Source: Travel - Ask any American. They will tell you, in no uncertain terms, that the cocktail was an entirely American invention. But exactly what, beyond the ice, is so American about a drink of British gin and Italian or French vermouth mixed by an Irish or German immigrant?More>>

Looking to brush up on your mixology knowledge in 2013? You’re in luck! New Orleans’ “Spirited Restaurant” SoBou has partnered with Museum of the American Cocktail (MOTAC) to host a series of monthly seminars.More>>

December 20th is considered to be National Sangria Day. It’s a day set aside to honor the great beverage that originated in Spain, yet appeals to people around the world.More>>

Technomic, the premier resource for actionable adult beverage information, tapped its analysts, consultants and experts to highlight the trends shaping the drinks business in 2013. More>>

Renowned Bar and Nightclub Consultant Jon Taffer to Bring His Expertise and Attitude to Twenty Failing Drinking Establishments Nationwide.More>>

Casa Noble, a boutique tequila distillery with one of the finest ultra-premium spirits portfolios in the world, hosted the finals of its “Noble Places” Specialty Cocktail Competition at House of Blues Las Vegas on November 9.More>>

The Challenges are open to all spirits and wines from around the world, regardless if the brand has a U.S. distributor.More>>

Top New York City Bartenders Shake, Muddle and Roll for the Gold in Local Bartender Competition, Sponsored by PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur. More>>

Like the city’s mayor who liked his job so much he took it on two more times, New York City will become, on November 4th, a third time host for the nationally renowned all-female speed bartending charity competition, Speed Rack. More>>

The Green Chicago Restaurant Coalition (GCRC) and Green Seal announce the launch of the Green Seal Pilot Standard for Sustainable Chicago Restaurants and Food Services. More>>