Category: Editor’s Picks
Imported Whisky Trends At Bars And Restaurants
“To be sure, these are interesting times to be in the whisky business,” says Hart Johnson, beverage manager for Piper’s Pub, a Scotch/Irish restaurant in Pittsburgh. …
4 Alcohol Trends For 2017 From The DISCUS Holiday Event
The annual Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) New York holiday event is a window into what’s currently hot in alcohol — and what’s gaining steam. Brand reps from some …
A Pre-Harvest Trip To The Heart Of Cognac
The Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac (BNIC) held its annual La Part des Ange (angels’ share) charity auction of fine Cognacs in September in Cognac, France. …
Why Flavored And Spiced Rums Remain Hot Sellers
The bright spot in the rum category these days is the vibrant flavored segment, especially the spiced variants. The flavored rum category is growing and evolving, …
American Single Malt Is An Intriguing New Whiskey Category
American Single Malt is an emerging category. Grounded in Scotch traditions, it’s also defined by a U.S. spirit of experimentation. And as more distilleries release expressions …
8 Great Pumpkin Cocktail Recipes
Just in time for your Thanksgiving party planning, here are eight pumpkin cocktail recipes: Pumpkin Apple Fizz Cocktail (shown above) 1 ½ oz. Pumpkin puree 2 …
Can American Craft Spirits Continue To Grow?
American craft spirits appear to be in boom time. But can the trend continue? Sales in the U.S. grew 4.1% last year, as volume increased 2.3%. …