Tag Archives: Whiskey Culture

Whiskey Glassware Christmas Gift Ideas

Rauk Heavy Tumbler

By Richard Thomas Choosing a whisk(e)y gift for an enthusiast poses a common problem for everyone, whether you are an enthusiast or not: buying a bottle can be tricky. After all, even if you know something about whiskey and about your subject’s tastes in it, you also need to know something about his or her collection to make an educated ...

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Carrie Stevens Talks Whiskey

By Richard Thomas As a Gen Xer guy, I was part of the tail end of the days when people bought actual printed girlie magazines, so I must make a confession/disclaimer in opening this interview: Carrie Stevens, Ms. June 1997, was my favorite from that era. Twenty years later, I tripped over her social media, remembered her, and became a ...

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Pioneering Consultant Dave Pickerell Has Died, Aged 62

Dave Pickerell

By Richard Thomas Thursday, November 1st saw the passing of Dave Pickerell, a pivotal figure in modern American Whiskey and it’s craft sector in particular. Pickerell went from a leading role at one of Kentucky’s big distilleries to become one of American Whiskey’s most influential consultants, helping numerous companies to establish sourced brands and build distilleries. Pickerell took his first ...

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