Summer is around the corner; everywhere you look the most beautiful shades of green have grown over the winter’s hues of gray and brown. Maybe there are flowers from your gardens happily brightening your kitchen counter, the temperature has made it to consistent 70s (or higher), and the sun has made its return from its [...]
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Long shifts, late nights and nonstop tickets can wreck your energy if you’re not fueling right. Discover how to keep your body powered behind the bar with quick, smart nutrition hacks designed for bartenders who don’t have a second to spare. Why Bartenders Need Smarter On-the-Go Nutrition Bartending is much more than simply mixing cocktails. [...]
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Each month, Chilled brings you five essential cocktails based on our National Drink Day Calendar. Be sure to bookmark it so you’re always ready for the next spirited celebration. Happy summer! The days are longer, the group chats are active again, and if you’re anything like us, your nights are officially booked thanks to Love [...]
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Summer spritz season gets a Southern twist with our Drink of the Week featuring Four Roses Bourbon. The Southern Spritz balances bright strawberry flavor, bittersweet Campari, and crisp bubbles for a cocktail that’s light, vibrant, and made for warm-weather sipping. Easy to build and endlessly refreshing, it’s the perfect porch drink for long summer afternoons [...]
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Bringing you what's new and noteworthy each month. Designed for bartenders and connoisseurs, we choose our favorite bottles, barware and bold ideas stirring up the scene. Below are ten standout spirits worth sipping, sharing and showing off. Purple Drop RTD A fresh entrant to the RTD space, Purple Drop reimagines Peru’s traditional chicha morada in [...]
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Hot days, cold drinks. With hot temps, these refreshing cocktails are here to keep things cool, fruity, and a little bit boozy. Think icy blends, tropical flavors, and easy-to-make sips that taste like summer in a glass. Check out these 5 fun summery cocktails you can mix up to stay chill! Spicy Cucumber Melon Freeze [...]
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Give my regards to ... the bar! For many years, theater concessions were an afterthought with audience members maybe ordering up a simple glass of wine, or a beer, to pair with the show. (Don’t forget the pretzels and candy.) But in recent times, Broadway has gone boozy. Sure, there may be show-stopping numbers on [...]
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Every year, BCB Brooklyn acts as a snapshot of where the bar world is headed next. With thousands of bartenders, brands, and industry leaders gathering in one place, patterns emerge—new ingredients, shifting consumer preferences, and evolving business realities. We spoke with Jackie Williams, Event Vice President of BCB Brooklyn, about the trends defining today’s bar [...]
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Dragon fruit is having a moment—and not just because it’s pretty (but I mean, come on). With that bright pink pop and mellow tropical sweetness, it tastes like summer and looks like a signature, which makes it an easy win for drink menus when guests are craving something crisp, colorful, and new. And this isn’t [...]
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Our Drink of the Week brings a refreshing Southern twist moving into summer with Dierks Bentley’s ROW 94 Whiskey. Bright, crisp, and easy-drinking, this raspberry lemonade cocktail balances fresh citrus, berry flavor, and a splash of bubbles for the ultimate warm-weather sip. Whether you’re kicking back on the patio or mixing drinks for friends, [...]
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Ozama Rum is a design-forward spirits brand built around a modern interpretation of traditional rum styles, combining expressive liquid profiles with a strong visual identity across its range. From unaged clarity to extended barrel aging, the portfolio is structured to showcase how rum can evolve while maintaining a consistent house style centered on approachability, richness, [...]
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For bartenders, competitions aren’t just about winning—they’re about opportunity. And the Bols Cocktail Battle delivers both. Beyond the chance to showcase creativity on a global stage, finalists earn something more valuable: exposure, experience, and a direct connection to the bar community. We asked Ignacio Llaneza, Vice President of Marketing for the U.S. and Canada at [...]
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Few brands capture a sense of place quite like Malfy Gin. Rooted in the Italian Riviera and defined by vibrant citrus expressions, the portfolio feels both transportive and distinctly modern. That identity was on full display in the 2026 Chilled Awards, where multiple expressions earned top marks from a panel of working bartenders. From zesty [...]
