Liquor and Liqueur Connoisseur

Episode 120 features Everclear Grain Alcohol. Bottled in 750ml at 95% ABV, or 190 proof and it retails for about $21. Enjoy this episode with something you've made with Everclear. Everclear's official website: https://diywitheverclear.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Everclear is described as a blank canvas, a clean slate and open invitation to make it your own. Everclear will add more "Punch to your Punch." Ample recipes are featured on the brand's website. References: Luxco Website Vinepair Article on Everclear History Vinepair List on Everclear The Druggists Circular Punch Article on Rebrand Press Release on Updated Packaging Wikipedia Article on Everclear MGP Purchase of Luxco Art Alexakis Quote on Everclear as his Band Name Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/

Episode 119 features Kentucky Owl, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Maighstir Edition. Bottled in 750ml at 50% ABV, or 100 proof and it retails for about $134. Enjoy this episode with a pour of Kentucky Owl as you like it. Kentucky Owl's official website: https://kentuckyowlbourbon.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Simply drink Kentucky Owl as you like it. Neat, on the rocks, with water, or you could mix it if you like. References: Interview with Kentucky Owl’s Master Blender, Maureen Robinson Stoli Group Website Coverage of Stoli Group's Purchase of Kentucky Owl Kentucky Owl's Distillery Complex Announcement Press Release on Maureen Robinson Becoming Master Blender Press Release on Maighstir Edition Release Maureen Robinson Background Keepers of the Quaich Story of Kentucky Owl in American Whiskey The Whiskey Wash Article on Kentucky Owl Forbes Article on Kentucky Owl The Beaumont Inn Website Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram:

Episode 118 features St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram. Bottled in 750ml at 22.5% ABV, or 45 proof and it retails for about $30. Enjoy this episode with a tiki cocktail using "Pimento Dram" if you like. St. Elizabeth doesn't have standalone brand website, but here's the producer's website: https://alpenz.com/product-allspice.html Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram works in many tiki cocktails, but try this British concoction from 1937, the Lion's Tail. Ingredients: 2 oz. Bourbon Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake until well-chilled, then strain into a coupe or cocktail glass. Express oil from the orange twist over the top of the drink and discard (the twist, not the drink!). References: Book: Vintage Spirits & Forgotten Cocktails by Ted Haigh, copyright 2009 revised edition. Wikipedia Article on Allspice Wikipedia Article on Saint Elizabeth Parish What is Pimento Dram by The Spruce Eats 2008 Article from the San Francisco Chronicle discussing the launch of St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram 2015 New York Times Article Cocktail Society Article on Allspice Dram Liquor.com Article on the Lions Tale Cocktail Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/

Episode 117 features Four Roses. Bottled in 750ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof and it retails for about $25. Enjoy this episode with a pour of Four Roses however you like. Four Roses official website: https://www.fourrosesbourbon.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Drink Four Roses as you like, it mixes well in any cocktail calling for bourbon. References: Book: Four Roses - The Return of a Whiskey Legend by Al Young, copyright 2013 Wikipedia Article on Four Roses Wikipedia Article on the Language of Flowers Wikipedia Article on the Pure Food and Drug Act Wikipedia Article on V-J Day in Times Square Four Roses History Article Four Roses History Article on SippingHistory.com Difford's Guide Listing for Four Roses Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram:

Episode 116 features Herbsaint. Bottled in 750ml at 50% ABV, or 100 proof and it retails for about $31. Enjoy this episode with an Herbsaint Frappe, or any cocktail that calls for absinthe. Herbsaint doesn't have it's own website, so here's the Sazerac listing: https://www.sazerac.com/our-brands/sazerac-brands/herbsaint.html Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: The Sazerac Cocktail is most widely cited, but it only uses Herbsaint as a rinse. Select an absinthe based cocktail as a better use for Herbsaint. References: Wayback Machine Archive Copy of The Virtual Absinthe Museum story of Herbsaint - This resource was invaluable in producing this episode Wikipedia Article on Herbsaint New Orleans Absinthe History Imbibe Magazine Article Circa 2009 Alcademics.com Article on the 75th Anniversary Relaunch Sazerac House Recipe for the Sazerac Cocktail, featuring Herbsaint Barfaith.com Review Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/

