Paula Echevarria

This past weekend, the 12th-annual Tales of The Cocktail returned to New Orleans' French Quarter neighborhood with events, seminars, dinners, and parties. Miami made a big impact, from an emotional tribute to Sweet Liberty's John Lermayer to the Broken Shaker's second-consecutive win as Best American Hotel Bar and Sweet Liberty's recognition...

John Lermayer was a bartender of the world, and Miami's craft cocktail and bar scene wouldn't be what it is today without his knowledge and guidance. He was found dead in his Miami Beach apartment yesterday evening...

Even though the South Beach Wine & Food Festival began as a humble wine dinner, it has grown into a full-fledged spirited affair. With the rise of craft cocktails nationwide came some of the staple events that make the fest a must-do. This year's edition will be no different, with many favorite spirits-centric events back on the roster for attendees to enjoy in the form of brunches, happy hours, and late-night bacchanals. Here's the lowdown on the booziest events at this year's SOBEWFF.

There's no denying the hospitality and service industry is no longer a man's world. As the wake of female empowerment continues to tear down barriers in all fields, international brands are rising to the occasion to add  support to this worldwide movement.

If you forgot your gloves at home or simply don't own a pair, fret not — you'll want to hold these drinks with both hands.