In recent years, the festival has expanded its offerings to attendees, including beers from outside the country, non-alcoholic beers, ciders and even some hard liquors.
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Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
Hoka and Ugg footwear, Louis Vuitton products and specialty liquors were among the merchandise driving consumer interest on the first day.
According to Berkeley Police, a resident on the 800 block of Colusa Avenue in North Berkeley notified firefighters on Friday about several bottles of hazardous substances in their basement.
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Tim Fang,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
The pursuers yelled taunts, threw bottles, and expected the two women to settle their differences with a fistfight, according to court records.
Despite its name, the bar operates as a globally minded cocktail destination with equal attention paid to other spirits, along with small bites and an impressive cigar selection.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
And for Dirty Shirleys, different spirits, including vodka, gin, tequila and vermouth can be substituted.
Assembly Bill 1087 toughens penalties for drivers who cause a death while under the influence of intoxicants.
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Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
4 Jan. 2026
In granting bail, Broward County Court Judge Lauren Peffer said Crow must undergo a substance abuse evaluation within 10 days and comply with any recommendations and also must refrain from alcohol and intoxicants and subject himself to random alcohol testing.
Powell should stand firm, and both Congress and the courts must back him up and senators must refuse to confirm any successors that don’t understand the mission of the bank, for all our sakes.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
14 Jan. 2026
Boka’s Ashley Santoro’s drinks program emphasizes cocktails with savory flavors and rare ingredients, plus old-world wines and premium sakes.
The sundeck, meanwhile, is home to an outdoor cinema, with a large bar and kitchen to enjoy your favorite snacks and tipples.
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Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
23 Jan. 2026
Each festive season, after the late nights, parties and tipples—not to mention the expense of going to bars— many people give up alcohol entirely for the month of January.
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