Episode 115 features Tito's Handmade Vodka. Bottled in 750ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof and it retails for about $20. Enjoy this episode with some Tito's and soda with a lemon wedge. Tito's Handmade Vodka official website: https://www.titosvodka.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Dry January Key Cocktails: Mix Tito's as you like. References: Eater Article on Tito's Wikipedia Article on Tito's Statista Sales Volumes 2022 Beverage Dynamics Ranking Grain Volumes for Vodka Making 2022 Corn Yields Per Acre YouTube Featuring Tito Speaking on Early Failures YouTube Featuring Tito Telling the Origin Story Tito's Stories YouTube Videos (All 8 are referenced) Dry January Superbowl Ad Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 114 features Jeppson's Malört. Bottled in 750ml at 35% ABV, or 70 proof and it retails for about $22. Enjoy this episode with a shot of Jeppson's Malört straight. Jeppson's Malört official website: https://www.jeppsonsmalort.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: except for Key Cocktails: Don't mess around, you just take shots of Jeppson's Malört. References: Chicago Tribune Article on the History of Jeppson's Thrillist Facts List Food and Wine Article Serious Eats Article YouTube Video Featuring Production at CH Distillery YouTube Video Featuring an Interview with Sam Mechling YouTube Video: "Chicago's Grossest Drink, Explained" YouTube Video: "The Worst Liquor Ever" Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 113 features John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum. Bottled in 750ml at 11% ABV, or 22 proof and it retails for about $22. Enjoy this episode with a pour of John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum mixed in a tiki cocktail if you like. John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum doesn't have a website I can find, so here's the US Importer's website: https://alpenz.com/product-falernum.html Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Try the Corn 'N Oil listed on the back label. Corn 'N Oil Stir in an old-fashioned glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime slice. References: Presentation by Richard Seal of R. L. Seale & Co. Ltd. on the history of Falernum Wikipedia Article on Falernum Difford's Guide listing for John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum Instagram Account Teakwood Tavern Article on John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum Punch Article on Rediscovering John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 112 features Cacique Guaro. Bottled in 365ml at 30% ABV, or 60 proof and it retails for about $3. Enjoy this episode with a pour of Cacique Guaro if you can find it. Cacique Guaro's official website: https://fanal.co.cr/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Most Cacique Guaro is consumed mixed with fruit juice, or consumed neat. But, you can try this "fancy" version of a popular shot featuring Cacique Guaro. Chiliguaro (makes a batch to share) or as much as you want Blend all the ingredients, strain and store in a glass bottle in the fridge. Serve very cold in shot glasses. References: Wikipedia Article on Cacique Guaro Article on What is Cacique Guaro from the Tico Times Article on Giving Guaro a Second Sip from the Tico Times The National Drink of Cost Rica YouTube Video on the History of Guaro - In Spanish YouTube Factory Tour Canadian Distributor's Website Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 111 features Tia Maria. Bottled in 750ml at 26.5% ABV, or 53 proof and it retails for about $31. Enjoy this episode with a pour of Tia Maria on ice or in an Espresso Martini. Tia Maria's official website: https://www.tiamaria.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Tia Maria is claimed to be the first coffee liqueur used in an Espresso Martini, so try it that way. Tia Espresso Martini Shake all ingredients with ice, double strain into a chilled Martini glass, garnish with three coffee beans. References: Wikipedia Article on Tia Maria Diffords Guide on Tia Maria Press Release on Pernod Ricard sale to Illva Saronno Press Release on new bottle design Cocktail-Society.com Article on Tia Maria Trade Focused Sales Sheet PDF, circa 2020 Tia Maria's first TV Ad on YouTube Product Listing for Vanilla Beans Defining Bourbon Vanilla Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 110 features Glayva. Bottled in 750ml at 35% ABV, or 70 proof and it retails for about $36. Enjoy this episode with a pour of Glayva neat. Glayva's official website: https://www.glayva.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Enjoy Glayva neat or over ice. References: My thanks to Whyte & Mackay Ltd. for answering questions I had about Glayva via email and helping to fill in some of the blank. Whyte & Mackay Ltd Listing for Glayva Scotsman.com Article on Glayva Scottish Dance Site with Historical Bottles Glayva.com Circa December 2004 Telegraph.co.uk Article on Glayva (archived) Wikipedia Article on Glayva Wikipedia Article on Leith Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 109 features Gordon's London Dry Gin. Bottled in 750ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof and it retails for $12. Enjoy this episode with the late Queen's favorite cocktail, the Dubonnet. Gordon's official website: https://www.gordonsgin.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Enjoy Gordon's in the classic Dubonnet Cocktail. 1 part Gordon's Gin 2 parts Dubonnet (French aperitif wine) Lemon Twist Garnish Shake liquid ingredients with ice, strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon twist. References: Wikipedia Article on Gordon's Diageo Bar Academy Article Diageo Bar Academy History of Gordon's The Spirits Business Gordon's Brand History Wikipedia Article on the Gin Craze Wikipedia Article on Gin Lane The Gin Guide Listing -includes list of botanicals Hello Magazine Article on The Queen's Favorite Gin Brand - it was Gordon's The Queen's Favorite Dubonnet Cocktail The Spirits Business Article on New Bottle Designs for Gordon's Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram:

