Welcome to the The May/June Concern of Imbibe

In late winter, I edited our May/June 2020 concern a lot the best way I all the time do—whereas sitting within the workplace I stroll to day by day, having lunch in a restaurant and low in a café, and capping the day with a beer or a cocktail in a busy bar. Or, as is usually the case, I typed up articles and emails whereas sitting on a crowded airplane, or in a lodge room throughout considered one of my frequent journeys.

However simply as we had been finalizing this concern, every little thing round us modified. People all around the world have had their lives upended by the unfold of COVID-19, and now the notion of being in an workplace or on an airplane, or stress-free in a busy restaurant or bar, appears worlds away.

We determined to publish this concern in its unique state, whereas bringing you contemporary updates on-line as typically as doable. For instance, inside this concern you’ll discover Wayne Curtis’ cowl function concerning the ongoing increase within the bourbon world. To assist this story within the context of present occasions, we’ll be rolling out associated tales and conversations with bourbon personalities. This concern additionally highlights Atlanta’s vibrant cocktail scene, which got here to a standstill as we went to press. Now, as Georgia begins the method of re-opening amid the pandemic, we’ve caught up with among the bar house owners featured within the story to see the place issues stand for them now. We’ve additionally assembled a playlist from the Kimball Home you can take heed to whilst you study extra concerning the state of town’s cocktail scene (and you may donate to Kimball’s GoFundMe marketing campaign if you do).

There are some good diversions inside this concern, too. You may uncover wines from some surprising areas within the U.S. and learn how American brewers are embracing conventional British beer kinds. You too can find out about blanc vermouth, take a deep dive into the story of Cheerwine, study concerning the connection between African American tradition and Cognac, and get the backstory of the beloved Shirley Temple.

We’ll proceed to maintain you posted with up-to-date information because the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold within the drinks world, so remember to observe us on social media (@imbibe on Instagram and Twitter), and don’t overlook to subscribe for those who haven’t already. And for those who’d wish to buy a duplicate of this concern, click on right here.