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Sweden’s Box Whisky To Expand

Box Whisky was launched for the first time with Systembolaget, the Swedish off-license system, in June 2014, and the limited edition sold out right away. Ever since retailers all over the world have shown interest in the company’s products. Demand has increased dramatically, especially following the launch of Dálvve – the first standard whisky – since the end of last ...

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Maker’s Mark Unveils New Chihuy Art Installation

Two American icons are coming together once again to create an experience that captures the imagination and dazzles the senses. Maker’s Mark is proud to celebrate the work of world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly with the unveiling of Chihuly at Maker’s. Inspired by the distillery’s light-filled Burke House Welcome Center and surrounding lush campus grounds, Chihuly at Maker’s is a temporary, ...

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Cedar Ridge Malted Rye Whiskey Review

Cedar Ridge Malted Rye

Updated August 7, 2017 By Richard Thomas Rating: B- Whiskey enthusiasts should count themselves fortunate that the Rye Craze started at the same time that the micro-distillery movement took off. That left plenty of room for small distillers looking to make a name for themselves to move into as the rye whiskey scene initially suffered a severe shortage and then ...

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Fourth Of July Bourbon & BBQ Round-Up

Rebel Yell BBQ

By Richard Thomas This year the Fourth of July weekend is four days long, and while the fireworks wait until Tuesday, the cook-outs start on Saturday afternoon and run from there. That makes this long holiday weekend the perfect time to give cooking with whiskey a spin, because few things go together better that bourbon and barbecue. Chefs Mike Johnson ...

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