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

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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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

That said, most Apple Pie shooters will be made with apple cider and either vodka or whiskey and topped off with whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon. A boilermaker is simply a shot of liquor (usually whiskey) served alongside a pint of beer. Pickleback Just like a boilermaker, Picklebacks are a multi-step order.

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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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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Cocktails: Sazerac , Vieux Carré , Pendennis Club, Improved Whiskey Cocktail Orange Bitters Orange bitters are made with orange peels, a base of alcohol or glycerin, and a blend of herbs and spices like cardamom, coriander, and anise. Breaux in 2012. They also shine in seafood dishes such as stuffed clams, fried oysters, and gumbo.

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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

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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VinePair

MAY 21, 2024

The Green Giant was created by former head bartender Tom Macy in 2012. Dear Irving: Whiskey Business Over Gibson Credit: Eric Medsker Dear Irving is justly renowned for its take on the Gibson, which is adorned with a vivid pink pickled onion. This delightful rum sour is enhanced by touches of Lillet Blanc and orange marmalade.

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VinePair

AUGUST 25, 2024

7 Tennessee Sour-Mash Whiskey Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Sour-Mash Whiskey He used to be so frisky” Long before pop star Kesha was brushing her teeth with a bottle of Jack , Jerry Lee Lewis took a less celebratory stance on the whiskey. 7 Tennessee Sour-Mash Whiskey in the chorus. Now, that’s dedication.

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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

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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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!) If I see the quintessential Hitachino owl logo on anything — wine, sake, whiskey — I’m all in! directions as my iPhone’s GPS would no longer work once I got to the rural roads leading to this Vermont hot spot.

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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. Still operating in the bourbon capital of the world, the Talbott Tavern serves lunch and dinner and has a bourbon bar with over 200 whiskeys to choose from.

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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. As always, watch this space for our top whiskeys of the year list in mid-December, which will offer even more solid picks.

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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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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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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. We were amazed the process hadnt been used for aging American whiskeys before.

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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

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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