Posts by Josh Van Den Berg
What Type of Glass is Best for Whiskey?
Which glass should you use? We break down the different types of whiskey glasses and what you should use at your next whiskey tasting.
Read MoreWhat are Bitters? How to Use Cocktail Bitters in Your Drinks
Cocktail bitters are an essential part of your home bar set up. Bitters create the signature flavors in Old Fashioneds and Manhattans. But what are bitters? What are they made of? What about all the types of bitters? How do you use them in your cocktails? We break down everything you need to know about…
Read MoreHow to Drink Whiskey
Are you new to whiskey? Or maybe you picked up a bottle and now you’re not sure how to enjoy it as much as when you are at the bar? Never fear. We’ve got you covered with this guide on how to drink whiskey. Whether you’re making cocktails at home or ordering whiskey at the…
Read MoreFavorite Christmas Cocktails (and their history)
Discover the history of your favorite holiday cocktails and some recipes to make your parties extra special this Christmas.
Read MoreDrunken Fruit Cake & Other Boozy Holiday Desserts
It’s the holidays, a time when you don’t only find your spirits in cocktails, but also in classic holiday desserts.
Read MoreWhat is Gin?
What exactly is gin? What is gin made from and how is it distilled? We break down all the details you need to know about gin.
Read MoreThe Whiskey Sour: History of a Classic Cocktail
A whiskey sour has everything you could want in a classic cocktail. But where did this cocktail come from? Who was the first to create a whiskey sour? Let’s break down the history of this classic cocktail.
Read MoreThe Old Fashioned: History of a Classic Cocktail
The most classic of cocktails: the old fashioned. Is this really an “old fashioned” way of mixing a drink?
Read MoreHow to Make Applejack
Applejack. The American spirit. We break down the traditional method of making applejack and how Eight Oaks has modernized the way we make this American spirit.
Read MoreApplejack vs. Apple Brandy: What’s in a Name?
Both Applejack and Apple Brandy are distilled using 100% apples. But what is the difference between these two liquors and how did they get their names?
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