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Madrid food
fromTasting Table
3 hours ago

9 Best Mezcal Brands To Try In 2026 - Tasting Table

Mezcal offers diverse flavors and production methods, rewarding a slow, intentional drinking experience that contrasts with typical spirits.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
50 minutes ago

11 Of The Strongest Canned Cocktails You Can Buy In The US - Tasting Table

Canned cocktails now offer higher alcohol content, with some exceeding 20% ABV, catering to consumer demand for quality and convenience.
Wine
fromTasting Table
10 hours ago

Avoid This Mistake When Storing Fine Wine Long-Term - Tasting Table

Not all wines improve with age; proper selection and storage are crucial for building a fine wine collection.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

A mountain version of a Parisian wine bar opens in Altadena

Chef Tyler Wells opened Bar Betsy, a cafe and wine bar, after the Eaton fire, emphasizing gratitude and local ingredients.
Beer
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Beloved Lower Haight Beer Mecca Toronado Gets Sold to Regular Patron

Toronado has been sold to Bill Lewis, ensuring the bar's legacy and community focus will be preserved.
#sustainability
SF food
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

From Mocktail to Mission: Drinking to a Greener San Francisco - San Francisco Bay Times

April is Earth Month, highlighting businesses like Mission Rock Resort that prioritize sustainability year-round and are certified by the San Francisco Green Business Program.
Wine
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

These Wineries Around the World are Rethinking Sustainability

Winemakers are adapting to climate change by implementing sustainable practices that benefit the environment and reduce carbon emissions.
SF food
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

From Mocktail to Mission: Drinking to a Greener San Francisco - San Francisco Bay Times

April is Earth Month, highlighting businesses like Mission Rock Resort that prioritize sustainability year-round and are certified by the San Francisco Green Business Program.
Wine
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

These Wineries Around the World are Rethinking Sustainability

Winemakers are adapting to climate change by implementing sustainable practices that benefit the environment and reduce carbon emissions.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Mountain View council approves public drinking zone downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View will allow outdoor alcohol consumption in designated areas during city events to enhance downtown liveliness for the FIFA World Cup.
Fundraising
fromwww.7x7.com
6 days ago

13 Bay Area Clean Beauty Brands to Give Your Routine a Sustainability Makeover This Earth Day

95% of discarded beauty packaging ends up in landfills or oceans, with only 9% being recycled.
Coffee
fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

Designer fashion brand opens its only Bay Area coffee shop

Ralph's Coffee has opened its first Northern California location at Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, offering a variety of coffee, tea, and food items.
#martini
Cocktails
fromEater LA
10 years ago

The Best Martinis in Los Angeles, According to Eater Editors

Los Angeles offers a variety of bars for enjoying customizable martinis, including options for extra dirty or with a twist.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why A Half-Martini Actually Makes For A Better Cocktail-Sipping Experience - Tasting Table

Martinis are best served cold, and techniques like stirring and using smaller portions help maintain their temperature.
Cocktails
fromEater LA
10 years ago

The Best Martinis in Los Angeles, According to Eater Editors

Los Angeles offers a variety of bars for enjoying customizable martinis, including options for extra dirty or with a twist.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why A Half-Martini Actually Makes For A Better Cocktail-Sipping Experience - Tasting Table

Martinis are best served cold, and techniques like stirring and using smaller portions help maintain their temperature.
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A cherry-cola colour and funky, acidic aroma': the best supermarket balsamic vinegars, tasted and rated

Quality balsamic vinegar is determined by its origin, certification, and sugar content, with Modena, Italy being the gold standard.
Wellness
fromwww.7x7.com
1 week ago

Not Your Average Spa Day: 7 of California's Most Unique Wellness Resorts

Unique wellness destinations in California offer diverse and memorable spa experiences, focusing on holistic treatments and self-care rituals.
#whisky
Beer
fromElite Traveler
2 days ago

The Oddest Whisky Trend Right Now Is Also the Most Exciting

Floki Sheep Dung-Smoked Reserve is a unique Icelandic whisky made using sheep dung as a fuel source for smoking barley.
Wine
fromElite Traveler
6 days ago

Why Collectors Are Turning to Provenance-Driven Whisky

Rosemaund whisky emphasizes provenance and terroir, shifting focus from production methods to the origins of ingredients.
Beer
fromElite Traveler
2 days ago

