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The Best Cocktail Books of 2015: Part Two

By thirstyinla On December 28, 2015 · Add Comment · In Books, Reviews
Read on for Part Two of our guide to the best cocktail books of 2015.
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Thirsty in NOLA: Tales of the Cocktail 2013 Part Two

By thirstyinla On August 6, 2013 · 1 Comment · In Events, Tastings
CONTINUED FROM THIRSTY IN NOLA: TALES OF THE COCKTAIL 2013 PART ONE The second half of Tales of the Cocktail 2013 would bring a few surprises, including drinks from a New Orleans legend, an unexpected tasting, a blended Martinez, as well as the annual Spirited Awards and Pig & Punch. DAY THREE Friday began with [...]
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Thirsty in NOLA: Tales of the Cocktail 2012

By thirstyinla On July 22, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
Bartenders, spirits brands, imbibers, foodies and the sturdiest livers from around the world are heading to New Orleans this week for the 10th Annual Tales of the Cocktail.
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Employees Only Onstage

Employees Only Named World’s Best Cocktail Bar at the 2011 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards

By thirstyinla On July 25, 2011 · 5 Comments · In Uncategorized
The Big Apple felt right at home in The Big Easy, thanks to six New York-based nominees taking home trophies at the Fifth Annual Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards. Leading the way for New York was Employees Only, which won the awards for World’s Best Cocktail Bar and World’s Best Drinks Selection.
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Pierre Ferrand 1840 Original Formula Cognac

Pierre Ferrand Launches 1840 Original Formula Cognac at Tales of the Cocktail

By thirstyinla On July 16, 2011 · 2 Comments · In Events
Pierre Ferrand Cognac is releasing the 1840 Original Formula, a revival of the classic three-star cognac, at the 2011 Tales of the Cocktail. The 1840 was developed by Pierre Ferrand proprietor Alexandre Gabriel and cellar master Christian Guerin, with help from spirits and cocktail historian David Wondrich.
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Absolut Sensory Analysis Workshop: Part 1

By thirstyinla On December 30, 2010 · Add Comment · In Events, Tastings
The Absolut Sensory Analysis Workshop is an eight-hour educational and dining experience designed to re-engage vodka with the craft bartender community.
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Holidaze 2010: Words to Drink By

By thirstyinla On December 15, 2010 · 2 Comments · In Books
Let’s assume your favorite imbiber already owns the Holy Trinity of modern cocktail books: The Essential Cocktail, Imbibe!, and The Joy of Mixology. (If he or she doesn’t, read no further; you know what to do.) Following are gift ideas that will appeal not just to the cocktail geeks on your list, but history buffs [...]
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Cocktails Go Dutch with Bols Genever

By thirstyinla On July 10, 2010 · 2 Comments · In Reviews
With the Netherlands reaching the World Cup final for the first time since 1978, the genever is sure to be flowing this Sunday, and mixologists and cocktail enthusiasts alike will be reaching for Bols Genever. Founded in 1575 by the Lucas Bols family, Bols Distilleries is the leading producer of genever, aka Holland Gin or [...]
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Beefeater 24 and the Pegu Club

By thirstyinla On May 31, 2010 · 2 Comments · In Reviews
A few years ago, Master Distiller Desmond Payne was given a task that must have seemed at once exhilarating and daunting: take the legendary Beefeater London Dry Gin and create a new, super premium gin for the modern global cocktail culture. Payne had to keep Beefeater’s original nine botanicals, the botanicals had to steep for [...]
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Winners of the 2010 Ultimate Cocktail Challenge Announced

By thirstyinla On April 27, 2010 · 2 Comments · In Uncategorized
~ The winning spirits have been announced for the inaugural Ultimate Cocktail Challenge (UCC), held on April 12-14 at New York’s Astor Center. The competition was presented by Ultimate Beverage Challenge, a New York-based beverage competitions and events company founded by Judging Chairman F. Paul Pacult. Following on the Ultimate Spirits Challenge held earlier this [...]
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@thirstyinla and @clairemallett are back this Sunday, March 7 with another edition of ABTG on Clubhouse! 
Inspired by a comment during last week’s session, for this week’s topic we’d love to hear about bars that feature art - especially bartender art - as a part of the guest experience, whether it’s exhibiting local artists, murals on the walls, live music, DJs and more.
Stop by the ABTG Room starting at 3pm PST.

