Imbibe Magazine

JULY 25, 2024

The finalists had been determined by a preliminary round held in June, after which the six highest-scoring spirits in Gin, Rum, Liqueur, American Whiskey, World Whisky, and Agave Spirits advanced to the final round. Spirits of the Year were determined by the judges marking their top three in order.

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Imbibe Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

El Toxica: an Espresso Martini made with mazapn-washed Sierra Norte Red corn whiskey. Photo courtesy of Mirate You offer an expansive selection of Mexican spirits, not just agave, but also rum and vodka. And of course, the great length we go to in order to source and showcase unique and often Mirate-exclusive spirits.

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Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 15, 2024

The Cleanse Cocktail A rosemary-beet cordial brings richness to whiskey, ginger, and lemon. Silly Rabbit Vodka provides a perfect base for carrot, ginger, and orgeat in this cocktail from Mister O’s in Los Angeles. Two Charlies Fresh carrot juice brings earthiness to ginger and vodka.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For home bartenders], using the same mix in a Margarita , Whiskey Sour , and Tom Collins will result in subpar drinks that taste overwhelmingly similar. .” ” —Alex Jump, founder, Focus on Health “I’d love to see the end of artificially flavored vodkas. No craft cocktail bar should ever use it.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Keep in mind, these aren’t just standard slugs of vodka , tequila , or whiskey. Listen Online Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify The article The VinePair Podcast: How Shots Got Classy appeared first on VinePair.

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Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

Frozen Irish Coffee The housemade Irish coffee mix in this recipe inspired by a New Orleans favorite combines coffee liqueur and Irish whiskey sweetened with a stout and coffee syrup. Frozen Moscow Mule Everyone’s favorite vodka cocktail gets the blender treatment.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 7, 2024

(image via Jeptha Creed) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Jeptha Creed, introduced in 2016, is a small Kentucky craft whiskey distillery that is unique in this busy bourbon landscape in several ways. This bourbon is noted as being Jeptha Creed’s flagship whiskey offering.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Whilst we are, first and foremost, a whiskey website, we understand that whiskey isn’t for everyone. Luckily, there is a wide range of spirit advent calendars out there for people who don’t like whiskey. So, let’s take a look at some of the best spirit advent calendars for those who prefer not to drink whiskey.

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Imbibe Magazine

JULY 1, 2024

It works well with everything from gin or agave to whiskey or rum.” His work-around involved using rye whiskey infused with oolong tea, a one-two punch of spice and tannins that transforms pandan into a nuanced supporting player. vodka 1/4 oz. pandan and oolong–infused rye whiskey 1/2 oz. dry vermouth 3/4 oz.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 2, 2024

(image via Hard Truth Distilling) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Since its start in distilling back in 2015, Indiana’s Hard Truth distillery has primarily focused on being a whiskey producer, more specifically, a maker of bourbon. per 750 ml bottle.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 26, 2024

So, today, I thought we could take a look at the best American whiskeys. Many blends, ryes, and Bottled-In-Bond American whiskeys were entered into the competition last year. Looking for more award-winning bourbons and whiskeys? Looking for more award-winning bourbons and whiskeys? Only seven were named “Best In Show”.

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Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

That said, if you’re making a vodka Martini and just have to shake it, again, shake with a big rock to control dilution. Whiskey Sour “Again another seemingly simple drink,” says DiMonriva. “The Whiskey Sour itself is an easy build. The entire drink is a delicate balance.”

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 31, 2024

image via Watershed Distillery) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Located in Columbus, Ohio, Watershed today produces its home state’s best-selling Ohio-made bourbon and gin portfolios, along with an award-winning vodka and a raft of other specialty spirits. proof and priced at $69.99. .

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VinePair

DECEMBER 13, 2023

It’s clear that vodka is beloved worldwide: It’s a centuries-old staple in Eastern Europe, Americans love it , and it remains the world’s second-largest spirits category behind only baijiu. Earlier this year, the Spirits Business examined the top 10 best-selling vodka brands with case sales over 1 million in 2022. million in 2022.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 1, 2024

We review Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon, the next chapter in an Indiana whiskey producer known for its sweet mash style. image via Hard Truth Distilling) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Read the full article at Whiskey Review: Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon per 750 ml bottle.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Tennessee Whiskey Trail has welcomed Peg Leg Porker Spirits and Stable Reserve Distillery as two new members. Image credits: Peg Leg Porker Spirits and Stable Reserve Distillery The Tennessee Whiskey Trail has announced the addition of two new trail members: Stable Reserve Distillery and Peg Leg Porker Spirits.

