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We Run a Makeshift Bar Out of a Diner. Here’s How.

PUNCH

A new cocktail bar pop-up operating out of New York diner S&P makes it work with "luncheonette ice," food-inspired drink recipes and more.

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Montana: Inside Antinori x Caporale's new bar

Drinks International

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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Just 10 Days to Go: Vote Now for the 2025 Bar Awards

Australian Bartender

The countdown is on there are just 10 days left to cast your vote for the 2025 Bar Awards ! Each year, the Bar Awards celebrate the best of the best in the Australian hospitality scene from top-tier bars and standout bartenders to original cocktail programs and upcoming industry stars. This is your chance to recognise the talent and dedication that keep Australias bar culture world-class.

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Old Tony’s Redondo Beach Addresses Closing Rumors After 75 Years

PubClub

Waves crash on a small beach at the Redondo Beach Pier. Photo: PubClub.com Old Tony’s, as much of a landmark in Redondo Beach as the beach itself, has addressed rumors that it is closing this summer after 75 years of business. The restaurant and bar, which sits literally on top of breaking waves of the Pacific Ocean and once employed the Beach Boys as busboys, did this with one word, repeated time and time again in a YouTube video: no!

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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In the Dominican Republic, Summer Calls for a Santo Libre

PUNCH

The Santo Libre, a cocktail combining rum with 7UP or other lemon-lime soda, is a summer staple in the Dominican Republic.

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Ask a Mezcal Expert: Chef Juan Meza at Rosewood Baha Mar

Chilled Magazine

Chef Juan Meza, the Chef de Cuisine at Rosewood Baha Mar in Nassau, Bahamas, brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for Mexican flavors to the resorts culinary offerings, especially at the signature restaurant, Costa. With a rich background steeped in regional Mexican cuisine and a deep appreciation for agave spirits, Chef Meza seamlessly incorporates mezcal and tequila into his dishes and cocktails.

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This Week's New Beer Labels: Silo of DETH

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

Hi, friends! Happy Wednesday and Hail George Wendt. RIP to the Chicago native who reminded us weekly for years of the joy of the community you find at your Third Space. And the man who gave us our collective Sout’ Side uncle, Bob Swerski. You want a beer, Norm? It’s a big week for barrel-aged beer labels, and the biggest of them (volume-wise) definitely has to be… The New Illinois Beer Label of the Week: We’ve got a bunch of new BA beer labels to show you shortly, but rig

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The Kangaroo Is Not Just Any Vodka Martini

PUNCH

The Kangaroo cocktail, a vodka Martini, is todays it drink, popping up at bars across the country. Here's a recipe for the trendy drink.

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Raspberry Blanche Cooler

Chilled Magazine

Our Drink of the Week is the Raspberry Blanche Cooler made with Blanche ArmagnacA Timeless Spirit with a Modern Twist Looking for a fresh alternative to vodka, rum, or tequila? Meet Blanche Armagnac. Officially recognized as an A.O.C. (Appellation dOrigine Controlee) since 2005, this pure, unaged grape spirit from Gascony brings elegance and character to any cocktail.

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Sydney’s refined rooftop bar Joji, launches Social Saturdays and new menu offerings

Australian Bartender

This May, Sydneys refined rooftop bar Joji is entering a bold new chapter. With an expanded la carte menu, fresh sushi offering, live entertainment, and bottomless lunch on Saturdays, Joji continues to grow as one of Sydneys most vibrant drinking and dining experiences. The drinks menu, led by Head Bartender Ryoji Mori, celebrates classic Japanese flavours with a modern twist.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

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

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5 to Try: White Malbec

Imbibe Magazine

Malbec needs no introduction: The French grape with an expansive Argentine footprint is among the most popular red wines in the United States. The same cant yet be said for white Malbec, a still-emerging style that transforms those dark-hued grapes into something golden, citrus-scented, and best served with a chill. The process entails picking the fruit early in the season, when it contains lots of acidity, then pressing the grapes immediately with little to no skin contact.

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This Week's Beer News: How Much is BCS in HKD?

Guys Drinking Beer - Beer News

A New Goose Island taproom is apparently now open… … in Hong Kong. This spot hasn’t made it to the International Locations page on Goose’s website alongside Sao Paolo, Shanghai, Seoul and Toronto. That said, neither have the Dubai pubs either. More info is here , including a detail about the “Brewmaster’s Choice Flight” which serves up twelve different beers for $298 in Hong Kong currency (about $38 USD).

