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  • Study Investigating Impacts of Alcohol Regulations Underway

    A study is currently underway at the University of Wollongong investigating the effects of alcohol regulations including the lockouts in NSW that have caused such contention and recent protests.

    The impacts of alcohol and drug regulations on usage patterns, crime rates, traffic accidents and workplace productivity are being studied by academics at the university’s Faculty of Business. Researchers are also investigating the unexpected impacts of the regulations and whether laws affected crime rates in other parts of the city.

    Read more at: http://media.uow.edu.au/releases/UOW201277.html

  • Learn 21 Ways to Open a Bottle

    Short of a bottle opener? There are many more ways to open a bottle and they are way cooler.

    Learn 21 ways to open a beer in this video.

     

  • The Scientific Key to the Perfect Cocktail

    Nowadays bartenders aren’t just bartenders but mixologists and cocktails involve more than just throwing a bunch of ingredients into a glass with some ice, there’s an art to it and there are thousands of combinations.

    But is there one singular key crucial to a good cocktail? According to science, there is and its ice.

    The perfect temperature is apparently the key to the perfect cocktail and you acheive this with ice.

    To find out more visit Esquire.com or watch the video below:

     

  • This is how Beer Cans are Made

    This video shows the making of the hhumble beer can. Whether you prefer your beer out of a bottle, a keg or a can you’ll appreciate what goes into the making of a beer can.

     

  • Turning Kitchen Ingredients into Cocktails

    It may sound unusual but if you’re an adventurous drinker this is the cocktail for you.

    The Artichoke Negroni Created by Gastronomista

    The recipe involved first soaking the artichokes in a mixture of gin.

    • 45ml. Artichoke Gin
    • 45ml. Cocchi Americano Bianco
    • 30ml. Cynar
    1. Stir with ice and strain into a low-ball glass with a large ice cube.
    2. Squeeze grapefruit peel over cocktail releasing the citrus oils and swipe the rim of the glass with the peel.
    3. Fold the peel into a petal, skewer with a quarter of a fresh baby artichoke, and float on the surface of the cocktail.  Enjoy!

    Source:: http://www.gastronomista.com/2014/04/artichoke-negroni.html#comment-1331957787

  • Perfect Summer Popsicles

    Who said popsicles were only for children? As the weather heats up, our refreshments tend to cool down, so this is a perfect one to try now!

    It’s a double layered popsicle, and it looks as cool as it takes.

    To create the 1st layer:

    30ml. White Rum such as Bacardi Superior
    90ml. Coconut Milk
    60ml. Coconut Water
    Toasted Coconut Shavings to taste

    Method: Shake in a Cocktail Tin, and Pour into Popsicle Molds and let freeze.

    For the 2nd Layer:

    1 Cup Baked Cherries*
    60ml.  Extra Dark Rum such as Bacardi Black
    150ml. Coconut Milk
    20 Dashes Barrel Aged Bitters

    Method: Blend on full speed untill all fruit is chopped. Pour into popsicle molds, add popsicle sticks, and freeze.

    Source: http://www.gastronomista.com/2015/08/rummy-cherry-colada-popsicles.html

  • 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

  • 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…