🍻 Greetings, brew buffs and cocktail connoisseurs—we're back with another edition of The Booze News. Let’s get to it!

• 🍺 Hop water is taking the beverage world by storm

• 🇨🇺 A shocking pink twist on this classic Cuban cocktail

• 🍸 Spicy “Swiss Lemonade” cocktail recipe

• 👀 3 new beers tastemakers MUST know about

🍷 Links and Drinks

Hop Water: It's Beer... Minus Everything You Thought Was Beer! 😲

Remember water? Nature's no-cal, refreshing sipper? Now, imagine someone spiked it with the soul of craft beer. Enter, hop water: your beer's fun, non-alcoholic cousin who crashes family parties.

It’s not a passing fad, either. Big brands like Sierra Nevada have dived in with their famous Hop Splash, and industry hop water sales are up a massive 142.5%!

Who knew hops without the hangover would be such a hit?

Hop water, merging craft beer vibes without the alcohol, clearly isn't going away – it's a rising star proving it's here for the long haul.

Cocktail Classics: A Trip Down Memory Lane 🍸

If you don’t have a dust-covered book lying around on “The Art of Mixology”…

Can you really call yourself an alcohol enthusiast? 😉

The good news is, even if you’re not a mixology wizard, it’s a lot easier than most people think to make a great drink!

Here’s an essential guide to 9 easy cocktails for you to impress your friends with.

YouTube How-To: Bubblegum Mojito 🌿 

This drink is certainly… uh… unique? 😜

Seriously, though, this twist on a classic from the “Tipsy Bartender” on YouTube is sure to wow your tastebuds.

🎥 Here’s how to craft the perfect Bubblegum Mojito!

🍹 Cocktail of the Week

Ever sipped on Swiss Lemonade – from Brazil? Confused? So were we.

First, Brazil, why'd you name this stunner “Swiss Lemonade”? It's like calling tequila, Russian juice.

But hey, it's not the name that matters, it's the buzz.

Enter: Brazilian Limeade. Think limes and sweetened condensed milk having a beach party.

And, to make things a tad bit more fun, we're tossing in a splash (okay, maybe more than a splash) of white rum.

It’s Thirsty Thursday, after all!

The Boozy Magic Ingredients:

• Limes: 7

• Cold Water: 9 cups

• Sweetened Condensed Milk: 8 oz

• White Rum: 1 cup (or more, we don't judge!)

• Ice: 6 cups

How to make it:

1. Start by cutting your limes into quarter pieces. Then, throw them in a blender and add water until the limes are covered.

2. Blend for 20 seconds. Then, strain the liquid, and pour what’s left back into the blender.

3. Add your can of sweetened condensed milk, 1 cup (or more) of white rum, and your ice.

4. Blend, serve with a lime wedge, and enjoy! 🧉

Bottoms up, trendsetters! Here's to making every Thursday a little thirstier. Cheers! 🍹🎉

🍻 Three Beers for Cheer

Every week, we share 3 of the hottest craft brews on the market right now.

Let’s see what’s on the menu this week!

Greater Good Imperial Brewing Company’s Giant Pumpkin

Greater Good Imperial Brewing introduces their seasonal sensation, Giant Pumpkin. Dive into a velvety glass of autumn with this imperial ale, where creamy pumpkin pie notes flirt with hints of sugar and spice, all nestled within a refreshing 8% ale.

A handcrafted masterpiece, it's the perfect sip to celebrate the season's change. 🍂🍺🎉

Jackalope Brewing Company’s Bearwalker

Jackalope Brewing Company's Bearwalker is a delightful Maple Brown with a nod to Brewmaster Bailey’s Vermont roots, delivering a heartwarming touch of 100% Vermont Maple Syrup.

Dive deep into its rich, distinctive maple essence that not only tantalizes the palate but also tells a tale of legendary shape-shifting Bearwalkers seeking to settle old scores. A beer with a story as rich as its flavor, it packs a 5.1% punch. 🍁🐻🍺

Rockport Brewing Company's Twin Lights

Rockport Brewing Company's Twin Lights is more than just a brew; it's a tribute to Rockport’s maritime legacy. Drawing inspiration from the historic Thacher Island Twin Lights—Rockport's iconic beacons since 1771—this New England Double IPA boasts a robust 8.2% ABV.

Crafted with flaked wheat, oats, and rye, expect a gentle bitterness offset by a burst of tropical stone fruits, echoing the balance between history and innovation. ⛵🍺🌌

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That’s all from us at The Booze News this week, see you next time. Cheers 🥂