Tales of the Cocktail

GLENN HOWERTON, ROB MCELHENNEY, AND CHARLIE DAY'S FOUR WALLS IRISH AMERICAN WHISKEY COMING TO A BAR NEAR YOU

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Walls, the Irish American whiskey brand founded by Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, and Charlie Day, is headed for bars everywhere and is now available to order online at FourWallsWhiskey.com.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Walls, the Irish American whiskey brand founded by Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, and Charlie Day, is headed for bars everywhere and is now available to order online at FourWallsWhiskey.com .
  • Four Walls is a tribute to the four walls the gang calls home, the bar, and was initially sold as a limited edition release, raising money for the bartending community.
  • Following the success of the limited drop, Glenn, Rob, and Charlie began exploring ways to make a new version of Irish American whiskey, distilled as much for Saturday night as Tuesday afternoon.
  • The 80-proof Irish American Whiskey blend is smooth enough for shots and is blended with an award-winning American Rye to hold up in cocktails - a true utility whiskey.

Balcones Distilling Wins Whiskey of The Year Award

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

WACO, Texas, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Balcones Distilling's Texas 1 Single Malt was awarded the highest honor of Whiskey of the Year at the New Orleans Spirits Competition presented by Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, which unveiled the 2023 award winners on Tuesday, July 25th. In addition to this recognition, Balcones Distilling received category Double Gold for Balcones Texas 1 Single Malt, which means it was named Best American Single Malt, as well as Best Single Malt overall. To add to the list, Balcones Lineage Texas Single Malt also won Gold in the Whiskey category.

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  • WACO, Texas, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Balcones Distilling's Texas 1 Single Malt was awarded the highest honor of Whiskey of the Year at the New Orleans Spirits Competition presented by Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, which unveiled the 2023 award winners on Tuesday, July 25th.
  • In addition to this recognition, Balcones Distilling received category Double Gold for Balcones Texas 1 Single Malt, which means it was named Best American Single Malt, as well as Best Single Malt overall.
  • To add to the list, Balcones Lineage Texas Single Malt also won Gold in the Whiskey category.
  • "Tales of the Cocktail is a fantastic event and it's a huge honor to take home any medal in The New Orleans Spirits Competition," said Jared Himstedt, head distiller at Balcones Distilling.

TEMPLETON DISTILLERY DEBUTS TEQUILA CASK FINISH AT TALES OF THE COCKTAIL

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Templeton Distillery introduced Tequila Cask Finish to trade and spirits industry professionals at Tales of the Cocktail this week.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Templeton Distillery introduced Tequila Cask Finish to trade and spirits industry professionals at Tales of the Cocktail this week.
  • Templeton Rye Tequila Cask Finish will be on shelves this September and is hugely anticipated.
  • An outlet for innovation, our limited-release cask finish series offers an annual unique twist on what rye can be.
  • Templeton Rye Tequila Cask Finish was inspired by the synergies and shared experiences of tradition in each small town; Templeton, IA and Guanajuato, MX.

Atlantis Paradise Island Opens Innovative, Latest, Leading New Restaurants and Bars Throughout the Resort

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlantis Paradise Island announces a series of major developments within its dining roster just ahead of its milestone 25th anniversary of the iconic Royal Towers. The world-famous resort destination is internationally recognized and loved for its extraordinary marine life, celebrated pink architecture, luxurious guest rooms, suites and amenities, and impressive dining experiences. The acclaimed resort is raising the threshold again as it launches a dazzling array of new food and beverage offerings opening this fall and next year.

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  • Chef White will join chefs Nobu Matsuhisa (Nobu) and Jos Andrs (Fish) in establishing Atlantis as the only resort destination in the region with three Michelin star-rated chefs.
  • Shake Shack Atlantis will offer the brand's signature made-to-order American classics- Angus beef burgers, crispy chicken, hand-spun milkshakes and house-made lemonades- alongside exclusives found only at Shake Shack Atlantis.
  • Before Le Jules Verne, he worked at Michelin-starred restaurants L'Atelier Joel Robuchon Saint Germain, L'Orangerie and Le Pre Catalan in Paris.
  • Atlantis Paradise Island, a lush, oceanside resort located on Paradise Island in The Bahamas, is a dynamic destination launched over 25 years ago as a first-of-its-kind modern marvel of nature and engineering.

