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Read more »Nicknamed tequila’s smoky cousin, mezcal is finally coming into its own. Sales in the U.S. jumped 24.8 percent in 2019!
There are a lot of myths and misinformation surrounding Mezcal. No, it isn’t made from the same plant as mescaline and isn’t psychedelic. No, it doesn’t have to have a worm in the bottle. And yes, like its cousin, it is made from agave and often enjoyed with a slice of lime
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For nearly two thousand years, agave was fermented to create alcohol. However, it wasn’t until the 1600s that fermented agave was distilled for the first time.
All Tequila is Mezcal, but not all Mezcal is Tequila!
Tequila is one of several alcoholic beverages made from agave, also known as the maguey plant. For the early inhabitants of Mexico, agave was an amazing r
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Cognac is a brandy that is a favorite of kings and rappers alike. The alcoholic beverage was beloved by Napoleon, but thanks to the hip-hop scene, Cognac remains a trendy drink today. From Busta Rhymes in the early 2000s to Puff Daddy, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, and Jay Z, Cognac has been a part of musical lyrics, stage acts, brand collaborations, videos, and much more.
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What makes scotch, scotch? How is it different from other whiskeys, such as Irish and Canadian whiskeys or bourbon?
The main difference between whiskey and scotch is mostly geographic. That is to say, most scotches are whiskeys, but not all whiskeys are scotch. There are also some spelling and ingredient differences. Scotch is a whisky (with no “e”) made in Scotland. And bourbon, for example, is
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If you’ve been searching for a reliable guide to bourbon, you’re going to find what you need here. Whether we’re schooling you anew or just pointing you in the right direction, you sure would get one healthy pour of knowledge today. Fair warning, though: the bourbon well runs deep. There’s always more to learn!
Give a man bourbon, and you have a friend. Teach a man bourbon, and you
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Bubbly, sparkling wine, prosecco — whatever name you know it by, champagne is certainly flowing this time of year. From the holidays to New Year’s Eve and beyond, plenty of people are popping bottles all around the globe to celebrate.
But what is champagne? And how should you get the most out of this delicious and exciting drink? What you need is an ultimate guide to champagne — and we’re here to
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Categories: Gin
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It can be a little bit spicy, a little bit dry, a little bit citrusy — or sometimes, it’s all of the above. Gin is a widely popular liquor of choice. While it was once seen as a tonic for any or all medical ailments, it’s now a staple in most liquor cabinets and bars.
It is the essence of a Martini, a Tom Collins, and a Negroni. It is
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Categories: Whiskey
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What do you think of when you think of rye whiskey? Is your head filled with images of hard-drinking cowboys or hard-bitten detectives? Bottles in brown paper bags littering Skid Row? Or do you think of a Manhattan, properly made with rye whiskey, in a swanky Prohibition Era club? Or just a glass of your favorite rye neat?
If the last image isn’t the first to pop into your head, by the end o
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Our Bourbon for Beginners Guide is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a meet ‘n’ greet, a warmup, an introduction, a hearty “welcome to the family”! What we love most is that the world of bourbon is approachable. It’s for prince and pauper alike.
Communal as it may be, though, bourbon is mighty and beloved. It’s a whiskey to worship. So, beginners, approach it--of course! But understan
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Mulled wine and hot cocktails are winter home bar essentials. Remember winter when you were a kid? Every snowstorm was a potential day off from school. Weekends meant building snowmen, snowball fights, sledding, and cozy nights on the couch, looking at the Toys R Us catalog. Recapturing the magic of the holiday season is hard to do as an adult. Winter doesn’t exactly make us giddy anymore. Without t
