A Beginner’s Guide To Whiskey

A Beginner’s Guide To Whiskey

Everything you need to know before you start drinking whiskey Whiskey is a drink that has been made for hundreds of years in Scotland and is now produced all over the world. The word Whiskey comes from the Gaelic word – ‘uisge beatha’ – which means water of life.  No one knows who started brewing … Read more

A Guide To The Most Popular Cocktails In The World

A Guide To The Most Popular Cocktails In The World

Introduction When we head out for drinks, we have the choice of beers, wines, liquors, and cocktails. So many people enjoy the taste of a delicious cocktail. They are often fruity and full of flavor, the combination of many ingredients mixed into one delicious drink.  Yet, there are so many cocktails out there, it can … Read more

7 Best Sake Brands in 2021 – For Beginners, Cooking and Everything In-Between

Sake, the rice-based alcoholic beverage from the land of the rising sun, Japan, is experiencing a boom globally.  Foodies and long-time sake connoisseurs have always prized this versatile drink as an elegant alternative to wine, spirits, and liqueurs.  But it’s a new generation of sake drinkers that are transforming this traditional and ceremonial beverage into … Read more

Best Potato Vodka – 7 Vodkas Made from Potatoes

Potato-based vodkas have declined in popularity because grain-based vodkas are easier and cheaper to produce.  However, some potato vodkas are still favored by vodka connoisseurs who often describe it as having a fuller mouthfeel and nuttier taste.  If you are unsure how to distinguish between spud and dud, fear not, because we have rounded up … Read more

Skatterbrain Peanut Butter Whiskey Review, Price & Taste Test

Skatterbrain stumbles into the flourishing peanut butter whiskey market with all the bravado and mischief its name suggests.  This peanut butter flavored whiskey rides on the coattails of those that came before however struggles to find itself a unique path.  That’s not to say it doesn’t try and have a bit of fun along the … Read more

Ole Smoky Peanut Butter Whiskey Review, Price & Taste Test

If you haven’t heard of Ole Smoky Peanut Butter Whiskey don’t be too hard on yourself, it all happened in a blink of an eye. This prestigious spirit exploded into the market boldly winning 10 international awards in its first year of distribution. It has already become a stock standard favorite for mixologists and bars … Read more

Sqrrl Peanut Butter Whiskey Review, Price & Taste Test

The alcohol landscape has seen a massive upsurge of flavored whiskey options, and a popular one is peanut butter whiskey.  Sqrrl Peanut Butter Whiskey has joined a plethora of nutty options and has quickly become a well-recognized label on the shelf.  For those looking to venture out to the sweeter side of whiskey, the options … Read more

Sheep Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey Review, Price & Taste Test

In a world led astray by manipulative marketers pushing unconventional flavor combinations, let Sheep Dog Peanut Butter Whiskey guide you back to reality. We know, peanut butter whiskey sounds strange but it’s a clever play on traditional whiskey tasting profiles. Some would say even closer to the sweet nuttiness of a bourbon. Sheep Dog Peanut … Read more

Blanton’s Special Reserve Review, Price & Taste Test

Blanton’s Special Reserve is a unique bourbon that may be less popular than other Blanton’s bottles. It is ideal for amateur bourbon drinkers.  It’s light and carries certain characters from the Original Blanton’s Single Barrel. Its lightness accommodates different types of drinkers. The Special Reserve offers a less intense experience to most.  The thrill might … Read more

Blanton’s Straight from the Barrel Review, Price & Taste Test

Blanton’s Straight from the Barrel is legendary and will take your breath away in every sense of the word.  It was the third addition to Blanton’s selection and this one, in particular, is a favorite amongst whiskey experts. Blanton’s is an iconic brand and strategically caters to everyone. With each bottle the experience is different.  … Read more

Blanton’s Original Single Barrel Review, Price & Taste Test

Blanton’s has every reason to be proud of their Original Single Bourbon.  This iconic brand innovatively introduced single-barrel bourbon to the world. Forever transforming the industry by creating this “Super Premium” category of bourbon. At the time this was ground-breaking in the industry and left people questioning what the true taste of bourbon is. Blanton’s … Read more

Blanton’s Bourbon – History of the Whiskey with A Horse on Top

Let us take you through the rich history of the Blanton’s Bourbon Whisky brand that originates from the banks of the Kentucky River. Blanton’s Bourbon changed the game by keeping things simple and doing less. There is no blending once the corn is milled and the content cooked is placed on the charred barrel and … Read more

Balcones Single Malt Review, Price & Taste Test

When the all-American Texas whiskey-making outfit, Balcones burst onto the scene in 2009, the first question from dark liquor lovers was, where’s the single malt?  Balcones was quick to answer. They first released the limited edition Balcones “1” Texas Single Malt in 2011. The short-run was such a success, that it is now a staple … Read more

­­Balcones Baby Blue Whiskey Review, Price & Taste Test

Balcones Baby Blue Whiskey is one of the most unique whiskeys out there in the market. With that being said, you might wonder if it is worth buying this whiskey since it will most definitely pinch your pocket. In this review, we will discuss aspects of Balcones Baby Blue Whiskey in detail. These aspects will … Read more

Balcones Whisky & Bourbon – The Original Texas Whisky

If you, like me, are thirsting for a home-grown American-made whiskey, then Balcones is the bottle you’re after.  Marketed as the original Texas whiskey, Balcones distillery has built up an excellent reputation amongst connoisseurs and easy sippers alike. Patriotic and built on the backs of the true red, white and blue, Balcones range of bourbons … Read more