Article by Sarah Strong from VinePair After weeks of heated competition, Martini Madness has come to a close with one drink beating out all the rest to take this year’s top spot. (If you haven’t seen the winner, we won’t spoil it here, so click through to the full bracket). As with the annual basketball tournament, there were a few nail-biters and close calls, but we managed to push through and crown just one champion. Martini Madness is a labor of love. The VinePair team is passionate about our home base, New York City, and the cocktails, bars, and drinkers here.

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Article by frederic from cocktail virgin slut 1 1/2 oz Applejack (Laird's Bonded) 1/2 oz Cynar 3/4 oz Ginger Syrup 1/2 oz Lime Juice Shake with ice, strain into a highball glass with...

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make an Absinthe Frappé with crushed ice for a refreshing, aromatic cocktail with historic roots.

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Banana Daiquiri with rum, lime, and banana for a smooth, tropical twist on a classic cocktail.

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Ambrosia, the decadent substance from #HadesGame is typically served in a decanter. But what if you needed a single serving?

We'll be mixing up a recipe by NeonAir tonight turning one of the game's boss rewards into a layered #cocktail.

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Ward 8 with whiskey, citrus, and grenadine for a historic Boston cocktail full of flavor.

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Hot Toddy with whiskey, citrus, and honey for a warm, classic winter drink.

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Salted Honey Old Fashioned for a rich, balanced twist on the classic cocktail.

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Perfect Manhattan with sweet and dry vermouth for a balanced whiskey classic.

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Smoked Apple Bourbon Smash for a bold, seasonal whiskey cocktail with depth.

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Article by HARINI CHITRA MOHAN from Advanced Mixology - Art of Mixology When an organization or group plans an event, custom t-shirts are usually somewhere on the list. And for good reason — they build a sense of unity, give attendees something tangible to take home, and honestly just make the whole event feel more put-together. But there's a gap between ordering custom t-shirts and ordering the right custom t-shirts. Teams and event organizers who don't think it through often end up with shirts that look fine on screen but fall flat in person. Getting the fit, feel, and look right takes a little more thought than most people expect. Here's what smart event organizers do differently. They Define the Purpose Before Anything Else Before a team picks a color or a font, the best organizers ask one simple question: what is this shirt actually for? The answer shapes everything that comes after it. A shirt for a charity 5K needs to be lightweight, breathable, and comfortable enough to run in. A shirt for a corporate team-building day should feel polished and professional without being stiff or uncomfortable. A shirt for a music festival or community celebration can afford to be bolder, more expressive, and fashion-forward. When the purpose is clear, the decisions that follow — fabric, cut, color, design — all become easier and more focused. Without it, organizers tend to default to whatever looks good in isolation, which doesn't always translate well to the actual event environment. They Take Fit Seriously Fit is probably the most underestimated factor in custom t-shirt ordering. A great design on a poorly fitting shirt still looks like a poorly fitting shirt. And when you're dressing a large group of people with different body types, getting the fit right across the board requires real attention. Most custom t-shirt suppliers offer a range of cuts — standard unisex, fitted, relaxed, and women's specific cuts among them. Savvy organizers don't just pick one and hope for the best. They think about their audience. A mixed-gender group benefits from having both unisex and women's cut options available. A younger crowd might appreciate a more fitted silhouette. An older or more diverse group often prefers something relaxed and comfortable with generous sizing. Collecting actual size information from attendees or team members — rather than guessing — is what separates a smooth experience from one full of complaints after the shirts arrive. They Choose Fabric That Matches the Event Not all t-shirt fabric is the same, and the wrong choice can undermine even the best design. Event organizers who get this right think about the setting and the season before they commit to a material. For outdoor events in warm weather, a lightweight cotton-poly blend is usually the smart move. It breathes well, holds its shape, and manages moisture better than heavy cotton. For indoor events or cooler weather, a slightly heavier cotton feels more premium and substantial in hand — which matters when the shirt doubles as a keepsake. 100% cotton is comfortable and familiar, but it wrinkles easily and can shrink with washing. Poly blends resist wrinkles, hold color better over time, and tend to feel more modern. Neither is universally better — it depends on what the event calls for. The feel of the shirt in someone's hands when they first receive it leaves an impression. Organizers who choose quality fabric make that first impression count. They Keep the Design Clean and Intentional There's a temptation when designing event t-shirts to fit in as much information as possible — the event name, the date, the location, the sponsors, the tagline, the website. The result is usually a cluttered shirt that tries to say everything and ends up communicating nothing clearly. The most effective event shirts have one strong focal point. Maybe it's a bold graphic, a clever phrase, or a clean logo treatment. Supporting details like the date or location can live on the back or sleeve in a smaller, secondary position. The front is prime real estate — it should do one thing well, not five things adequately. Color choice also plays a big role here. High contrast between the shirt color and the print color makes the design pop. Low contrast makes it disappear, especially from a distance or in photos. Organizers who think about how the shirt will look in group photos — not just on a hanger — tend to make smarter color decisions. They Order Samples and Proof Everything No matter how confident an organizer feels about a design, skipping the proofing stage is a risk not worth taking. Colors shift between digital screens and physical fabric. A font that looks clean at full zoom on a monitor can look cramped or illegible when printed on an actual shirt. Experienced event organizers always request a physical sample or at minimum a detailed digital proof before approving the full order. They check spelling, sizing, color accuracy, print placement, and overall proportions. They get a second set of eyes on it — because after staring at the same design for hours, it's easy to miss something obvious. Catching a mistake at the proof stage costs nothing. Catching it after 200 shirts have been printed is a much more painful lesson. They Plan the Timeline With Room to Spare Event planning already has enough moving parts. Custom t-shirt orders shouldn't be the thing that causes last-minute stress. Production timelines for custom apparel typically run two to four weeks, and that's before accounting for shipping, potential revisions, or sizing corrections. Organizers who treat the t-shirt order as an early priority — not something to handle once the bigger logistics are sorted — are the ones who show up on event day with everything ready. Those who leave it late often end up rushing, paying premium fees for expedited production, or worse, showing up without shirts at all. Building the order into the event planning timeline from the start is a small habit that makes a big difference. The Right Shirt Reflects the Event Itself At the end of the day, a custom event t-shirt is more than just something to wear on the day. It's a representation of the event itself — the effort that went into it, the community behind it, and the experience people are there to share. When organizers get the fit, feel, and look right, the shirt becomes something people actually want to wear again long after the event is over. That kind of staying power doesn't happen by accident. It happens when the right decisions are made from the start.

