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Dec
16
American Single Malt Finally Made Official
The TTB has approved a standard of identity for American single malt. Join me for an overview of the history of ASM and why this decision is good news for the whiskey industry.
6 min read
Nov
16
Do Large Beverage Companies Care About Enthusiasts?
How do enthusiasts feel about large whisky companies like Diageo? Should these behemoths care?
5 min read
Sep
13
Whisky Book Review: Warehouse H
Warehouse H by Dominic Guglielmi outlines the history of Blanton's Bourbon. Does it give whisky nerds what we want?
3 min read
Aug
31
Free Download: The Ten Essential Parts of a Whisk(e)y Label
This handy guide will help you to know what to pay attention to on your next bottle of whisky.
1 min read
Aug
08
Whisky Book Review: Pappyland
After grabbing Pappyland from the library, I recently finished it and found it intriguing in various ways. But it's not for everyone.
2 min read
Jul
31
Distillation Cuts: How Distillers Decide When to Make Cuts
Fermentation creates flavors, and making cuts decides which flavors make it into the barrel and ultimately into the final whisky. This post will cover why cuts are necessary and how distillers determine when to make them.
5 min read
Apr
20
Whisky Tastings - What to Expect and How to Prepare
I've run several personal whisky tastings for friends and professional tastings for local bars and restaurants. If you're interested in doing the same, I'd like to explain my thought process for each tasting.
5 min read
Dec
16
Blended Recipe Reveal: Pond Voyáge
When I discussed home blending, I mentioned that I'd be working to create some great home blends to share with you. I'm pleased to announce that I've discovered a fantastic blend with exciting flavors.
1 min read
Nov
15
At Home Whisky Blending Made Easy - Supplies and Steps
To create whisky blends at home, you'll need some tools. This article will give you a simple outline of how to blend and what tools you'll need. It's easier than you think.
4 min read
Nov
10
Rye Whiskey Review: Leopold Bros. Three Chamber Rye
Every once in a while, you come across a transformative dram. Something that changes your entire perspective of what flavor possibilities exist. Leopold Bros. Three Chamber Rye is one of those whiskies.
2 min read