Adam, Joanna, and Zach share some context and thoughts about the recent showing not just a noticeable decline in respondents who drink, but a particularly large drop in those who identify as Republicans. Has a new era of right wing political leaders and influencers really caused that kind of change in behavior, particularly among young people? Are there other factors at play? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.

Adam is reading: TVs in Cocktail Bars Are Divisive — but Can They Be an Asset?

Joanna is watching: Places Please

Zach is reading: After Conquering the U.S. Open, Is the Honey Deuce Coming for Your Cooler?

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Adam, Joanna, and Zach puzzle over why it's become increasingly difficult to just get a drink at a restaurant bar, whether you're early for your reservation or just hoping to scope out a new place. Does it really pay in the long run for restaurants to be so miserly with bar space? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.

Joanna is drinking: Two Brewers Yukon Single Malt Whisky

Adam is drinking: Olive Oil Gin Martini at LUCA

Zach is drinking: Thai Gimlet from Straightaway Cocktails

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Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss the potential role of AI in restaurants and bars, from wine list and menu creation to guests relying on ChatGPT for recommendations instead of the staff. Are we really going to let an algorithm take over this part of the world too? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.

Joanna is reading: Is Still Prosecco a Clever Bid or a Branding Blunder?

Zach is reading: Espadín: The Surprisingly Short History of Mezcal’s Most Prominent Agave

Adam is reading: How a Passion Fruit Grand Marnier Became a Cult Classic Liqueur

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