Category: In the News
Wine Bar War Challenges Sommeliers’ Creativity
Wines of Chile and the Guild of Sommeliers has created Wine Bar War, which will challenge sommeliers to create four pop-up Chilean wine bars in a single day. Winners will receive a free trip to Chile courtesy of LAN Airlines, where they will visit wineries and other Chilean attractions.
Celebrating 60 Years of Pina Coladas in Puerto Rico
The Caribe Hilton (where Ramon “Monchito” Marrero created the Pina Colada in 1954) is celebrating the famous drink’s anniversary for two months this year with a special festival, which includes mixology classes, a special menu at restaurants and a cocktail party.
Esquire’s Best Bars Series Hits Hotel Watering Holes
Have you caught Esquire Magazine’s “Best Bars in America” on the Esquire Network? The new 10-episode series involves comedians Jay Larson and Sean Patton—who are best friends and expert drinkers—visiting establishments that made cocktail historian Dave Wondrich’s list of the Best Bars in America.
Charles Joly Named World’s Best Bartender
Charles Joly from The Aviary in Chicago beat 47 of the best mixologists from around the globe to be crowned the Diageo Reserve World Class Bartender of the Year 2014. It’s the first time a contender from the U.S. has won the title.
TOTC 2014: Bringing Craft Cocktails to Smaller Markets
Craft beers, spirits and cocktails are huge in major markets such as New York, San Francisco and Chicago. But what happens when you want to open a craft cocktail lounge in a smaller town? A July 18 session at the Tales of the Cocktail conference in New Orleans offered some insights for blazing a craft mixology trail in smaller markets.
Crowdsourced Wine from Columbia Crest
Washington-based Columbia Crest is asking internet users to help the company create a crowdsourced Cabernet Sauvignon. Over 18 months, interested participants can visit www.crowdsourcedcabernet to help make decisions in the winemaking process.
New Mixologist at Rhumbar
The Mirage Hotel and Casino’s patio bar recently announced the addition of Lillian Hargrove to their team.
New President for Clos Du Val Winery
Steve Tamburelli will serve as the new president of the winery located in Napa Valley.
Darden CEO to Step Down
Clarence Otis is stepping down as CEO and Chairman of Darden Restaurants. He became CEO in 2004 and Chairman in 2005. Darden recently completed the sale of its Red Lobster brand.
Cheers is Now on Pinterest!
Cheers has set up a new social media presence on Pinterest at www.pinterest.com/cheersonline. We’re inviting all readers to follow the page, share their favorite drink recipes and pin stories they find interesting.