The fellas at Laws Whiskey House in Colorado live by a few simple rules that they call a mantra. Craft over commodity. Quality over quantity. Whiskey above all.® As they saw at Laws: “If we had to add a fourth (and we do…) it would be “There are no shortcuts”. These principles appear on the […]
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The Choc Mint Alexander Cocktail Recipe
The Choc Mint Alexander is a cognac based cocktail delivering a twist on the Brandy Alexander. This cocktail is built using GB Fookes Cognac, Crème de Cacao chocolate liqueur, Crème de menthe mint liqueur, cream and chocolate bitters. It is then shaken vigorously to blend all ingredients to give it a creamy and rich texture. Recipe: Glassware: Martini Glass Ingredients: […]
Jameson’s Irish Whiskey announce Young Henry’s Collaboration
A new Jameson Caskmakes whiskey has been released that is the product of a collaboration between Sydney’s Inner West Young Henrys Brewing Company and global brand Jameson Irish Whiskey. Young Henrys was at the forefront of the super small scale craft breweries to hit the Australian scene 10 years ago and was the one of […]
Glendronach, A Whisky Fit for a Kingsman
A measure of skepticism about a $1400 whisky pegged to the release of a big-budget action film is to be expected. But no matter how one feels about the marketing ploy (or price tag), there’s no denying that the GlenDronach Kingsman Edition 1991 is an impressive scotch. Matthew Vaughn, director of the new Kingsman: The […]
Buffalo Trace Antique Bourbon Collection 2017 Released
FRANKFORT, FRANKLIN COUNTY, KY (Sept. 19, 2017) Whiskey lovers rejoice, Buffalo Trace Distillery is releasing its 2017 Antique Collection. The highly anticipated collection will once again feature five limited-release whiskeys of various ages, recipes and proofs. Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley notes, “The team had another great year with the Antique Collection. From distillation, to barrel selection, to […]
Slane Irish Whiskey Lands in Australia
Irish whiskey is going from strength to strength, with Brown-Forman (owner of Jack Daniel’s) launching its new label, Slane Irish Whiskey, in Australia this month. Slane Irish Whiskey is triple-casked in virgin American Oak, seasoned oak and Oloroso Sherry casks to deliver a “bold yet smooth spirit” which is described as having a “more robust […]
Fuenteseca Tequila is a work of art from a Tequila legend
Fuenteseca Tequila, the work of Enrique Fonseca, a legend within the agave world. Back in April, our customers were treated to something very special when we introduced Fuenteseca Extra Anejo 7 Year Old Tequila to the store. I had tasted a sample of this earlier in the year and was absolutely blown away by the […]
Gold Bar Bourbon Hits Australia
Made in San Francisco, GOLD BAR ® offers both historical nostalgia and modern day luxury from the home of the American gold rush in the Golden State of California. Since its release in early 2016, the 889 Blend has received numerous awards from both consumers and industry. A blended American whiskey produced from premium whiskies […]