The Oddest Whisky Trend Right Now Is Also the Most Exciting

Floki Sheep Dung-Smoked Reserve is a unique Icelandic whisky made using sheep dung as a fuel source for smoking barley.
Wine
fromElite Traveler
6 days ago

Why Collectors Are Turning to Provenance-Driven Whisky

Rosemaund whisky emphasizes provenance and terroir, shifting focus from production methods to the origins of ingredients.
SF food
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Exclusive: A local group is taking over all the bars at SF's struggling Saluhall

Saluhall food hall in San Francisco is revitalizing with Spirited Beverage Co. taking over its bars, aiming to create a welcoming community space.
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Craft Gin Club teeters on brink as Dragons' Den darling pleads with bondholders

Craft Gin Club has warned lenders that it cannot continue without a financial restructuring that will strip bondholders of promised free gin deliveries. The company is seeking a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) to extinguish £4.2 million of debt in exchange for 18.3% of equity.
Fundraising
Cocktails
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cocktail of the week: Julie's jasmine blossom recipe | The good mixer

A floral jasmine-infused gin cocktail is refreshing and perfect for spring, with various serving options including a gin and tonic or a martini.
#eau-de-vie
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

As intense as perfume': which eaux de vie are worth trying?

Capreolus Distillery produces high-quality, fruit-based spirits that evoke strong emotional memories for consumers.
Wine
fromBon Appetit
2 weeks ago

Once Overlooked, Eau de Vie Is More Exciting Than Ever

Eau-de-vie remains a niche spirit in America, often overshadowed by more familiar digestifs like cognac and amaro.
#tequila
Cocktails
fromElite Traveler
3 days ago

How Tequila Took Over the UK Bar Cart

Tequila has become the UK's bestselling spirit, surpassing gin, driven by the popularity of cocktails like margaritas and the Paloma.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

The Spicy Tequila Cocktail With A 'Glass' You Can Eat After The Last Sip - Tasting Table

Tequila can be creatively used in cocktails, such as The Botanist, served in a hollowed-out red pepper for a unique experience.
Wine
fromInsideHook
4 days ago

House of Rare Wants to Upend the Tequila Market

House of Rare innovates in tequila with unique barrel aging and modern production methods, aiming for premium quality and distinctiveness in the industry.
Wine
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

L.A. has always been a wine town. Just ask my dad, who sold white Zin on Y2K Sunset Boulevard

Los Angeles, known for its wine boom, has a rich history of wine culture intertwined with its iconic locations and personalities.
Wine
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

May 'Musts' from Vines to Visits - San Francisco Bay Times

Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience offers a celebration of Sonoma County's culinary and wine culture from May 14-17.
Cocktails
fromThe Infatuation
4 days ago

The Devil's Acre - Review - North Beach - San Francisco - The Infatuation

The Devil's Acre is a cocktail bar in North Beach ideal for social gatherings and offers better drinks than typical bar options.
Wine
fromBon Appetit
4 days ago

We Champion Eating Locally, Why Don't We Do The Same For Wine?

Local hospitality businesses should prioritize serving regional wines to enhance their connection to the community and support local producers.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Products of the Week: Spicy Strawberries and a Salt & Stone Tequila Collab

Flamingo Estate just restocked their iconic, worth-every-penny strawberry fruit snacks. Made from Harry's Berries' truly perfect organic strawberries, the result is insanely addictive, sweet, tart and spicy with a delectable chew.
Fashion & style
#cocktails
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

How To Use High-Proof Liquor In Cocktails Correctly - Tasting Table

Higher-proof liquors enhance cocktail flavor complexity and depth without necessarily increasing strength.
Cocktails
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

I'm a bartender. Here are 3 of the best and 3 of the worst cocktails to order.

Certain cocktails are consistently good, while others often disappoint, with classics like Negronis and martinis being reliable choices.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

9 Cocktails That Inspired Their Own Drinkware - Tasting Table

Choosing the right drinkware enhances the cocktail experience through aesthetics and functionality.
Cocktails
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

The Most Underrated Cocktails on Every Bar Menu

Many classic cocktails, like the Aviation and Bee's Knees, are underrated and often overlooked by drinkers.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

How To Use High-Proof Liquor In Cocktails Correctly - Tasting Table

Higher-proof liquors enhance cocktail flavor complexity and depth without necessarily increasing strength.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

Turn Jack Daniel's Into A Rich, Creamy Cocktail With Just One Ingredient - Tasting Table

Jack Daniel's and Baileys Irish Cream create a smooth, inviting cocktail called the Jack Knife, perfect for late-night drinking.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Why More Bars Are Highlighting Cocktail ABV - And Why It Matters - Tasting Table

Bars are increasingly displaying ABV on cocktail menus to promote transparency about alcohol content.
Cocktails
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

I'm a bartender. Here are 3 of the best and 3 of the worst cocktails to order.