🖼 @fultonmarketkitchen - ABTG Chicago host venue
🇯🇲 @jammylandlv - reopening Thursday, March 4!
🎧 @nola_art_bar - “Drop It DJ” by @patrickhenryarts
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FRIDAY! 5pm PST!
we are so excited to have our homie CJ Catalano (@repealcocktails) as our first special guest joining us LIVE from @golddiggersla for a conversation and cocktail lesson! CJ is currently the beverage director at the luxurious @fairmontcenturyplaza in Los Angeles. besides being extremely handsome his worthy talents have taken him across the country and we’re so psyched to have him on the show for what will definitely be an informative experience. we’ll throw that link in our bio as we get closer to friday.
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donations to the show will be sent to Art Beyond The Glass (@abtghq), an organization that gives artist bartenders opportunities to showcase their art through events. throughout the pandemic, they have shifted their focus to bartender aid and we are happy to raise a little $ for a noble cause!
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    Looking forward to chatting with Dan Glover, found Looking forward to chatting with Dan Glover, founder of @lobjetwines! A former music industry professional turned wine connoisseur, Dan will be tasting me through his 2012 and 2016 L’Objet Noir; 2018 L’Objet Cuvée (Zinfandel, Petite Syrah, Merlot blend), and 2018 Sauvignon Blanc.
Join us at 4pm PST on Wednesday, March 3 for the interview, which will stream on the Thirsty in LA Facebook page. Cheers! 🍷 #thirstyinla #lobjetwines #winewednesday
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I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since I’ve been behind the bar. Until things open back up, I’ll just keep drawing naked ladies posed with classic cocktails. 
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Set of 4 postcards (recipes on back), 4x6”, Available in my shop.  #bartender #bartending #cocktails
    Updated vaccination info for food service workers Updated vaccination info for food service workers and more! 😷
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Learn more about how people in the newly eligible groups can get vaccinated starting March 1. 

For more information on who is eligible and required documentation, visit:  ph.lacounty.gov/VaccineAppointment

- Food Service Workers
- Grocery Store Workers
- Early Care and Education (Note that private nannies and babysitters are not eligible)
- Public School Districts
- Independent Schools
- Food Manufacturing Workers
- Port Workers
- Farm Workers
    A Negroni Cocktail Kit that looks like a DJ flight A Negroni Cocktail Kit that looks like a DJ flight case? SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY 🎧🥃 #thirstyinla #negroni
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Special edition 🍊 Negroni MixBox! Coming soon in our new online shop @barhaus_boutique @sophie_darling_ #watchthisspace #negronitime #anytimeanyplaceanywhere #campari #cocchi #classic #limitededition #madebyhand #madeinbrighton
    Pull up a cocktail and join us on Sunday! 🍸#thi Pull up a cocktail and join us on Sunday! 🍸#thirstyinla
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ABTG Co-Founder @thirstyinla & Art Curator @clairemallett will be hosting the first Art Beyond the Glass chat on @joinclubhouse this Sunday, Feb. 28! Join them starting at 3pm Pacific 📞 #abtgla
    Can’t wait to visit! #thirstyinla #traveltuesday Can’t wait to visit! #thirstyinla #traveltuesday
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We built this beautiful little independent family owned & operated cocktail bar less than a year ago to share our passion for hospitality and quality cocktails. It makes us very proud to be nominated for Best Cocktails and Best Bar in @405mag 2021 Best of the 405 after such a short time open and a difficult time for the service industry as a whole. Thank you for your support and go vote for all your favorites of the 405 now. Link in bio

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