Cocktails
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Bartenders Craft Bold New Cocktails with Unique Ingredients
This summer, a 'Coke Float 2.
5 Classic Tequila Cocktails to Rediscover in 2026
In 1937, the Matador cocktail debuted as an equal-parts blend of tequila, orange Curaçao, and French vermouth, a sophisticated, spirit-forward drink documented in the Café Royal Cocktail Book, accordi
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 .
Why Color-Centric Cocktails Rival Traditional Tastes
Before a single drop touches the tongue, a cocktail's vibrant hue or subtle shade has already set a powerful expectation, stirring anticipation for the taste to come.
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.
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.
Top Summer Sips Food & Wine Readers Loved This Year
In a surprising twist, non-alcoholic 'mocktail' recipes featuring fresh fruit and herbs garnered 15% more views than average alcoholic cocktail recipes among Food & Wine readers in July.
Summer 2026 Sees Rise of Spicy and Savory Cocktails
For summer 2026, sugary cocktails are out.
Prepared cocktails are crushing traditional spirits in the US market.
The US ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail category experienced over 40% annual growth between 2020 and 2023, attracting a surge of consumer interest in convenient, pre-mixed beverages.
Zero-proof cocktail bar demand surges in the beverage industry
Atelier V in Indore introduced a six-drink, cocktail-first 0% ABV menu, giving zero-proof drinks the same attention as alcoholic ones, according to Outlook Traveller .
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.
Why US Drinkers Choose Non-Alcoholic Over Full-Strength
A prominent New York City bar, 'The Zero Proof,' specializing entirely in non-alcoholic drinks, reported 150% revenue growth in its first year, according to Local Business Journal.
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.
Top 6 Travel Inspired Cocktails to Make at Home
A true Mai Tai is not red or bright orange, nor does it contain pineapple or orange juice.
Top 5 Mezcal Canned Cocktails for Your Summer
Despite mezcal's surging popularity, a recent blind taste test revealed that 70% of new canned mezcal cocktails launched last year were rated 'disappointing' by aficionados, failing to capture the spi
Top 6 Best Non-Alcoholic Spirits and Mixers For Your Mocktails
The non-alcoholic mocktail market is valued at $8.
Craft cocktails were pricey; mini-cocktails offer a 2026 solution.
In Chicago, you can now find a well-crafted margarita for $7 or a negroni for $10.
Sazerac Launches Three New Ready-to-Drink Cocktails, Including 9% ABV Option
Sazerac, renowned for its venerable whiskey and spirits portfolio, is now rolling out a vodka-based, sugar-free hard cream soda alongside two whiskey lemonades, priced at $18.
Top International Cocktails: Popularity & Bartender Views
Despite a 300% surge in Espresso Martini orders over the last five years, top bartenders still champion the perfectly balanced Negroni or the elegant Daiquiri as true benchmarks of their craft.
The Expanding World of Ready-to-Drink Cocktails and Spritzers
In 2026, premixed cocktails, including spirits ready-to-drink (RTD) options, surged to $3.
What Is the Emerging Savory Cocktail Trend and Its Flavor Profiles?
At a high-end New York City bar, bartenders now routinely craft drinks featuring olive brine, mushroom tinctures, and even bacon fat.
Charlotte embraces soft cocktails and zero-proof lifestyle
Charlotte's first dedicated zero-proof bottle shop, 'The Mindful Mixer,' opened last month in South End, reporting sales 50% above initial projections, according to The Mindful Mixer Owner .
6 Easy Summer Cocktail Recipes for Effortless Entertaining
Forget complicated concoctions: this summer, experts predict the refreshing simplicity of a cucumber gimlet will be the drink everyone's asking for.
Hennessy Launches Ready-to-Drink Cognac Cocktails in Variety Bundle
Hennessy, a brand long associated with luxury cognac, has just launched a new line of ready-to-serve cocktails, including a 'Henny Rita' and 'Henny Iced Tea.
North Carolina allows takeout cocktail sales outside ABC stores
Starting July 2024, North Carolina customers can now leave a restaurant with a premixed cocktail in hand.
Mastering Precision for Balanced Home Cocktails
Many home bartenders approach cocktail making casually, but achieving true balance and professional-level quality in cocktails demands precision and meticulous attention to detail.
How to Choose Great Cocktails: A Practical Guide
Faced with a menu full of exotic names like Chartreuse or Cynar, many cocktail drinkers simply guess, missing the opportunity to ask their bartender for a taste or description that could lead to their
Elevating Your Burger with Cocktail Pairings
Forget the standard beer: a deconstructed burger bowl with potato wedges is now being served alongside a Pink Lady® smash cocktail, proving that gourmet burger pairings have moved far beyond the pint
Chef Nelson German Shares His Juneteenth Red Drink Recipe
Chef Nelson German's "Caribbean Cocktails" book introduces the Lake Breeze, a vibrant, single-serving "red drink" perfect for Juneteenth.
How Clarified Cocktails Techniques Make Drinks Crystal Clear
Clarified lime juice can make Daiquiris that remain fresh for days, fundamentally changing how bars can batch and serve these classic cocktails.