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This frozen slushie is one part watermelon, one part lemonade, and all parts delicious. Think of it like Miami Vice’s cooler cousin—trendy, refreshing, and tasty with or without the alcohol. Rum Frosted Watermelon Lemon...

Piper-Heidsieck has officially unveiled its Vintage 2018, an intense and luminous Champagne born from one of the region’s most exceptional growing seasons in recent memory. Aged for more than 50 months on lees, this highly anticipated release delivers both remarkable depth and unmistakable elegance.

The release marks a historic milestone for the House: it is the debut vintage...

For bartenders looking to push flavor, balance, and creativity, sherry and vermut are proving to be more than just supporting players.

With a range of styles and applications, Lustau offers a flexible toolkit that can transform both classic and modern cocktails. Here’s how bartenders can start using it—and why it works.

Lustau has a long history in Jerez—how does that her...

From Neon Nights to Amsterdam, here’s what bartenders need to know about the Bols Cocktail Battle.

As cocktail competitions continue to evolve, the focus has shifted from technical perfection to something broader—creativity, storytelling, and conn...

From ultra-clean vodkas and precision-crafted gin to aged Cognac and barrel-forward bourbon, these spirits from the 2026 Chilled Awards April judging highlight a more classic side of cocktail culture.

Built for stirred drinks, elevated serves, and timeless recipes, they’re the bottles that anchor a well-made bar program. All of the selections featured here were entered into t...