Latest from Alcademics!
- Perfect the Gin & Tonic
I contributed the recipe for the Gin & Tonic in Jim Meehan's new book The Bartender's Pantry: A Beverage Handbook for the Universal Bar. I did so at his request, given my history writing about the cocktail. In the process of researching the recipe, I considered four gins, three tonics,...
- Photos from my Ice Diamond Classes at Portland Cocktail Week 2024
In October 2024 I gave three Ice Diamond cutting classes at Portland Cocktail Week. The classes were sponsored by the Campari Academy. I just noticed that the photos, taken by Josh Brasted, are up online. You can see the rest of them here.
- Ask Me About My Ice Program
I got a new shirt, thanks to Shawn Soole of Post Shift Podcast. Get your own shirt here.
- Agricole in Exile: A Peek at The Bar at Osito in San Francisco
I was invited in to the new Bar at Osito, the room to the left of the live fire restaurant Osito in San Francisco's Potrero Flats neighborhood. The bar is just a small room with concrete walls and a few two-top tables. There is also a plant. A small menu...
- Book Review: The Bourbon Drinker's Companion
I received a copy of The Bourbon Drinker's Companion: A Guide to American Distilleries, with Travel Advice, Folklore, and Tasting Notes by Colin Spoelman a few month ago and was planning to breeze through a quick read of it. [buy it on amazon][buy on bookshop] The plan for the quick...
Latest from Punch Magazine!
- Upgrade Your Next Round With Coffee Campari
Five easy infusions—from chile oil tequila to “limecello”—are key to better Negronis, Margaritas and more. The post Upgrade Your Next Round With Coffee Campari appeared first on PUNCH.
- Our Favorite Easy Cynar Cocktails
From an Argentinian modern classic to a bitter Mai Tai and more. The post Our Favorite Easy Cynar Cocktails appeared first on PUNCH.
- It’s Time to Bring Back These Underrated Classics
Revamped by today’s best bartenders, these overlooked gems—from New Orleans’ obscure Martini variation to a tequila aperitif—are ready for their close-up. The post It’s Time to Bring Back These Underrated Classics appeared first on PUNCH.
- Saffron Turns Any Freezer Martini Into a Festive Treat
Just a few strands of the spice is all it takes to put an earthy, golden spin on the classic. The post Saffron Turns Any Freezer Martini Into a Festive Treat appeared first on PUNCH.
- The Gifts Bartenders and Chefs Actually Want
Tools, gadgets and cookbooks recommended by the professionals. The post The Gifts Bartenders and Chefs Actually Want appeared first on PUNCH.
Latest from Chilled Magazine!
- Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Appoints David Gimpelson as CEO
Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic has announced that David Gimpelson has been named CEO. Gimpelson brings an impressive 20+-year career spanning the drinks industry to the global leader of the non-alcoholic spirits category. Gimpelson possesses a dynamic and results-driven approach in the beverage industry, with a specialty in brand development, international operations, and strategic leadership, having helped to [...] The post Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Appoints David Gimpelson as CEO appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
- Loews Hotels Unveils the Ultimate Festive Cocktails with a Zero-Proof and Low ABV Twist
It’s no secret that innovative and thoughtful cocktail culture is part of the Loews Hotels identity. With a portfolio of 25 upscale North American hotels, the brand has earned its place at the top by staying on-trend, creating the ultimate destination-driven programming, and prioritizing guest preferences. After all, the brand’s mantra is “welcoming you like [...] The post Loews Hotels Unveils the Ultimate Festive Cocktails with a Zero-Proof and Low ABV Twist appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
- Angostura Celebrates 200 Years of Bitters with New Premium Limited-Edition Bitters
ANGOSTURA® 200-Year Anniversary Limited-Edition bitters pairs globally influenced spices and herbs and ANGOSTURA® aged rum for the first time ever! World renowned for its bitters’ production, The House of Angostura Bitters is empowering bartenders and cocktail creators with the release of ANGOSTURA 200-Year Anniversary Limited-Edition bitters, available in limited quantities at select national and regional liquor chains. “The special release of ANGOSTURA 200-Year Anniversary [...] The post Angostura Celebrates 200 Years of Bitters with New Premium Limited-Edition Bitters appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
- 4 Must Mix Tito’s Vodka Cocktails for Fall
As the crisp autumn air rolls in and the leaves paint the world in beautiful colors of fall, we raise our glasses to our favorite seasonal flavors. Tito’s Handmade Vodka mixes some seasonal sippers including spiced apples, warm cinnamon, maple syrup and pumpkin. Whether you cozy up by a fire or hosing a festive gathering, [...] The post 4 Must Mix Tito’s Vodka Cocktails for Fall appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
- Chilled 100 Bartenders Create India-Inspired Cocktails using Smoke Lab Saffron Vodka
Smoke Lab Vodka partners with the Chilled 100 Bartenders to create exceptional cocktails using its latest expression, Smoke Lab Saffron Vodka along with its flagship Smoke Lab Vodka. This cocktail was inspired by the savory qualities of the anise and tarragon, lightened by lemon juice and chamomile and effervescent from the cava. The perfect [...] The post Chilled 100 Bartenders Create India-Inspired Cocktails using Smoke Lab Saffron Vodka appeared first on Chilled Magazine.
Latest from Bevvy!
- These Halloween Cocktails Are Scary Delicious
Enlist these 22 spooky Halloween recipes, whether you're hosting a party or just solo and thirsty. The post These Halloween Cocktails Are Scary Delicious appeared first on Bevvy.
- A First Look at WhistlePig The Boss Hog XI: The Juggernaut Rye Whiskey
WhistlePig Boss Hog XI: The Juggernaut is finished in Indian Thandai barrels. The post A First Look at WhistlePig The Boss Hog XI: The Juggernaut Rye Whiskey appeared first on Bevvy.
- Nikka Whisky Nine Decades Honors the Brand’s 90th Anniversary
This limited-edition blend features whiskies from each decade between the 1940s and the 2020s The post Nikka Whisky Nine Decades Honors the Brand’s 90th Anniversary appeared first on Bevvy.
- Fall Cocktails to Warm You Up As the Weather Drops
Fall cocktails and hot drinks to make all season long The post Fall Cocktails to Warm You Up As the Weather Drops appeared first on Bevvy.
- Bourbon Heritage Month Cheat Sheet
13 facts about National Bourbon Heritage Month and the quintessential American spirit it celebrates. The post Bourbon Heritage Month Cheat Sheet appeared first on Bevvy.