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Drinks

Explore a world of beverages, from artisanal cocktails to healthy smoothies and everything in between.

People celebrating outside a New Jersey bar with sealed to-go cocktails, signifying the new permanent law.

New Jersey Makes To-Go Cocktails Permanent

After years of temporary allowances, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill officially made cocktails-to-go a permanent fixture in 2026.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 29· 3 min
California bar patrons celebrating as they receive to-go cocktail bags, signifying the extension of sales through 2029.

California lawmakers extend to-go cocktail sales through 2029

At a time when many states still debate temporary measures, California has passed legislation extending the ability for venues to sell cocktails to-go until 2029, solidifying a critical revenue stream

Daniel Moretti· Aug 28· 4 min
A person in a bar setting subtly reducing their alcohol consumption while on GLP-1 medication, highlighting the drug's impact on intoxication.

GLP-1 drugs curb restaurant bar alcohol consumption

A pilot study revealed that participants on GLP-1 medications like semaglutide, tirzepatide, or liraglutide experienced a slower increase in blood-alcohol concentration and reported feeling significan

Daniel Moretti· Aug 27· 3 min
A split image showing a robot arm working on an assembly line and a diverse group of people collaborating around a futuristic AI interface, symbolizing AI's impact on jobs.

AI Significantly Reshapes Labor Market, Creating New Demands

A major tech company recently laid off 1,500 content moderators after implementing a new AI-powered content review system, a stark example of how quickly human roles can be automated, according to an

Daniel Moretti· Aug 26· 3 min
A diverse array of glowing functional beverages arranged attractively, symbolizing the booming market and consumer interest in quick wellness solutions.

Functional Beverages: Market Growth, Claims & Consumer Reality

Neutonic, a company founded in 2023, rapidly became the top-selling energy drink on Amazon.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 24· 6 min
A sophisticated, spicy and savory cocktail with unique garnishes, presented in a luxurious bar setting.

Spicy and Savory Cocktails Embrace Unique Flavors in Mixology

At the Four Seasons Resort Mallorca, a 'Dirty Bamboo Highball' will debut, its savory, saline notes signaling a bold departure from traditional sweet cocktails.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 23· 3 min
Assortment of sleek, modern ready-to-drink beauty beverages with subtle health and wellness visual cues in the background.

Ready-to-drink beauty beverage market growth accelerates

The global Ready-to-Drink Beauty Beverage market, a segment promising benefits like anti-aging and collagen, is set to nearly double from USD 2,113.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 22· 3 min
A diverse group of people socializing and enjoying premium non-alcoholic beverages at a stylish bar.

Carlsberg Sees 2.8% Growth Fueled by Non-Alcoholic Trends

BevZero-US, a key service provider to eight of the 10 largest U.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 19· 3 min
A diverse group of consumers enthusiastically exploring a market stall filled with a wide variety of innovative functional beverages and natural ingredients.

Functional Beverage Market Booms Amidst Shifting Consumer Tastes

In just two years, launches of stress-relief and relaxation beverages featuring Turkey tail mushroom surged from two in 2023 to 13 in 2025, according to Ingredientsnetwork .

Daniel Moretti· Aug 18· 7 min
Young adults enjoying cocktails at a trendy bar, illustrating Gen Z's surprising alcohol consumption rates.

Gen Z's 74% Drinking Rate Reshapes Bar Menus and Home Stock

Despite widespread assumptions of a 'sober generation,' 74% of Gen Zers have consumed alcohol in the past six months, a rate now on par with the total adult population.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 16· 5 min
A modern bartender expertly prepares a revitalized Grasshopper cocktail in a chic bar setting, showcasing the resurgence of classic drinks with contemporary flair.

Bartenders Revive Classic Cocktails with Modern Twists in 2026

The Grasshopper cocktail, once a forgotten after-dinner mint, is now being reimagined with bitter Fernet Branca Menta and even transformed into non-alcoholic ice cream.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 14· 3 min
A skilled bartender in a sophisticated bar setting creates a visually stunning, innovative cocktail with unique ingredients and a touch of theatrical flair.

Bartenders Craft Bold New Cocktails with Unique Ingredients

This summer, a 'Coke Float 2.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 12· 3 min
Great Lakes Brewing Company's new aSPLASH Crafted Citrus Long Drink canned cocktail, showcasing its branding and appealing design.

Great Lakes Brewing Co. Launches Canned Cocktail in Select Markets

Great Lakes Brewing Company, a name synonymous with craft beer, is launching its first canned cocktail, aSPLASH Crafted Citrus Long Drink, but it won't be available in its home state of Ohio until Aug

Daniel Moretti· Aug 11· 3 min
A refreshing cortisol cocktail with orange, coconut water, and sea salt, presented as a trendy wellness drink.

Cortisol Cocktail Trend Promises Weight Loss and Stress Relief

A viral 'cortisol cocktail' recipe, promising to melt stress and shed pounds, is flooding millions of social media feeds in 2026.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 5· 3 min
Comparison of RTD cocktail packaging: a recyclable PET bottle versus a reusable glass bottle, illustrating the sustainability debate.

RTD cocktail packaging sustainability: Reusable vs. recyclable

A PET plastic bottle can keep a ready-to-drink cocktail fresh for over two years.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 3· 3 min
A bartender prepares a spicy, savory cocktail with chili garnishes, reflecting the summer 2026 trend away from sugary drinks.

Summer 2026 Sees Rise of Spicy and Savory Cocktails

For summer 2026, sugary cocktails are out.

