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Whether you’re looking to whip up some creative new cocktails or simply sit back and relax with a nice glass of scotch, spirits are essential to the world of great drinks. Gin, vodka, tequila, whiskey, brandy, rum, mezcal, and liqueurs are enjoying more popularity than they have in decades, and new craft spirits are popping up left and right like never before. Check out this section to learn about delicious spirits from all over the world, meet craft distillers who are changing the game, and keep up with all kinds of great booze-related products.
Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin Review
Jaisalmer is a novel, well-executed gin with an enticing mix of sweet citrus, crackling spice, and refreshing tea flavors.
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Los Arango Añejo Tequila Review
With bright fruit flavors and notes of creamy vanilla and oak, this añejo scores high marks as a sipping tequila.
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Aberlour Casg Annamh Scotch Whisky Review
With dark, sweet flavors and rich spice, make Casg Annamh your new go-to dessert scotch.
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Tiki Lovers Rum Reviews
If carnivores can order pizzas specifically made with meat lovers in mind, there’s no good reason why a Tiki enthusiast shouldn’t be able to procure rums blended specifically for use in Zombies or Suffering Bastards. Thankfully, this potential inequity has…
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Garrison Brothers Balmorhea 2020 Bourbon Review
Balmorhea is an absolute powerhouse of a bourbon, so make sure one of the 6,000 bottles is yours.
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Angostura Rums Are Nothing to Be Bitter About
Their bitters have been famous for over a century, but Angostura is also among the largest rum makers in the world.
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How Direct-to-Consumer Sales Can Help Distillers Survive COVID-19
DTC liquor sales may be the key to distilleries staying in business, now and in the future.
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Copper & Kings American Apple Brandy Review
Light, crisp, and floral, sipping this brandy feels like biting into a fresh Golden Delicious apple.
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The Ballad of Uncle Torys
The life and times of Japan’s whisky-loving cartoon uncle.
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L’Encantada Armagnac Reviews
L’Encantada is an independent bottler focused on lesser-known Armagnacs from small producers.
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Garrison Brothers Small Batch Bourbon Review
Small Batch turns every part of what makes bourbon great up to 11 without drowning out its other flavors.
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13 Quick Whiskey Reviews by Whiskey Author Sam Green
Consult this baker’s dozen of whiskey reviews the next time you’re shopping for a bottle.
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Guyana Makes Liquid Gold at Demerara Distillers
Some of the world’s best rum comes from the small South American country of Guyana.
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Curaçao vs. Triple Sec: What’s The Difference?
Everything you need to know about these essential orange liqueurs.
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7 New Irish Whiskeys To Drink This St. Patrick’s Day
Irish whiskey is growing. Here are seven new bottles to try for yourself.
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Dewar’s Ilegal Smooth Is the First Scotch Whisky Finished in Mezcal Casks
The eight-year-old whisky is a collaboration between Dewar’s and Ilegal Mezcal.
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How Plymouth Gin Master Distiller Sean Harrison Restored the Iconic Brand
Harrison talks distillery history, Martini garnishes, and how Plymouth became the bartender’s go-to gin.
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Ferrand 10 Generations Cognac Review
It’s a liquid homage to 10 generations of the storied cognac-making family.
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WhiskyFest New York’s Most Memorable Tastes
The best, strangest and most interesting drams we sampled at WhiskeyFest New York.
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