Lazy bartending has gone mainstream as canned spirits and 'mix-it-yourself' kits disrupt bars

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Ready-to-drink cocktails continue to surge in popularity, both in the US and worldwide.

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I stopped bartending full-time to sell ice. My company now makes nearly $3 million a year, catering to Michelin-starred restaurants in New York City.

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Richard Boccato launched his ice business in 2011.

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How I created a $20 million luxury ice company

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Richard Boccato created a business that transforms 300-pound blocks of filtered tap water into hand-cut cubes, spheres, and custom-engraved ice. His company, Hundredweight Ice, based in New York City, harvests more than 3 million pounds of ice a year and generated $3 million in revenue in 2025.

The mostly ignored treatment for drinking too much

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A doctor shares 3 ways women can lower their cancer risk, starting in their teens and 20s

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OB-GYN Dr. Aliabadi stressed the importance of advocating for yourself when it comes to cancer screenings.

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A longevity researcher shares his 4 habits for healthy aging, including outdoor stair-climbing and socializing more

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Matt Kaeberlein, the CEO of Optispan, shared his longevity habits.

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Absolut is betting on brunch, not bottle service, as drinking habits shift

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Absolut Tabasco, a new spicy vodka collaboration,

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A new report found nearly 4 in 10 cancers are linked to preventable causes. Here are the best ways to lower your risk.

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Daily exercise can reduce cancer risk.

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Americans are drinking less. That's killing Dry January.

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Everything a heart health dietitian eats in a week, including plant-based protein sources and 'joy foods'

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Lena Beal, a cardiovascular dietitian, has 'joy meals' like French toast once a week.

Lena Beal

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