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Emma Janzen

Multimedia Producer | Liquid Austin Columnist

Emma Janzen's role at the Statesman is twofold. When the multimedia producer isn't shooting and editing videos or updating the website and building databases, she is bringing you in-depth beer, wine, spirits and cocktail news on Liquid Austin. 

Latest from Emma Janzen

‘Hey Bartender’ explores world of craft cocktails

From Sascha at Rick’s Cafe in “Casablanca,” to Tom Cruise’s Brian Flanagan in “Cocktail,” the bartender has long been celebrated on the silver screen.In both real life and behind the camera, the bartender embodies roles crucial to any story — friend, sage, alchemist, rock star, therapist and more — yet ...

One of Austin’s newest craft beer bars, Hi Hat Public House, has a number of great summer beers on tap. Try the Lucky Ol’ Sun from Ranger Creek if you’re into refreshing Golden Belgian-style ales.

Austin dining: 10 must-try summer drinks before the season slips away

Summer drinking should be anything but complicated. Simple flavors, heaps of ice, zesty carbonation, and thirst-quenching fruit and citrus juices take center stage during the long daylight hours and dry Texas heat. Here are 10 must-try drinks served in cool atmospheres to seek out before fall hits. Build-your-own Sangria at ...

At Star Bar, you can order Petrus Aged Pale with a side of raspberry or peach syrup. The idea is to add syrup to even out the sour flavors of the beer in a way that is pleasing to your individual palate.

Sour beers for summer refreshment

Despite their name, Sour beers aren't always mouth-puckeringly tart. They're a great option for summer imbibing when you're in the mood for something that's not hoppy, malty, or too sweet.

The new canned beer from Real Ale, available this summer, was created in partnership with The Sword.

New beer from Real Ale inspired by The Sword

Iron Swan, the newest brew from Real Ale, was created in partnership with Austin heavy metal band The Sword.

Justin Stidham of Whisler's won the regional Viva Sangrita competition with his You Say Tomato I say Tequila sangrita recipe. He will travel to New Orleans this summer to compete in the finals at Tales of the Cocktail, for the chance to visit the La Altena distillery where Tequila Ocho is made.

Viva Sangrita: Summer sangrita recipes from local bartenders

A handful of local bartenders competed in the regional Viva Sangrita competition hosted by Tequila Ocho. Here are a few of the recipes featured at the competition.

Plan your June drinking events with our roundup

Plan your June outings with our look at this month’s drinking-related events:Thursday: 4 to 7 p.m. Taste samples of Texas Sake at Central Market North Lamar. Free. www.txsake.com/sake/events.Friday: 7 to 10 p.m. Game Night at Rogness Brewing. Bring a game and a friend while Rogness Brewing supplies the beer. Picnic ...

Hey Bartender coming to Stateside at the Paramount

The movie that made its world debut during SXSW hits Austin's Stateside screen this month.

The Tigress Pub will be a hub during Texas Tiki Week for classic tiki drinks like zombies, and this rum-based beauty called Dancing on the Lanai.

Texas Tiki Week schedule announced

The USBG Austin chapter will host Texas Tiki Week again this year. Expect lots of rum-fueled fun from June 22-30.

Janzen: Alamo nods to Hannibal Lecter with new round of signature wines

The Alamo Drafthouse has announced the newest wines in their signature series. The first pair of limited edition wines came out in January 2012. Based on “The Princess Bride,” there were two varietals in the “Bottle of Wits” line — the “Inconceivable Cab” and the “As You Wish White,” both ...

A volunteer pours the Real Ale Four Squared for the For the Love of Beer panel at the Austin Food & Wine Festival, Sunday, April 28, 2013.

June Drinking Events

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