Chilled Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

Rum and other spirits drinkers borrow them from scotch, and tulip popularity expands. A decade of research by Arsilica led to introduction of the sensory engineered NEAT glass in 2012. There is no ISO whiskey glass standard. No science here. Other glasses such as wide-mouth tumblers provide some olfactory ethanol relief as well.

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VinePair

MARCH 29, 2024

The brand’s flagship Spiced Rum was introduced to the United States in 1984 and was an instant hit, thanks in part to its now ubiquitous pirate-emblazoned label. Captain Morgan is now the third best-selling rum in the world according to The Spirits Business, selling roughly 12 million cases of the stuff per year.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 21, 2024

It will explore a selection of rums and whiskies hailing from coastal landscapes across the globe. Finally, Blair Athol 2010, Glen Elgin 2012, Glen Elgin 2008, and Glen Garoch 2011 casks will be divided between the UK and International markets. Spirits Curator at Berry Bros. & The collection became available on June 20th.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 28, 2024

It was founded in 2012 by Philip McDaniel and Mike Diaz and, in the space of just 12 years, has become internationally renowned for its artisanal spirits including whiskey, vodka, rum, and gin. Augustine Distillery St. Augustine Distillery is nestled in the heart of the US’s oldest city.

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VinePair

JUNE 14, 2024

See Recipe The Piña Verde Created by Erick Castro at San Diego’s Polite Provisions in 2012, the Piña Verde gives the standard Piña Colada a verdant twist. Cynar and light rum create an interesting blend of sweet and serious flavors, and green Chartreuse and muddled mint provide an extra verdant boost.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 16, 2024

The majority of Indian spirits labeled as ‘whisky’ are closer to rum due to being distilled from molasses, falling within a category of alcohol termed as Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL), and are marketed to domestic Indian consumers. Jim Murray awards ‘Paul John Single Cask 161 Whisky’ 94.5

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 28, 2024

The spirit was distilled in 2012 and aged for five and a half years in ex-bourbon barrels. Big Peat Thropaigeach is a 48% ABV Islay blended malt which has been finished in ex-Rum casks to impart a tropical influence. Barrel Bonfire is an 11 Year Old single malt with a phenol level of 42 PPM.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 20, 2024

Mattingly 1845 Distillery honors US veterans, Little Book releases Chapter 8, and Kentucky Peerless finished whiskey in rum barrels. Kentucky Peerless Rum Barrel Finished Bourbon Batch 2 Credit: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company. The Rum Barrel Finished Bourbon offers a nice, balanced palate.

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VinePair

MAY 19, 2024

Brown-Forman vs. Lazy Fascist Press Although most cease and desist cases are marked by legal threats and a stern attitude, this incident from 2012 involving Jack Daniel’s and a book cover ranks among one of the more low-key dilemmas. Regardless, Icarus’ brew is a banger, and Hershey didn’t come out of the ordeal looking all that cool.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 2, 2024

He set out to embolden the spice notes in Westward Whiskey using finishing casks such as Stout, Pinot Noir, and Rum. The American rye was distilled in the autumn of 2012 and then matured in four different warehouses in Clermont, Kentucky. ABV and is available now via westwardwhiskey.com for $249.95.

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VinePair

MARCH 14, 2024

Single Cask Nation 12 Year WhistlePig Rum & Vermouth Finish, 2020 Bottling (Undisclosed source, bottled by Single Cask Nation via WhistlePig): “Bottled at 100 proof, this single cask selection by independent bottlers, Single Cask Nation, is unlike any other WhistlePig I have had. Bottled in 2006. Very sweet. But I love it.

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Cheers

MAY 20, 2024

After seeing the RTD market’s massive growth, Rising Star winner Malibu, which like Absolut is owned by Pernod Ricard USA, introduced rum-based cocktails in a can in 2021. With flavors such as Strawberry Daiquiri, Pineapple Bay Breeze and Rum Punch, the RTDs aim to make consumers feel like they’re in vacation mode 24/7.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Popularized by mixologist Robert Krueger at NYC cocktail bar Employees Only in 2012, the 50/50 combination of mezcal and Amaro Montenegro is a widespread bartender’s handshake. Those flavors inspired this fruity shooter, made with coconut rum, melon liqueur, banana liqueur, heavy cream, and pineapple juice.

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VinePair

MAY 21, 2024

The Green Giant was created by former head bartender Tom Macy in 2012. This delightful rum sour is enhanced by touches of Lillet Blanc and orange marmalade. But how about honoring the bar by ordering one of its homegrown favorites? Seeing it return to the menu every springtime is the cocktail equivalent of spotting your first robin.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Bittermens Xocolatl Mole Bitters combine cacao, cinnamon, and other spices to recreate a concentrated chocolate flavor that stands up to myriad spirits including rum and tequila. Breaux in 2012. (The word actually translates to “bitter water,” as the Aztecs didn’t have access to sugar back in the day.)

