Bottles
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Irish whiskey is in the midst of a renaissance. Not long ago, giants like Jameson and Bushmills dominated the category, but now–thanks to the efforts and creativity of a few small producers–whiskey from the Emerald…
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Over the course of 2021, the editors at Spirited Zine have had the opportunity to taste spirits from across the globe. From Taiwan and California to Scotland and Kenya, we’ve sampled spirits and wine from…
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America makes damn good whiskey. Whether you’re into bourbon, rye, single malt, or something a bit more fringe, the whiskey that’s currently being created in the United States is some of the world’s best. Better…
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It’s a great time to be a Scotch drinker. Each year, more and more limited-edition Scotch whiskies pour into the marketplace, giving us an opportunity to explore variations and directions that are being traversed for…
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When asked about the flavor profile of mezcal, one of the first characteristics that comes to mind is smoke. For some, it’s why they are so excited about the spirit, for others it’s a complete…
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When it comes to whiskey, we often think of places like Kentucky, Ireland, or Scotland, possibly even Tennessee or Japan, but Iowa isn’t one of the first locations to come to mind. Thanks to distilleries…
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In one of my last masterclasses for waiters and bartenders I asked a simple question: “How do you categorize Rum?” Some of them responded, “White and Dark”, others “Agricole and Traditional”, but almost everyone used…
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Over the past year or so, you may have noticed a “new” Scotch whisky brand named Balblair popping up in your local market, liquor store, or favorite e-commerce platform. There’s nothing new about the Highland…
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National Rum Day has finally arrived! In order to make sure we take advantage of everyone’s favorite tiki-fueled holiday, we asked our friends at BACARDÍ for a little guidance. Luckily, they sent A-K Hada, North…
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National Rum Day arrives on August 16 in the midst of the Third Rum Revolution. The sugarcane-based spirit hasn’t been this popular since tiki drinks took the world by storm, but this time it’s sipping…