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Commonwealth Punch
Posted by Michael EmanYou can’t whip this up at the very last minute, because you have to let the lemon peels soak in sugar for an hour, and allow the punch to chill in the refrigerator. But if you make it the morning of the party, the wonderful cinnamon smell of the Chai tea will linger in the air.
December 22, 2020 -
Tips for Drinking the Best Wheat Whiskey
Posted by Michael EmanTruthfully, the best place for wheat whiskey right now is in a cocktail. Or with ginger beer. Oh, yeah: Bernheim wheat, two ounces, with a healthy pour of ginger beer over ice and a lime wedge. Yum!
September 1, 2020 -
Food Pairing Tips
Posted by Michael EmanWhen it comes pairing bourbon with food, bacon frequently jumps to the top of many lists. But let’s face it: You could pair buttermilk with bacon and walk away looking like a genius. Bacon and bourbon pairing is too easy. Here are some other food-pairing targets.
September 1, 2020 -
Classic Cocktails: Whiskey Sour
Posted by Michael EmanInevitably this fall, a special moment will force you to pause, reflect, relax, and mix a classic whiskey drink.
September 1, 2020 -
Non-Regulated vs. Regulated Bourbon Terms
Posted by Fred MinnickWhen you pick up an American whiskey bottle, you’ll see some terms that are regulated and offer great insight, while others are just marketing drivel that do not amount to a hill of spent mash. Hopefully, this quick-hitting guide helps you select the perfect bottle in your next shopping experience.
September 1, 2020 -
Did You Know Liquor Ads Were Once Banned?
Posted by Michael EmanHave you’ve ever wondered why whiskey brands advertise less than beer? Or why whiskey models wear more threads than scantily clothed beer ladies? The reasons may surprise you.
September 1, 2020 -
Blood Orange Old Fashioned
Posted by Michael EmanRecipe and Photography by Victor Sizemore
July 8, 2020 -
Mixed Berry Mint Julep
Posted by Michael EmanThis mint julep recipe is classic and easy to make.
July 8, 2020 -
Value Scotch: Look to the Lowlands for high-value Scotches
Posted by Michael EmanLook to the Lowlands for high-value Scotches
July 6, 2020 -
Classic Cocktails: Brown Derby
Posted by Michael EmanInevitably this summer, a special moment will force you to pause, reflect, relax, and mix a classic whiskey drink.
June 22, 2020