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As the first single malt whisky marketed to the U.S., the brand's history is as rich as its flavor profile.

I've Tasted Hundreds of Scotch Whiskies. This Affordable Classic Is Perfect for Summer Sipping

Kentucky State

You’ve definitely drunk a bottle before without realizing you were imbibing a champion. Every product is carefully selected by our editors. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. It really wasn’t all that long ago, maybe a few decades at most, that bourbon...

A Cheap Bourbon Tops the World Whiskey Rankings

Wine and whisky find common ground in the use of wine barrels for finishing whiskies. Barrel finishing has long been a practice in Scotland and Ireland, particularly with port and sherry casks and also with still wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, California, and elsewhere. In the U.S. the practice was mostly unheard of until about 15 years ago, when pioneers like Angel’s Envy got things rolling. Here are 5 red wine cask-finished whiskies—from Ireland, Scotland, and New York state—reviewed in our Summer issue Buying Guide.

Reviews: 5 Red Wine Cask-Finished Whiskies To Try

When I sat down in my assigned seat on the train at Manchester Deansgate Station, with a 6.5-hour journey ahead of me, I found myself wondering what my two days at Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery would be like. Any scotch whisky fan who has visited a number of scotch whisky distilleries is liable to say that they are much of a muchness – you have seen one, you have seen them all.

A Visit To Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery Proves That You Can’t Buy History – Part 1

Northern Monk Brew Co. and a historian at the University of Leeds have collaborated to brew a beer inspired by a 5,000-year-old recipe made in Northern England. Northern Monk Brew Co. is one the most interesting and adventuresome breweries in the UK. In 2019 they debuted, an Imperial Stout than was actually brewed on top on the highest mountain in the British Isles…Talk about a peak experience!

Craft Beer Brewed Using 5,000-Year-Old Recipe

Huntington Beach, CA

Costco shoppers have spotted bottles of Balvenie DoubleWood 12 single malt whisky on sale for just $42 at certain Costco locations.

Costco Is Selling This High-Quality Single Malt Whiskey for $42

Food & Wine

A broad range of barrel types are being used to create tequila that's more than the sum of its parts.

6 Barrel-Finished Tequilas That Hint at the Future of the Spirit

This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. Whiskey encompasses a diverse spectrum of spirits with prices ranging from a few dollars to astronomical figures. Single malt scotch, bourbon, and other styles of whiskey offer bottles listed for thousands, even hundreds of thousands of dollars. However, there's a plethora of beloved budget options available, many priced under $100, and often much less. Below are seven of The Manual’s favorite budget whiskey bottles, ranked based on both value and overall flavor. Shop budget whiskeys!

7 Fan Favorite Budget Whiskeys

Seattle, WA

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.

Review: Copperworks Single Malt Cask 472

This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. For fans of Irish whiskey, the name Midleton Distillery carries significant weight. Located just outside of Cork, this distillery is the birthplace of many beloved brands, including Jameson, Redbreast, Midleton Very Rare, and the Spot Whiskeys. Recently, the Spot Whiskeys portfolio has expanded with a remarkable addition: the oldest Red Spot release to date. This 31-year-old single-cask whiskey is now available exclusively through the Whisky Exchange.

One of the Best Irish Whiskey Brands Unveils Its Oldest Whiskey Yet

New York City, NY

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

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

Massachusetts State

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Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Bryce Gruber

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

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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What makes a Zodiac Sign low maintenance? Independence can make someone low maintenance. Someone who is reliable, dependable, and punctual, can make someone low maintenance. Someone who tends to want to do things on their own can be low maintenance. Low-maintenance people tend to be those people who do on their own but are not necessarily alone. They rarely need or ask for help. They are self-motivated, often energetic, and can be considered leaders is many cases. Now me, some say I am low maintenance and others say I’m high maintenance. Maybe I’m both. Let's see what zodiac signs are considered low-maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are Low Maintenance

Cheryl E Preston

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

Lynchburg, TN

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Nathan Nearest Green was an enslaved distiller who taught young Jack Daniel to make Tennessee whiskey. Green became the first master distiller for Jack Daniel's Distillery in 1866.

Meet the American who taught Jack Daniel to make whiskey: Nearest Green, Tennessee slave, master distiller

NewSantaAna

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

Oregon State

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Winemaking is a challenging art even under the best of circumstances. Under the most optimal climate and weather conditions, there’s still no guarantee that a batch of grapes will yield a vintage for the ages — or even a passable vintage. And there are plenty of variables that can further complicate matters, from frost to fungus. What, then, is a winemaker to do when smoke from wildfires ruins their crops? When life gives you lemons, as the saying goes, you make lemonade. And when life gives you smoke-damaged grapes, evidently, you make barbecue sauce.

One Winery Turned Smoke-Damaged Grapes Into Barbecue Sauce

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The Best Blended Scotch Whisky According To The International Spirits Challenge 2024

In recent years, as the scotch whisky industry has evolved, single malts have often taken center stage. The most “luxurious” whiskies are almost always of the...

The Best Blended Scotch Whisky According To The International Spirits Challenge 2024

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