It’s hard to imagine living through a hot summer without a chilled pint of beer. But fuse beer with lemonade or lemon soda, another summer staple – and you could end up with a glass of the classic Shandy – a powerfully light, refreshing, low alcohol thirst quencher. Shandy – Origin Also known as ‘Panaché‘ …
There are beer drinkers and then there are serious beer drinkers. And serious beer drinkers cannot stop waxing eloquent about Belgian’s rich beer culture. From dubbels to lambics, Trappist-style ales to Flemish reds – this German country has certainly churned out such an impressive variety of original, unique, diverse beers, it is often touted the …
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Aged and then filtered, premium cristalino is making its way across the border as well. Here are the best bottles to seek out. About a decade ago, tequila makers Maestro Dobel and Don Julio were faced with rising agave prices and a dwindling demand for reposados and añejos. To create a more accessible expression, they …
Vodka, the crystal clear spirit known for being the chameleon of the alcohol aisle. Its ability to blend with almost anything makes it one of the most congenial liquors to have in your collection. Over the years, its reputation has grown from being the Eastern European ethanol marketed to moms in the ’50s to a …
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Did you know that the right glass can change your whole drinking experience? Here are the top seven glasses to choose from The shape and texture of glass are often fundamental to the sensory experience of a drink. And it’s not entirely because of aesthetics. A good whisky will disappoint when had in the wrong …
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Nothing incentivizes Americans quite like an ice-cold beer. New Jersey governor Phil Murphy seems to understand this. On Monday, Murphy unveiled the state’s “Shot and a Beer” program wherein New Jerseyans over the age of 21 who get their first Covid-19 vaccine shot in May will be able to take their vaccination card to a …
Spirits giant Diageo recently collaborated with glass manufacturer Encirc in a pilot project to create what’s said to be the lowest carbon footprint glass bottles ever produced for a Scotch whisky brand. Diageo and Encirc worked alongside industry research and technology body Glass Futures to create waste-based biofuel-powered furnaces to reduce the carbon footprint of …
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Changing preferences, social media and the popularity of different types of alcohols has inspired many celebrities to buy, co-own or associate with varied spirits. While some are open about their associations, others are more low-key. It’s possible you may have tried a celebrity-owned brand of alcohol without knowing it. So which ones from this list …
Professional fighter Conor McGregor will continue to promote Proper No. Twelve Irish whiskey after the brand was sold to Jose Cuervo owner Becle in a deal worth up to US$600 million. Becle confirmed it had purchased the remaining 51% stake in Eire Born Spirits (EBS), the company behind Proper No Twelve, during the publication of …
While many are scrambling to pull together their Cinco de Mayo celebrations this year, it’s important to not lose focus on what the holiday represents. Since 1862, Cinco de Mayo has commemorated the Mexican victory over an invading French army, and given millions a day to come together and celebrate Mexican culture and heritage. It …
I am not ahead of the curve when I say that the next big thing in the alcobev segment is, without a doubt, Tequila and mezcal. Don’t believe me? Ask The Rock, Kendall Jenner, or even George Clooney, who sold his Tequila brand Casamigos to Diageo in 2018 for a good chunk of change. But …
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For those that have ever tuned into a press conference over the last 12 months with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear you are accustomed to hearing the phrase, “Because of Covid…”. If one were to play a drinking game based on the phrase we suggest you stick with water rather than brown spirits or you will …
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“This is the perfect brand for me because it feels good,” says Jamie Foxx. “I wasn’t looking to find something high-end or unattainable. And sometimes those brands don’t even taste great.” The award-winning actor, who can currently be seen in Netflix’s Dad Stop Embarrassing Me, was answering my question about why he wasn’t following the …
Not every craft beer turns out to be perfect, and in some cases, messed-up batches have turned beers like New Glarus’s Serendipity or Lagunitas’s Lagunitas Sucks from happy accidents into beloved staples. But until now, there’s never been a case of a brewery intentionally brewing a bad beer. Enter New Belgium’s Torched Earth Ale. The …
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“There are many small things that individually don’t make much of a difference,” explains bartender Frank Cisneros of the Japanese approach, “but holistically they become something different.” One of the latest contributors to this trans-Pacific dialogue, Cisneros spent a year behind the bar at the Mandarin Oriental in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, before returning to New York …
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The Teeling crew paired 3 of their whiskies (Single Grain, Single Malt, Small Batch) with 3 chocolates from The Proper Chocolate Company (one from the Dominican Republic and two from Tanzania). TPCC produces single origin chocolate in Dublin, and all aspects of the company are managed by only two people! This wasn’t the only activity …
Independent company Bacardi has promoted Kerry Carr to its global leadership team to spearhead performance and revenue growth management worldwide. Carr currently acts as senior vice president global performance management at Bacardi. Her responsibilities will be extended to include revenue growth management and Bacardi enterprise services, in addition to her existing responsibilities of strategic projects, …
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Johnnie Walker has opened the doors to its new Highland Home visitor experience at Clynelish Distillery. Located in the Sutherland town of Brora on the famous North Coast 500 (NC500) scenic route, the transformed distillery adds a new attraction to the Highlands, as Scotland’s tourism sector prepares to reopen after the latest Covid-19 lockdown. Celebrating …
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Tesla Tequila briefly became available on the sustainable energy company’s website yesterday but sold out in a matter of minutes after the first-ever restock. After becoming available for the first time in November 2020, Tesla Tequila only took a few hours to disappear from availability. While shipments and deliveries began just before the Holiday Season, …
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Brandy is used in more classic cocktails than you might think. Unfortunately, many have been lost over time and are limited to the pages of old and worn out bartending guides. A small selection of the very best drinks, however, have survived the passing years and remain favourites of many a cocktail lover. These drinks …