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Heaven Hill Releases 2025 Grain to Glass Bourbon and Launches Family Farms First Initiative

Chilled Magazine

Heaven Hill Distillery , Americas largest family-owned distillery, has launched the Family Farms First initiative in partnership with Farm Rescue to support family-owned farms. This announcement coincides with the release of the Second Edition of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a small-batch bourbon that reflects the distillerys dedication to family, quality, and craft.

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Ghanem Group reopens Hotel Boonah and introduces new craft brewery

Australian Bartender

Ghanem Group has reopend the heritage-listed Hotel Boonah following a restoration, and has launched a new craft brewery, Boonah Brewing Co, and beer garden which is now open to the public. For Ghanem Group Director – Adonis Ghanem, the revival is as much about community as it is about craft beer. To restore a property thats so important to locals, and add something truly new with Boonah Brewing Co, is something were incredibly passionate about, said Ghanem.

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Three Ways: Freezer Martini

Imbibe Magazine

The Freezer Martini concept is simple: Mix a Martini, including the water thatd normally be contributed from melting ice, then bottle it up and stick in the freezer until the perfect moment. While many bars and home bartenders turn to the batched preparation for its consistency and ease, the Freezer Martini also offers a cold, textural plushness that can gild the proverbial lily.

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Diageo eyeing “substantial” asset sales

Just Drinks

Diageo could make substantial changes to its product portfolio in the form of asset disposals, CFO Nik Jhangiani said today (19 May).

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8 Mindfulness Techniques for Hospitality Professionals Between Shifts

Chilled Magazine

Between long nights, fast-paced service and nonstop multitasking, your workday can quickly become a full-on sensory overload. Taking even a few quiet minutes between shifts can help you reset your nervous system and show up sharp for Round 2. These bite-sized mindfulness techniques consider your need to balance high energy with low time commitment. Box Breathing for a Shot of Calm This breathing technique regulates your breath and nervous system while instantly calming you.

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Centro 86 unveils bold new cocktail menu and weekly rare tequila series

Australian Bartender

Centro 86 has just launched an inventive new cocktail list and weekly tequila special that puts global flavours and rare spirits in the spotlight. The new cocktail menu, Viendo Doble (“seeing double”), reimagines classic drinks by pairing them with ingredients from different corners of the world. Highlights include an Amaretto Sour blending Italian amaretto with Japanese umeshu, a smoky Old Fashioned made with Islay whisky and mezcal, and a mango-forward Fizz, featuring mango sake an

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Taste Test: California Gins

Imbibe Magazine

Historically, juniper-forward London dry gin has long been the hallmark of the spirits category. But more than 5,000 miles away from that styles namesake birthplace, distillers in California have been crafting gins that emphasize the states diverse landscapes, from sunny, citrus-laden SoCal to the rugged and shrubby Central Coast and the dense forests up north.

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A World Beer Cup ESB Gold for Sierra Nevada Pale Ale? We’re as Confused as You Are.

VinePair

When the World Beer Cup announced its list of winners earlier this month, the beer industry had plenty to talk about. Among the kudos for the medalists at the big international competition, as well as the commiserations for those who didnt make the cut, brewers and beer insiders couldnt help noticing that one award seemed a little strange. The fact that Sierra Nevada Pale Ale had won another Gold Medal wasnt weird for many Americans, that beer has practically defined good beer and great pale al

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The Chilled 100 Bartenders Create Haitian-Inspired Cocktails using Rhum Barbancourt

Chilled Magazine

The Chilled 100 Bartenders have teamed up with the legendary Rhum Barbancourt to craft standout cocktails that celebrate the spirits rich Haitian heritage and versatile flavor. From bold, tropical riffs to spirit-forward sips, each cocktail shows the depth and elegance of Rhum Barbancourt through the lens of our top bartenders. Give them a mix! The idea of this drink is to complement the flavors and spice of Haitian food by being herbaceous and refreshing.

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Classic Amaretto Sour Recipe

Mix That Drink

The flavors of bourbon, lemon juice and almond make the Amaretto Sour recipe so good. And it's so easy for home bartenders to make an Amaretto Sour cocktail.

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Diageo embarks on $500m of cost cuts

Just Drinks

Diageo is looking to save around $500m in costs over the next three years as part of the drinks giants effort to become more agile and resilient.

