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Wonders of Whiskey

Whiskey isn’t just a spirit. Beloved in classic cocktails, such as the whiskey sour or old fashioned, and observed as an art form, its bottles proudly displayed in home bars, whiskey, for many, is a hobby or way of life.

Whether you prefer your whiskey on the rocks, straight up, or mixed into a craft cocktail, the magical world of whiskey always offers more to be discovered by novices and connoisseurs alike. The following pages are a great place to dive in.

In this issue, learn more about the differences between whiskey, bourbon, and Scotch; how to decode a whiskey label to understand more about a bottle’s contents; and even how to invest in the brown liquor to gain a healthy financial return. All that and more you’ll find here — consider this your guidebook to the wide world of whiskey.

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Singular sensation

Bourbon is all about storytelling; each sip of bourbon should paint a picture of the time and effort that went into that single glass. One of the most overlooked aspects of the whiskey-making process is the number of variables in each barrel. From where the tree used to make the barrel staves was located to where the barrel was placed inside the rackhouse, any number of factors can affect how the whiskey in each barrel tastes. That is why so many bourbons are blends; marrying many barrels allows for a consistent product to be made in larger quantities.

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Whiskey 101

Whiskey’s golden-brown color, warm aroma, and complex taste make it a favorite spirit for many, but for newcomers, the strong, almost obnoxious alcohol burn might interfere with that experience. As with any food or drink, enjoying whiskey requires training your palate. Most people don’t visit a Thai or Indian restaurant and order the highest spice level, and they don’t start with Italian roast black coffee either. We work our way into it, maybe with a level one pad Thai or a nice vanilla latte to start.

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How to Read a Whiskey Label

Learn how to read a whiskey label.

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Liquid Investment

The price of bourbon has risen 586 percent over 10 years, making it — along with other brown liquids — a worthy investment opportunity, one High Mark Distillery in Reno is extending to customers.

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