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Refreshing the Game: Jack Daniel's Debuts Hard Tea in Select States, Stirring Up the Beverage Market. #JackDaniels #HardTeaLaunch #BeverageInnovation #MarketTrends #CountryCocktails #AlcoholicTea #Drinkstagram #LimitedEdition #BeverageLaunch #SpiritsIndustry

Spritz on Tap vs Cocktails on Tap... 💭 This is something I think about a lot. (shock) It comes up quite often when speaking to pubs & bars about working with These Days, and I find myself getting right into the nuance between the two. Okay, hear me out... Ultimately, cocktails on tap are great for saving time when serving cocktails behind the bar. Nowadays, the quality is there too. High quality base spirits, smart mixing & a tonne of work in getting the final pour as close to a freshly made cocktail as possible. But therein lies the challenge. A cocktail on tap will always - particularly shaken drinks - not quite be as good as a freshly shaken cocktail. In my opinion. Now, I want to be super clear here - I REALLY LIKE (good) COCKTAILS ON TAP. I love that I don't need to wait for a cocktail and with the rise in quality of the cocktails-on-tap brands, I value that consistency & speed a lot. Enough to not mind if it's not quite as good as freshly shaken. Now, with Spritz on Tap - that's slightly different. Particularly with These Days Drinks. Our drinks are made with Organic white wine, real fruit extracts, and soda. They aren't a 'pre-mixed version' of something you can recreate from the sum of it's parts. It is designed to be served on tap. Just like a beer or a cider, our Spritz is designed to be served on tap. That is where it is at it's best. And just like beer or cider, our Spritz on Tap is: 💦 Incredibly refreshing 👌 Sessionable (at 6%) 🍑 In flavours you know & love So yeah, Spritz isn't a cocktail on tap, it's a Spritz on Tap. And that's where it's supposed to be... #spritz #ontap #pubs

Espresso martini: the liquid version of a power nap. ☕🍸  🍸 Espresso Martini Glass: Chilled martini glass 🍹 Ingredients: Vodka: 45 ml Coffee Liqueur: 30 ml Freshly Brewed Espresso: 30 ml, cooled Simple Syrup: 10 ml (optional, adjust depending on the sweetness of your coffee liqueur and personal preference) 🔧 Methods: Mix: In a shaker, combine 45 ml vodka, 30 ml coffee liqueur, 30 ml freshly brewed espresso, and 5 ml simple syrup (if using). Shake: Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously. This not only chills the drink but also ensures a nice frothy top from the espresso. Strain: Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass to keep out the ice and enhance the frothy top. Garnish: Garnish with three coffee beans in the centre of the froth for traditional presentation and added aroma. Suggested Australian Spirits For Vodka - Kangaroo Island Spirits Pure Vodka For Coffee Liqueur - Unico Zelo Unico Cafe #yourbaryourway #CoffeeCocktails #AfterDinnerDrink #elixelite

In my first piece for Forbes I profile Chris Leavitt, a game-changing bartender known as Not Just a Bartender, who's trying to boost the espresso martini game. He partnered with Roasty Buds Coffee Co. to create the Bartender's Espresso Blend--coffee beans specifically intended for cocktails. Read more to see why it makes all the difference in coffee-based cocktails:

Tequila is still pulling in the cash for bar owners. Gin and Whiskey aren't far behind, with a touch of rum joining in. I still believe a large percentage of the profits are derived (in the on premise) in the cocktail segment, as opposed to beer and some entry level RTDS. I like the emergence of the espresso martini and mai tai. Cordials and flavored spirits are making a comeback. Beverage Solutions || Big Dog New York LLC You need to get in the agave space now. Dont forget gin and cordials. https://lnkd.in/enTEC4Va

Tribini Espresso Martinis deliver the deep, dark roasted flavors that coffee lovers desire. Link below to learn more and see what our panel had to say about these RTD Espresso Martini cocktails. #rtd #rtdcocktails #readytodrink #vodka #espresso #cocktails #spiritsindustry #alcoholindustry

