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Whiskey's Minimum ABV
This article compares the whiskey laws of the major producers and explains the exception and rule of the 2% margin in cask strength whiskey.

Michele Reina
Jul 17, 20232 min read


Rossville Union Straight Rye
Why choose one? Those who joined me in the MGP blending session at Black Rock as part of the London Bourbon Experience were lucky enough...

Michele Reina
Mar 1, 20233 min read


The untold truth about water in whisky(e)y
Water in whiskey production Water quality plays a big part in distilled spirits. Without a proper filtration process, you could be...

Michele Reina
Feb 12, 20234 min read


It takes all sorts to make a world
My whiskey journey started 13 years ago when I checked out distilleries near me. If you're a bartender in London, your best chance to...

Michele Reina
Jan 29, 20233 min read


Marketing or law
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey American alcoholic beverage will indicate their alcohol content in Proof rather than ABV. The proof is...

Michele Reina
Jan 28, 20232 min read


What's Canadian rye
Age statement and NAS (Non-Age Statement) If the whiskey has a specific age declared on the label, the age statement must reflect the age...

Michele Reina
Jan 27, 20232 min read
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