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Spirits 101
Blog Posts
A closer look at the use of botanicals in gin
A closer look at Empire rye and the law that brought it into existence
How elderflower became popular and top brands
Amy Zavatto review of Robert Simonson’s Mezcal + Tequila cocktail book.
Can you really taste the difference between bourbon and rye, or just think you can?
Sometimes it takes two bases to make a drink go right
These regional Japanese gins use local citrus and botanicals to add flavor and elegance.
Reviews & Recommendations
Blog Posts
A closer look at some of the best new whiskey releases
A deep dive into Irish whiskey
Profile of the latest release from Buzzard’s Roost
A look at Brucato Amari and their terroir driven products
A closer look at coffee aged in bourbon barrels
A review of the cult favorite King of Kentucky bourbon from Brown Forman
A closer look at the Mount Gay Master Blender collection Andean Oak with notes on taste and from the master blender Trudiann Branker.
An in depth look at the latest and most expensive Dalmore whisky flight from Fine and Rare
A look at the newest releases for bourbon in the US 2021
A closer look at Lagavulin Offerman editions and comparison to Lagavulin 16
Spirits Profiles
Blog Posts
An interview with Crystal Head brand ambassador Billy Cavallo
A closer look at a small distillery based in upstate NY
Interview with Absente Absinthe brand ambassador Laura Pica
A closer look at women led brands in the spirits world
A look a single malt whiskey from Westland
Profile of SIA blended scotch
Background on Cream of Kentucky and their latest release, bottled in bond rye
Travel
Blog Posts
A closer look at a whiskey distillery in NYC
A visit to the Spirit of Wales distillery
A closer look at the tours being given at Fort Hamilton Distillery in Brooklyn
A closer look at a brandy tasting room in Napa
A profile of the oldest distillery in Scotland
A tour of the top drinking spots in Augusta, Kentucky.
A closer look at a distillery and winery in Augusta Kentucky, with a long and interesting history.
Tamworth Distillery offers an upgrade to your standard Halloween beverages and cocktails.
A closer look at the way breweries and distilleries work with artists to design art to go on bottles and cans.
Highlights including distilleries, wineries, and a brewery along the Two Bridge trail in New Jersey.
Pairing Spirits
Blog Posts
A closer look at Jefferson’s Ocean Rye and oyster pairing
A closer look at sake styles and how they pair with holiday meals
A closer look at techniques for pairing whiskey and food including seafood, steak and citrus.
A closer look at Butcher & Booze in Glendale with pairings of rye, whiskey and cabernet with meat.
A closer look at paring American whiskey and bourbon with cigars
10 food-friendly peated and smoky whiskies to try
Experts take cheese pairing to the next level with a variety of spirits
A time tested method for selecting American whiskey flights to go with a variety of cigars
Spirits Throughout History
Blog Posts
As contentious as how much vermouth one should use, and as unclear and murky as an overly dirty Martini, here is the rollicking story of the origin of the Martini.
A profile of the oldest distillery in Scotland
Key West, home to smugglers, pirates, and free spirits is now home to a line of liquors paying homage to little-known historical figures in the area.
A writer shares how she learned to love bourbon, and keep its spirit alive
July 31 marks the 50th anniversary of the end of the naval rum tot ration
From Beam to Pappy to Weller, many bourbon legends can be found in this Louisville cemetery
Drinking with mythological creatures from around the world
Iconic drinks inspired by a turbulent island nation’s history
A history of the Queen’s Pak Swizzle, a cocktail originating in Trinidad, plus a recipe.
Jilly’s Saloon on West 52nd Street was where Frank Sinatra and Johnny Carson crossed paths. Later it became the famed Russian Samovar. The decades long, celebrity-filled story of 256 West 52nd Street.
Whiskey
Blog Posts
Roundup of the best American Single Malt whiskies from Texas
Roundup of Blended Irish Whiskeys in the US
A roundup of whiskey bars in Sydney.
A roundup of distilleries in Idaho.
A roundup of whiskeys to drink around the campfire.
A closer look at how to pair booze and cookies.
A review of The 51 from the Glenrothes.
A closer look at how to order whiskey at a bar.
Gin
Blog Posts
Roundup of affordable quality everyday gins
A roundup of Indian gins.
As contentious as how much vermouth one should use, and as unclear and murky as an overly dirty Martini, here is the rollicking story of the origin of the Martini.
A closer look at less juniper forward gins and gin cocktails.
A roundup of the most recent citrus forward gins.
A closer look at purple gins.
A guides to wineries, distillery and cidery in Orange, NSW.
The latest from our intrepid cocktail writer.
Rum
Blog Posts
A closer look at the additive free movement in rum.
A closer look at a quirky island distillery.
A closer look at spiced rums, their history, brands and cocktails.
A closer look at the Caribbean’s rhum agricole.
A review of a comprehensive book on Caribbean rum.
An interview with Ten To One rum founder, Marc Farrell.
The latest missive from our intrepid cocktailian.
A closer look as Spanish style rums
Tequila
Blog Posts
A roundup of infused tequilas.
A roundup of bourbons finished in Tequila casks.
A roundup of tequila cocktails.
A roundup of refreshing Tequila cocktails.
Why tequila is so popular and some recommended bottles.
A closer look at different kinds of agave spirits.
Learn what additives in tequila are all about.
A visitors guide to Tequila.
Mezcal
Blog Posts
Overview of mezcal and recommended bottles to try.
A closer look at different kinds of agave spirits.
Interview with a mezcal expert
Amy Zavatto review of Robert Simonson’s Mezcal + Tequila cocktail book.
These Mexican spirits will delight the geeks and intrigue the newbies
Vodka
Blog Posts
Roundup of fruit-distilled vodkas
Roundup of affordable quality citrus vodkas
Roundup of affordable quality everyday vodkas
A roundup of distilleries in Idaho.
A roundup of the best premium vodka with tasting notes.
A closer look at hrenovuha, a horse radish infused vodka.
How to infuse vodka, ingredients needed and recipes.
A closer look at a sustainability minded distillery.
A closer look at what vodka is made from and roundup of recommended vodkas
A profile of Corbin Cash, a craft distiller making sweet potato vodka
A closer look at a Wisconsin craft distillery
Liqueurs, Aperitifs & More
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A closer look at schnapps.
A roundup of fruit liqueur cocktails.
How Revolution Spirits is bringing back damiana liqueur.
A roundup of fruit liqueurs with insight from bartenders.
Are you a spirits Producer?
Brandy & Cognac
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A closer look at Cognac’s place in Black America
A closer look at Cognac trends.
A closer look at single estate cognac
Spirits Gifts
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Roundup of affordable quality everyday gins
A roundup of whiskey splurges
A round up of drinks for weddings
All about pink gins and recommended bottles