Certain cocktails are consistently good, while others often disappoint, with classics like Negronis and martinis being reliable choices.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

9 Cocktails That Inspired Their Own Drinkware - Tasting Table

Choosing the right drinkware enhances the cocktail experience through aesthetics and functionality.
Cocktails
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

The Most Underrated Cocktails on Every Bar Menu

Many classic cocktails, like the Aviation and Bee's Knees, are underrated and often overlooked by drinkers.
#climate-change
Beer
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company uses captured carbon dioxide to carbonate a new pale ale, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
Beer
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company has created a pale ale using carbon dioxide captured from the air, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
Beer
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company uses captured carbon dioxide to carbonate a new pale ale, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
Beer
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company has created a pale ale using carbon dioxide captured from the air, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
Wine
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

Sustainable Whisky and Spirits For Eco-Conscious Drinkers

The spirits industry has evolved from local cottage industries to sustainable production methods in response to environmental challenges.
Brooklyn
fromVinePair
1 month ago

At Banshee, Jen Murphy Goes All-In on Martinis, Guinness, and Neighborhood Hospitality

Banshee has become a true neighborhood bar through community roots and personal hospitality, contrasting with high-end cocktail trends in NYC.
fromwww.7x7.com
4 days ago

A Modern Guide to St. Helena on the Historic Napa Valley Town's 150th Birthday

St. Helena is near the heart of Napa Valley and played a major role in establishing the region's first wineries, contributing to its reputation as a wine destination.
Wine
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

A chic new hotel bar just opened in Union Square

The redesign, led by New York-based Legeard Studio, turns what was once a fairly standard hotel entry into something more along the lines of a design-forward hangout you'd actually hang out at.
Cocktails
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

There's more to Mexican spirits than tequila

Mexican agave spirits including tequila, mezcal, sotol, and raicilla have expanded dramatically in UK availability and quality, with tequila becoming the fastest-growing spirit and forecast to grow 10% annually until 2030.
Cocktails
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

How Bars Make Hundreds of Cocktails During Service

Bars efficiently serve large quantities of Espresso Martinis by mastering recipes and employing techniques to maintain consistency and quality.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 week ago

Sukari Spirits: Craft, Culture, and a New Blueprint for Emerging Beverage Brands - Food & Beverage Magazine

Sukari Spirits positions itself as an originator and innovator of all-natural, ultra-premium spirits, with a focus on clean formulations and elevated drinking rituals.
Cocktails
Wine
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Everything That Happens When You Order Booze Online

Buying alcohol online involves complex regulations and logistics managed by companies like Vista Fulfillment Group.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Follow This 3-Ingredient Formula For Perfectly Balanced Batched Cocktails Every Time - Tasting Table

Using a 3:2:1 ratio of liquor, citrus juice, and sweetener simplifies creating signature cocktails for events.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

9 Craft Distilleries In The US You Should Visit - Tasting Table

The U.S. spirits landscape has evolved far beyond the recognition of simply being the birthplace of bourbon. In recent years, we've seen a transformation in both the quality and individuality that the country's craft distilleries have been able to produce. While previous decades were dominated by the big-name distilleries, far more awards are going to craft distillers who have mastered the art of producing high-quality whiskeys, rums, gins, and more.
Food & drink
fromDefector
2 months ago

People Of America, It Is Cocktail Hour | Defector

But then the playoffs arrive, and you and I are reminded of what makes twilight football-outdoors and on grass-special. You start off in broad daylight as both teams fuck around for a quarter or two. Then the sun slowly begins to bleed away, taking all distractions along with it as it sinks below the horizon. Now we're in primetime, when everyone is watching. Now every player on the field is in the spotlight, and you, the viewer at home, are dialed in.
National Football League
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

The traveling winemaker: How Kenny Likitprakong built Hobo Wine on gratitude, affordable pours

"I think wine at its best is something that brings people together. It's part of a meal. I like the idea of our wines being part of that."
Wine
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Spend an evening learning about oysters at this Alameda brewery

