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Mixing with Coke
A whiskey and coke really isn’t half bad.
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4 Big Moments in Bourbon History
These four big moments in history helped shape what you drink today.
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Midway Social Sip
“But bourbon is still newer to most chefs, and they’re having a great time with it. Ouita’s excelled at it and set the example for others.”
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The Airplane Flask
And with that order, I violated my longstanding rule to never drink flavored whiskey. I was desperate, not packing my own flask, and oddly, at the moment, very much anti-Scotch and Crown. I gave this Jack Daniel’s a whirl.
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Five Tips for Landing Rare Bourbon
Still, the fact remains that there are many great bourbons you simply can no longer find. Bourbon fans are victims of bourbon’s success.
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Vodka versus Whiskey
Did you know vodka didn’t have a US federal definition until the late 1950s? It’s true. And when the mostly Russian and Polish spirit started garnering minute amounts of acclaim, the whiskey distillers lobbied the government to create a definition that would surely defeat its popularity.
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Whiskey Destinations
From New York to California, Minnesota to Mississippi, learn the drinking culture of disparate American regions, such as Bainbridge, Washington’s interesting bootlegging past, or the lost apple brandy heritage of New York. On your next excursion, take the time to visit one of these great distilleries and experience true American travel.
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Finding Bourbon: My First Taste
Sometimes, I still don’t quite access the many flavors to be found in bourbon. But one sip at a time, it’s opening up for me.
Amateur Hour
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