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Read more »You know how when you take a sip of typical cheap or “house” spirit, the high alcohol content rips and burns your throat? That’s the opposite of what a “smooth” whisky hopes to achieve. By “smooth,” we mean a spirit that you can drink without needing to use a fire extinguisher to tone down the burn. You want the liquid to go down your throat like satin or silk.
That’s not to say that whisky
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Have you ever considered giving your alcohol proper rest and relaxation? Distillers of fine tequilas know that spirits soften with a nice, long nap. Most tequila tasters agree that the “alcohol burn” mellows more the longer the spirit is aged. That’s exactly what “Reposado” tequilas do.
For tequila to be appropriately “rested,” it needs to sit after distillation for two to 12 months.
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Did you eat a plate of pasta, put on your favorite pair of jeans, or sip your favorite glass of wine today? You can thank a farmer for all of these integral parts of your life. National Farmer’s Day is October 12th. It’s a day to recognize and honor the farmers who work tirelessly to feed and supply our nation. They plow, plant, raise, cultivate, and harvest so you can enjoy the pleasures of
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The world's most popular cognac, the versatility of Hennessey makes it well-loved by people around the world. Its delicious taste pairs well in both traditional and exciting new cocktails, making Hennessy a must-have at bars and parties. The distiller's dedication to the product produces the same taste every time. Meticulous attention to detail is one
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There’s National Buffet Day, Clean Off Your Desk Day, and even Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day. In the U.S., there are plenty of light-hearted holidays to celebrate each year. But one tried-and-true national holiday that’s sure to lighten the mood (and not require any cleaning) is National Tell a Joke Day.
National Tell a Joke Day is celebrated on August 16th. It’s a day to celebrate all k
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Whisky is a part of Scotland’s rich history. going back hundreds of years. The earliest known mention of whisky is in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland in 1494. Fast forward to today and whisky is Scotland's national drink, their most popular export, and a tourist attraction that takes people from the lowlands to the northernmost islands of Scotland. While enjoyable on its own thanks to its various c
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We've seen Mezcal and Tequila on the shelves at the back of the bar. They’re sitting right next to each other...does that mean they're the same thing? Yes and no. Confused? Let’s fix that.
You probably already know that scotch, bourbon, and rye are all whiskeys, though they go through different methods of production. It’s a similar situation with mezcal and tequila. All tequilas can be consi
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Here are five fall-inspired cocktails recipes to break you out of your summer rut.
Spice it up!
What could be better on a fall day than a Dark and Stormy fall cocktail with spiced rum?
The classic Dark and Stormy is a 2:3 ratio of rum to ginger beer, in a tall glass over ice with a lime squeeze. To spice it up, trade out your rum for one of the spiced varieties like Kraken
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Mulled wine and hot cocktails are winter home bar essentials. Remember winter when you were a kid? Every snowstorm was a potential day off from school. Weekends meant building snowmen, snowball fights, sledding, and cozy nights on the couch, looking at the Toys R Us catalog. Recapturing the magic of the holiday season is hard to do as an adult. Winter doesn’t exactly make us giddy anymore. Without t
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Non-peaty Scotch is a must-have for some of you. With peat, you either love it or leave it. We get it. We can get down with some peat, for sure. But if you’re looking to avoid that signature slap in the mouth, then we’ve got some perfect bottles for you.
Today, we’ll hear from three of our Prestige Decanters brand ambassadors. They’
