Cocktails
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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.
Top 5 Mindful Summer Drinks: Low-ABV & Zero-Proof
All Día, a new line of real tequila canned cocktails, offers just 2.
Mixologists Unveil Top Summer Cocktail Trends and Ingredients
Princess “PJ” Johnson created the Trinity, a spirit-free cocktail featuring mauby, citric acid, Champagne vinegar, vanilla, and pomegranate molasses, according to PUNCH .
Canadian consumers embrace ready-to-drink cocktails, driving market growth
Canadians bought just over 40% more ciders and coolers between April 2020 and March 31, 2021, according to Statistics Canada .
Zero Proof Craft Cocktails Lead Mindful Consumption Trends
Online sales of low and no-alcohol beverages surged an astonishing 315%, significantly dwarfing the 26% increase observed in traditional alcoholic options.
Hugo Spritz & Coffee Cocktails: 2026 Summer Trends
At NUE, a new cocktail called Amber Skies blends vanilla cream-clarified Vietnamese coffee with Licor 43 and fat-washed coffee vodka.
10 Best Refreshing Summer Drinks to Beat the Heat in 2026
In 2026, cocktail bars are ditching elaborate concoctions for simple highballs.
Top 4 Home Mixologist Tips for Bar Quality Cocktails
Most home cocktail enthusiasts unknowingly sabotage their drinks by 'eyeballing' ingredients, leading to inconsistent and often disappointing results.
Martini trolleys return, bringing tableside cocktail service back
At The Gilded Spoon, a server doesn't just deliver a drink; they orchestrate a precise, five-minute tableside ballet, chilling crystal, measuring spirits, and garnishing a bespoke martini right before
New Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Bars Cater to Mindful Drinking Trends
At Apothecary, a new Chicago lounge, seasonal cocktails are organized into eight medical classifications, featuring a robust non-alcoholic selection crafted for intentional well-being, reports Modern