Turn the Night Blue with Bols Blue 1575. With the release of Bols Blue 1575, the world’s oldest distilled spirits brand isn’t just celebrating its 450th anniversary—it’s reintroducing Blue Curaçao as a modern, craft-driven tool for today’s bartenders. “For me, 450 years is a celebration of centuries of flavor knowledge,” says Ivar DeLange, Bols Global [...] The post Mood = Blue: How Bols Blue 1575 Reframes a 450-Year-Old Cocktail Icon appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

When the weather turns cold, your bar cart should warm things up. From rich whiskies to decadent creams and bright winter tequilas, these bottles from Chilled’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide are built for long, cold nights and slow sipping… ideally in pajamas by the fireplace. Here are 10 winter-perfect picks to carry you straight through [...] The post 10 Winter Bottles Worth Sipping Into February appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

From the outside, opening a bar or restaurant often looks glamorous: packed rooms, polished cocktails, beautifully plated food, and the steady hum of a busy night. What most people never see are the months of planning, financial strain, staffing challenges, and constant behind-the-scenes problem solving required to make it all look and feel effortless. In [...] The post Hard Work, High Spirits: The Story of Shands General and The State Room appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Some of the best cocktail ideas aren’t born in labs—they come out of long shifts and dive-bar conversations.Toby Maloney, bartender, bar owner, and creator of BOOM flavor bases, has built a career on that belief. With roots in the kitchen and years behind some of the country’s most influential bars, Maloney champions speed without sacrifice [...] The post Boom Goes the Bar: Toby Maloney on Flavor, Function, and the Future of Cocktails appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

It’s time to 86 Harassment in hospitality. The name 86 Harassment is a deliberate play on words familiar to anyone in hospitality. In restaurant and bar lingo, to ‘86’ something means to remove it from the menu or cut it out entirely. Applied here, it’s a bold statement of purpose: to remove harassment of any form from [...] The post Can We Finally 86 Harassment in Hospitality? appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Known for delivering vibrant, true-to-fruit flavors, The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley continues to be a go-to ingredient for bartenders, pastry chefs, and beverage innovators. Their purees deliver consistent, vibrant flavor year-round, capturing fruit at its peak without the limitations of seasonality. One standout is Soursop (also known as guanabana), a tropical fruit with a [...] The post Guanabana Fresca appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Before I went to bed in my spacious room decked with coastal style at the Puerto Rico’s Aire de O:Live hotel (right down to a massive straw hat on the wall), I left the curtains open just a bit. It’s not like anybody could peer in (though the only thing they’d see is me in [...] The post Drinking in the New Year, Puerto Rico-Style appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Smoked cocktails always make a comeback this time of year—that toasty aroma just works with cooler weather and holiday vibes. But with more people exploring the sober-curious movement, it’s the perfect moment to highlight one smoky non-alcoholic cocktail that delivers without the ABV in celebration of Dry January. Take the Maple & Smoke at Upstairs [...] The post Behind the Cocktail – NA Maple & Smoke at Upstairs at The Kimbery Hotel appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Chocolate is kicking off the year as Monin’s first Flavor of the Month for 2026. A longtime favorite with endless versatility, the flavor is being reimagined across coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and wellness-forward beverages, proving that chocolate still has plenty of room to evolve. The Flavor Feed: Chocolate From Dark Chocolate and Chocolate Fudge to Sugar [...] The post The Flavor Feed: Chocolate appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Bringing you what's new and noteworthy each month. Designed for bartenders and connoisseurs, we choose our favorite bottles, barware and bold ideas stirring up the scene. Below are ten standout spirits worth sipping, sharing and showing off. CASA J Tequila Blanco Ensemble SRP $129 / 750mL Photo by Josh Dickinson CASA J Tequila [...] The post Chilled’s Top 10 Drops for January 2026 appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Our Drink of the Week is the Peppermint Mocha Spritz created by Chilled Ambassador Jennifer Yim for ANGOSTURA® bitters in honor of Dry January. It’s a “festive, bubbly zero-proof spritz featuring peppermint, cocoa, and sparkling holiday cheer,” says Jennifer Yim. The post Drink of the Week: Peppermint Mocha Spritz appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Dry January doesn’t have to mean boring drinks or sitting out social moments. Whether you’re taking a full break from alcohol, cutting back, or simply curious about what else is out there, the non-alcoholic space has never been more exciting. From zero-proof cocktails and alcohol-removed wines to functional sips and flavor boosters that still bring [...] The post The Best Dry January Picks of 2026: Zero-Proof Cocktails, NA Wine & More appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Sweetens Cove may have started as a humble Tennessee golf course with a cult following, but it quickly evolved into one of the most talked-about new names in American whiskey. Beloved for its laid-back spirit, star-studded ownership, and thoughtfully crafted releases, the brand has built a reputation for pairing serious bourbon credentials with a sense [...] The post Sweetens Cove: From Golf Ritual to Bourbon Phenomenon appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

