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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.
Featured Spirit: Fernet-Branca
It may be one of the most divisive liqueurs in the world, but it’s also one of the most beloved.
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The Best Tequila Under $30
Cheap tequila doesn’t have to taste cheap.
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Solbeso Shows Us a New Side of Cacao
How a by-product of chocolate production has given us a whole new kind of booze.
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Ventura Spirits, Crafting the Flavors of California
Nestled in the foothills of the Central Coast, these guys are bottling the land they call home.
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The 15 Best Scotch Whiskies Under $50
Not all great scotches have to break the bank, and some of the very best are actually pretty affordable.
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Clear Creek Distillery: Elevating European Spirits in Oregon
For 30 years, this Portland distillery has been one-upping European spirits like nobody’s business.
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Why Jägermeister Hates the Jägerbomb
It may sound crazy, but Jägermeister’s most popular drink is causing them some serious image problems.
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The Noble Experiment Brings Craft Rum to Brooklyn
In the heart of Brooklyn, Bridget Firtle is reviving America’s most historic spirit.
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Supernova Spirits: Making Vodka That’s Out of This World
With a scrappy, international team and two award-winning vodkas, this is a California distiller to watch.
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A Romance with Whiskey: The Story of Mosswood Distillers
Crafting American whiskey with a local touch.
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Flaviar Delivers Booze in a Box
It sure beats junk mail.
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Announcing Bevvy Spirits!
The newest way to explore the world of excellent booze.
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Montanya Distillers Make Premium Rum High in the Rockies
Rum isn’t just a Caribbean thing anymore.
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Maracame Tequila Stays True to its Roots
Maracame tequila, which has taken off after big wins at 2015 spirit competitions, goes out of its way to give back to the native people of its home.
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A Spirit with a Soul: The Story of Snow Leopard Vodka
Stephen Sparrow is using his vodka to fight for the critically endangered snow leopard. Looks like ethics and booze do mix, after all.
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Fernet-Branca, San Francisco’s Favorite Pastime
San Francisco consumes more than 25% of all Fernet imported to the US. But why?
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From Doctorates to Double Gold: The Story of Koval Distillery
Since it was founded in 2008, Koval Distillery has become one of the most prominent craft distilleries in America. But the road to success was a bumpy one.
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Getting to Know Authentic Caribbean Rum
Caribbean rum is on the rise in America, and these guys are here to make sure we know what we’re talking about.
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Tasting the Best Spirits in the World 2015
Each year, experts gather at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition to pick the best of the best. See what needs to be in your liquor cabinet in 2015!
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