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Morning Report, Monday, April 14th, 2014

  Gear: The Many Varieties of Whiskey by Pop Chart Lab categorizes and distills all the major varieties of whiskey–from scotch to bourbon to single malt to moonshine. It measures 18″ by 24″ and each print is signed and numbered by the artists, and comes packaged in a Pop Chart Lab Test Tube. Also available in a limited […]

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Morning Report, Friday, April 11th, 2014

Books: This highly accessible and enjoyable guide is full of practical and fascinating information about how to enjoy whisky. All whisky styles are covered and common myths exposed. Whisky expert and author David Broom provides an expert guide to all things whisky. David Broom has an awesome resume with eight books, editor-in-chief at Whisky Magazine: Japan, consultant […]

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Ranger Creek .36 Caliber Texas Bourbon Whiskey Review

Name: Ranger Creek .36 Caliber Texas Bourbon Whiskey ABV: 48% Proof: 96 Age: 18 Months Notes: On the nose this whiskey has a nice brown sugar and vanilla aroma. At first sip I could taste a rich vanilla flavor with some dark berries, wood, and syrup. The finish is moderate with strong flavor of cherries, molasses, and almonds. This […]

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Featured Bar: Sheffield's, Chicago, Illinois

This weeks featured bar is Sheffield’s in Chicago, Illinois. They offer great beer, bbq, and other fine spirits. With a large selection of beer, Over 100 bottles and 30 craft beers on tap, they have a lot to offer. In addition to the great beer, they have an impressive menu of whiskey and food options. All the […]

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San Antonio's Ranger Creek Brings Home 3 Big Medals for Texas Whiskey

SAN ANTONIO, TX, April 9, 2014 – With the recent results from the American Craft Distiller’s Association judging competition, Ranger Creek has continued their perfect streak of winning at least one medal in every competition entered with their whiskey.  The San Antonio distillery was honored with three medals and was one of only three Texas distilleries […]

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Ranger Creek Rimfire Mesquite Smoked Texas Single Malt Whiskey Review

Name: Ranger Creek Rimfire Mesquite Smoked Texas Single Malt Whiskey ABV: 43% Proof: 86 Age: 9 Months Notes: On the nose this whiskey has a light corn and smoky aroma. At first sip there is a nice taste of smoked malts and cloves with some slight citrus and wood notes. The finish is short and dry with mint, oak, […]

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Morning Report, Tuesday, April 8th, 2014

Gear: Riedel glassmakers collaborated with Left Hand Brewery & Rogue Ales to design a glass that accentuates the unique flavors and body of a stout beer. Riedel is known for making quality glassware and these are no different. At around $25.00 for 2 glasses, these are hard to beat. Get them here.

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Morning Report, Monday, April 7th, 2014

Books: Now you don’t just have to love drinking bourbon, you can love reading about it as well. Take a 300 year long tour with Bourbon: A History of the American Spirit by Dane Huckelbridge. In Dane’s book  you will read about fascinating people central to bourbons creation and evolution, he illuminates the elusive character of the nation itself. […]

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Morning Report, Friday, April 4th, 2014

Drink: Whiskey and tequila meet with Hornitas Black Barrel Tequila. Hornitos Black Barrel Tequila has some notes of oak and vanilla like some whiskies. It begins with 100% pure agave tequila and ages for 12 months in specially toasted oak barrels to create a premium Añejo tequila. Then it’s moved into deep charred barrels for 4 […]

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Bittermilk No. 3 Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour Mixer Review

Product Name: Bittermilk No. 3 – Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour Price: $14.95 Review: It was recommended that I try this mixer with scotch and so that is how I made my first one. I followed the instructions entirely and was very impressed with the result. Before I took my first sip I could already smell the smoked honey which was […]

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