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VinePair

JANUARY 14, 2025

I posit that rum could be a great substitute for American whiskey , which, let’s face it, is seeing lower quality, and lower age statements for higher prices year after year while rum offers richness and complexity along with tremendous value. It’s a great combination of flavors that will appeal to a large audience.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 22, 2024

Flavored whiskey is a rapidly growing category. As whiskey producers gear themselves towards a younger market, hoping to appeal to Gen-Z drinkers, we have seen all sorts of flavors hit the market, from birthday cake to s’mores , there is a flavored whiskey to appeal to all tastes. Whether this is true is up for debate.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The beauty of the term ‘American Style Whiskey’ is that it encompasses a wide range of whiskey styles. From American single malts to experimental spirits, American whiskeys can appeal to a very wide range of palates, and allow distilleries room for experimentation. Keep an eye out! 40 as the one destined for bottling.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 6, 2024

(image via Jeptha Creed) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Jeptha Creed, introduced in 2016, is a small Kentucky craft whiskey distillery that is unique in this busy bourbon landscape in several ways. It is bottled at 100 proof and priced at $74.99.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 12, 2024

The double-blind tasting competition is held annually and features everything from whiskey and bourbon to tequila and vodka. To name every gold medal winner in the American whiskey and bourbon categories would take a long time. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is named for George T. Stagg bourbons.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 1, 2024

The TAG Global Spirits Awards 2024 judges have named the ‘Best In Show’ bourbons and American whiskeys. Previously, I broke down the best American whiskeys and bourbons as named in the 2023 TAG Global Spirits Awards. Looking for more award-winning whiskeys? Check out the rest of my Awards Series.

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Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Nightwish In this refreshing vodka cocktail from Halloween pop-up Black Lagoon , banana liqueur and sherry round out the flavors while just a bit of salinity amps them up. Queen of the Damned A hibiscus cordial and fresh lime juice brighten up this delicious rye whiskey cocktail from Scotch Lodge in Portland, Oregon.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 3, 2024

The San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024 In this year’s competition, there were 787 Double Gold medal winners across all categories including bourbon, whiskey, gin, vodka, and liqueurs. The whiskey contains rye whiskeys aged up to 17 years old, with the youngest whiskey being 12 years old, hence the age statement.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 31, 2024

This week, continuing the breakdown of the 82 Platinum medal winners (across all categories), I will take a look at the Platinum medal-winning American whiskeys. Ryes, single malts, and Tennesee whiskeys all make an appearance on this list, with each earning praise from the judges at the 2024 SFWSC.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

It adds complexity to a vodka drink. If people are used to core spirits at their home bar — like vodka, gin, tequila or whiskey drinks — it might feel really new. This article is sponsored by Rémy Martin. The article The Trade Up: How Rémy V Upgrades Any Cocktail appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 5, 2023

With a relentless commitment to crafting original expressions of whiskey, founder Kaveh Zamanian’s determination to challenge the status quo and offer a new vision of what authentic premium American whiskey can be has yielded a company with over a decade under its belt — with no signs of slowing down. s Rabbit Hole Distillery.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Or getting into the weeds of Pluto’s transit through Aquarius over a bottle of whiskey. For example, the Libra, a sign represented by beauty and balance, is a highball of an attractive purple hue that’s created with whiskey smoked over palo santo, which, according to Dennison, can create a sense of equilibrium.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Old Landmark Bourbon (four-year-old, 86 proof, from Illinois); and Macy’s “40” Whiskey (a blend containing 40 percent Kentucky juice, 86 proof). It also sold two brands of in-house rye , two types of Scotch , a vodka , brandy , and several cordials. My favorite brand name of theirs was Greeley Square Vodka.)

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Mixologists

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

This article dives deep into the enchantment of minimalist mixology, exploring the compelling reasons these streamlined drinks are the perfect antidote to hectic weeknights. Essential spirits include vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, each offering a unique flavor profile. oz gin, 0.75

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 2, 2024

Spirits competitions across the world pit the best whiskies, bourbons, tequilas, vodkas, and more against one another. In 2014, we started the North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition. Vodka is the most arduous spirit to judge correctly Good vodka is almost tasteless. Photo by Christopher J. Find out more here.

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A Bar Above

MAY 28, 2024

This box gift set is a great idea for making iced coffee for the coffee snob in your life– Check out this article from our buddies at Bon Appétit for a starter recipe. Vodka connoisseurs : Grab a bottle of vodka from Loft & Bear. Did you know that you can make a cup of coffee iced using a cocktail shaker?

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Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

Alaska serves Buffalo Trace and Aviation Gin, while Delta features Du Nord Foundation Vodka among its offerings. A whiskey soda or a Gin & Tonic are both great staples,” he says. “The Hawaiian route has a Blue Hawaiian cocktail,” says Delta flight attendant Wisa Srisoda. When we go to Japan, they offer sake.”

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 24, 2024

There were a total of 82 Platinum medal winners across all categories, including bourbon, whiskey, gin, vodka, and liqueurs. Read my previous article on Double Gold medal-winning age-statement American whiskeys and bourbons, here. Juke Joint is also a straight bourbon whiskey. Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon Credit: F.E.W

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Imbibe Magazine

MAY 23, 2024

As an equal-parts drink, this recipe can be easily scaled up or down The Buck Hunter A simple combo of whiskey, lemon and ginger, this might just be the perfect pitcher cocktail. Black Rock Chiller In this simple batched cocktail, Branca Menta’s minty cooling power matches crisp tequila and earthy gentian liqueur.

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VinePair

AUGUST 28, 2024

The easiest cocktails to master, according to bartenders: Manhattan Cuba Libre Moscow Mule Daiquiri Vodka Martini Old Fashioned Whiskey Highball Honeysuckle Negroni Vodka Soda “The easiest drink to master, from my perspective, is the classic Manhattan. He said I just needed to know the phone line’s area code to Manhattan: 212.

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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. Boilermaker The boilermaker isn’t your average shooter. Opt for watermelon liqueur.

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