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Daniel Zacharczuk at Bibo Ergo Sum

Six Degrees of Daniel Zacharczuk

By thirstyinla On January 14, 2019 · 1 Comment · In Interviews, Stories
Bibo Ergo Sum GM Daniel Zacharczuk has quietly helped open some of the best bars in Los Angeles over the last decade.
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Copita of Del Maguey Mezcal

The Stigi Heard ‘Round the World: Del Maguey Mezcal 20th Anniversary

By thirstyinla On March 10, 2015 · Add Comment · In Events
On March 14, 2015, Ron Cooper is inviting friends and family around the world to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal.
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Highland Park Dark Origins

Highland Park Adds Dark Origins to Its Range of Core Expressions

By thirstyinla On October 19, 2014 · 1 Comment · In Reviews, Tastings
Inspired by its infamous founder Magnus Eunson, Highland Park has added Dark Origins to its acclaimed range of core expressions.
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Eric Alperin at The Varnish

The Varnish Celebrates 5 Years, Launches Bartender Reunion Series

By thirstyinla On February 21, 2014 · Add Comment · In Events
Time flies when you’re having fun: The Varnish is celebrating its five-year anniversary on Monday, Feb. 24, 2014. For this special event, two of The Varnish partners, Eric Alperin and Sasha Petraske, will be mixing cocktails from 7pm to 11pm. As part of the festivities, The Varnish is serving a complimentary Anniversary Punch made with [...]
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Eric Alperin at The Varnish

2013 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards Finalists Announced

By thirstyinla On June 2, 2013 · Add Comment · In Books, Events, Products
The Top Four Finalists have been announced for the 7th Annual Spirited Awards, taking place on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at the 11th annual Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans.
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Niki Lindgren at The Varnish

The Varnish Celebrates 4 Years, Harvard & Stone 2-Year Anniversary, Big Bar on Fire

By thirstyinla On February 22, 2013 · 1 Comment · In Events
From anniversary events at The Varnish and Harvard & Stone, to the latest edition of Novo Fogo’s Bars on Fire, the week of February 24th is going to be a busy one.
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Death of the 18th Amendment by 1933 Group

Party Like It’s 1933: Repeal Day Events in Los Angeles

By thirstyinla On December 2, 2012 · 1 Comment · In Events
Repeal Day is celebrated every December 5th to honor the repeal of the 18th Amendment, which ended Prohibition. Bars across Los Angeles are featuring drink specials and events to help you party like it’s 1933.
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The Varnish - 2012 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards

Tales of the Cocktail 2012: Los Angeles Toasts The Varnish at the Spirited Awards

By thirstyinla On August 12, 2012 · 9 Comments · In Events
On Saturday of the 10th Annual Tales of the Cocktail, two events loomed large on the itinerary: Pig & Punch and the 2012 Spirited Awards.
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Second Line - Tales of the Cocktail

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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La Descarga - Tales of the Cocktail 2012 Spirited Awards Finalist

2012 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards Finalists Announced

By thirstyinla On June 11, 2012 · 4 Comments · In Books, Events, Products
The Top 4 Finalists have been announced for the 2012 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards, with perennial Los Angeles nominees Eric Alperin and The Varnish joined by La Descarga and Rivera.
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    First time caller, long time listener @umamimart! First time caller, long time listener @umamimart! Fantastic Sunday afternoon session in the Umami Mart Bar with @doctorbyday - thank you Yoko and Ian (@granmaster_ritt) 🙏 👋 @mmbitters 🍶 Oakland Sake Flight: Umami Mart Junmai (chilled) and two expressions from @densakebrewery - Den Nama Junmai (chilled) & Den Ori Nama Junmai (chilled) 🍵 @kyotodistillery Ki no Tea Green Tea Gin 🤯 🥃 mmm… umeshu… 🏝 Cor Cor Okinawan Rum 🌾 Takamine 8 Year Koji Whiskey - @honkakuspirits notes in the comments ⬇️ #thirstyinla #umamimart #sundayfunday #fbf
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