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Orgeat Variations Abound in Bars Nationwide
How bartenders are redefining the classic almond syrup with a range of nuts and seeds
Making Black Cocktails Without Activated Charcoal
Bartenders’ tips for achieving dark-hued drinks while avoiding potentially harmful ingredients
How Bars Are Getting Ahead of Allergy Labeling
Seeing an increasing need for menu disclaimers, bars are taking a variety of approaches
Bug-Based Coloring Makes a Comeback in Spirits
Exploring the history of insect-derived cochineal red coloring and its revival in the drinks industry
Visiting All of the World’s 50 Best Bars
Parisian-New Yorker Nico de Soto has made finishing the list an obsession—here’s what he’s learned along the way
A Timeline of the Controversy at Tales of the Cocktail
A detailed account of the events that led to Ann and Paul Tuennerman’s recent resignations from the popular cocktail festival
Using Digital Data to Study Whiskey Flavor Development at Buffalo Trace
New sensors track real-time temperature and humidity in the distillery’s warehouses
Assessing ROI at Tales of the Cocktail
Getting the most out of the spirits industry’s biggest convention
The New Business of Big Ice
A new age for ice providers is taking cubes to the next level at bars and retail outlets
