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What Is Whisk(e)y?, Whisk(e)y Wisdom, Whisk(e)y How To

What is a Whiskey Sommelier?

Zac Smith · November 21, 2018

And how do you get one to work for you?

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How Do You Spell Whisk(e)y?

Zac Smith · September 19, 2018

Is it spelled “Whiskey” or “Whisky” and how do you know which to use?

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Whiskey Homework: Barrel Flavor Influence on Rye Whiskey

Zac Smith · September 12, 2018

The type of barrel (or cask) a whiskey is aged in can account for 50% - 90% of a whiskey’s flavor. So, what’s that mean in the real world? Can you actually taste the difference? And how do you learn to taste the difference?

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Should You Swirl Your Whiskey?

Zac Smith · March 14, 2018

I’m told you’re supposed to swirl your wine when tasting it. Does this also apply to whiskey?

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Getting Past the Peat Smoke in Scotch Whisky

Zac Smith · February 21, 2018

Drinking a peaty whiskey is like kissing a cigar smoking walrus, but your friends seem to love it. What’s the deal?

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Do Specialty Glasses Make Your Whiskey Taste Better?

Zac Smith · February 7, 2018

Norlan, Glencairn, Riedel, and Neat. Are specialty whiskey glasses really worth it?

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How to Pair the Right Whisk(e)y for The Occasion

Zac Smith · December 20, 2017

How do you pair whiskey with a concept?

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What’s the Difference Between Oloroso and Pedro Ximenez Sherry Finished Whiskeys?

Zac Smith · November 29, 2017

And how is the whiskey’s flavor affected?

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How to Become a Whiskey Sommelier

Zac Smith · September 27, 2017

The second most common question I'm asked.

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How to Host Killer Whiskey Tastings, Part Three: Snack Pairings

Zac Smith · July 26, 2017

Siblings, echoes, and spicy food. What does it all have to do with your whiskey tasting?

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How to Host Killer Whiskey Tastings, Part Two: Dessert Pairings

Zac Smith · June 28, 2017

How to make whiskey and dessert dance the tango on your tongue.

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How to Host Killer Whiskey Tastings, Part One: The Guest(s) of Honor

Zac Smith · June 21, 2017

The two most important questions for a successful whiskey tasting.

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Whisk(e)y Law, Part One: Why it Matters

Zac Smith · May 17, 2017

Law books are boring and everything whiskey isn’t. So why should we spend time becoming familiar with them?

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Whisk(e)y Burns My Mouth

Zac Smith · May 10, 2017

Why whiskey burns your mouth, and how to make it stop.

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The Three Stooges and Whiskey

Zac Smith · April 19, 2017

What does a vaudeville comedy team have to do with how you taste whiskey?

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Whiskey and Water, Part 3: Frozen H₂O

Zac Smith · March 29, 2017

What happens when you add ice to whiskey?

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Whiskey and Water, Part 2: Liquid H₂O

Zac Smith · March 8, 2017

What happens when you add water to whiskey?

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Whiskey and Water, Part 1: Setting the Stage

Zac Smith · February 22, 2017

Without water whiskey would die.

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How to Find Affordable Whiskey

Zac Smith · February 8, 2017

What’s the secret to finding whiskey that’ll leave you and your wallet feeling good?