Bring out the Barista in you!😃 This International Coffee Day, get a chance to showcase your signature coffee beverage! Interested coffee enthusiasts can submit their entries online sharing the following details via Email to [email protected] ● Name of your signature coffee beverage ● Photo of the beverage (Video Optional) ● Story or Inspiration behind your signature beverage ● Taste and Tactile notes (in short) ● Recipe and time of preparation Competition guidelines: ● Min. 30 ml of Freshly Brewed Pure Coffee to be used to create your beverage ● The beverage should NOT contain any alcohol or its by-products ● The beverage should Not contain egg or its by-products ● The final output must be 150ml to 200 ml ● The maximum number of ingredients used to prepare your beverage should NOT exceed 6 (SIX) ● All the ingredients used must be commercially available ● The beverage can be Hot or Cold ● Min. age of participation is 18y The last date of submission is 26th Sept 2024 (5 PM) The Submissions will be critically evaluated by an Internal panel of Coffee Board and the Top 5 Signature Beverage submissions will be invited to showcase their beverage on the INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY (1st Oct 2024) which is scheduled to be celebrated at the Coffee Board Head Office, Bengaluru. _________ Note for top 5 selected competitors: - The competitors must bring their own ingredients and Glasswares required to prepare their signature beverage - Competitors must bring their original packing of the ingredients used in beverage for inspection - All ingredients must be disclosed on request Among the Top 5 showcased signature beverages, the best Beverage will be awarded with exciting Goodies! Happy Brewing 😊 #icd2024 #Coffeeboard #signaturebeverage #Competition #acceptingentries #coffeecompetition

This article aims to dive into the many different coffee concoctions and their origins, giving you a better understanding of this beloved beverage. Are you ready to get your caffeine buzz going with these coffee ideas? Let’s dive in! https://ow.ly/VEPN50TTS5s

Transitioning from winter to spring doesn't mean giving up whisky cocktails. Discover how to create satisfyingly complex yet low-ABV drinks with tips from industry experts. Read on: https://lnkd.in/ewXb2yuk #whiskyadvocate #whiskycocktails #lowabvwhiskycocktails

RTDs and Canned Cocktails are on fire- they're redefining how we enjoy our favorite drinks. But what exactly are consumers reaching for in this booming category? Let's dive in... **ESPRESSO/COFFEE COCKTAILS** Is it the bold flavor, or perhaps a nod to the energy we once sought in Vodka-Red Bull? According to NielsenIQ's CGA Cocktail Sales Tracker, Espresso Martini orders surged by over 50% by the end of Q3 2023, and Espresso Martini RTDs were up 252% in dollar sales YoY at the end of 2023. Between these 2 articles, let’s tip our cap to Tribini Espresso Martinis, Après Hours, and Pabst Brewing Company (Hard Coffee). + Honorable mention to Snapchill for obtaining authorization to apply their patented technology (for flavorfully brewing & packaging coffee) to BevAlc products. **FAMILIARITY & CONVENIENCE** Sometimes, it’s not about the most complex concoction but rather the reliable classics that consumers can enjoy with ease. Cheers to the recognized Mimosas (Mayne & Co. and Ohza), G&Ts (You & Yours Distilling Co. and Cutwater/AB InBev), Vodka Gimlet (Post Meridiem Spirit Company), Old Fashioned (OTR: On the Rocks Premium Cocktails + Suntory Global Spirits) Sparkling Paloma (Two Chicks Cocktails), Spritzes (Saint Spritz, Campari Group, Sazerac Company), and Tequila-Soda variations (Ranch Rider Spirits Co. and Onda). Not to mention the "adult versions" of nostalgic favorites like Molson Coors Beverage Company's Arnold Palmer Spiked, and Goodwell Brands ( Dirty Shirley and Country Luau ). **MODERATION, SESSIONABILITY, & “BETTER-FOR-YOU”** Today’s consumers are embracing moderation, and smaller format RTDs are leading here for it. Tip Top Proper Cocktails (100ml can), Golden Rule Spirits (100ml can), and OM (200ml can). Shout out to Spirited Hive for using honey as a sweetener in their all-natural cocktails. **SHAREABILITY** RTS (Ready-To-Serve) cocktails are sold in larger format bottles (750ml) for a more upscale vibe. Pour some of these into a glass over a big rock- Via Carota Craft Cocktails, The Family Jones Distillery's Early Grey Negroni, The Cooper Spirits Company's Hochstadter's Slow & Low Old Fashioned, Hercules Mulligan Co., and Fabrizia Spirits LLC's Limoncello Spritz. For expertise in recruitment and hiring within the #wine & #spirits industry, reach out to me and the Protis Global team. *If you are a candidate, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gSrR7MKT Delish- https://lnkd.in/ejkP5Uaq SevenFifty Daily- https://lnkd.in/eSR_NjUj