Cheat Sheet: What Is Mizunara Oak?
Until recently, mizunara was a word used almost exclusively within the cult world of Japanese whisky blogs. Today, you may find it printed on a label in your local liquor store.
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Four Roses 130th Anniversary Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon Review
This special bourbon was released to mark the distillery’s 130th birthday.
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Jim Meehan on Cocktail Books, Punch, and Knowing Your History
Jim Meehan discusses his next book, why he’s betting on punch, and if the clock can ever be turned back on the cocktail renaissance.
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The Rum Cooperative Review
The Rum Cooperative is a blended rum created by Dave and Will Willis of Boston’s Bully Boy Distillery.
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Few Spirits American Whiskey Review
Few American Whiskey is an interesting blend that marries the Illinois-based distiller’s bourbon, rye, and single malt.
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Cheat Sheet: What Is Sherry?
A handy primer on one of Spain’s finest creations.
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Will Isaza Turned His Life Story into a Competition-Winning Cocktail
The Boston-based bartender will represent the U.S. at the Bacardi Legacy cocktail competition in Amsterdam.
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Egan’s Fortitude Irish Whiskey Review
This deep and flavorful whiskey was aged exclusively in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks.
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Virgil Kaine Electric Owl Bourbon Whiskey Review
Any spirit with a name like Virgil Kaine Electric Owl is going to have a lot to unpack.
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Thirst Boston Shakes It Up for 2019
Thirst Boston is back for another round April 26-28.
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Game of Thrones Scotch and Other Boozy Movie Tie-Ins
If you’ve begun to wonder whether a “Game of Thrones”-themed gift shop has replaced your local whiskey aisle, you’re not alone.
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Nikka From The Barrel Japanese Whisky Review
Available in the Japanese market since 1986, Nikka From the Barrel has become a favorite souvenir among whisky-loving travelers.
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Cheat Sheet: Whiskey vs. Whisky
Same spirit, different spellings. Learn which one to use, and when.
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Copper & Kings Floodwall Apple Brandy Review
The American apple brandy revival continues with Floodwall American Craft Brandy.
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Bully Boy Amaro Review
The Boston-based distillery gets into the amaro game.
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How a Calvados Distiller Outwitted Nazis and Aided the Resistance
A tale of apple brandy, subterfuge, and secret messages written in cider.
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Kilbeggan Small Batch Rye Whiskey Review
Kilbeggan Small Batch Rye is the first spirit to be completely distilled and matured at the restored Ireland distillery.
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The Rise, Fall, and Rise of Irish Whiskey
Like many spirits, the story of Irish whiskey begins with monks.
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Cheat Sheet: Single Malt Whisky vs. Single Grain Whisky
A handy primer on these important scotch whisky categories.
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Son of a Peat Batch 02 Scotch Whisky Review
Son of a Peat Batch 02 is the second installment in Flaviar’s mission to make a peated, crowd-sourced scotch.
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