Episode 108 features Biodynamic Luna 1.1 from Waterford Whisky. Bottled in 750ml at 50% ABV, or 100 proof. This retails for $119. Enjoy this episode with any of the Waterford Whisky offers you can get your hands on! The official website for Waterford Whisky: https://waterfordwhisky.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Drink this neat. Add one or two cubes of ice if you like, but treat it as you would any good Single Malt. References: My interview with Neil Conway, Head Brewer for Waterford Whisky. Whiskey Magazine Interview with Mark Reynier Biodynamics Manure Horns Downloadable PDF More detail on Manure Horns Prep and Biodynamic Principles Biodynamics.com Principles and Practices Book (pages 120-123): From Barley to Blarney - A Whiskey Lover's Guide to Ireland, presented by the Dead Rabbit, Sean Muldoon, Jack McGarry, Tim Herlihy, and Conor Kelly Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 107 features Vestal Vodka, Polish Potato Vodka. Bottled in 750ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof. There are three options covered, the Unfiltered 2015 Vintage that retails for $28. Next is the standard or "white label" that retails for $20. Last is the Black Cherry that retails for $21. Enjoy this episode with any of the Vestal Vodkas you can get your hands on! The official website for Vestal Vodka: https://www.vestalvodka.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: It depends upon which version of Vestal you're drinking, but for the Unfiltered 2015 Vintage, let its flavor shine. The standard or "white label" is well suited for any vodka cocktail. The Black Cherry? Use it for flavor, recommended to be mixed with Coke for an alcoholic Cherry Coke. References: My interview with William Borrell, founder of Vestal Vodka. Chilled Magazine Article on Vestal Vodka The Spirits Business Article Featuring William Borrell The Spirits Business Article on Halewood Partnering with Vestal Vice Article on Polish Moonshine The Ladies & Gents Bar Inside Hook Review Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 106 features Myers's Rum - Original Dark from Jamaica. Bottled in 750ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof. It retails for $20. Enjoy this episode with a Myers's Planter's Punch! The official website for Myers's Rum: https://www.myerssrum.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Try the Planter's Punch. Add all ingredients into a shaker, shake, then strain into a highball filled with fresh shaved ice. Garnish and serve. References: Sazerac Brand Listing Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails Book Excerpt The Fat Rum Pirate Myers's Rum Review Rum Label Collection Website Featuring Myers's Rum And a Bottle of Rum by Wayne Curtis Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 105 features Broken Shed Vodka from New Zealand. Bottled in 750ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof. It retails for $25. Enjoy this episode with some Broken Shed with a twist! The official website for Broken Shed: https://brokenshed.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Let the vodka shine in a cocktail, try not to overpower it. Broken Shed Vodka also works really well for infusions. References: My interview with Mark Simmonds, Master Blender of Broken Shed Vodka along with materials provided by the brand. Huff Post Article from 2012 Chilled Magazine Article on Broken Shed Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 104 features Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky. Bottled in 750ml at 45% ABV, or 90 proof. It retails for about $28. Enjoy this episode with a Maker's Mark Old Fashioned! The official website for Maker's Mark: https://www.makersmark.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Use as you would any quality bourbon. I'm drinking it neat, but try it in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan. References: Book: Maker's Mark - My Autobiography by Bill Samuels, Jr. published in 2000 Wikipedia Article on Maker's Mark Brand History Article on The Spirits Business Drink Spirits Story on Maker's Mark Whisky Maker's Mark on The Spirits Educator Vinepair.com Article on Hops Used in Production Vinepair.com Article on Maker' Mark Doe Anderson Ad Agency for Maker's Mark Press Release on Bill Samuels, Jr. Retiring via the Wayback Machine Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram:

