Baileys is the world’s first Irish Cream Liqueur, created in 1971 by Tom Jago for International Distillers and Vintners, a conglomerate distillery and brewery. The proprietary recipe includes a blend of homogenized Irish whiskies and cream, as well as a unique secret cocoa extract, sugar, and herbs. At only 17% ABV, it can be enjoyed…
Tanqueray is the highest-selling imported gin in the USA and one of the most popular gins worldwide. It was founded in 1830 by Charles Tanqueray in the Bloomsbury district of London, but is currently manufactured at Cameron Bridge distillery in Scotland by Diageo. It was primarily sold in the retail outlet of Edward & Charles…
Malibu is the most widely known coconut “rum” on the market and can be found behind most bars in the country. While technically it is a rum-based coconut liqueur, Pernod Ricard, the parent company, refers to it as “coconut rum” in any location where the legal threshold for defining rum is not strict. Easily identified…
New Amsterdam Vodka is part of the E&J Gallo portfolio of wines and spirits, along with New Amsterdam Gin, Carlo Rossi, Barefoot Wines, E&J Brandy, Boone’s Farm, André, Diplomatico Rum, and many other brands. New Amsterdam has a square, smooth bottle that evokes urban architecture, feeling like a skyscraper or office high rise. New Amsterdam…
Tito’s Vodka is now the top-selling distilled spirit in the United States. That doesn’t happen by accident. Its clean flavor and affordable price make for a smooth, guilt-free sip and a great cocktail that won’t break the bank. You can find it behind bars across the country, and it has rapidly become a bartender favorite. Tito’s…
Vodka, the versatile and widely consumed spirit, has gained immense popularity over the years. With numerous brands competing for market dominance, it can be challenging to decide which one to choose. In this article, we will delve into the battle of vodkas, specifically focusing on three renowned brands: Absolut, Grey Goose, and Smirnoff. By exploring…
Evan Williams Bourbon is second only to Jim Beam among Kentucky Bourbon sales in the USA, and has cultivated a reputation among bartenders and whiskey aficionados as a solid budget bourbon. Evan Williams is distilled in Lexington, Kentucky and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky by Heaven Hill Distillers. Like many Heaven Hill whiskey products, the Evan…
Most people’s first experience with Irish whiskey is with Jameson Irish Whiskey, and for good reason. Once the world’s number one whiskey, Jameson is today the world’s third-largest single-distillery whiskey and the most widely sold Irish whiskey. A smooth blend of pot-still malted whiskey and grain whiskey, Jameson has been produced in Ireland since 1780…
Maker’s Mark had never offered anything besides their standard flagship bourbon for decades. While other distilleries began experimenting and releasing longer aged versions, different formulas, rye whiskies, barrel strength, and single barrel series, Maker’s Mark stood by their fine-tuned whiskey-making process and recipe. It wasn’t until 2010 that Maker’s Mark released their first-ever variant, Maker’s…
Produced by global powerhouse Diageo, Johnnie Walker is one of the premier brands in the spirits industry, well renowned for its distinctive quality and popularity the world over. The brand’s offerings range from affordable to luxury priced options, making Johnnie Walker the perfect scotch for a variety of occasions. Whether celebrating with friends and family…
