Cocktails

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New Jersey bar patrons celebrating as they receive permanent to-go cocktail orders from bartenders.
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New Jersey's permanent to-go cocktail law expands sales for craft distilleries

What felt like a temporary pandemic perk — grabbing a margarita to-go from your favorite local spot — is now a permanent reality across New Jersey.

Ryo Hashimoto·August 29, 2026
A stylish mobile bar serving creative cocktails to happy guests at an outdoor wedding reception, highlighting convenience and playful indulgence.
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Cocktails Redefine Preferences By 2026: The Playful Indulgence Trend

At a recent wedding, guests enjoyed unlimited handcrafted margaritas and a full bar setup for just $28.

Ryo Hashimoto·August 18, 2026
A group of friends laughing and toasting with Aperol Spritz cocktails on a sunny Italian patio, embodying the popular beverage trend.
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The Spritz Surge: US Beverage Market Embraces the Spritz

Aperol, a brand primarily confined to Northern Italy in 2003, now accounts for nearly a third of Campari's global sales, showcasing a dramatic shift in beverage preferences.

Aisha Abasi·August 14, 2026
The 5 Essential Cinco de Mayo Cocktail Rim Dressings Every Bar Needs to Stock in 2026
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The 5 Essential Cinco de Mayo Cocktail Rim Dressings Every Bar Needs to Stock in 2026

Cinco de Mayo offers five essential cocktail rim dressings designed to enhance cocktails, hard seltzers, and beer, adding flavor, color, and visual appeal. These versatile options help bars expand their drink offerings and create more memorable beverage experiences for customers.

Sponsored·July 2, 2026
A meticulously crafted cocktail served at Papercut, an award-winning craft cocktail bar in Austin, Texas, known for its art gallery ambiance.
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Papercut: Austin's Award-Winning Craft Cocktail Bar

Papercut, an East Austin cocktail bar and art gallery, was named one of Esquire's 14 'Best Bars in America' for 2026, according to the Austin American-Statesman .

Ryo Hashimoto·July 1, 2026
A split image showing a person sipping a sophisticated non-alcoholic drink and a vibrant frozen cocktail being prepared, representing summer beverage trends.
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Non-Alcoholic and Frozen Drinks Shape Summer Trends

This summer, our glasses hold a fascinating paradox.

Aisha Abasi·June 22, 2026
A group of young adults socializing and enjoying Hennessy ready-to-drink canned cocktails in a stylish, modern bar setting.
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Hennessy Launches Ready-to-Drink Cocktails to Tap Growing Market

Hennessy, the venerable cognac house, is now selling its spirit in sleek 250ml cans, priced at $14.

Aisha Abasi·June 20, 2026
A cozy kitchen scene with a glass of red wine, a simmering pot, and cocktail ingredients, showcasing creative uses for leftover wine.
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Get Creative With Leftover Wine: Delicious Recipes and Cocktails

After a party, many hosts pour leftover wine down the drain.

Aisha Abasi·June 15, 2026
An intimate, dimly lit speakeasy bar in Chicago, showcasing elegant patrons and craft cocktails, with a sophisticated and exclusive atmosphere.
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Chicago's Top Bars: New Contenders and Enduring Classics

Just last month, The Velvet Hour opened its doors in Logan Square.

Taya Chayton·June 6, 2026
Elegant patrons savoring beautifully crafted zero-proof cocktails in a chic, modern bar setting.
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Top 5 Best Zero-Proof Craft Cocktail Bars Globally

At New York's Listen Bar, guests gather not for a quick drink, but for an entire evening of complex, botanical-infused concoctions.

Ryo Hashimoto·June 4, 2026
A sophisticated Atlanta bar hosting a unique bourbon tasting event, showcasing the city's evolving nightlife and curated experiences.
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Atlanta's Bar Scene: Enduring Excellence and New Trends

This Father's Day, Casa Nuova, an Italian dining establishment, hosts a special bourbon tasting.

Taya Chayton·June 4, 2026
A Northern Virginia coffee bar that transforms from a daytime cafe with coffee to a nighttime cocktail lounge with drinks.
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Top 8 Northern Virginia Coffee Bars That Turn Into Cocktail Lounges

At The Roost in Arlington, a latte at 9 AM might morph into a craft cocktail from the very same bar at 9 PM.

Aisha Abasi·May 15, 2026