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Touring Bourbon Country
A few decades ago, visiting distilleries used to be a hit-or-miss proposition. Yes, Maker's Mark always had the welcome mat out at its meticulously restored, national-landmark …
The Latest Last Drop
If you're a single-malt snob who happens to have a wallet with a lazy four grand in it, you might want to test your allegiance by taking the Last Drop challenge. The latest …
Jack Daniel’s First Barrel Proof
You used to have to work at Jack Daniel's Lynchburg, Tennessee, distillery to know how the world's best-selling American whiskey tasted straight from the barrel. Now, drinkers …
Hedonism Shows Its Age For Its Anniversary
You're never supposed to ask a lady her age, but if she offers it don't be surprised if there's more than one answer.
The Margarita
It's been said that the Margarita is the traditional drink of Cinco de Mayo, the Mexican version of Independence Day. But forget that noise. First of all, the fifth of May marks a …
Herradura Is (Clearly) Aged
If you're into judging by appearance, prepare to be surprised by Herradura Tequila's latest expression: Ultra. The magic of filtering has removed the color from what is an añejo …
Laphroaig Savors Its Bicentennial
Perhaps because they feel that hitting the two-century mark is too special an occasion to celebrate in just one day, the makers of Laphroaig whisky are stretching their 200th …
A Case for the Blood and Sand Scotch Cocktail
Weighty and warming, Scotch whisky is a winter staple. However, when the thermometer spikes, many eschew their Caledonian drams for lighter and (what is thought to be) more …
Pimm’s Cup—An English Take On Summer
"But in spite of all temptations to belong to other nations, he remains an Englishman." - Gilbert & Sullivan, H.M.S. Pinafore