There are two things the world loves: Bloody Marys and Mexican beer. Zing Zang reminds us we can have the best of both worlds with their latest debut—the Michelada mix. Concentrated with flavor and as zesty as ever, this new mix doesn’t back down behind the bar. “As the #1 Bloody Mary brand, Zing Zang understands the art of crafting flavorful tomato-based cocktails with the perfect zing,” says E.G. Fishburne, Vice President of Marketing at Zing Zang. The Michelada is, of course, timeless—it’s a classic Mexican beer cocktail, made with an alluring blend of tomato juice, lime, spices, unique sa ..read more

Hood River Distillers, Oregon’s first distillery celebrates nearly a century of crafting award-winning spirits from the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. In 2020, generational family member Ronald Dodge, Executive Vice Chair, handed the reins of the company to industry veteran David Ballew, who was subsequently named President and CEO in 2022. Under Ballew’s leadership, HRD has focused on its premium brand portfolio, innovation, and expansion to new markets. We ask him to tell us more. Talk to us about Hood River Distillers, its history and heritage. Founded months after the Repeal of Prohibit ..read more

Fans of the gridiron, the parquet court, the ice rink, and the pitch may erroneously disagree, but the grassy green outfield bordering the dusty tan diamond infield is where the sporting heart of America lives. The first baseball game recognized by scholars saw the New York Nine pummel the Knickerbockers to a crushing defeat of 23 – 1 at a scrappy field in Hoboken, New Jersey on June 19th, 1846. Shortly after a surge in baseball popularity swept through New York City in the 1850’s, various journalists decided baseball was the national pastime. Few have disputed this crowning in the 170 plus ye ..read more

Hey bartenders, enter Cardenxe’s annual bartender contest now and get creative with Sotol! Deadline April 15th. [RECAP] & [FULL VIDEO] This May 29th, you are invited to express the poetry of this mystical Mexican spirit with Cardenxe’s Annual Bartender Contest. Cardenxe is a voyage in a bottle. It’s a sotol focused on reflecting its roots—the land and history of its home in Northern Mexico—transporting you there through every sip. “Cardenxe is an artisanal, terroir-driven sotol at the intersection of art and music, produced in the North of Mexico,” says Luigi Ambrosi, co-founder of C ..read more

Are you ready for Martini Week, May 20th to 26th? No matter if you like it dry or dirty, shaken or stirred, it’s your week to celebrate. The Martini. It’s a cocktail just as international as its admirers, and just as sexy as some too (Sean Connery in Goldfinger anyone?) Its legacy stands out from the cocktail crowd. It’s classy, yet a chameleon. The Martini has taken on many faces and gone many places over the years, beyond Bond’s vodka Martini. But when did all the Martini madness begin? Junipero Gin is taking us back to the start, with a full week to honor the Martini’s legacy. “As a symbo ..read more

The newly opened downtown Tribeca location of Smith & Mills Rockefeller Center cocktail program, led by Robert Krueger, Beverage Director, offers several favorites like the Martini Trio that is just as aesthetic as it is delicious and is reflective of the new space: refined yet approachable. The trio includes Smith & Mills three Martini selections in a smaller form to create a delightful grouping of mini-tinis. The left-most cocktail is A Smokeshow, a Martini that packs a spicy punch including Los Vecinos Mezcal, Cardenxe Sotol, Genepy, Lime Leaf Aperitif, Grapefruit Bitters, an ..read more

Martinelli’s, makers of premium quality apple juice products for more than 155 years, is celebrating the Class of 2024 with a customized version of its Sparkling Cider bottle! “Whether graduating from high school, college, graduate school, or even kindergarten, Martinelli’s Class of 2024 Sparkling Cider is the perfect way to mark these milestones with family and friends,” noted Gun Ruder, President and CEO, S. Martinelli & Company. “At Martinelli’s, we’ve always been part of celebrating important moments, and we hope these new bottles will be a special keepsake for years to come,” Ruder ad ..read more

With more than 20 years of beverage industry experience, Jeff takes on the promotion following a successful run leading the company’s business in Canada where he served as Vice President and General Manager. Jeff reports to Tony Latham, Regional President of Bacardi North America, and is based in Coral Gables, Florida. “Jeff has the leadership skills and the industry relationships that are so critical to inspiring teams and building lasting partnerships in North America – a must win market in the spirits world,” says Tony Latham, Regional President Bacardi North America. “His track record at ..read more

Stephanie Rivin embarked on her journey into the world of wine in 2008 with her employment at a quaint, family-operated winery nestled in Anderson Valley, Northern California. The winery was so small that its tasting room shared the same space with winemaking, granting Stephanie direct access to the cellar. Day by day, her fascination with the intricacies of winemaking grew. Eager to delve deeper, she enrolled as a harvest intern under the guidance of knowledgeable mentors who taught her the rationale behind each step in the winemaking process. Stephanie diverged from the conventional path of ..read more

As flowers bloom and the sun lingers a bit longer, its the perfect time to imbibe on refreshing libations! Whether you enjoy floral infusions or fruity concoctions, these cocktails from Buchanan’s, Cîroc, and Old Parr have got you covered. Liqueur, Whiskey Buchanan’s Lychee Contract Ingredients 1.5 oz. Buchanan’s Deluxe .25 oz. Elderflower Liqueur .75 oz. Lemon Juice .5 oz. Simple Sugar Preparation Mix all ingredients in a shaker over ice, pour over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with fresh lychee. Liqueur, Vodka Cîroc Limonata Chill Ingredients 10 oz. Cîroc Limonata 16 oz. Froze ..read more