Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, House of Suntory Launch TOTC Kaizen Challenge

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation’s Kaizen Challenge presented by The House of Suntory Dojo, an immersive bartender development program rooted in Japanese culture and craftsmanship. Designed in partnership with Julia Momose and Hidetsugu Ueno around the Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, or “Kaizen,” the…

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Badger Bevs Debuts 2 New Mixers Ahead of Bar Convent Brooklyn

Badger Bevs is expanding its lineup with the introduction of two new flavors: Cucumber Celery and Yuzu Lime. The new offerings will debut this June, just ahead of the brand’s presence as the exclusive mixer partner of Bar Convent Brooklyn (BCB), one of the industry’s most influential gatherings of bartenders and beverage professionals. Launched in 2022 by Founder…

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Mount Gay Partners with Devereux Golf

Mount Gay, the world’s oldest operating rum distillery, partners with Devereux Golf, a modern golf and lifestyle brand, for the debut of The Mount Gay x Devereux Golf Course Collection, a capsule collection designed for today’s golfer. Uniting centuries-old craftsmanship with a contemporary rule-breaking approach to golf and leisure, the premium collection is crafted to feel…

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ALB Vodka Expands into Publix Across SE

ALB Vodka, a premium vodka brand produced in Albany, New York, today announced its expansion into Publix stores across the Southeast. The launch will significantly broaden the brand’s retail footprint, introducing ALB Vodka to consumers across one of the country’s most important beverage markets. “Expanding into Publix is a major milestone for ALB Vodka,” said…

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Synth and Surf Saloon: Cruel World 2025 Recap

On the latest episode of the Synth & Surf Saloon podcast, I recap the 2025 Cruel World Festival in Pasadena, California, featuring New Order, Devo, The Go-Go’s, Nation of Language, Clan of Xymox, Midge Ure, OMD, Actors, and others. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or iHeart Podcasts.