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The Black Negroni is a darker, moodier variation on the classic cocktail

There's one negroni variation which even a purist like me has found space in my heart for, and it's a dark and moody take called a black negroni.
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A bourbon inspired by a baseball legend Babe Ruth

A new release from Indiana distillery Remus Bourbon celebrates one of American sports' most iconic figures: Babe Ruth.
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Buffalo Trace’s oldest Eagle Rare bourbon is up for auction

Last year, Buffalo Trace released the oldest expression of its Eagle Rare bourbon, in a batch of just 200 bottles. Now, there's an even rarer version.
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Aperol isn’t only for spritzes — try an Aperol Mist

With its distinctive orange color and crowd-pleasing flavors, Aperol is everywhere in the summer. Here's an Aperol cocktail for the beer lovers out there.
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This nature-inspired whisky is literally a work of art

Many of us spirits enthusiasts would argue that drinks can be art, but a new release from Scottish whisky brand Glenmorangie takes this idea to the next level.
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A rye whiskey aged using wooden staves for sustainable distilling

A new rye whiskey from Bespoken Spirits is hitting the market, known as The Epic.
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Celebrate the start of summer with this brandy punch

If you have some brandy and you're wondering what else you can do with it, then the brand Argonaut Brandy has some suggestions for summer cocktails.
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Taste a devil and an angel on each shoulder with this pair of tequilas

The brand Tequila Cayéya is now releasing a new Añejo Cristalino tequila, and this one is part of a paired set with an angels and devils theme.
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Cask finishing isn’t only for whiskey, as this new gin release shows

While you might think of cask finishing as something primarily used for bourbons and other whiskeys, the same principle can be applied to other spirits too.
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Toast the changing seasons with this new summer solstice gin

The latest gin inspired by experimenting with local ingredients is Tamworth Garden Summer Solstice Gin out of Tamworth Distilling in New Hampshire.
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The results from the 2024 International Whisky Competition are in

The recent 2024 International Whisky Competition has just announced its results for this year.
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Love an Aperol Spritz? Try out these spritz alternatives

A spritz is just a mixed drink made with sparkling wine, a dash of water, and any kind of liqueur or amaro to add complexity and interest. Here are some ideas.
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Celebrate National Daiquiri Day by enjoying this classic rum cocktail

Today, June 19, is the lesser known holiday of National Daiquiri Day.
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This cognac is 100 years old and is a collector’s dream centerpiece

A unique cognac is coming to the market: a 100 year old aged offering from Hermitage Cognac.
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Classic Ukrainian brand Mikolasch Vodka is getting relaunched

Swiss company Origen X Group is a relaunching Mikolasch Vodka, a Ukrainian brand that began in 1842.
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Ramsbury Distillery debuts a lemon balm gin

A new gin is available for summer, as the Ramsbury Distillery out the the UK is creating a lemon balm-flavored spirit.
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Which state makes the best bourbon – Kentucky or Tennessee?

The Heaven's Door spirit brand is stirring up a fun debate over which state produces the best bourbon, by creating a pair of bourbons -- one from each state.
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Black Tot rum shares details of its new 2024 release

Black Tot Rum, a brand based in London, has announced the details of its latest limited release -- a Master Blender's Reserve for 2024.
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It’s summer, so make yourself a sunflower cocktail

For the summer, one delightful but lesser-known variation on the Corpse Reviver No. 2 is the Sunflower.
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A new premium rum blended from rums from the Caribbean and Latin America

A new premium rum is being released, backed by Eric Winter -- the actor  starring on ABC's The Rookie.
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Coors Light cooling jersey combines the twin passions of soccer and beer

With summer soccer on the horizon for this season, Coors Light is coming out with another sports-themed promo item.
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Prosecco granita is the base for your new favorite summer cocktail

How to make barely-frozen prosecco ice that's perfect for summer sipping, and is the basis for endless slushy cocktails.
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Lost Lantern’s summer releases show off the diversity of bourbon

Lost Lantern isn't a distillery itself but rather a bottler, taking bourbons from across the U.S. and bottling or blending them to share in releases.
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Find bars specializing in alcohol-free cocktails with this search engine

Whether you're doing a dry month, you're off alcohol altogether, or you fancy trying something new, visiting a bar specializing in mocktails can be eye opening.
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Sip in style with these cocktails for National Bourbon Day

Today, June 14, is National Bourbon Day, a celebration of that quintessentially American spirit.
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Russell’s Reserve has a 15 year old bourbon limited release coming out

