The History of Applejack, According to Lisa Laird
Talking Applejack with the 9th generation distiller of America’s oldest distilling family: Lisa Laird from Laird & Company.
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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.
Redwood Empire American Whiskey Review
This American whiskey from California’s Graton Distilling Company is a blend of bourbon and rye.
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Cognac vs. Armagnac Cheat Sheet
Learn the differences between these two French brandies.
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Dos Ron 8-Year and 16-Year Rum Reviews
Distilled in the Dominican Republic from Cuban recipes, Don Ron rums are now available stateside.
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Rum, Rhum, Ron: What’s the Difference?
Sugar cane spirits go by many names and come in many varieties.
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Glendalough 7 Year Old Irish Whiskey Review
This seven-year-old Irish whiskey is finished in porter barrels, and tastes like a liquid handshake between Irish whiskey and Irish beer.
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Glendalough Double Barrel Irish Whiskey Review
Bourbon and sherry casks conspire to create the intriguing and flavorful Glendalough Double Barrel.
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WhistlePig FarmStock Rye Crop No. 002 Review
The second edition of WhistlePig FarmStock Rye is here, now with more whiskey distilled on site at the brand’s Vermont distillery.
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How to Make Your Own Amaro
Your step-by-step guide to DIY amaro.
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How to Pair Whiskey With Food
Consult these pro tips to pair whiskey with your next meal.
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Don Ciccio & Figli Cerasum Apertivo Review
Don Ciccio & Figli Cerasum is an apertivo incorporating tart cherries, cherry blossoms, and a botanical blend—and it makes for one helluva cocktail.
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Glendalough Mizunara Finish Single Malt Whiskey Review
Next-gen Irish distiller Glendalough is finishing this single malt in Japanese Mizunara casks.
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Italicus Rosolio Di Bergamotto Review
This very Italian liqueur is made from rose petals, bergamot, and other botanicals, and makes for a fine White Negroni.
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Tasting The GlenDronach Single Malt Sherry Cask Scotch Whiskies
Check out The GlenDronach — known for their richly-sherried single malt scotch whiskies.
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Tequila vs. Mezcal Cheat Sheet
Breaking down the differences between tequila and mezcal.
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Beyond Scotch: the Best Single Malts From Around the World
Seek out these great single malts from countries not named Scotland, including those hailing from Japan, India, Taiwan and France.
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Tasting the New Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey Caribbean Rum Cask Finish
Something new and rum cask-finished from your pals at Tullamore D.E.W.
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Rhum Agricole vs. Cachaça: Clearing Up the Canefusion
Our resident Rum Master explores what makes these two cane juice-based spirits unique.
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Nemiroff Vodka Review
Nemiroff Vodka hails from Ukraine, one of the world’s great vodka-drinking countries.
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Everything You Need to Know About Absinthe
Absinthe might be the most misunderstood spirit in the world, and it’s time to clear its name.
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