An ANGOSTURA Toast to the Season! This Dry January—ANGOSTURA® bitters invites our Chilled Ambassadors to create festive drinks crafted with ANGOSTURA aromatic, orange, or cocoa bitters. As part of the ANGOSTURA + Chilled Ambassadors Gifting Program wrap up, bartenders across the country crafted spirit-free cocktails that deliver richness, balance, and seasonal comfort, powered by the unmistakable [...] The post ANGOSTURA Bitters Invites Chilled Ambassadors to Create Dry January Cocktails appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Curious to know what’s about to hit your glass? Keeping up with trends can be fun, but also time-consuming — especially in the ever-changing world of wine. We did the work, so you don’t have to. Sit back, pop open a bottle of your favorite vino, and see what’s happening in the wonderful world of [...] The post Let’s Get Trendy: Shaping What’s in your Wine Glass in ‘26 appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

With Stranger Things coming to an emotional end after nearly a decade, Miami liquor lounge The Bend leaned all the way in this holiday season, debuting a full Stranger Things-themed cocktail menu inspired by Hawkins, the Upside Down, and everything in between. Lucky for you, we got our hands on the recipes. Shake these up [...] The post The Bend’s Stranger Things-Inspired Holiday Cocktails appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

For its first global sports partnership, Bombay Sapphire has teamed up with UIM E1 Racing as official gin partner in conjunction with its new Step Into the Blue campaign. From Lake Como to Monaco to Miami, E1 Racing has quickly become a global player thanks to exciting powerboat races from star-powered teams owned by [...] The post Step Into the Blue as Bombay Sapphire teams up with UIM E1 Powerboat Racing appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Dry January looks a little different these days — it’s less about cutting everything out and more about resetting, sipping intentionally, and discovering drinks that feel just as fun, flavorful, and elevated as your usual go-tos. Whether you’re going all in or just sneaking a few NA nights into your busy week, stocking the right [...] The post 10 Zero-Proof Essentials for Your Dry January appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

With Mi Campo encouraging consumers to be bold and “shoot your shot” this cuffing season, their Sweet Intentions cocktail delivers bright, smooth flavor that’s perfect for keeping the chemistry brewing. Blood orange liqueur, tart cherry, and salted honey give it just the right balance of sweet and tangy, while the egg white adds a silky [...] The post Sweet Intentions appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Some bottles are just meant to be shown off, and this year’s holiday picks make it easy. From shimmering sequins and sculptural glass to jewel-toned creams and hand-painted Italian ceramics, these designs bring serious personality to any bar cart. Whether you’re wrapping them up or keeping them out on display, these are the bottles that [...] The post Top 10 Coolest Bottles In Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Shop Johnnie Walker in our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide! Hong Kong–born, London-based fashion designer Robert Wun, known for his surreal and avant-garde couture, has partnered with Johnnie Walker Blue Label to celebrate the Year of the Horse. Johnnie Walker, the world’s number one Scotch whisky brand, has unveiled a new Johnnie Walker Blue Label Lunar [...] The post Johnnie Walker and Robert Won Collaborate on Limited Edition Design for The Year of the Horse appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Okay, so Christmas flew by and you still have gifts to give… it happens to the best of us. Luckily, New Year’s is prime bottle-gifting time. Whether you're heading to a party, thanking a host, or redeeming yourself for a missed holiday exchange, these picks from Chilled’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide are festive, impressive, and [...] The post 10 Gifts That Look Anything But Last-Minute appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Classic cocktails stick around for a reason; they’re simple, balanced, and basically impossible to beat. But one of the best parts about the drinks world right now is seeing how bartenders take those familiar formulas and turn them into something totally fresh. From savory heat to nostalgic infusions, these riffs keep the spirit of the [...] The post 5 Timeless Cocktails with Trendy Twists appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Our Drink of the Week is The Countdown made with 1800 Cristalino, Fino Sherry, Pear Brandy, a pinch of salt, an orange twist and a sage leaf for garnish. Raise a glass to fresh beginnings with The Countdown—a perfect toast to ringing in the New Year with elegance and style. The post The Countdown appeared first on Chilled Magazine.

Mi Campo Tequila is all about bold flavor and modern energy, and this holiday season their bottles shine in two cocktails made for celebrating. Crafted with their smooth, vibrant tequila, the Mi Campo-Cosmo brings a tart cranberry pop with a hint of jalapeño heat, while the Churro-tini leans full-on festive with espresso, cinnamon, and a [...] The post Shake Up the Season with Mi Campo appeared first on Chilled Magazine.