just Drinks

JULY 25, 2024

An explosion at Becle's Casa Cuervo Tequila distillery in the town of Tequila, Mexico has claimed six lives.

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Spiritz

JULY 19, 2024

Diageo’s Don Julio 1942 tequila has partnered with Ibiza's Pacha nightclub to host Flower Party nights, featuring special pop-ups at airports across Europe. Travellers at London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Madrid, and Ibiza airports can sample Don Julio 1942 tequila at tasting bars. As part of the celebration, Don Julio has collaborated with DJ Love Foxy to create a special Spotify playlist.

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PUNCH

JULY 17, 2024

Studied nonchalance and normcore are defining the modern cocktail bar aesthetic, from Room for Improvement to Gilly's House of Cocktails.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 15, 2024

An expert in cocktail craftsmanship with extensive whiskey knowledge, Tony Arnone has over a decade of bartending experience. Arnone serves as the lead mixologist at The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. He leads whiskey tastings and crafts whiskey-based cocktails for the popular speakeasy. Starting as a flair bartender, Arnone has traveled the world, creating nearly 50 different cocktail menus in countries such as Thailand, China, and the Philippines.

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Drinkhacker

JULY 19, 2024

Two big new releases from Utah’s High West, starting with its first bonded whiskey ever, a recognition of its (slow but) steady transition to in-house distillate. 2024’s annual drop of Bourye is also in the review lineup, and it too has a bit of High West’s own whiskey in store for us this year… but plenty of juice from other parts of the country, too.

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VinePair

JULY 3, 2024

If there’s one guiding law IPA devotees are taught at the beginning of their craft beer journey, it’s to drink their hazies fresh. For many, checking the canned-on dates on the bottom of IPAs is standard practice, and some are quick to pass up an otherwise automatic purchase if it’s more than a few weeks old. But one thing these breweries haven’t defined is what “fresh” really means.

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 25, 2024

We review A. Overholt Straight Rye, distilled from the same mashbill Overholt founder Abraham Overholt used in 1810 – 80% rye grain and 20% soft malted barley. (image via Suntory) 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.

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Spiritz

JULY 22, 2024

The Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) has announced its 10th Anniversary Celebration, -- "A Decade of Excellence, Empowerment, and Employment," which is scheduled to be held on 1st August 2024, at India Habitat Centre. This event marks a significant chapter in THSC's journey, showcasing its remarkable achievements and substantial impact on the tourism and hospitality sector over the past decade.

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PUNCH

JULY 18, 2024

Craft beer breweries once looked down on Budweiser and Coors for using rice in their beers. Today, craft rice lager is trending. Here's why.

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Chilled Magazine

JULY 24, 2024

Get the salt & limes ready! It’s National Tequila Day! Tina Heath-Schuttenberg, co-owner of downtown Charleston dining destination, Beautiful South, has shared with us a unique tequila cocktail to enjoy. “If you like Mezcal with a pinky up, you’ll love this one,” says Heath-Schuttenberg. See below for the full recipe! Liqueur , Tequila Milk Punch Ingredients 24 oz.

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Drinks International

JULY 11, 2024

French drinks group Pernod Ricard has announced the formation of a global brand company, North American Distillers (NADL), which will house it American whiskey portfolio.

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VinePair

JULY 11, 2024

A classic Martini carries several cues that convey sophistication and elegance. The timeless angular glass. The glassy liquid. The garnish’s pop of color. But behind the scenes, all these enticing little details stem from something unseen by guests as they sip the drink with pinkies extended: the bar’s cash flow. The cost of the glassware, the price of the liquor, the wage paid to the person that kept the glass cold until the last possible moment and built the drink: these are the elements that

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Just Drinks

JULY 24, 2024

US wine group Vintage Wine Estates has filed for bankruptcy under chapter 11 and is to voluntarily delist its common stock.

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Spiritz

JULY 23, 2024

Effingut, a trailblazer in India's craft brewing industry, has announced the release of its renowned craft beers in cans. Founded over a decade ago by Manu Gulati, Effingut has expanded from a modest brewpub in KP, Pune, to a national brand with 11 outlets, including 4 brewpubs, 2 bistros, and 5 E2Go locations. Known for its brewing excellence and innovation, Effingut’s new venture into canned beers aligns with its mission to make craft beer a staple for all occasions.

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PUNCH

JULY 12, 2024

The rum’s robust molasses character adds richness to tropical classics and balance to challenging bitter and herbal flavors.

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