Step inside and if you listen closely, you can hear it—the clink of glass, the shake of ice, the bursts of laughter, the roar of celebration. It’s a cacophony of cocktails…at one time a Strauss waltz, another a Herrmann score. Even if you wanted to resist it, the pull is too strong. From the over-the-top
The fifth edition of the event, conceived and directed by Paola Mencarelli under the patronage of the Municipality of Venice, in collaboration with Venezia Unica and with the support of Vela, will take place in the finest Hotel Bars and Cocktail Bars of the Serenissima from Wednesday, October 21 to Sunday, October 25, 2026, to
Step inside and if you listen closely, you can hear it—the clink of glass, the shake of ice, the bursts of laughter, the roar of celebration. It’s a cacophony of cocktails…at one time a Strauss waltz, another a Herrmann score. Even if you wanted to resist it, the pull is too strong. From the over-the-top
Step inside and if you listen closely, you can hear it—the clink of glass, the shake of ice, the bursts of laughter, the roar of celebration. It’s a cacophony of cocktails…at one time a Strauss waltz, another a Herrmann score. Even if you wanted to resist it, the pull is too strong. From the over-the-top
After the success of the first edition, Barcelona Hotel Bar Week (BHBW) will return at the end of September 2026 with a calendar full of events and international guests. The world’s first cocktail week entirely dedicated to hotel bars confirms itself as one of the most anticipated events of the year. From September 21 to
From 12-20 June 2026, six East London best-loved bars will serve Boatyard x Cocchi Martinis as part of a walkable cocktail trail celebrating the drink of the moment. In celebration of World Martini Day, Boatyard Distillery and Cocchi Vermouth have joined forces to launch The East London Martini Map, a week-long initiative which embraces the
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The Heart of the Hotel: Aleph Rome Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Italy
Step inside and if you listen closely, you can hear it—the clink of glass, the shake of ice, the bursts of laughter, the roar of celebration. It’s a cacophony of cocktails…at one time a Strauss waltz, another a Herrmann score. Even if you wanted to resist it, the pull is too strong. From the over-the-top
Bourbon lovers know that the mash bill plays a crucial role in defining a whiskey’s flavor. While traditional bourbon contains at least 51% corn, high-rye bourbons use a significant portion of rye as the secondary grain. This results in a spicier, bolder profile with peppery and herbal notes that contrast beautifully with the bourbon’s natural
Toasted barrel bourbon is a whiskey that undergoes a secondary aging process in a specially toasted (rather than charred) barrel. This method, inspired by winemaking traditions, involves gently heating the oak to bring out caramelized sugars and rich, nuanced flavors. The result? A smoother, sweeter, and more complex bourbon experience. Toasted barrel finishes often introduce
Fruit cocktails are some of the easiest drinks to love because they bring colour, freshness, and a little bit of fun to the glass. Done properly, they taste balanced and bright rather than overly sweet, with fresh fruit adding texture, aroma, and plenty of personality. From tropical classics to citrus-heavy refreshers and berry-filled favourites, fruit