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Nobles, Heroes & Statesmen
https://youtu.be/Ls1lKSmHGSE I know I say this every time, but last month’s Whiskey Club at Dive Bar was a blast! During the event, we sampled six that I think any whiskey lover would like, plus one bonus pour — tequila! Since last month featured a fun holiday, all the whiskey featured at the July Whiskey Club…

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As I get older, I think it’s important to keep learning new things. Yes, this includes whiskey! Every month, I learn something new at Whiskey Club. At August Whiskey Club, I learned that the owner of Dive Bar, Karen, first started drinking Crown Royal. Karen drinking whiskey from a wine glass – we SOLD OUT…

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…

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