Features Archives - Page 3 of 20

The Blackbird Audio Documentary

WHAT IS THE BLACKBIRD? Have you ever had a Blackbird? Do you know what goes into a Blackbird? Do…

Deanston Distillery is one that has always done things a little different than the rest. The founder, Brodie Hepburn was…

Spirits

What is Tequila? – Must be made from Agave tequilana (commonly known as Blue Agave) – Those agave plants must…

Spirits

What is Rum? Rum, Rhum or Ron is a big spirit category that follows variety of specifications based on where…

Spirits

What is Irish Whiskey? Irish Whiskey is a grain spirit distilled and aged on the island of Ireland Must be…

Spirits

What is Vodka? A neutral distilled liquor that is clear, colourless and has no definite taste or aroma Can be…

Spirits

What is Rye Whisky? To be called Rye Whisky in Canada: The spirit has to be distilled and aged in…

Spirits

What is Mezcal? It is a spirit drink that comes from any cooked and distilled agave. Mezcal is made by…

Spirits

What is Gin? There are different rules about Gin, depending on where in the world you are, but generally speaking:…

Spirits

What is Chilean Pisco? A grape-based spirit usually made with Muscatel grapes (but there are a total of 11 varietals…