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

With its Campari-stained pineapple wedge, bird’s plumage pineapple frond, and maraschino cherry, it all calls back to the color of the dark, funky rums found inside. The original calls for aged Haitian rum, mezcal, Pedro Ximinez sherry, Angostura bitters, and both an orange and lime twist as garnish.

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VinePair

AUGUST 25, 2024

That he is: he’s one of two rappers whose net worth has hit the $1 billion mark, and that remarkable sum is due in part to his partial ownership of the D’Ussé Cognac brand, which launched in 2012. The song went on to become the rapper’s first No.

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VinePair

JUNE 28, 2024

This one boasts strong baking spice notes from its rum base, along with bright pineapple and lime juices and a welcome bitterness on the finish. Austin Cocktails Fred’s Ruby Red Sparkling Cocktail Founded in 2012, Austin Cocktails’ trio of cocktails are light, vivacious, and ideal for unwinding after a long day in the heat.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 3, 2024

The distillery not only produces whiskey, but also moonshine, vodka, gin, ambrosia, and rum. Established in 2012, the distillery initially focused on chocolate production before branching into whiskey blending, sourcing casks from various US locations. The judges at the SFWSC clearly agreed, awarding the 4 Year Old a Double Gold medal.

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VinePair

AUGUST 14, 2024

Hill Farmstead: The first time I went to visit Hill Farmstead, circa 2012, a guy advised that I print out Mapquest (Mapquest!) Even today, Russian River’s annual Pliny the Younger one-week release is said to attract some 25,000 visitors and inject over $6 million into the local economy.

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Bar Magazine

JULY 16, 2024

rum, Del Maguey Vida mezcal, cascara (coffee shell) vermouth, chamomile liqueur, espresso and coconut horchata foam. Oriole comes from Speakeasy Entertainment, the group also behind the award-winning Bar Swift and Nightjar, which opened in 2010 and was voted one of the top three bars in the world at 50 Best Bars 2012, 2013 and 2014.

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VinePair

JANUARY 21, 2024

It was even attacked during the War of 1812 when British soldiers ransacked the establishment, demanding breakfast before stealing the bar’s rum stocks. The White Horse was founded in 1850 as a stagecoach stop and once held the record for Michigan’s longest-operating restaurant, though lost it in 2012 when it closed temporarily for remodels.

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The Whisky Exchange

OCTOBER 4, 2023

This expression has been finished in casks previously filled with Caribbean (exact origin undisclosed) pot-still rum, adding extra layers of fruit, toffee and spice to the distillery’s softly maritime spirit. Nose : Apple, banana, barley sugar, white pepper, toffee touches and a hint of mint imperial.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

For more top gift ideas check out the archives and read our 2023 , 2022 , 2021 , 2020 , 2019 , 2018 , 2017 , 2016 , 2015 , 2014 , 2013 , 2012 , 2011 , 2010 , 2009 , and 2008 holiday guides. For more solid picks, see our most recent top 10 rums list. Épices Créoles ($35) is another luxe bottling available for a song.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 24, 2025

Glen Scotia notes that historical records from as early as 1815before the distillery was establishedmention casks of rum being available for sale in the local market. Made from 100% Scottish malted barley, the NAS whisky undergoes initial maturation in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels before being finished in Demerara rum casks.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Tetra-Pak format launched in 2012, won a Fast Track award. Nighthawk by Bota showcases bolder and richer expressions of the top varietals including rum barrel red wine blend, bourbon barrel cabernet sauvignon and others. Bota Box Mini, a 500-ml. How has Bota Box managed to keep up the growth?

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

A lovely citrus note develops with more tropical fruit notes and a little rum. Suntory Has Also Won The Following Awards As A Producer Whisky Distiller of the Year at the Icons of Whisky Competition – 2010 and 2017 Distiller of the Year at the International Spirits Challenge – 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Ardbeg Galileo (2012) – The One That Went to Space In what became one of whisky’s most audacious experiments, Ardbeg sent vials of whisky compounds to the International Space Station in 2011. We haven’t touched on the rum-influenced Drum, the dragon-charred Scorch, or the punk-inspired Ardcore.

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VinePair

MARCH 3, 2025

Iberian brandy and Spanish-influenced rum producers like Guatemala’s Zacapa have leveraged it both as a production tool and key marketing message for decades, while whiskies from Scotland continue to employ some form of the system for certain products. Since Hillrocks first solera release in 2012, several more U.S.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 24, 2024

There are many brands of Curaao out there most of which are rum -based but this stellar offering from Pierre Ferrand employs Cognac. Fast forward to 2012, and Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur made its debut on the U.S. Use this as a modifier in a Margarita, Martinez, or mezcal-based cocktails.

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