• American Single Malts Change the Game of Whiskey

    There is nothing like the taste of whiskey, straight with no chaser, and the way that its paradoxical power and peace roll across your tongue as you drink. America has increased its stake as a major player in the whiskey game over the past several years, and the game just ratcheted up a notch….

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  • When The Old Becomes New: An Age-Old Practice with an Explorative Twist

    For whiskey makers, flavor is everything. Subtle overtones and minute differences in the depth of flavors will make or break the taste of the whiskey and, therefore, the marketability of your product.  From woodsmoke to spices to peanut butter, the flavor profiles of your favorite whiskeys go through many different experimentation phases along the…

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  • The Godfather of Soul Showed His Heart

    Fifty years ago this month, James Brown put on one of his most amazing shows, to an audience that hadn’t paid a dime for a ticket and who were not even old enough to have a drink at the concert. And for the thousand or so concertgoers that day, he sent a message that…

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  • Things To Know About Whiskey!

    It’s the classic age-old question: which came first, the chicken or the egg? Or in this case, whiskey or bourbon? Even if you are an avid drinker and an enjoyer of spirits, you might not clearly understand this concept. To put it clearly, all bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon. This…

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  • The History of Whiskey and Jazz

    A sultry sax solo. A glass of warming liquor on the bar. Lights turned low and hushed conversations. There are just some things that go together, and when you think about whiskey-drinking, jazz music cannot be far behind in your thought process. Dubbed the Jazz Age by writer F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Roaring 20’s…

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  • How To Taste Specific Flavors In Whiskey

    For many new whisky drinkers, a sip of whiskey brings a myriad of flavors that please the palate. And as you get into your newfound passion for whiskey sipping, it is nice to actually know and understand what is what, as you begin to build muscle memories of flavor profiles. With a little knowledge…

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  • Why Whiskey Is A Great Holiday Gift (And Who To Give It To)

    With the holidays approaching, you might be feeling a little anxious about your gifting list. How do you get everyone something on the list that feels luxurious without completely breaking the bank? Well, for some, a bottle of whiskey does the trick. It’s a gift that keeps on giving, evokes a sense of luxury,…

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  • Healthy Whiskey Recipes

    As the weather turns colder and the summer drinks with their umbrellas and frivolity fall by the wayside, it is time to think about how you can enjoy a good healthy cocktail without packing on the pounds. After all, the holidays and all of their guilty pleasures are just around the corner! Harlem Standard…

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  • Whiskey Fall Favorites

    Now that we are falling into fall, it is time to consider all the libations that make the season great. Gone are the fruity drinks of summer, with their tiny umbrellas and their light palette. When the wind blows the leaves off the trees and the air takes on a chill, you need something…

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  • “Never delay kissing a pretty girl or opening a bottle of whiskey.” – Ernest Hemingway

    Although Hemingway is right, and you should always open a bottle of whiskey without delay, in September there is even more urgency. September is National Bourbon month, and for those who love bourbon, Kentucky is the heart of it all. Kentucky is known for its plethora of bourbon distilleries, and they want everyone else…

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