These oysters once existed in the millions here but were decimated by dredging, pollution and shoreline hardening. Now they're on the upswing, thanks to organizations like the Wild Oyster Project, which is working to build a "swimmable, edible Bay using the power of oysters."
East Bay (California)
fromBon Appetit
2 months ago

The Italian Spirit Everyone Loves to Hate Is Getting an American Makeover

Stroll into nearly any Italian restaurant in the country and you'll likely get a glimpse at a row of oddly shaped bottles sitting in the oft-forgotten back bar. Those bottles contain grappa, a spirited sip most often enjoyed after a lengthy dinner when belts start feeling tight, when diners recline in their seats taking lazy last bites of half-eaten desserts.
Food & drink
#cocktail-cherries
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Best Cocktail Cherries You Can Buy Are Deliciously Infused With Bourbon - Tasting Table

Cherries enhance cocktails by balancing flavors and are essential for garnishing, with Yes Cocktail Co. Bourbon-Infused Cherries being the top choice.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Cocktails

I Tried Cocktail Cherries From 8 Brands And Ranked Them - Tasting Table

Cocktail cherries vary significantly in flavor profile and accessibility, ranging from approachable options suitable for novices to bold, complex varieties for enthusiasts.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Best Cocktail Cherries You Can Buy Are Deliciously Infused With Bourbon - Tasting Table

Cherries enhance cocktails by balancing flavors and are essential for garnishing, with Yes Cocktail Co. Bourbon-Infused Cherries being the top choice.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
4 weeks ago

Sugarlands Distilling Has Built a House of Brands Rooted in Family, Craft and Community - Food & Beverage Magazine

"When we started Sugarlands, we didn't set out to build a big company. The idea was simple. Make great spirits, create a welcoming and memorable experience for guests at our Gatlinburg Distillery."
Wine
Food & drink
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

This tiny dive bar sells more Fernet than almost anyone. And it's not in SF.

A small Los Feliz dive bar ranks among California's top Fernet-Branca sellers due primarily to its longtime manager promoting the drink.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Refresh Your Pantry With These 2025 Harvest Extra Virgin Olive Oils - San Francisco Bay Times

The more you use a good quality olive oil, the better your food will taste. Spring is the time to seek out the newest extra virgin olive oils—the current harvest from olives picked and milled in the previous fall and early winter.
Wine
Food & drink
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

Taste Vermouth and Make Gildas With 58 and CO

A vermouth tasting and gilda-making masterclass at 58 and CO in Haggerston on Thurs 19th March, including guided tastings, mini cocktails, and gilda-making for £35.
Food & drink
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

The Surprising Return of High-Proof Spirits

Producers across gin, rum, and whisky are releasing high-proof, cask-strength bottlings to emphasize richer flavors, viscosity, and luxury positioning.
Beer
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

It's Time to Take Beer Cocktails Seriously

Beer cocktails are evolving from simple two-ingredient mixes to more complex, intentional creations with growing interest from notable cocktail bars.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

15 Trader Joe's Must-Haves To Elevate Your Mocktails - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's products, like sparkling coconut water with yuzu, provide flavorful ingredients and add-ins to create balanced, interesting non-alcoholic mocktails at home.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

What Makes A Celebrity Liquor Worth Buying, According To A Master Mixologist - Tasting Table

Celebrity liquor quality varies widely, with success depending on genuine distiller partnerships rather than marketing alone, as consumers quickly identify inferior products.
Wine
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

From fish sauce to fine wine: Red Boat's new venture

Cuong Pham, a former Apple engineer, launched Red Boat Fish Sauce in 2011 after discovering his mother's ancestral ingredient, creating a celebrated artisan condiment now beloved by chefs and home cooks worldwide.
Cocktails
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Matchbook Crafts Unusually Cool Spirits for the World's Best Bars

Matchbook Distilling operates as an R&D facility creating innovative spirits by combining agriculture, anthropology, tradition, and science, producing unique products like blueberry amaro and artichoke mezcal through intentionally inefficient, flexible production methods.
Wine
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

The Backyard Spirit Being Used in Michelin-Starred Restaurants

Barney Wilczak produces English eaux de vie from foraged and cultivated fruits, reviving a traditionally European spirit category in England through innovative distillation techniques.
Cocktails
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

This Pantry Ingredient Gives Cocktails And Mocktails An Instant Boost - Tasting Table

Vinegar creates complex acidity in cocktails and mocktails, with shrubs—drinking vinegars made from fruit, sweetener, and vinegar—offering an easy way to balance sweetness with bright tartness.
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