Daniel Moretti· Jul 30· 3 min
Editorial illustration for Elevate Your Home Bar: Crafting Sophisticated Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

Elevate Your Home Bar: Crafting Sophisticated Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

Elevate your home bar by crafting complex, flavorful, and healthy non-alcoholic drinks. Discover how to thoughtfully select and combine fresh produce, natural sweeteners, and non-alcoholic spirits to build depth and intrigue in every sip.

Daniel Moretti· Sep 30· 4 min
How Does Trael Hydration's Tropical Splash Hydration Electrolyte Drink Work? A Clear Walkthrough

How Does Trael Hydration's Tropical Splash Hydration Electrolyte Drink Work? A Clear Walkthrough

Effective post-workout recovery is crucial for any athlete looking to maximize performance and build strength. Understanding how your hydration and replenishment choices work is the first step. Trael Hydration offers a n…

Sponsored by Trael Hydration· Sep 16· 5 min
An elaborate craft cocktail sits abandoned on a bar counter as a hand reaches for a convenient RTD can in the background, symbolizing changing consumer preferences.

Craft cocktails face decline amid rise of convenience, wellness

While the global ready-to-drink (RTD) market is projected to grow by 12% annually through 2027, and non-alcoholic beverage sales surged over 20% last year, cocktail consumption in bars and restaurants

Daniel Moretti· Aug 23· 5 min
Robotic arms filling and sealing cans of various canned cocktails on a high-tech production line at Anheuser-Busch's Baldwinsville brewery.

Anheuser-Busch invests $13 million to boost canned cocktail output

Anheuser-Busch, the brewer of Budweiser, is pouring $13 million into its Baldwinsville brewery.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 21· 2 min
A stylish home bar setup featuring essential bartending tools and a hand expertly crafting a colorful cocktail, ready for enjoyment.

Home Cocktail Recipes & Essential Bartending Tools

A new book, 'Shake & Sip: Recipes from the Best Bars in America,' now offers cocktail recipes specifically designed for home bartenders, promising professional results without the professional fuss.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 19· 6 min
A Hugo Spritz cocktail in the foreground, with an Aperol Spritz in the background, set against a bright, summery outdoor bar scene in the UK.

Hugo Spritz Poised to Overtake Aperol in UK Summer Drinks

In Great Britain, sales of the Hugo Spritz soared by 196% in the three months to the end of June, signaling a major shift in summer drink preferences, according to Theguardian .

Daniel Moretti· Aug 9· 2 min
A bartender expertly prepares a spicy guava margarita, showcasing the growing trend of heat and savory flavors in modern cocktails.

Bartenders Embrace Spicy Savory Cocktail Trends with New Ingredients

At Salty Flame, the Spicy Guava Margarita, crafted with Don Julio tequila and spicy agave syrup, exemplifies a major shift: consumers now actively seek heat over sweetness in their cocktails.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 7· 2 min
An elegantly crafted non-alcoholic cocktail served in a stylish glass, set against the backdrop of a chic, modern bar.

Sophisticated Non-Alcoholic Cocktails for Happy Hour

At top-tier bars like Porchlight and Dante, renowned mixologists are now dedicating their creative talents to crafting complex non-alcoholic cocktails.

Daniel Moretti· Aug 4· 6 min
A steaming, spiced warm cocktail garnished with cinnamon and star anise on a wooden table in a cozy, firelit room.

Top 8 Best Warm Cocktails for Cold Winter Nights

Forget the basic hot toddy; a single batch of Cafecito Mexicano, infused with cinnamon, star anise, and piloncillo, can warm 6 to 8 guests in just 12 minutes, according to ethnicspoon .

Daniel Moretti· Aug 1· 6 min
A master mixologist in a Parisian bar crafts a visually stunning cocktail, celebrating the venue's award as the world's best new cocktail bar.

Parisian Bar Named World's Best New Cocktail Bar

Mainland China now boasts a record seven bars on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 list, signaling a dramatic shift in the global cocktail landscape.

Daniel Moretti· Jul 31· 2 min
A close-up of a vibrant, artisanal cocktail on a bar counter, with a subtle backdrop of craft beer bottles, symbolizing the changing landscape of beverage consumption.

Cocktail Culture's Resurgence Challenges Beer's Dominance

In 2023, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails outsold craft beer in several key urban markets for the first time in decades.

Daniel Moretti· Jul 20· 5 min
A stylish home bar featuring convenience store items like pickle brine and soda bottles, alongside cocktail tools, suggesting creative and accessible drink making.

Creative Convenience Store Cocktail Recipes for Your Home Bar

A jar of dill pickle brine, typically destined for the trash, can elevate a Bloody Mary to an unexpected level of savory sophistication, proving that gourmet cocktails can hide in plain sight.

Daniel Moretti· Jul 16· 7 min
Family enjoying frozen cocktails made with a home machine during a severe summer heatwave, finding cool relief and fun.

Heatwaves Drive Unprecedented Surge in Frozen Cocktail Maker Demand

In July, sales of frozen drink makers surged by an astonishing 350% nationwide, as Americans sought immediate, personal relief from record-breaking heatwaves, according to The Industry Fashion .

Daniel Moretti· Jul 14· 3 min
Assortment of premium and novelty canned cocktails displayed on a picnic table, showcasing summer drink trends and innovative flavors.

Summer Canned Cocktail Trends Spark Premiumization and Novelty

Searches for 'soft-serve margarita' on Yelp surged by an astonishing 39,667% year-over-year, according to The Food Institute .

Daniel Moretti· Jul 14· 2 min