1. Our Favorite Bourbon Ball Recipe

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    Favorite Bourbon Ball Recipes

    Bourbon balls are a Christmastime confection inspired by Southern flavors. They make a great addition to any cookie and candy tray during the holidays.

    They were created by schoolteacher and candy maker Ruth Hanly Booe in 1938. She was inspired by the sage words of a visiting dignitary: “the two best tastes in the world are a sip of Kentucky bourbon” paired with Booe’s chocolate.

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  2. Top Gifts for Your Favorite Scotch Lover

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    Top Gifts for Your Favorite Scotch Lover

    It’s that holly jolly time of year, and that means shopping! Do you have a scotch lover you need to shop for this holiday season? Even if you don’t know much about scotch, we’ve made it easy to find gifts your whisky aficionado will love.

    Below is a guide with everything you need to make the scotch drinker in your life light up like a Christmas tree.

    A Classy Decanter

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  3. National Bartender Day: Tip Your Bartender — They Keep Your Drink Full

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    National Bartender Day: Tip Your Bartender — They Keep Your Drink Full

    They welcome you with a smile. They listen to your life struggles and celebrate with you during happy moments. And, of course, they keep your drink full. Bartenders are the crux of society in many ways. There are more than half a million bartenders in the U.S.  All of them keep establishments going that many people rely on for community

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  4. The Day American Got Its Alcohol Back - National Repeal Day

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    The Day American Got Its Alcohol Back - National Repeal Day

    For thirteen years, America participated in an ill-fated experiment to prohibit alcohol consumption. As the country soon discovered, criminalizing hooch created a whole host of new problems. A rise in organized crime and a massive financial blow to the government were two of those problems. The pressure of the Depression eventually lifted restrictions on alcohol. But over ten thousand American lives

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  5. Top 10 Gin Bars to Check Out in New York

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    Top Gin Bars in New York

    The main ingredient in a classic martini. The essence of a gin and tonic. An essential part of a Tom Collins. There are plenty of cocktails that rely on gin to even exist. Gin is a diverse but reliable spirit known for its cocktails. But it’s also enjoyed all on its own for its unique piney taste.

    Gin is distilled from grain and t

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  6. The Perfect Whiskey Flask for the Holidays

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    Perfect Whiskey Flask for Holidays

    Giving the gift of a beautiful whiskey flask is sure to make you the favorite gift-giver of the season. But if you’ve never purchased a flask before, you might be looking at all of the options available and feeling a bit overwhelmed.

    That’s where we come in. We’ve collected the top tips you’ll need to get the best flask for whiskey this holiday season, even if you’re totally new to the topic

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  7. 7 Cool Bar Accessory Ideas for Christmas Gifts This Year

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    Bar Accessories for Christmas Gifts

    The lights are up, the decorations are out, and the holiday spirit fills the air. It’s officially the holiday season! And amidst the jolliness, cheer, and excitement, it’s also time to think about one important thing — Christmas gifts.If you haven’t thought about Christmas gifts yet, you’re not alone. It’s been a busy year, and we get it. Fortunately, we’ve got a guide that’s perfect for anyone on y

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  8. Why Brandy Isn’t Your Typical Liquor

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    Brandy

    There are plenty of images a glass of brandy might bring to mind. Maybe it’s putting brandy in your eggnog during the holidays. Maybe it’s old men smoking cigars and sipping on brandy. Or maybe it’s Drake’s song “One Dance,” where he danced with Hennessy in hand. Whatever it is, most people have heard of brandy — but they often don’t know a lot about the l

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  9. The Strange History Behind Absinthe

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    It went from “the green fairy” to “the green devil” in the span of a century. The history of absinthe is a wild ride, with its meteoric rise throughout Europe before a devastating downfall. Today, some of the myths surrounding this libation have been dispelled. But absinthe still remains one of the most esoteric and perplexing spirits on any bar cart.

    What is Absinthe?

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  10. National Liqueur Day: Ultimate Guide to Cordials and Liqueurs

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    National Liqueur Day

    The weather is getting colder, the leaves are changing, and everyone is breaking out pumpkin spice everything. You know what that means — Fall is officially here. In addition to being a great time to try a tasty Fall cocktail, Fall is also time for one of our favorite holidays: National Liqueur Day. On October 16, National Liqueur Day m

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