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The Martini: A Classic Drink With a Rich and Intricate History
The Martini’s history dates back to the mid- to late 18th Century. Like many classic drinks and spirits, the origins are unclear and debated by historians. This classic grew in popularity by films such as the James Bond franchise. Who invented the Martini? Joseph Thomas bartended at the Occidental Hotel in San Francisco. This has…
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Interesting Facts About Rum
Aside from being incredibly delicious, there are quite a bit of interesting facts about rum. Rum is just one of those spirits that’s associated with islands, crystal clear beach waters, and everyone’s favorite pirates from the Caribbean. But there is so much more to rum, and we can prove with these interesting facts about rum. …
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The Different Types of Vodka
Let’s get to the answer right away: there are only three, yes three, types of vodka. Unlike whiskeys or gins, the types of vodka are much more limited and aren’t distinguished by how long it’s aged in a barrel or the region it’s produced in. As a result, these vodkas can be separated by plain,…
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Liquor and Liqueur: There’s a Difference
At first glance, liquor and liqueur nearly look and sound the same, but there is a difference and they are unique from each other. However, they definitely share similarities in their qualities; they are both technically liquors for one because liquors are distilled spirits and liqueurs contain distilled spirits; both are considered critical for mixing…
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What Are The Different Types of Whiskey?
If you’re just getting into whiskey, you’ve probably wondered: “what are the different types of whiskeys?” Well, there are a total of six major types, and cinnamon-flavored isn’t considered one them in case you’re wondering. All six types of whiskeys can be healthy to drink, too. Don’t believe us? Read all about it right here!…
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