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Is it time to consider spicing up your life? Then, you might be a perfect candidate for rye whiskey. Rye whiskey has a following that enjoys the flavors of the spirit. Spicey is the word used by many to share how the whiskey tastes.

What is the best-tasting whiskey for beginners living in Wisconsin? You probably know what follows if you have read the other pages on the best types of whiskey. Bear with me, as this offers a slight twist. Types and variations of whiskey are almost too numerous to mention.

This question, at best, will spark plenty of debate. It can also cause a heated discussion. You first must remove any bias from the conversation. No relying on what you think you know. The best method for finding an acceptable answer to discovering the best-tasting bourbon whiskey starts with understanding what makes up its taste and flavor profile.

Most people know the name, James Bond. The sophisticated British spy character may have single-handedly elevated the martini to among the most recognized cocktail ever. He always ordered the vodka cocktail and who can forget the line, “shaken, not stirred.”

It's a simple question, or so I thought when I first asked, "what is vodka made from?" When it comes to the ingredients of vodka, many people, me included, assume that the potato is the primary ingredient. Boy, was I wrong! The potato is a favorite of vodka distillers, although it is far from the only option. So, what is vodka made from? The reality is more and varied ingredients. One of the most unusual is the milkfat and sugars from dairy. That’s correct! Old farmer Jones c

Where can you find the best vodka? I know. This is a topic sure to cause lively debate. Much of it relates to personal preference. However, the best vodkas made in Wisconsin have a few characteristics in common. Taste and smoothness tend to top the list. These characteristics are subjective.

MOST? Huh? MOST what? MOST is an acronym for my guide (yours may be different) to determine the best gin cocktails. MOST stands for Mood, Occasion, Season and Temperature. I used to have a go-to gin cocktail. But after years of staying in the conservative lane of gin drinks, I decided to do a little experimenting.

If you have ever discussed gin with friends, you likely have joked about the pine needle taste of the liquid. It is not uncommon to associate gin with pine needles or Christmas trees. However, that line of thinking is not quite accurate. So, what is gin made from?

Da or nyet? Only Russian vodka is worth drinking. The answer for many is a solid da. However, others, me included, fall into the nyet category.

Searching for the best gins reminds me of an old joke. Did you hear the story about the economist experiment? Several researchers gathered all economists from around the world and had them lay end-to-end.

Many define the type of brandy liquor according to the part of the world where it is made. For the sake of argument, we will focus on eight main brandies, based on geography, and one outlier related to the main ingredient used.

We Wisconsinites love our brandy. However, we are no slackers in appreciating good craft whiskey. And it might be gaining on brandy, given the quality of the craft whiskey coming from Wisconsin distilleries.