Sake is an alcoholic drink made from fermented rice that originated in Japan. It has become more popular across the United States and there are now some companies brewing sake in areas like California. Sake is made up of four basic ingredients – rice, Koji, yeast, and water. Different grains of rice are used to …
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First distilled in 1830 in the Bloomsbury district of London by Charles Tanqueray, Tanqueray Gin is one of the most famous London Dry Gins on the market. It is, in fact, one of the top 10 best-selling gins in the world. This gin has a long, fascinating history, and yet the recipe has stayed the …
Celebrities and drinks brands go hand in hand nowadays, and not always to good effect. For that reason, many of us have turned our noses up at the Wild Turkey and Matthew McConaughey collaboration. After all, what could the Magic Mike actor bring to a brand as well established as this? The Wild Turkey Longbranch …
Vodka is a clear, distilled alcoholic beverage that is very popular, and is thought to have originated in Russia, Poland or Sweden. It is a versatile drink that can be used in many different ways. Whether you are drinking it with a mixer, adding it to a cocktail, enjoying it neat, or using it to …
Blanton’s always brings a powerful, elite name for whiskey drinkers. Despite how its MSRP is not extreme, it is not typically available in retail outlets. It is not an impossible find, however, it is easier to procure in secondary markets where the price is typically 3 or even 4 times the MSRP. The demand for …
Canadians are known for a multitude of things, from maple syrup to hockey. But apart from this, you may not know that the country is famous for its outstanding whisky production (in Canada it is spelled without the “e”). From 100 percent rye interpretations to budget-friendly blends, there is something for everyone. Canadian whiskey is …
June Shine is a form of kombucha, which is a specific type of alcoholic beverage made from fermented green or black tea. It has seen a recent surge in popularity due to its variety of delicious flavors and reasonably low alcohol content, which makes it a great casual summer drink. As well as having a …
Thanks to its wonderful simplicity and strong, spirited flavors, Negroni has become a classic cocktail, adored by millions. Loved by cocktail drinking veterans and casual bar-goers, Negroni is traditionally made with gin, Campari, and Vermouth. The simple combination is easy to make yet it still packs a punch full of complex flavor, making it a …
For over 215 years, Johnnie Walker has been a household name, making some of the finest whiskey on the market. Johnnie Walker whiskey is the best-selling, most distributed, and most famous Scotch whiskey brand in the world, with over 18 million cases of whiskey sold every year. In 1820, a farmer’s son and grocer by …
Macallan distillery has a deep history that roots back almost 200 years. The Macallan 18 is iconic, and the Bank of Scotland has even issued banknotes featuring the Macallan stills! (Quite the feat wouldn’t you say?) It is thought of as a premium whiskey, directly competing with Johnnie Walker’s Blue(see also: Johnnie Walker Blue Vs …
