Mix That Drink

JUNE 27, 2025

It’s definitely a sweet little number. What Makes the Xaviera Cocktail Special The Xaviera stands out because it blends some classic flavors—coffee, orange, and almond—with a creamy texture. It’s sweet, but not too heavy, and the liqueurs work together to give a layered taste that’s perfect for dessert or after dinner.

Bar Tools

VinePair

MAY 1, 2025

Bright, energetic, with a subtle core of sweet agave, it surely owes some of its intensity and definition to its 48-percent-ABV bottling strength. But tequila as an alcoholic beverage is more like wine than, say, whiskey; base ingredients matter more here. Violet aromas make their presence fully known, along with a hint of minerality.

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Good Spirits News

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

This release is a blended spirit composed of 9-year-old straight Kentucky bourbon and 11-year-old Tennessee whiskey from a bourbon mash aged in re-charred barrels, finished for 3-6 months in peach brandy barrels from George Washington’s distillery at Mount Vernon. In any case, it has a lovely and assertive whiskey perfume.

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VinePair

JULY 9, 2025

As far as I know, no one has ever definitively determined the etymology of the word “tater” as it applies to the bourbon industry. Or maybe it came from a private Facebook bourbon group, those long-standing battlegrounds for s**t-talking, trolling, and occasional whiskey talk.

Liquor

Mix That Drink

JUNE 21, 2025

This is definitely a treat for anyone who likes candy-like cocktails or sweet drinks after dinner. If you’re making these for a group, try using big ice cubes or whiskey stones so they melt slower. If served over ice, the flavors get a bit lighter as the ice melts.

Bar Tools

Cocktails with Suderman

MAY 28, 2025

In last Friday’s newsletter, I wrote about the Whiskey Smash , which began life as a Mint Julep twin, but eventually evolved into a sort of a Mint Julep crossed with a Whiskey Sour, after bartenders started adding fresh fruit. So even as I was writing about the raspberry-less Whiskey Smash, I had some raspberries on hand.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 1, 2025

“Brandied” Cherries – The term “brandied cherry” refers to a cherry preserved in maraschino liqueur (aka cherry brandy), but in reality there are virtually no actual brandied cherries on the market. Similar to Jack Rudy’s cherries, though definitely a bit sweeter. 454g jar.

Brandy

Mix That Drink

JUNE 15, 2025

The beer version definitely looks more like Mountain Dew, but a lot of people prefer the taste of the vodka version. And it’s one of those fun drinks where you get to drop a shot glass into a mug. In this case, it’s a shot full of Midori. There are a couple of variations on this drink – one using beer, the other using vodka.

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Just Drinks

JULY 7, 2025

on why it is “bullish” on American single malt "The category is definitely going in the right direction," Gareth Moore, CEO of Virginia Distillery Company, says. Making something that’s uniquely American is always part of our plan but it fits the global definition of single malt. It’s] something that we’re trying to get into.

Alcohol

Drinkhacker

JULY 10, 2025

The latest bourbon release from Rabbit Hole ‘s Founder’s Collection is Adourra, a 9-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon finished in Armagnac brandy casks and bottled at 108 proof. Per Rabbit Hole: The delicious brandy which makes this region in Southern France famous is meticulously aged in a process that can last for decades.

Brandy

Drinkhacker

JULY 29, 2024

Lost Irish burst on the scene a few years ago as the brain child of whiskey expert and writer Tim Herlihy, who figured he could do something a little different in what has long been the relatively sleepy yet growing category of Irish whiskey. There’s a hint of fruit about the whiskey, but it remains elusive on the nose.

Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 25, 2024

image via Cedar Ridge) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Iowa’s Cedar Ridge is an American whiskey distillery with some history behind it, at least by craft distilling history standards. Read the full article at Whiskey Review: Cedar Ridge The QuintEssential Portside

Whiskey

Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

With some 200 whiskeys available for tasting, you can’t possible sample everything on offer. Gentle sweet with ripe raisin notes and just a bit of funk, it’s a beautiful expression of the best of two worlds — burly bourbon whiskey and a soothing, sweet brandy. 100 proof. $55

Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 9, 2024

I chatted with Christian Loeffelholz, Head Distiller at Dampfwerk Distillery, about the boundless opportunities involved in distilling American Single Malt Whiskey. Credit: Dampfwerk Distillery The American single malt whiskey category is expanding. Then, Christian had the idea to begin making American single malt whiskey.

Whiskey

Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In just about eight months, seven different whiskeys have arrived at Drinkhacker HQ, and today we’re finally getting down to reviewing them all. Let’s fire away at this septet of whiskeys. This is without doubt a whiskey that requires time and patience to open up and evolve. Definitely a solid, if slow-starting, rye.

Whiskey

VinePair

MARCH 14, 2024

If there’s one thing whiskey fans love, it’s superlatives. All spirits must be American rye whiskeys. It must be a rye whiskey under the definition during the period in which it was bottled. Interviewees could only choose rye whiskeys they’ve personally sampled. Oldest, highest proof, rarest — we covet them all.

Whiskey

VinePair

AUGUST 6, 2024

Like the rest of the country, the whiskey trails in the Western part of the United States are vast and full of options to explore. Drawing from local ingredients and influenced by local microclimates, the distilleries — and the whiskeys they make — reflect a relaxed and creative attitude common in this part of the country.

Whiskey

Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 11, 2024

Great with a splash of soda, the noir could also brighten up a Manhattan (especially if you go 50:50 with a robust rye whiskey ). This vermouth is bold enough to stand up to any whiskey in a Manhattan or Rob Roy. The vermouth strikes a superbly drinkable balance between the wine’s acidity, a spicy structure, and a gentle sweetness.

