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Woodford Reserve
It’s been unseasonably hot this summer. You know what I’ve been doing to stay cool? Trying new whiskey recipes! Dive Bar has nearly 150 bottles of whiskey on their wall, and while I still have many to try, Woodford Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey is probably my all-time favorite. It’s been my go-to bourbon since a…
6 Rules about Bourbon and Whiskey
I went to a wedding this weekend where the groom’s uncle provided the reception alcohol as his gift. Nice guy, right? Absolutely, however, they only served one ale, a few wines and one whisky – Crown Royal Apple, mixed with cranberry juice. While waiting in line at the bar to get the Crown cocktail, I…
Whiskey lovers, rejoice!
September’s Whiskey Club at Dive Bar was a blast! Not only was it the perfect way to kick off the bar’s Whiskey Week celebration, but it was also owner Karen’s birthday. I’ve already said this to her a couple times, but I’ll say it again – Happy birthday, Karen! Way to throw a party, Girl!…
Proofing Whiskey 101
Last month’s Whiskey Club was undoubtedly the highlight of my month. As always, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was full of life. But the star of the show was the exceptional whiskey. We were encouraged to broaden our horizons and try whiskeys from different locales, including Japan, Ireland, Scotland and America. The evening’s…
A Little Wheat Goes a Long Way
Is this flight mat blurry to you, or did I drink too much at Whiskey Club last month? Over the last couple of months at Whiskey Club, we’ve rolled with ryes, sampled single malts and even tried some Japanese whiskey. Last month, we wet our whistles with wheat whiskeys. (Say that fast three times sober.)…
Whiskey for a Good Cause
Years ago, I moved across the street from a couple who had lived in their house so long the road was named after them. Married close to 70 years at the time, she was a retired teacher, he was a Veteran and former owner of an implement store in town. That sweet old lady introduced…