The 15-Year-Old 2024 Limited Release comes in at a proof of 117, and this high proof helps to carry its flavors of dried fruits, caramel, coffee, and dark oak.
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This unusual bourbon is finished in rosé wine casks

Penelope Bourbon is debuting its Rosé Cask Finish, available now, which is aged in Grenache rosé wine casks from the Southern Rhône region of France.
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Spicy ‘Hot Ones’ vodka is a thing that exists now

A collaboration between the show Hot Ones and New Amsterdam Vodka is creating a chili-infused spirit to show off the rich, fruity, funky flavors of hot chilies.
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The best selling spirits of 2023 aren’t what you’d expect

If you were asked to name the best-selling spirits in the world, what might you choose?
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A Victorian glasshouse inspired these luxury Scotch whiskies

Another high-end whisky release is on the horizon, with Scotch distillery The Glen Grant releasing three new expressions as part of its Glasshouse Collection.
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The best espresso martinis aren’t made with vodka

Here's a hot take for today: the best espresso martini recipe doesn't contain any vodka.
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Founders Brewing’s non-alcoholic hop water is rolling out across the U.S.

The hop water trend has seen releases from big craft beer brands in recent years, including the Hoppy Mood from Founders Brewing Co.
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Grab a bottle of Old Forester President’s Choice before it’s too late

Popular whisky brand Old Forester is coming out with a new release of its rarest expression, President's Choice.
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Grab some pastis and try a Mauresque cocktail

Pick up a bottle of the French anise spirit pastis and mix it with orgeat to create a delicious Mauresque cocktail.
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These new whiskies from Chivas Brothers can only be found in duty free

Two new whisky collections from Chivas Brothers are on their way, but you'll need to check your local airport next time you're flying.
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Dogfish Head and Northern Monk are collabing for a trans-Atlantic rye IPA

Iconic U.S. craft brewery Dogfish Head is collaborating with hip British brewery Northern Monk to create a rye session IPA.
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Raise a glass for World Gin Day

Tomorrow, Saturday June 8, is World Gin Day, so what better excuse to kick back on a lazy afternoon and enjoy a gin cocktail?
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This historian is auctioning off his rare whiskey collection

Who better to collect historical rare whiskies than a trained historian? The collection of historian Paul S. Hirsch is now going up for auction.
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This unique reposado tequila is aged in two types of cask

The brand Mayenda has released a tequila aged using two different types of cask for a complex flavor, the Mayenda Reposado Double Cask.
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Highland Park offers a new cask-strength whisky that promises complex flavors

Highly regarded whisky brand Highland Park, the northernmost distillery in Scotland, is coming out with another desirable release in its cask-strength series.
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Everyone loves a Manhattan — but you should try it with rum

Like all good cocktails, the Manhattan is open to variations - and you should try ditching the whiskey and replacing it with rum instead.
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Check out these 3 award-winning rums out of Puerto Rico from new brand Sonrisa

Today sees the launch of a new spirit from Puerto Rico: Sonrisa, offering three styles of rum.
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This summer’s most refreshing cocktail is the Lillet Spritz

Now that the days are getting longer and the evenings warmer, it's time to enjoy the pleasures of a refreshing summer drink.
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Legendary distillery House of Suntory releases 4 new Japanese whiskies

Japanese whisky is all the rage right now, and brands like the House of Suntory are bringing a taste of Japan's finest spirits to the world.
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Don Julio will auction off 5 unusual cask-finished tequilas

Popular tequila brand Don Julio will be auctioning off an unusual set of five tequilas, each finished in a different cask.
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Get an AI cocktail recommendation using this new site

If you're looking for a cocktail recommendation with a twist, then a new website from spirits behemoth Diageo offers cocktails recommendations based on AI.
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Here are the finest scotches of the year, according to experts

The year's best scotches have been named, according to the expert judges at the Scotch Whisky Masters.
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Rebel unveils its limited edition single barrel bourbon, aged for 10 years

For those who enjoy a classic bourbon, there's a new release to look out for: the brand Lux Row Distillers is bringing out a limited edition release.
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Rare bottle of The Dalmore whisky sells for $120,000 at auction

A rare bottle of whisky from The Dalmore has sold for £93,750 (more than $120,000) at auction, with proceeds going to a local Scottish museum.
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Margot Robbie’s gin brand, Papa Salt, is expanding beyond Australia

Margot Robbie's gin brand Papa Salt Coastal Gin is coming to the UK to be found at the high-end department store Harvey Nichols.