In Dave Broom’s capable hands, A Sense of Place: A Journey Around Scotland’s Whiskey is an intimate and compelling mosaic of Scotland’s past and present through the lens of the people and places that form the bedrock of Scotch Whiskey. A Sense of Place is not a compilation of tasting notes or a recycled narrative
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Dead Distillers stands apart in its easy to read format and telling of some more obscure, but interesting, figures of whiskey history. Though at times the book lacks broader context, and some of the original newspaper snippets seem to be shoehorned in after unrelated segments, Spoelman and Haskell succeed in weaving an authentic narrative of
Located in Hood River, OR, the Wilderton plans to open the first non-alcoholic (NA) distillery in the U.S., capitalizing on the steady NA beer and spirits movement increasing in popularity, particularly among younger Americans. The tasting room will feature free guided tastings, and cocktails for purchase. Wilderton transforms raw botanicals into complex NA expressions, to
Woodford Reserve, recently partnered with Emirates airlines to create an exclusive limited-edition Bourbon. This unique blend will be exclusively available on select Emirates flights in July to First and Business class passengers. The collaboration celebrates a 15-year relationship. One of the things that will make this Woodford expression unique is that unlike a typical Woodford
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Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Catoctin Creek is a revered local favorite and one of the first players in Virginia’s growing craft whiskey scene. Although the distillery produces Gin, Brandy, and other popular spirits, when it comes to whiskey, what put Catoctin Creek on the map is their rye. While
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While there are a number of legal guidelines governing the regulation of Scotch Whiskey, in the simplest terms, Scotch whiskey, more commonly known as just “Scotch,” is a type of whiskey made exclusively in Scotland. Scotch has a long and rich history, dating back centuries, and has become an iconic symbol of Scottish culture and
Whiskey, or whisky, depending on your preference, with its rich history and fascinating cultural significance, has captured the hearts of countless enthusiasts across the globe. An alcoholic beverage distilled from fermented grain mash and aged in wooden barrels, whiskey has developed diverse regional flavors and production methods, adding to its complexity and intrigue. Decisions by
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Alcohol by Volume (ABV): A standard measure of the alcohol content of a beverage, ABV is expressed as a percentage of the total volume of the liquid. The ABV is determined by measuring the amount of alcohol (ethanol) in a given volume of liquid, typically 100 milliliters or 3.4 fluid ounces. For example, if a bottle
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