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I reckon this is the first early evening garden #cocktail of the year. It's a classic Margherita, accompanied by plain crisps, and an entertaining book, written by the brilliant Len Leighton, who died last month aged 97. Pip pip!

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#Cocktail - Joe Buck

60ml Jamaican Rum, 15ml Lime, squeeze Honey 5ml?, dash Angostura, dash Peychaud's, collins, ice, lime chunks, top with quality ginger beer like Fentimans or Belvoir.

Any old Jamaican, like Kingston, Appleton's. Should be funky so 50ml + 10ml Wray&Neph.

It's perfect […]

Sometimes you need to serve a #cocktail that matches the customer's #purse #cheers

Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Rusty Nail with Scotch and Drambuie for a classic, spirit forward cocktail with depth.

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Article by Susan L. Schwartz from A Lush Life Manual Learn how to make a Reset Spritz for a light, refreshing cocktail with a clean, modern profile.

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A mason jar filled with iced cold brew sits on a wooden surface. The drink is dark and topped with a thick swirl of whipped cream dusted with nutmeg. A black straw leans from the jar. A knitted cloth and an open book rest softly in the background, giving the scene a cozy, relaxed atmosphere.

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Cold brew with amaretto and chocolate liqueur, finished with thick nutmeg whipped cream. Rich, cool, and smooth in a way that feels luxurious. Every sip eases away the worries of the day. #TheOutpost #Cooking #Cooksky #Foodsky #Recipe #Coffee #Cocktail #ColdBrew

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Article by Alexandra Zinghini from australianbartender.com.au Above 7 Alfred in Melbourne’s CBD, Hunter St. Hospitality is opening Bar Ferdinand – a 21-seat cocktail bar led by Beverage Director Ali Toghani and Bar Manager Greg Thompson, landing on 22 April inside a heritage-listed 1885 building.

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Article by Patrick Pho from BOURBON & BANTER What makes BourbonCon unusual among major whiskey events is its origin story. It wasn’t launched by a nonprofit, a tourism bureau, or an industry group. BourbonCon was born inside a hotel.

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Article by Adrian Smith from Spirits - The Three Drinkers Milan is known as the fashion capital of the world. But for those in the know, that’s nothing new. The city, recent host to the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympic Games, has, in preparation, extended its fashion-forward grace beyond the realms of Valentino’s lace and Falconeri’s soft cashmere — into hosp

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Article by Beth Squires from The Whiskey Wash Glasgow Distillery launches three limited-edition Glasgow 1770 single malts finished in white port, Amarone, and Passito di Caluso casks. Available now from £62.

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Article by Kyle Swartz from Beverage Information Group Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola have launched their Jack & Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Flavors Pack, with three flavors.

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Article by Beth Squires from The Whiskey Wash Jim Beam unveils its "Home Field Advantage" campaign with Tim Howard for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, plus a limited-edition USSF bottle and fan activations nationwide.

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Article by Melissa Dowling from Beverage Information Group This botanical gin cocktail comes from Paper Plane in San Jose, CA. War of the Roses 1 ½ oz. Uncle Val's Botanical Gin¾ oz. Cocchi Rosa1 oz. Orgeat Here's the recipe for the War of the Roses gin cocktail from Paper Plane in San Jose, CA

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Article by Joshua M. Bernstein from VinePair Sam Calagione’s long, strange craft brewing trip started in 1995 when he co-founded Dogfish Head. The offbeat Milton, Del., brewery built buzz and sales by embracing quirky culinary ingredients like black limes and oat milk and unexpected collaborations with Wes Anderson, Pearl Jam, and Woolrich. Dogfish Head became a top-20 craft brewery in America in 2010, but in 2019, sales growth stopped and started trending downward the following year due to heightened competition in an increasingly localized, IPA-crazed market.

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Article by Mary Anne Porto from PUNCH How dirty should a dirty Martini be? Cocktail bars from Cecchi’s in New York to Bar Cecil in Palm Springs share how much olive brine they use.

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Article by VinePair Staff from VinePair For years, members of the trade and the press have wondered why the wine industry is so slow to adapt to new marketing strategies. Wine marketers continue to rely on the same playbooks and limit their outreach to legacy publications. Why can’t they be more nimble? While discussing the topic with other industry members at a recent event, The Quench Report writer Matt Rice decided to find the issue’s root cause. He researched where beverage marketers across wine, beer, and spirits verticals spent the majority of their careers.

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Article by frederic from cocktail virgin slut 3/4 oz Beefeater Gin (Tanqueray) 3/4 oz Amaro Ramazzotti 3/4 oz Swedish Punsch (Kronan) 3/4 oz Lemon Juice Shake with ice, strain into ...

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