Episode 103 features Ron Flor de Caña 12. Boxed and bottled, it's 750ml at 35% ABV, or 70 proof and was intended for the domestic Nicaraguan market. In the United States, this is sold at 40% ABV, or 80 proof and it retails for about $40. Enjoy this episode with a neat pour of Flor de Caña 12! The official website for Ron Flor de Caña 12: https://flordecana.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: This is a sipping rum for sure, just great on it's own. However, you may also want to try it in a rum Old Fashioned. References: Wikipedia Article on Flor de Caña Brand History YouTube Video An Older Brand History YouTube Video Brand Ad on YouTube Distillery Tour YouTube Video Production Video on YouTube Spanish Language YouTube Video Purporting 80% is 12 Years Old Rum Wikipedia Article on Nicaragua Wikipedia Article on Nicaraguan Revolution The Spirits Business Article on Packaging Update Press Release on Tree Planting Campaign Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur

Episode 102 features Patrón Silver Tequila. Boxed and bottled in a handmade glass bottle that's 750ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof and it retails for $50. Enjoy this episode with a neat pour of Patrón Tequila! The official website for Patrón: https://www.patrontequila.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Please try Patrón neat, then mix as you like in your favorite cocktails that call for tequila. References: The Patrón Way by Ilana Edelstein, published in 2013 with a forward by John Paul Dejoria John Paul Dejoria interview on YouTube Ilana Edelstein interview on YouTube Mercury News article from 2017 on the founders of Patrón Wikipedia Article on Patrón Wikipedia Article on John Paul Dejoria Statista Global Sales Information Forbes article "The Truth Behind Patrón's Tequila Empire (may require subscription) Bacardi Press Release on Purchase of Patrón Business Insider Video on How Patrón is Made Patrón YouTube Video on "60 Hands" Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram:

Episode 101 features Old Elk Distillery. Five different bottlings are noted, with a tasting from the Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey that is bottled in 750ml at 44% ABV, or 88 proof and it retails for $45. Enjoy this episode with a neat pour of any Old Elk product! The official website for Old Elk: https://www.oldelk.com/ Brief Historical Timeline: Key Cocktails: Old Elk is perfect neat, right out of the bottle. You can mix it or chill it if you like. References: Most of the content for this episode came from an interview and tasting conducted with Greg Metze, Master Distiller for Old Elk. MGP Ingredients Early Brand History from Bourbon Veach Article on Greg Metze from Gear Patrol Bourbon Lens Overview of Old Elk Distillery Contact Information: Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.com Join my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/ Twitter: @LLConnoisseur