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This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. In a surprising twist to whiskey lovers worldwide, the title of the best-selling whiskey brand of 2023 didn't go to a Scottish Scotch, an Irish whiskey, or a Japanese single malt, but rather to an affordable bourbon from Kentucky. Jim Beam, a brand many have casually sipped without realizing its global impact, has taken the top spot in the world whiskey rankings, according to The Spirits Business’s Brand Champions Report for 2024.

A Budget Friendly Bourbon Ranks Top the World Whiskey Rankings

Despite its nearly millennium-old origins, gin is constantly finding ways to innovate and expand in the 21st century. Recent trends favoring aged expressions, pink gin and craft cocktails like the Negroni have introduced a new wave of consumers to the botanical-infused classic. As tides shift, one is left to wonder which names make up a lion’s share of the market.

The Best Selling Gin Brands of 2023

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	If you’re a fan of Irish whiskey, you’re surely familiar with the Midleton Distillery just outside of Cork, where many popular Irish whiskey brands are produced including Jameson, Redbreast, Midleton Very Rare, and the Spot Whiskeys. The latter’s portfolio just expanded with the announcement that the oldest Red Spot release to date is available to purchase now, exclusively from whiskey specialist website the Whisky Exchange.Old Forester Just Dropped a New Limited-Edition Bourbon Aged in Rum Barrels




	It makes sense that this whiskey would be exclusive to the Whisky Exchange—it was acquired by Pernod Ricard in 2021, the same drinks company that...

One of the Best Irish Whiskey Brands Just Dropped Its Oldest Whiskey Ever

Louisville, KY

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The two limited-edition bottles call back to the long history of Michter's, which was named the world's most admired whiskey brand in 2023.

Michter's Just Dropped Two Secret Whiskeys That Are Surprisingly Affordable

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Dallas, TX

Seattle, WA

Time Out

One of the big draws for traveling is the chance to try different regional cuisines—and let’s be honest, it’s wonderful to have someone else do the cooking! Some travelers appreciate a simple and fast meal, while others want to sit down to linen tablecloths and something very special. For those who prefer the latter and look for a slow round of carefully prepared courses, a new study has determined the top 10 U.S. cities with the most fine dining restaurants. The U.S. boasts more than 4,500 fine dining restaurants, and these cities offer the most for your beautifully shined fork or chopstick. The list, prepared by The Cookie Rookie, pulls from Google keywords as well as Tripadvisor ratings, and its data is correct as of April 2024.

These are the 10 best cities for fine dining in the U.S.

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Meet real estate billionaire Vladislav Doronin, founder of OKO Group and CEO of Aman, who recently spent $135 million on a NYC penthouse.

Meet the 'Russian James Bond' billionaire behind one of the most luxurious hotel brands in the world

A nice, crisp, refreshing beer may seem ideal on a hot summer day – or any day – and many people would agree that this brew is delicious. The most popular alcoholic beverage in the world is beer – believed to be the oldest too – and ranks third to water and tea as the most consumed beverage. It also takes the top spot in the United States, and even though Americans’ beer consumption has declined over the past 20 years as wine and cocktails have gained popularity, beer remains the top alcoholic drink in the U.S. where over 6.5 billion gallons was consumed in 2023.

America’s 40 Best-Tasting Beers, Ranked

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Bourbon and corn whiskey have a long history in Kentucky and Tennessee due to early westward expansion and the reality that corn was the grain at their disposal. Similarly, rye whiskey was king in the early northeastern United States because rye grew well in the region. Early styles of American whiskey were largely necessitated by local grain availability. It’s only been recently that whiskey distilled from barley has come onto the scene in America with any real scale. Washington is consistently one of the top five states for growing barley, so in keeping with historical precedent, the Pacific Northwest tends to gravitate toward the distillation of barley.

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Let’s face it: when you’re buzzed, you’re probably not thinking too hard about whether your beer was brewed sustainably. So while you’re sober, take a gander at 15 of the best sustainable beer brands, each of which have brews you — and the planet — can feel better about.Vote for the best sustainable beer brands once a day until July 23, 2024 at 11:59 a.m. ET.The 10 winners will be announced on August 1, 2024. Read more about our Green Matters Approved contests here.Allagash Brewing CompanyAllagash Brewing Company, located in Maine, is a Certified B Corp and a Crafted for...

14 of the Most Sustainable Beer Brands

Denver, CO

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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Do your loved ones consult you regularly when they face a crisis? Intelligence is a branch of psychology that lacks a standard definition. Some scientists claim that it is a single ability and others state it comprises aptitudes and skills. Intelligent zodiac signs learn from their experiences and easily recognize and solve problems.

5 Most Intelligent Zodiac Signs

Vodka once dominated spirits sales in the United States by a wide margin. However, the clear spirit has seen sales slip as trending spirits like tequila and American whiskey continue to win over American palates. Despite the struggles plaguing the category, several brands have retained global success. According to recent...

The 20 Most Popular Vodka Brands in the World for 2024

A burnt martini: It sounds like it's going to be served to you on fire — or at least singed or smoking — but that's not the case. While a basic martini is typically made with gin and dry vermouth, a burnt martini informs the bartender that you want some peaty, single malt scotch splashed into your drink.

What It Means To Order A Martini 'Burnt'

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You might think that the Gold Rush cocktail dates back to the mid 19th century when adventurers headed west in search of golden nuggets. You might also think that it was invented in California where those fortune seekers met their destinies. As it turns out, neither is actually the case.

Gold Rush Cocktail: Bourbon Bliss

You might not immediately think of whiskey as a summery spirit, and we get that. When you imagine nuanced single-malt Scotch whisky or spicy, warming rye whiskey, you likely envision a cold (possibly snowy) evening. You probably also have thoughts of drinking it neat. What about using whiskey as a summertime mixer?

Summer weather was meant for whiskey cocktails

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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New Data Shows 10 Best Selling American Whiskey Brands of 2023

The Spirits Business recently published its annual Brand Champions report, which provides a multitude of data and statistics that help to understand the current climate of...

New Data Shows 10 Best Selling American Whiskey Brands of 2023

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