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  • Creating the Perfect Wine List can be Easier than You Think

    The importance of choosing the perfect wines for your venue’s wine list cannot be denied but it can also be a daunting task, especially because the list of good wines available in Australia is so vast.

    It is important that when developing the wine menu you take into consideration your guests, your food and your venue, staying true to all of these.

    Learn more here.

    Also remember that wherever alcohol is served, staff must complete Responsible Service of Alcohol training, even waitrons serving wine and sommeliers.

     

     

  • Easy, Refreshing Lemon Drop Martini recipe

    When it comes to Martinis its got to be delicious and easy to make – this recipe ticks all the right boxes.

     

  • Government Crackdown on Alcohol Promotions

    Authorities in NSW are concered about what they deem as “dangerous” alcohol promotions.

    Officials say they are honing in on dangerous promotions and giant martinis and alcohol laden lollies are the latest on their radar.

    The Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing released a list of reckless alcohol promotions for the last financial year.

    Of the 100 cases investigated, the OLGR issued 44 bans or restrictions.

    Read more at http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-09-01/giant-martinis-and-alcohol-laden-lollies-on-the-hit-list-of-liq/6740810

  • Worries about Brisbane Vapour Alcohol Bar

    With health experts condemning it, a Brisbane show director has defended the vapour cloud bar where guests absorb alcohol through their eyes and lungs.

    We first heard of the concept when it began in London but it recently made its way to our shores as part of the Fear & Delight dinner and stage show at the Brisbane Festival.

    Scott Maidment, the show’s director said this isn’t a way to get people drunk but rather present them with a new and stimulating experience.

    Read more at http://www.news.com.au/national/breaking-news/brisbane-vapour-alcohol-bar-sparks-concern/story-e6frfku9-1227508874685

  • Bloody Mary Gets A Makeover

    A bloody mary is probably one of the only alcoholic drinks you can order fairly early in the day without get a look of surprise and judgement from your server, but they can become boring. A video I found recently gave me some cool ideas about how to transform the old bloody mary.

    It may be a good way to help a hangover but with these extreme garnishes you’re going to want to get the party started all over again…

     

  • Nifty New Gadget Saves Your Bottle of Wine

    Have you ever had to throw away a bottle of expensive wine because you couldn’t finish the entire bottle and once it was opened it became spoiled? Well this new gadget may save your next bottle of wine, especially if you just want one glass and then want to save the rest.

    The gadget called the Coravin will pierce through the wine bottle’s cork, allowing the argon to pressurize the bottle. You can then pour the wine through the needle and cork into the glass.

    Once you’re done pouring simply extract the needle from the cork and the bottle will reseal, saving it from oxidization, pretty cool!

    More here.

  • Forget About Its Strange Name and Give This A Try

    The name of this drink conjures up the idea of a bitter, awful tasting liquid in my head, but despite the name this drink is delicious. Ignore its medicine-look and give it a try today, even if it doesn’t have the same healing properties as the name (and appearance) eludes to…

    Ingredients needed:

    • 60ml. blended scotch 
    • 22ml. lemon juice
    • 22ml honey syrup 
    • 3 slices of fresh ginger
    • 7.5ml Isay Single malt scotch or similar

    Method:

    1. Muddle ginger in shaker
    2. Add blended Scotch, lemon, and syrup and shake with ice
    3. Strain into an ice filled old fashioned
    4. Float Islay Scotch on top

    Source: http://www.tuxedono2.com/penicillin-cocktail-recipe

     

  • Take Your Ale Drinking to the Next Level with This

    There’s a new device on the market, that you can order online from The USA, promised to enhance your enjoyment of your beer.

    The gadget fits on the rim of your glass and is filled with hops (used to make beer). The smell of the hops in the HopBlast combined with the smell of your beer takes your enjoyment of the beer to the next level.

    Read more at https://www.alcoholprofessor.com/blog/2015/08/19/beer-gadget-alert-hopblast/

    Or order at http://www.hopblast.co/

  • Fun Alcoholic Cocktail Recipe

    Who said cocktails always have to be the same old combinations? Sometimes you just want something new and fun and at those times, this is the perfect cocktail to try – A Jack and Coke Float

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    Source: TheDrinkBlog.com

    What you need:

    • Jack Daniels
    • Coca-cola
    • vanilla ice cream
    • tall glass (or mason jar as in the pic)

    What to do:

    1. Put a scoop of ice cream into your glass.
    2. Pour Jack Daniels on top.
    3. Top with Coke.
    4. Garnish with a chocolate chip cookie.

    Voila, a delicious drink/dessert combo that will definately remind you of your childhood!

  • Importance of Responsible Service of Alcohol Highlighted in The Hunter

    The NSW government is sending a strong message to licensees that reckless alcohol promotions and the sale of alcohol to minors will not be tolerated, having sanctioned the New Castle Hotel and suspended the license of a liquor store on the central coast.

    Parliamentary secretary for the Hunter, Scot MacDonald said the government made no apologies for its actions because the wellbeing of the community is the main priority.

    These incidents highlight the importance of responsible service of alcohol and avoiding the promotion of binge drinking.

    Read more at http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-09-05/secretary-for-the-hunter-says-reckless-alcohol-promotions-won2/6752168