Flavored whiskey has been a growing trend over the last few years. Despite what the college kids might think, it didn’t begin with Fireball. Flavored whiskey varieties have been popular for decades. Fall is the perfect season to embrace different varieties of flavored whiskey. Whether you’re looking for something to snuggle up with and sip… Read more »
The History of American Bourbon: What’s so Special About Kentucky?
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Bourbon Whiskey is as American as bald eagles, apple pie, and baseball. The origin of bourbon is still a bit of a mystery; no one knows for sure who invented it. The original recipe was likely the result of a Scotch or Irish whiskey brought over from the UK and altered in the Kentucky region. … Read more »
Water of Life: A History of Scotch Whisky
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Scotch whisky has a rich, dark, and full-bodied history. Scotch has been distilled and distributed around the world for over 500 years and is still going strong. Today, distillers must follow specific guidelines to label their whisky as Scotch. Every year, July 27th celebrates our favorite blended (or single-grain) beverage; National Scotch Whisky Day. In… Read more »
The 5 Most Iconic Whiskey Recipes You Can Make at Home
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Whiskey cocktails are not about covering the natural flavors of the whiskey, they aim to enhance them! Learn the most iconic drinks you can make at home.
Distillers Switch from Making Whiskey to Hand Sanitizer
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Because of the Coronavirus outbreak, many companies have halted their plans for 2020, and the Whiskey industry is no different. Distillers big and small around the country have banded together and made the switch from whiskey (or other liquors) to making, selling, and distributing hand sanitizer. This Isn’t the First Time–But it is Much Different In… Read more »
When it Comes to Whiskey, Does Age Matter?
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Age definitely matters when it comes to getting your driver’s license, being able to vote, and ordering your first drink. But, does age matter in whiskey distilling? Rumor has it that the older the whiskey, the better it’ll taste–especially when we’re talking about scotch. The jury is out to discover once and for all, does… Read more »
What’s the Craic About Irish Whiskey History?
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How much do you know about the history of whiskey in Ireland? Learn all about the beginnings and development of Irish whiskey – no leprechauns included.
Why Whiskey Drinkers Make the Best Soulmates
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One day, when it comes to writing your marriage vows, you might want to include that your spouse-to-be is a whiskey drinker. Why’s that? If there’s one thing that we can agree on, is that whiskey drinkers are all similar personality-wise. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you might want to test your compatibility… Read more »
How to Read and Decode Whiskey Labels
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The more you begin sipping on whiskey and enjoying the complexities that are in your tumbler, the thirstier you’ll be for knowledge. Luckily, knowledge is right at your fingertips. Here are the essential nuggets of information you can ascertain from a whiskey label and how it can impact your whiskey tasting experience. Distiller In the… Read more »
A Newbie’s Guide to Pairing Whiskey and Food
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Once you’ve perfected the art of tasting whiskey, you can add another dimension to your tasting – food. Pairing food and whiskey is a fine art. The right whiskey and food pairing will bring out subtle notes that you didn’t catch during your first sip or taste or amplify certain notes while subduing others. Knowing… Read more »