Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Heres a new one, folks. Gin from Mexico. But thats not the unusual part. There are several Mexican gins (most of which weve yet to cover). But theres no other gin out there made with sotol, that lesser known southwestern spirit made from Dasylirion wheeleri , a member of the asparagus family. Its the latest creation from Acronimo Spirits and the Casa Ruelas Distillery, a fifth generation sotol producer in Chihuahua.

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Gin 104

VinePair

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Although cocktail is the catchall term for any alcoholic mixed drink, its truly a rather strange, nonsensical descriptor for such concoctions. There are no Latin roots that offer an explanation, and when considering the name at face value a roosters tail it doesnt really clear anything up, either. Although the term first appeared in print in 1798, it wasnt until 1806 that cocktail shared the definition it bears today.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

After a 10 year old expression last Spring , Old Fitzgerald’s Fall 2024 release — which we just received, mind you — ratchets the age up to 11 years old. As always, it’s a bonded expression at 100 proof, featuring the classic wheated Old Fitz recipe. The trademark corn and peanut aroma of Old Fitzgerald is downplayed on this edition of the whiskey, which instead features a spicier nose we don’t typically see from the brand.

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Bottling Whiskey Bar 104

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Looking to venture into the deepest, darkest corners of peated whisky? Well, you might think the biggest number on the bottle means the biggest punch of smoke in your glass – but it’s not quite that simple. From Bruichladdich’s eye-watering 309.1 PPM Octomore to the surprisingly intense Laphroaig Cask Strength, we’re diving into six of the peatiest drams you can get your hands on.

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