Cocktail trends come and go. And while some tried-and-true classics never go out of fashion, there are others that have become so overexposed that they lose their luster — or just drive bartenders bananas when ordered. Seeking to find out which drinks deserve to get the axe, we asked bartenders to spill the tea on …
In June came the startling news that Dr Pepper had officially passed Pepsi to rank as America’s second best-selling soda brand, now controlling 8.34 percent of the U.S. market. Articles online tried to assess the “how” and “why” of the situation — whether Pepsi sales are radically falling, Americans have indeed become more enamored with …
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Patrick McGrath MW (left) and HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh (right) at the launch ceremony of Domaine Evremond. After nearly a decade of planning and construction, Champagne Taittinger’s Domaine Evremond in Kent was officially opened by Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Edinburgh, on 26 September, with plans for the cellar door to open in …
October is the time of year when the air gets chillier, the leaves begin to change colors, and all of our seasonal favorites return — from the flavors of subtle smoke to warm and cozy spices. And if you’re a whiskey fan, October is also a time to get excited about Elijah Craig’s Old Fashioned …
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Last week, Diageo announced that it had acquired Ritual Zero Proof, the top-selling non-alcoholic spirits brand in the United States. The conglomerate had already owned a minority stake in the non-alc label — which includes whiskey, tequila, gin, rum, and an aperitif — though full ownership poses interesting questions. Could this be Diageo buying up …
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