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ITALICUS Announces Global Winner Of AOI Aperitivo Challenge 2021-2022

ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto - the world’s most awarded Italian Aperitivo - has crowned Nathalie Wenko of Die Parfümerie Bar in Austria as the winner of its Art of ITALICUS Aperitivo Challenge winning the...
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Bartenders Offer Tips for Adding Smoke to Cocktails

By Elyse Glickman Smoke in cocktails and spirits isn't new. In fact, the roots can be traced far back to the origin of two key, smoky spirits—peaty Scotch whisky and mezcal from Oaxaca. The distinctive...
june 2022 bar business magazine

June 2022

The June 2022 issue of Bar Business Magazine features stories on bar books, outdoor spaces, smoked cocktails, bar management, bar business plans, international spirits, and more!
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Further Exploration of “Outer” Space

By Elyse Glickman Click here a checklist of safety considerations for outdoor dining areas.   This spring and summer, outdoor dining will once again be a lifestyle choice rather than a public health measure. If you’re going...
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A Safety Checklist for your Bar’s Outdoor Space

By Elyse Glickman To read our latest article on design for bars' outdoor spaces, click here.   Greg Bailey, Risk Control Representative at Society Insurance in Fond du Lac, Wis., offers valuable suggestions on keeping your bar's...
Courvoisier Mizunara cognac

Courvoisier Launches New Blend, Courvoisier Mizunara

Maison Courvoisier, the Most Awarded Cognac House*, introduces Courvoisier® Mizunara to the world, a truly revelatory blend to its range of expertly crafted and celebrated cognac which offers a complex and unique experience that...
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2022 Spirited Awards Top 4 Finalists Announced!

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) is honored to share this year’s Spirited Awards Digital Playbill and Top Four Finalists for the 16th annual Spirited Awards®, as the foundation continues to recognize the depth of...
Freya Estreller Future Gin

Q&A with Future Gin’s Freya Estreller

Future Gin was created by four women and longtime friends—Amy Atwood, Mary Bartlett, Freya Estreller, and Natasha Case—who wanted a spirit that represents everything they love about California, from its natural bounty to forward...
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Summer 2022 Cocktail Recipes

The official start of summer is Tuesday, June 21, but your bar has most likely already transitioned to refreshing sippers and summer flavors. If you need more inspiration for those summer cocktail menus, check...
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Skrewball Pride Cocktail Recipes

Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey’s Pride-themed cocktail and shot recipes are the perfect drinks to celebrate Pride all month long! In addition to making delicious rainbow-hued cocktails, the Skrewball team will participate in New York City’s...