Cocktails

Richard on December 13th, 2011

The holidays are a time to get together with friends and family. Whether you are celebrating the joyous occasion with those close to you or enduring the extended family for the obligatory once a year visit, you probably should have some whiskey on hand. Like butter and bacon, whiskey tends to make everything better. Even [...]

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Richard on November 2nd, 2011

We don’t feature a lot of non-whiskey things but here’s a new contest from Martin Miller’s Gin that I thought was interesting. Martin Miller invites you to “Trade Up”– an online competition intended for the most enthusiastic gin lovers, mixologists and every day drinkers. Miller wants to know what your readers would do to give [...]

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Richard on May 9th, 2011

Rum. It’s been on my mind a good bit the last week or so. Why? I spent last week in Puerto Rico, the self proclaimed home of rum. Did they event it? No, but they make more of it there than anywhere else so I won’t argue the title. Personally, I like rum. I like [...]

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Richard on March 14th, 2011

Canadian Club Reserve Aged 10 Years 40% ABV/80 Proof $16.99 Widely available What the Distillery Says: Our CC Reserve is for those who appreciate the deeper oak notes that come with maturity of 10 long years in our white oak barrels. It is a whisky of exceptional character and richness. Color: Bronze gold Aroma: Toffee [...]

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Richard on March 1st, 2011

I just got a note that they are having a release party in honor of Bulleit Rye Tuesday March 8th at Mac McGee’s at 8:00PM. It’s $10 to get in and that includes tastings of Bulleit Bourbon, Bulleit Rye, and Bulleit cocktails. Hollis Bulleit will be there for the party and you can bring your [...]

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