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Whiskey 101: The Craft of Brewing - The Mash Bill's Role in Whiskey Flavor
As a whiskey aficionado and writer, the brewing phase of distillation is a captivating aspect. The mash bill—the precise combination of...
Tony George
Nov 5, 20242 min read
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Whiskey Shots: Green River Full Proof Bourbon
Howdy! And welcome to my latest whiskey review, where I dive into the rich heritage and remarkable resurgence of Green River Distilling....
Tony George
Nov 3, 20243 min read
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Whiskey Shots: Watershed Barrel Strength Fall Finishing Series Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels
🥃 129.2 Proof 🥃 Aged 6 Years, Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels 🥃 750 ml bottle purchased directly from the distillery 🥃 Tasted in my...
Tony George
Oct 27, 20242 min read
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Whiskey History: Whiskey, Muse of the Rock n Roll Rebel
As a whiskey enthusiast and a passionate rock n roll fan, I've long been fascinated by the intertwining of these two beloved cultural...
Tony George
Oct 20, 20244 min read
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Whiskey 101: The Intriguing Role of Barrel Char Levels
As a passionate whiskey enthusiast, I've always been intrigued by the profound influence of barrel char levels on the final spirit. This...
Tony George
Oct 13, 20242 min read
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Whiskey Shots: A Review of Knob Creek BourbonxRye Blended Straight Whiskeys
🥃113 proof 🥃Mashbill: Undisclosed, 🥃A blend of 9-yr old Bourbon and 7-yr old Rye 🥃750 ml bottle purchased for $38.59 🥃Tasted using...
Tony George
Oct 6, 20242 min read
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Whiskey 101: The Great Debate: Is Tennessee Whiskey Legally Bourbon?
As a whiskey enthusiast, I've discovered that certain topics within the realm of distilled spirits can ignite passionate and heated...
Tony George
Sep 7, 20243 min read
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Whiskey Shots: A Tasting of Highland Park Scotch Whiskies
As a passionate whiskey enthusiast, I'm always eager to delve into the diverse offerings from renowned distilleries, and Highland Park is...
Tony George
Sep 2, 20242 min read
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Whiskey Shots: A Tale of Two States; A Tale of Two Whiskies
I can't stress it enough: in life, and especially on this whiskey journey, relationships are key. Remember when I shared my incredible...
Tony George
Aug 25, 20243 min read
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Whiskey 101: The Three-Tier Alcohol System in the US and the Rise of Direct to Consumer (DTC) sales
As a devoted whiskey enthusiast and blogger, I have immersed myself in the captivating world of spirits, allowing me to truly appreciate...
Tony George
Aug 17, 20246 min read
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My Whiskey Journey (so far): An Evolution + a Review of Highland Park 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Viking Honour
When I first dipped my toes into the world of whiskey 3.5 years ago, I was primarily a bourbon drinker. I loved the sweet, caramel notes...
Tony George
Aug 10, 20243 min read
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Whiskey 101: Great Value, Great Taste: 5 Blended Scotches for the Discerning Whiskey Enthusiast
As a whiskey enthusiast, I appreciate the smoothness, complexity, and character of a fine Scotch. However, finding exceptional quality at...
Tony George
Aug 3, 20243 min read
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Whiskey 101: A Tour of 1845 Distilling Company
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting the 1845 Distillery Company in Lowry Crossing Texas. 1845 is a small, but rapidly growing Texas...
Tony George
Jul 21, 20244 min read
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Whiskey History: When Did Humans Invent Whiskey?
Whiskey, the golden elixir that has captured the hearts and taste buds of people around the world, has a rich and intriguing history that...
Tony George
Jul 18, 20243 min read
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Whiskey 101: Whiskey Clubs
As a whiskey blogger and a member of several whiskey clubs, I can speak from personal experience about the benefits of belonging to these...
Tony George
Jul 16, 20243 min read
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Cocktail Hour: Bourbon and Bitters
Greetings, whiskey wanderers and bourbon buffs! Today, we're taking a detour from the scenic route of sipping bourbon neatly, and...
Tony George
Jul 13, 20243 min read
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Whiskey History: Why July is an Important Month for Whiskey Lovers
While July is a special month for Americans, it is also a very significant month for American Whiskey lovers. In this post, I explore...
Tony George
Jul 10, 20242 min read
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Whiskey 101: High-Proof Bourbon
In recent years, the whiskey industry has seen a surge in popularity of high-proof bourbons. These bold and robust spirits have...
Tony George
Jul 7, 20243 min read
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Whiskey Shots: A Review of Pinhook Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Cask Strength 2024 Release
The term "pinhooking" has long been associated with the horse racing world, signifying the practice of buying young horses with the goal...
Tony George
Jun 30, 20242 min read
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Whiskey Shots: A Review of Watershed Blended Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels
🥃90 proof 🥃A blend of Watershed's 4 year bourbon, their 6 year Apple Brandy Finished Bourbon and a high-rye sourced bourbon distilled...
Tony George
Jun 9, 20243 min read
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