Lindsey Johnson

After the succes of Maltstock 2009 Maltstock will be back in 2010!
Maltstock is a whisky gathering. You come to Maltstock for the whole weekend. We eat, drink, sleep and have a great tim all at the same location.

There will be free masterclasses again, bunk beds, breakfast, diner, BBQ, a big campfire, a whisky quiz and lot's of whisky. For...

Ever wonder how Dale Degroff earned the title of King Cocktail?

How have guys like Angus Winchester and Philip Duff become globetrotting, famed ambassadors for cocktails worldwide?

What factors have driven the success of cocktail legends like these, and what tools will the newest generation of bartenders use to ensure their own success?

Bars,...

Who of you will be attending Tales of the Cocktail this year???

Just wanted to get a ping out early for those of you who are making Tales arrangements soon, but the good folks at d.b.a. have given us the go-ahead for another little get-together on the Tuesday of Tales week.

Just like last year, we are certified by Det Norsk Veritas as Footloose and Sponsor-Free. The idea is a free-form hangout and tasting. ...

The Three Hour Tour
Around the world in Five Cocktails...
presented by The Tippling Point with 10 Cane Rum, Ardbeg Scotch, Belvedere Vodka, Hennessy Cognac, and Grand Marnier

On Sunday, May 16th during the Manhattan Cocktail Classic, set sail into the sunset on the Royal Princess Cruise Liner and slowly drift away to distant lands of luxury. Let...

Celebrate spring with Citadelle Gin and Bar Celona and join
us for a garden party featuring complimentary cocktails and tapas.

Come dressed in your spring fling finest. There will be prizes for best hat.

Thursday May 6th from 7-10pm.

RSVP to inquire@barcelonaloungenyc.com

It's nearly May. A lovely month for a party.

And after two days of rigorous education (http://www.cocktailkingdom.com/content/japanese-cocktail-technique) from Japanese master bartender, Kazuo Uyeda, you will be ready to play!

Join Suntory and Cocktail Kingdom at the Japanese Cocktail Technique After Party for a night of spring indulgence. ...

Cocktail Kingdom is excited to announce Japanese Cocktail Technique, a focused two-day event on the Japanese way of bartending. Kazuo Uyeda, Japan’s most famous bartender, will preside over the event on May 3rd and 4th, 2010 at the Hiro Ballroom in New York City. This will be Mr. Uyeda’s first appearance ever in New York and will coincide with...

Too many bartenders...too few livers.

Awesome cocktails, questionable company, and high quality toilet paper for the ladies (and the surliest of gentlemen).

It's high time we introduce all of you tarts to Dram. Come witness the magic with your hosts:

Thomas "Two Livers" Chadwick (Proprietor)
Frankie "Whiskers" Cisneros,...

Join us at Westside Tavern for a taste of Chilean wine and nibbles.

It's all free, but there are a limited number of spots. So, RSVP as soon as you can.

This Monday's Guest Bartender is Chartreuse brand ambassador Todd Richman for the Launching of Ilegal Mezcal. Ilegal Mezcal is the newest addition to the storied portfolio of Frederick Wildman and Sons. An artisanal Mezcal, made in the same tradition for four generations, the essence of Ilegal is Sun, Agave, Water and Time.

Check out...

This Monday we celebrate Citadelle Gin with a special guest appearance by Francois Zelbat from Citadelle Gin!
This is an extremely unique Gin that is coming out of the cognac region in France. It is an artisanally crafted Gin, distilled in cognac grade pot stills using a traditional open flame method, flavored with a special blend of 19...

Help fight supernatural thinking and the oppression of women, just by dressing immodestly!

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(For those who want a more serious explanation of the event, please go here: http://www.blaghag.com/2010/04/quick-clarification-about-boobquake.html)

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please take 30 seconds to vote on my drink so i can go to new orleans fo' free. Im broke ya'll!

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EVENT CANCELLED! Sorry, folks, we're sad, too. Please see Forrest's note below.


Hi-Time Agave Spirit Extravaganza
[Formally known as the Hi Time Tequila Tasting]
Hosted this year at:
Halecrest Park
3107 Killybrooke Lane
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Saturday April 24th from 5PM till 9PM

We Will Be Sampling Over 100 Different Agave Spirits
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Fostering Media Connections is hosting a happy hour in San Francisco. We will have drink specials as well as information on foster care and a video will be screened downstairs. Come learn about why foster care is so important to invest in and what you can do to help.

For more information: www.fosteringmediaconnections.org

Exclusive tasting hosted by Preiss Imports, introducing Adam Seger and his new spirit Hum, and signature cocktails created by Victoria D'amato.
Come explore the authenticity and breath of Preiss Imports World Class Spirits!
PLEASE RSVP TO: Rachel Buchinger
858-458-9172 x116 or email
rbuchinger@preissimports.com

Peter 'Handsome Pete' Gugni is leaving SF the end of April. He's going back to Chicago to open his own bar but first- Let's celebrate his good times ahead in Chicago Gangster/Italian Mafia style! Hope you can make it. Please pass this along and let's send Pete off in good SF fashion!

You're caught up on all the episodes of Lost, you just got paid, and you want to show off that bitchin' new outfit that you paid too much for at the vintage store off of Bedford Avenue. What better place than Don Pedro to hit it off with new creepy strangers, hug Dean Rispler, and listen to one of the best line-ups of New York's...

Come out Tuesday April 6th, and have some delicious Aviation cocktails by Portland Bartender Ryan Magarian.

Check below for just a sample of what he will be whipping up.

Cheers and hope to see you there!

Jimmy Blanc

Aviation Gin stirred with accents of Lillet Blanc and Dubonnet Rouge. Finished with a single magical dash of Regan’s No.6 Orange...

Sweet Spirit is The 24Seven Lab's annual scotch and chocolate tasting event. This year, Sweet Spirit is being sponsored by Laphroaig Distillery and La Maison du Chocolat

The tasting is hosted by Master Scotch Ambassador Simon Brooking, with special guest Michael Olsen of La Maison du Chocolat.

There are three ways to enjoy your scotch and...

Comp Drinks courtesy of Bols start at 8pm. Get there early and bring a friend!!!

Cruzan Rum, Plymouth Gin, and Wild Turkey help Rye House raise money for habitat for Humanity.

Please help Jim and I at Rye House along with Guest Cocktologists Jamie Gordon, Tobey Maloney, Matty Gee, Tiki Joe Desmond, and hopefully more to raise money for a great cause.

Live Performance from Mr Ho's Orchestrotica 7pm

Tiki Drink tickets...

Hey Folks!!!

I'm happy to announce the 4th annual Hangover Party at Beerland on Sunday during SXSW. Come drown your headaches with some intoxicating libations and tunes!

Panache Hangover Party
Sunday 3/21 @ Beerland 711 Red River Street Austin TX
FREE // TWO STAGES!!!! // CHEAP DRINKS!
Doors at 11am!


12:00 pm Baths (stage)
12:30pm ...

2010 will be better than 2009! Last year's SXSW day party was incredible, but this year's will feature an outdoor stage AND an indoor stage.

OUTDOOR:
12:00 - 12:25 Blair
12:45 - 1:10 Savoir Adore
1:30 - 1:55 - Dawes
2:15 - 2:40 - Joan Of Arc
3:00 - 3:25 - Jukebox the Ghost
3:45 - 4:10 - Free Energy
4:30 - 4:55 - The Middle East
5:15...