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Differentiating White Rum and Dark Rum
Originating in the West Indies around the 1600’s, rum is now a popular liquor around the world. It’s made by distilling sugarcane or molasses, and ...

Whisky vs. Bourbon
To the naked eye, some liquors may not look different when compared to each other. Imagine having a glass of rum sitting next to a glass of whisky....

Serve it Up: Six Ways to Enjoy Whisky
You may think that the flavors of a certain liquor are dependent on the production and aging process. The truth is, everything impacts the taste of...

Bourbon for Beginners
Bourbon for Beginners
While most liquors began their spread to other parts of the world through migrating monks, touring soldiers, and trade merch...

Serve it Up: Ways to Enjoy Soju
Rising to popularity amongst frequent bar-goers around the world, soju is a Korean alcoholic drink traditionally made of a rice base. In recent yea...

Recipes for Popular Vodka Cocktails
Vodka is the perfect liquor for your next event. Whether it’s a party, or a kickback with some friends, a night in with a book or a Netflix series,...

What is Shōchū? Get to know this Japanese beverage
Shōchū is a Japanese alcohol that has been distilled from either rice, sweet potatoes, barley or other ingredients, from chestnuts to carrots. Shōc...

Getting a Handle on Your Hangover
Dealing with hangover symptoms isn’t something anyone wants to do. Even the very act of existing is excruciating. Hangovers put you in a foul mood ...

The Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Vodka
Vodka originates in parts of Eastern Europe, such as Russia and Poland. In fact, many traditional vodka-producing regions still make their vodka us...

Beer or Cider: Which one’s best suited to you?
Beer is one of the most widely available alcohols in the world. With millions of breweries around the world, making unique brews such as craft and ...

Debunking Myths of Vodka
Vodka discourse has been a constant chatter for centuries! Whilst some believe vodka is made purely from potatoes, others think vodka needs to be f...

The Best Vodka Mixers
Soda Water
Soda water is simplistic, realistic and straightforward. It’s great for the people who prefer the vodka flavour shining through, over a ...

Brandy or Cognac? Everything you need to know
Brandy is an umbrella term for any distilled spirit made by fermenting fruit juice. Cognac is a type of brandy made in a region of France called Co...

The Difference between Vodka & Gin
What is vodka?
Vodka is a clear spirit that originates in parts of Eastern Europe. It can be made from a variety of ingredients - anything from sta...

Who Knew Whisky Could Be Beneficial to Health?
When it comes to health benefits of alcohol, it’s widely accepted that the healthiest booze is wine, especially when it comes to heart health. Whil...

Everything You Need to Know About Liqueur
What is Liqueur?
Liqueur is a drink composed of spirits and flavourings. Often served in small quantities as a digestif - a dessert drink - it can ...

How is Vodka Made?
Where liquor is concerned, the production process has always involved two processes: fermentation and distillation. As vodka is a liquor, it’s easy...

Misleading Alcohol Myths and the Truth Behind Them
You may have heard multiple sayings surrounding alcohol that you just accept to be truth. In reality, they’re based on misconceptions which have be...

Soju for the S(e)oul — you need to try this trending Korean drink
Soju is a social drink. Originally from Korea, this beverage has seen an exponential growth in popularity, especially in the international market. ...

The History of Vodka
Vodka is a no-nonsense drink. For hundreds of years it has been a favourite in Eastern Europe, and in the past century, it has grown in popularity...

A Basic Guide to Rum
Whether you like pina coladas and getting caught in the rain, or are a fan of the Pirates of the Caribbean, you are definitely familiar with Rum. T...

Breaking Down Different Types of Vodka
Now that you know how vodka originated and how it’s made, it’s time to take a look at the different types of vodka available. Vodka may seem like a...

What Makes a Good Whisky?
Many have tried to define and pinpoint what makes a good whisky. Both mere enthusiasts and seasoned experts have weighed in on what they think cons...

The Beginner’s Guide to Vodka
Staple at every bar, liquor store, and college party, vodka is the neutral-tasting liquor everyone gravitates towards. Not only is it clear, making...

An In-depth Guide to Whisky
Whisky has long been the equivalent of taste and class. In pop culture, only the most refined of characters consume whisky. It’s been featured in m...

New-School Cocktail Recipes You Need to Try
If you’re sick of the same old cocktails that seem to be on every bar menu, then you need to try these newer, trendier cocktails that will give yo...

A Quick History of Sake
What is Sake?
Sake is a Japanese brewed alcohol consisting of rice, koji and water, and is the most notable alcohol to come out of Japan in the pas...

Why Does Everyone Love Tequila?
Tequila seems to be everyone’s favorite spirit. It’s liquid gold at the club, the star of a margarita and the reason everyone is holidaying in Mexi...

How Different Alcohols Can Make You Different Kinds of Drunk
Vodka: Everything feels like a good idea
If you're drinking vodka tonight, get ready for a camera roll full of photos and a phone buzzing with con...

Single Malt and Blended Whisky: What’s the Difference?
With the vast variety of whisky available out there, it can be difficult to keep track of all the kinds. From a good ol’ Scotch to a Japanese class...