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Islay’s Bruichladdich Distillery Stars in Global B Corp Film Series

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Bruichladdich Bruichladdich Distillery has been featured in a new global film series, highlighting its sustainability efforts. The distillery is the only spirits producer featured in the series, which spotlights businesses making significant environmental and social impacts. The seven-minute documentary, presented by B Lab Global and produced by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions, offers viewers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how this remote Hebridean distillery is setting sustainab

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Chillin’ With James Sunshine

Chilled Magazine

After graduating valedictorian from film school, James Sunshine arrived in L.A. with no job, no car, and an overdrawn bank accountbut quickly began building his career from the ground up. Photos by Wes Klain He cut his teeth in reality TV as a longtime story producer on hit shows like Big Brother and Hells Kitchen, before pivoting to indie film. During the height of the 2020 lockdowns, he wrote, directed, and edited his debut feature Coronavirus Conspiracya Lionsgate-distributed satire that beca

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The Number of Calories in Every Popular Beer

VinePair

Theres a widespread misconception that beer is more fattening than other alcoholic beverages. Pretty much everyone is familiar with the term beer belly, but bourbon belly or Beaujolais belly havent entered the lexicon of American slang. Sure, beer is typically consumed in larger quantities than other types of booze, and its carbonation can lead to bloating, but both spirits and wine are more calorically dense than virtually any brew out there.

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Systm Foods appoints Elizabeth Stephenson as new CEO 

Just Drinks

US drinks company Systm Foods has appointed Elizabeth Stephenson, a former executive at The Wonderful Company, as its new CEO.

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Review: Star Hill Farm American Wheat Whisky 2025

Drinkhacker

If you don’t think you know Star Hill Farm, you do: It’s the parent company of Maker’s Mark, which isn’t just well-known for its use of red wax to top its bottles. It’s also (probably) the best-selling wheat-recipe bourbon in the world. Wheated bourbon is still over 50% corn — Maker’s is 70% corn and 16% wheat, the rest barley.

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Isle of Raasay and Arbikie Collaborate on Exclusive Farm-to-Bottle Whisky

The Whiskey Wash

Credit: Isle of Raasay Distillery Isle of Raasay Distillery has unveiled a unique limited-edition whisky collaboration with Arbikie Distillery , marking a six-year journey from field to bottle. Announced on World Whisky Day 2025, the ‘Made with Arbikie barley’ expression showcases the partnership between two Scottish distilleries. “The release is the culmination of years of work that began as a conversation between co-founders of two very different distilleries, but with a shar

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Cakebread Changed My Mind About My Home-State Wines

VinePair

I grew up near Napa Valley in California, and Ive bopped around the wineries and vineyards there alongside my parents for as long as I can remember. Seeing the magic of winemaking, the blending of art and science, and the lifestyle of a glass of wine among friends inspired me to become a wine writer. I still love visiting today. But heres the kicker: Ive never been an outspoken proponent of the wines.

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Chobani acquires US frozen-foods maker Daily Harvest

Just Drinks

US-based yoghurt and creamers maker Chobani has bought local frozen-foods business Daily Harvest.

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Review: Remus Master Distiller Experimental Series No. 1

Drinkhacker

Ross & Squibb Master Distiller Ian Stirsman has already proven he knows how to blend a great bourbon ( Repeal Reserve being a particular favorite), but he hasnt had the chance to really innovate much in Lawrenceburg. That appears to be changing now with the launch of a new experimental series from the distillery that will reportedly explore different grains, recipes, and maturation techniques.

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Scotch Whisky Review: The Glenturret 12 Year Old 2024 Release

The Whiskey Wash

The 2024 edition of The Glenturret 12 Year Old core range expression, matured in American and European oak, with influences from both oloroso and Pedro Ximnez seasoned casks.

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The Tender Art of Slow-Simmering

Advanced Mixology

Time and patience are overlooked ingredients that lead to mouthwatering dishes that burst with flavor. Like an aged and refined spirit, slow-simmered meals take advantage of the lengthy process to create depths of flavor a foodie might miss. Lets explore some of the best slow-simmering recipes here! Source: Pixabay @ RitaE Like aged cocktails, slow-cooked dishes become more robust and satisfying and slow simmering.

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Italy wine trade body sounds export warning

Just Drinks

Italys wine exporters need to focus on consumer behaviour, not just on customs data, the countrys industry body has warned.

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