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Ready-to-drink cocktails have come a long way from simple convenience plays. Today’s RTDs are designed with intention and built to deliver balance, flavor, and real cocktail credibility without the need for a shaker or bar setup. From frozen, fruit-forward classics to nostalgic seltzers and spirit-driven staples, the category continues to evolve in ways that actually [...]
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A national stage, a bold “Neon Nights” theme, and a real opportunity to be seen. This is what today’s cocktail competitions are all about. And the Bols Cocktail Battle is leaning directly into that shift. More than just a contest, the program is designed as a platform for bartenders to showcase their creativity, connect with [...]
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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.
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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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 connection. The Bols Cocktail Battle leans directly into that shift, offering bartenders a platform that extends well beyond the bar. We [...]
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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 [...]
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Isla & Co, the Australian-inspired restaurant from Parched Hospitality Group in the Lower East Side, is quickly becoming one to watch for elevated craft cocktails that all come in under $16. Led by Beverage Director Jeremy Ortiz, the bar program leans into playful signatures and bold, refreshing flavors, with cocktails ranging from $12-$15. Standouts include [...]
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World Bee Day is celebrated on May 20, highlighting the important role bees and other pollinators play for people, plants, and the planet. Our Drink of the Week is Bee Mine, made with The Whistler Irish Whiskey, part of an award-winning range of Irish whiskeys and liqueurs, including The Whistler Irish Honey. This Irish whiskey and honey liqueur [...]
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From a single loaf of bread baked in Atlanta to a vodka rooted in centuries of Italian tradition, Altamura Distilleries Vodka is redefining what the category can be. Inspired by the historic Pane di Altamura and crafted from rare durum wheat grown in the heart of Puglia, the brand blends heritage, terroir, and modern luxury [...]
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Welcome to Chilled’s Bartender Book of the Month Club, your monthly guide to essential reads for bartenders. Each month, we spotlight a standout book to add to your collection and keep your creativity flowing. Our Book of the Month is Aphro written by Houston bartender Bevin Biggers @ohbevin. Aphro isn’t just a cocktail book, it’s [...]
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In a category filled with legacy names and lookalike bottles, OLUJO is taking a more deliberate approach—starting with the liquid and building everything else around it. Focused on craft, design, and a clear point of view, the brand is less interested in following tequila’s traditional playbook and more focused on redefining it. We caught up [...]
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What started as a trade-focused event for working bartenders has evolved into one of the most influential gatherings in global hospitality. Since its launch in 2018, BCB Brooklyn has become a hub for education, innovation, and industry-defining conversations. As the event continues to expand in both size and scope, its mission remains rooted in supporting [...]
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They say if you could bottle the energy of the craft brewing industry, it might taste a lot like CBC26. The 2026 Craft Brewers Conference® & BrewExpo America® transformed Philadelphia into the epicenter of the global brewing industry bringing together more than 7,000 professionals for three days of innovation, education, and connection. Widely regarded as [...]
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Our Drink of the Week is the Bols Blue Martini. Electric in color and tropical in flavor, the Bols Blue Martini is a modern crowd-pleaser that brings a vibrant twist to a classic format. Built around the iconic hue of Bols Blue 1575, this cocktail layers bright citrus, subtle sweetness, and a smooth spirit base [...]
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There’s a drink that has been distilled in the Balkans for centuries, poured at births and funerals alike, offered to every guest who walks through a Serbian door, and still, somehow, barely registers on the American radar outside of cities with large Serbian populations like Chicago, Pittsburgh, and Cleveland. That drink is rakija. And that’s [...]
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From coffee-forward liqueurs and coconut rum to smoky mezcal, crisp tequila, and barrel-finished Cognac, these spirits from the 2026 Chilled Awards April judging highlight a range of flavor-driven expressions built for easy, social cocktails. All of the selections featured here were entered into the April judging of the 2026 Chilled Awards, where they were evaluated [...]
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