What is bottled-in-bond and how has this tradition continued today? We break down everything you want to know about bottled-in-bond whiskey.
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It’s the holidays, a time when you don’t only find your spirits in cocktails, but also in classic holiday desserts.
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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.
The most classic of cocktails: the old fashioned. Is this really an “old fashioned” way of mixing a drink?
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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.
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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Applejack is truly like drinking liquid autumn. But how do you serve this unique spirit? What are the best cocktails to make this autumn?
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What is rum? Where did it come from and what types of rum are made today? Let’s break down this classic spirit.
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Have you ever wondered what the difference is between rum and whiskey?
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Aging is a critical step in the making of whiskey, rum, brandy and other aged spirits. But why are these spirits aged?
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American Whiskey was born in Pennsylvania. Learn more about the unique history of Pennsylvania distilleries.
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How is whiskey actually made? Why is that feeling of whiskey so unique compared to other alcohol? We break down the distillation process and the making of whiskey so you can appreciate your next drink even more.
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A craft distillery has many meanings, depending on who you ask. Learn more about what a craft distillery means to the crew at Eight Oaks.
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“Shaken, not stirred.” We all know the famous words from James Bond, but was he right? We break down which cocktails should be stirred and which cocktails should be shaken so you can order like an expert the next time you’re out.
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If you’re new to the world of whiskey and bourbon, you may have heard the terms “on the rocks” or “neat.” But what do these bartending words mean?
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All whiskeys, no matter where they come from, start with the grain. But what grains are used for whiskey? And how do these grains change the way the whiskey tastes?
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Learn all about the different types of whiskey so you can feel confident the next time you order.
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