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces Partnership With Singapore Tourism Board to spotlight Singapore's bartenders and vibrant drinks scene

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Monday, July 25, 2022

NEW ORLEANS, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF), organizer of the drinks industry's leading conference for exchanging new ideas, products, and techniques, Tales of the Cocktail, today announces a partnership with Singapore Tourism Board (STB).

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  • NEW ORLEANS, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF), organizer of the drinks industry's leading conference for exchanging new ideas, products, and techniques, Tales of the Cocktail, today announces a partnership with Singapore Tourism Board (STB).
  • The Singapore x Tales collaboration marks TOTCF's physical footprint in Asia to continue its mission of educating, supporting and advancing the global drinks industry.
  • This partnership will further awareness and excitement of the vibrant bars and talents in Singapore for the global bar community and consumers.
  • "With 23 different Singapore establishments featured throughout the Spirited Awards' 16-year history, the city's cocktail scene is undoubtedly regarded as one of the best in the world.

Massimo Zitti takes honourable title of Diageo World Class Canada Bartender of the Year 2022

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

The Canadian winner will represent their country at the Diageo World Class Global competition in Sydney, Australia this coming September

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  • The Canadian winner will represent their country at the Diageo World Class Global competition in Sydney, Australia this coming September
    TORONTO, May 4, 2022 /CNW/ - WORLD CLASS CANADA has crowned Massimo Zitti as the World Class Canada Bartender of the Year 2022.
  • Following this thrilling win, Massimo will go on to represent Canada at the WORLD CLASS Global competition, in Sydney, Australia this September.
  • Diageo's WORLD CLASS challenges are crafted to showcase the five key characteristics it takes to be a World Class bartender: hosting, craft, flavour analysis, knowledge and World Class advocacy.
  • Diageo WORLD CLASS is transforming fine drinking experiences and cocktail culture around the world and in the home.

Hanna Lee Communications, Award-Winning PR Agency, Announces Launch of "Hospitality Forward," Its First Podcast Series, Which Gives Back to the Hospitality & Travel Community

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

"What can we do to help our beloved hospitality and travel industry that is facing incredible challenges?"

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  • "What can we do to help our beloved hospitality and travel industry that is facing incredible challenges?"
  • "On our show, we address every aspect of the hospitality industry: food, wine, spirits, beer, cocktails, bars, restaurants, hotels and travel destinations.
  • "Hanna and Michael love and work for this community tirelessly," says Caroline Nabors Rosen, President, Tales of the Cocktail Foundation.
  • Hanna Lee Communications, Inc. is an award-winning PR and marketing agency specialized in hospitality, travel, bars, restaurants, spirits, craft beer and luxury lifestyle.

Rabbit Hole Kicks Off #2DreamInside Campaign with Contribution to Tales of the Cocktail Foundation

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020

Rabbit Hole is kick starting #2DreamInside with a $50,000 donation for direct COVID-19 financial relief to the bar industry in partnership with Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, to benefit bartenders in the Tales of the Cocktail network.

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  • Rabbit Hole is kick starting #2DreamInside with a $50,000 donation for direct COVID-19 financial relief to the bar industry in partnership with Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, to benefit bartenders in the Tales of the Cocktail network.
  • So, we've partnered with the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation to launch the #2dreaminside campaign.
  • Follow Rabbit Hole on Instagram @Rabbit Hole and Facebook @ Rabbit Hole Distillery.
  • Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is the global leader in spirits education and a platform to tackle issues facing the industry.

Select Aperitivo Unveils Bottle Redesign at Tales of the Cocktail, Revives the Brand's Classic 1920s Packaging

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018

The new packaging was introduced during Tales of the Cocktail 2018, the world's premier cocktail festival in New Orleans.

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  • The new packaging was introduced during Tales of the Cocktail 2018, the world's premier cocktail festival in New Orleans.
  • "We are reviving our classic packaging to celebrate the rich legacy of our brand, while incorporating new, modern elements to set the stage for the future of Select Aperitivo."
  • Select Aperitivo is the classic Venetian aperitif and was created in 1920 in the Castello district at Pilla Distilleries, a place renowned for the art of liquor making.
  • A precise selection of 30 botanicals undergo a complex process to achieve the distinctive, well-balanced bittersweet taste of Select Aperitivo.