Every whisky connoisseur will tell you that the secret to a great whisky lies in three key elements - grain, yeast, and water. But did you know that it's the water, often overlooked,...
The 1920s, often referred to as the "Roaring Twenties," were a time of significant social and cultural change in the United States, particularly for women. One major element of...
The history of whiskey, or whisky as it's spelled in some countries, is long and somewhat shrouded in time. While the exact origins of whiskey are unclear, we can trace its ancestry...
Carrie Nation, born Carrie Amelia Moore on November 25, 1846, in Garrard County, Kentucky, was a formidable figure in the American Temperance Movement, known for her audacious...
Aging is a critical stage in whiskey production. The choice of cask, the length of maturation, and the aging environment all influence the spirit's final character. But what are...
In the 18th century, the choice of grain for whiskey production was largely determined by regional availability. In Scotland and Ireland, barley was the predominant grain, while...
There's a world of difference between sipping a peaty Scotch, an earthy Irish whiskey, or a sweet and smoky American bourbon. These variations are not merely due to the distilleries'...
Hello, whisky wanderers! Ready to hop, skip, and jump into the rollicking world of grains and their whimsical influence on whisky character? From the robust charm of barley to...
