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Cornelius Kegs

KaTom discusses the history of Cornelius kegs in the beverage industry and how they are popularly used among homebrewers today.

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Champagne 101: What to Know Before You Toast

From the history of champagne to serving temp, learn all about serving champagne to guests with KaTom Restaurant Supply's guide.

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Hard Cider's Modern Growth in the USA

As hard ciders rise in popularity, bars and restaurants alike can benefit from adding these sweet beverages to their drink lineups.

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Coffee Certifications Explained

What is fair trade coffee? What about organic? Rainforest Alliance? Join KaTom as we explore the meaning and value of coffee certifications.

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Making Waves with Coffee

Coffee's been making waves in the foodservice industry for decades. Learn more about its history and where it might be going in the future.

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America's Weird Drinking Laws

Alcohol laws vary from state to state and between counties. Will local drinking laws keep your restaurant from serving alcohol on Sundays?

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Craft Beer Cellar, Where Beer Geeks are Welcome

Craft Beer Cellar's public beer relationist shares how the company brewed up dozens of franchised locations across the United States.

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Types of Tea: A Beginner's Guide

Want to know the differences between the types of tea? Our beginner's guide explains tea varieties, steeping recommendations, and more.

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Chill a Mountain of Beer in Minutes, the Bartender’s Way

Need a how-to for quickly chilling hundreds of bottles of beer for your next event? KaTom has you covered with this handy guide.

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America's Giant Drinks Trend

Shareable cocktails are making a comeback in the social drinking sphere. See where the trend started and where it's going now.

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The Kentucky Bourbon Trail's Official Tasting Glass

Thanks to Libbey and the Kentucky Distillers' Association, you can now enjoy your American spirit in an official bourbon tasting glass.

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Alcohol To-go During COVID-19

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many states are loosening restrictions and allowing restaurants to deliver alcohol or sell it to-go.

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Moscow Mules & Copper Mugs

Moscow Mules added to the popularity of vodka and copper mugs in America. Learn about the cocktail and its classic presentation here.

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History of Sweet Tea

Learn more about tea in America, including the history of sweet tea and why iced tea is sweeter in Southern states, on the KaTom blog.

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IPA Beer, Then & Now

What is an IPA? KaTom answers your questions about the history of this type of ale, as well as its popularity, characteristics, and flavors.

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Rediscovering Root Beer

What is root beer? From sassafras and sarsaparilla to molasses and vanilla, get to the bottom of this beverage's mysteries with KaTom.

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The Difference Between Green Tea and Powdered Tea

Powdered teas are trendy, but how are they different from classic teas? Learn more about matcha, hojicha, and green tea with KaTom.

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Dalgona Coffee is America's Trendiest Drink

What is dalgona coffee and why is everyone obsessed with making it? Learn more about this trendy coffee drink with KaTom!

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Modern Moonshine with Ole Smoky

Thanks to new moonshine laws and successful distilleries like Ole Smoky, Tennessee moonshine has come out of the hills and into the spotlight.

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Brewery Beatdown: Craft vs. Domestic

Learn about the beer giants buying craft breweries, the rise of craft beer consumption among millennials, and the competition between the two with KaTom.

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Bottles, Boxes, and Cans: Oh, Wine!

Wine is paired with boxes, cans, and screw caps these days. It seems the future of wine is here – and is the reign of corked wine over?

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Weird Craft Beer

Celebrate American Craft Beer Week by tracking down one of these weird brews or cracking open a local favorite at a craft brewery in your area.

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Medicinal Herbal Tea

This article provides a brief overview of the types of herbal tea and the health benefits of both tea and herbal brews.

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Creating a Trendy Concept with Coffee & (Your Idea Here)

Coffee & is one of the hottest trends in coffee shops today. Here are some tips to getting your own Coffee & concept started.