Aperitif

Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 23, 2023

This one honors its longstanding footprint in Sonoma County , finishing Woodford bourbon in Sonoma County pinot noir, brandy, and former bourbon barrels that were subsequently used to age red wine. On the palate, the whiskey showcases a rich, rounded body, again quite nutty and with an intriguing note of menthol backing it up.

Brandy

A Bar Above

MAY 20, 2024

Table of Contents : Margarita Raspberry Lemonade Sparkler Daiquiri Sangria Whiskey Sour Punch Mocktails List of Bar Tools You’ll Need Photo courtesy of DesignPickle/stock.adobe.com The Classic Margarita The classic Margarita is one of the best celebratory cocktails you could offer your guests.

Simple Syrup

Australian Bartender

JUNE 24, 2024

Meanwhile, another New Orleans based businessman was importing brandy, specifically Sazerac-du-Forge et Fils cognac. The story then goes that phylloxera, a root disease which crippled France’s wine and brandy industry, made cognac hard to come by and so the indigenous rye whiskey was substituted, eventually becoming the norm.

Brandy

Drinkhacker

JUNE 6, 2025

My fascination with American whiskey extends beyond the simple pleasure of sipping a glass after a long day or sharing a pour with friends. While I thoroughly enjoy the sensory experience of whiskey, I am arguably more captivated by delving into its rich history.

Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 27, 2024

The recent change in legislation by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, which states that American single malt whiskey does not need to be aged in virgin American white oak casks, has opened up many doors for producers. Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey The Stranahan’s range include multi-award-winning single malt whiskeys.

Stout

VinePair

JULY 26, 2024

The world of American whiskey is one simultaneously dominated by both trends and tradition. From HAZMAT-level whiskey to single barrel and single rickhouse bourbons , there’s seemingly always something new for enthusiasts and collectors to pine over.

Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Tamnavulin adds to its core range, and The Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. But this particular unpeated release provides the very definition of a contrast – so we’d love to hear what whisky drinkers think.” The Speyside Malt Whisky was matured in ex-bourbon and then finished in rare casks that once held French apple brandy.

Brandy

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

The Triple Cask II release definitely exemplifies the unique flavor profile, managing to balance three distinct cask finishes and blend together 8 and 16 year bourbons for a delightful dram. Outside of the maturation in fresh American oak, we have finishing across rum, cognac, and apple brandy casks.

Brandy

Drinkhacker

MAY 11, 2024

We all know who has definitely earned the title of master distiller, but the bigger question is regarding those who claim the title with a questionable or unaccomplished resume. Assuming a reader has their alleged still ready to fire, Bishop takes you through the production process of several spirits, giving heavy attention to brandy.

Brandy

A Bar Above

JANUARY 10, 2024

That’s why you often see them in sour cocktails like the Whiskey Sour , because they help calm down the acidic bite of the citrus. It expedites the process but definitely makes your shake louder (and kind of springy sounding.) So it may not suit every bar… but it definitely makes your shake faster! Don’t believe me?

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Cheers

JULY 24, 2024

The heat is definitely on this summer, and guests are craving cold drinks — the colder the better. Blackberry brandy 1 oz. Print Barrel Of Berries Course Drinks Keyword creme de mure, lime, raspberry puree, Simple syrup, whiskey Ingredients 2 oz. Here are seven recipes that we like for this year.

Simple Syrup

Drinkhacker

MAY 17, 2024

We ranked and argued and analyzed, and after a little math came up with what is obviously the most definitive list of summer cocktailing ever published. Add wine and brandy and stir well. bourbon or rye whiskey (we usually opt for Old Grandad 114, Rittenhouse Rye, or the highest-proof whiskey on the shelf) 1/4 oz.

Simple Syrup

VinePair

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In 1806, The Balance and Columbian Repository in upstate New York published what would become known as the original definition of a cocktail: “C**k-tail is a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water, and bitters.” Ango adds spice, bitterness, and notes of cinnamon and clove to just about anything you throw it in.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

English Whisky Rules Are Unwritten Unlike in Scotland and Ireland, there are not yet any rules governing English whisky making, production is only constrained by the European definition. Sustainably produced spirit going into casks seasoned with cider or apple brandy, or barrels from the new English wine industry?

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VinePair

JUNE 18, 2024

Whenever you’re clarifying, by definition you’re removing something,” says Arnold. Hedges uses milk to separate out the solids in the base of whiskey, fresh lemon, and simple syrup and kegs that mixture. Clarity Taketh Away The feeling of monotony goes beyond these drinks looking the same. Now, he’s serving a clarified New York Sour.

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Cocktails with Suderman

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

This construction is pretty simple: It takes the Manhattan structure — two parts rye whiskey, one part sweet vermouth, a couple dashes aromatic bitters — and splits the whiskey base between rye and dark, aged rum. Once again, the rye-rum-brandy triangle works in our favor.) Strain into a coupe glass.

Rum

Cocktails with Suderman

JANUARY 5, 2024

More specifically, we’re going to take that mulled wine, add a couple of ingredients, and make a Hot Negroni — or, for those more inclined to whiskey drinks, a Hot Boulevardier. But I stand by my assertion that mulled wine with spices, honey, and brandy is kinda, sorta, a little like vermouth.

Brandy

VinePair

JUNE 30, 2025

The drink’s history even coincides with the first definition of the word “cocktail” published in a Hudson, N.Y., At the time, whiskey was hard to come by, but the bars had a surplus of rum, and what better way to sell it than in a big, boozy cocktail. newspaper in 1806.)

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Liquorista

AUGUST 16, 2021

The aging of rum is usually done in used casks that were previously used to make whiskey, but aging can also take place in other types of wooden casks or stainless steel tanks. Rum is most commonly produced in tropical climates making it mature at a much higher rate than whiskey or brandy.

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