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Sake: A Brief History on this Japanese staple
Sake is a long-beloved staple in Japanese cuisine. Made from fermented rice, sake (also called nihonshu) is known for its perfect pairings with just about any type of Japanese dish. Here’s a quick look at what we know about sake’s early days: Sake’s Origins Rice liquor is about as old as Japanese’s reputation for growing rice.…
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Spirits Industry: Making the World a Better Place
Industry leaders in the beverage arena are no stranger to philanthropy. Many brands routinely involve themselves in efforts to give back to their communities. The spirits industry is widely known to promote change through charitable actions. Here are some spirits brands who are offering a helping hand. Spirits COVID-19 Pandemic Response With a highly contagious…
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Summer Cocktail: 5 Ways to Dress Up Your Drink
Nothing says “summer” like sipping on an ice-cold, delicious cocktail! A canned seltzer or a traditional vodka-soda just won’t do! We encourage you to show your summer fun and creativity with these summer cocktail favorites! Most importantly, here are 5 easy ways to dress up your drinks with SIP-award-winning spirits. Owen’s Mint + Cucumber +…
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Spirits and Alcohol Trends of 2020: Impacted by COVID-19
In the spirits industry, experts and businesses began to predict alcoholic beverages and drinking trends for the year. Then, an unprecedented global pandemic changed everything. Find out what trends we can expect to be popular for the rest of the year. Zoom Happy Hour & Virtual Drinking Games Happy hours and socializing at local bars…
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Making a Difference, from Spirits to Hand Sanitizer
In light of COVID-19, distilleries nationwide have added a new product to their line: hand sanitizer. Over the last few months, millions of bottles of hand sanitizer have been produced by distilleries. Whether they are selling to the public or doing good in the community, here are some stories from past SIP Awards winners we…
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