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Do You Really Need To Cleanse Your Palate Between Whiskey Tastings? We Asked An Expert

When hosting or participating in a whiskey tasting, you might wonder if you should cleanse your palate between samples. Luckily, an expert broke it down for us! read more

The fight over water

“Whiskey is for drinking; water is for fighting over,” has often been attributed to Mark Twain. Regardless of who said it, it is a reality. Many years ago, when flood water threatened the farm I grew ... read more

The 25 Best Whiskey Drinks

Anything mixed with sour is going to be a bit sweet. But when made right, this whiskey drink is nice and balanced and should go down smoothly. Hot water, whiskey, lemon, and honey are what you’ll need ... read more

How President Taft Helped Define The True Meaning Of Straight Whiskey

In the 1900s, at a time when the definition of "straight whiskey" was nebulous, it was one President William Howard Taft who set the record straight. read more

How the volatile weather of Tennessee serves as a key ingredient to Jack Daniel’s whiskey

In 1866, the first registered distillery in the United States began in the quaint town of Lynchburg, Tennessee! Jack Daniel’s is known for its consistency, every drop is made in Lynchburg. read more

When You Don't Have A Traditional Whiskey Tumbler, Reach For A Wine Glass

Indeed, while there are plenty of whiskey-infused cocktail recipes out there to enjoy, a true connoisseur may prefer to drink their dram unadulterated save for perhaps a drop of water to bring out the ... read more

Chicago’s Black-owned whiskey brands are breaking down barriers in the alcohol industry

Having launched within the last four years, Alexander James, Bull Young Bourbon and Renard Whiskey are carving out a space in an historically exclusive industry. read more

Over Mint Juleps? These Whiskey Cocktails are Tasty Kentucky Derby Alternatives

Traditionally, it consists of whiskey, bitters, water and a sugar cube, mixed and then garnished with a cherry and orange slice. It’s one of the first drinks to come to mind when you think bourbon, ... read more

See inside this 'ghost' whisky distillery in Scotland that's back from the dead

Port Ellen has been a 'ghost' distillery for 40 years, inactive but with available stock. read more

Time Is Officially Up For ‘Fake’ Japanese Whisky. What Now?

New regulations that more clearly define Japanese whisky are finally in effect. What does this mean for the industry moving forward? read more

Nick Offerman on Traveling the World, Wooden Ships and His Latest Lagavulin Whisky

Offerman unveiled his initial release with Lagavulin in 2019; it was an 11-year-old whisky renowned for its robust peat flavor. The second Offerman Edition came two years later; it was also an 11-year ... read more