January 1, 2026

Cocktail Trends

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces 2025 Cocktail Apprentice Program® Maison Ferrand Rocky Yeh CAP Bar 5-Day Scholarship Recipients

Four members of the Foundation’s Cocktail Apprentice Program (CAP) have been awarded scholarships for BAR 5-Day Spirits & Mixology Certification Program. Each year, Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) offers members of its Cocktail Apprentice Program (CAP) exclusive opportunities, such as applying for the Maison Ferrand Rocky Yeh CAP Bar 5-Day Scholarship to participate in…

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Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces 2025 Cocktail Apprentice Program® Maison Ferrand Rocky Yeh CAP Bar 5-Day Scholarship Recipients

Mixology & Recipes

5 months ago

Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces “Pour of Couture” Competition Winner Presented by Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whisky

NEW ORLEANS, LA (December 18, 2025) – Tales of the Cocktail Foundation is proud to announce Will Thompson, representing Sunny’s Miami as the winner of Pour of Couture presented by Johnnie Walker, the inaugural continental U.S. bartender competition inspired by the worlds of haute couture and Scotch whisky blending. Launched earlier this year, Pour of…

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Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces “Pour of Couture” Competition Winner Presented by Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whisky

Mixology & Recipes

5 months ago

Safecracker | VinePair

The Story Behind The Safecracker First stirred up by Matt Piacentini, owner of NYC cocktail bar The Up & Up, the Safecracker gets its name from Gian Maria Volonté’s character, El Indio, in the 1965 Western, “For a Few Dollars More.” In the film, Volonté — an Italian actor — portrays a Mexican outlaw who…

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Mixology & Recipes

5 months ago

The RumChata Spiced Nog | VinePair

The Story Behind The RumChata Spiced Nog You’re just a few ingredients away from a festive cocktail perfect for serving at any holiday gathering. Cream of coconut, spiced rum, and RumChata come together harmoniously when topped with freshly grated nutmeg. Sip in glassware of your liking, or add an extra touch of elegance by breaking…

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