Kathryn Loveless

Kathryn Loveless delights in all things delectable. You can find her perfecting a roast chicken recipe, hunting down a new bottle of scotch, or hosting a wine and cheese soirée somewhere in New York. My passion for Scotch started in college when my conniving parents gave me their best whisky for my "first taste." Needless to say, the stuff my friends had at school didn't compare. They had a joke "If Kathryn comes to a party, you need a whiskey that's over $40." My first job in NYC was hosting several fine-dining establishments where I learned everything I could from bartenders and mixologists. Now that I work in writing and development full-time, I continue my education in classes around the city and explore the newest whiskeys on the market. (Still trying to find a bottle of Compass Box No Name if you have any leads...) Newest in my collection: Compass Box Peat Monster and Port Charlotte Islay Single Malt (I love peat if you can't tell.) Most interesting thing on the market right now: Japanese whisky! (No "e" since much of the trade was learned in Scotland.)

Macallan 12 vs 18: Does the Price Make a Difference?

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What does “The Macallan” conjure up for you? Mahogany fireplaces in cozy libraries? Businessmen discussing million dollar trades over cigars? A fancy dinner out you’ll regret later? The Macallan has certainly become the ubiquitous luxury scotch. Even relative newcomers to the world of whisky seem to know that Macallan screams quality. And there are good reasons for it too.

Main Differences Between Macallan 12 vs 18

The main differences between Macallan 12 vs 18 are:

  • Macallan 12 is spicy, chocolaty, nutty, and heavy on caramel, whereas Macallan 18 is rich, leathery, full of dried fruit, and intensely oaky
  • Macallan 12 is around $60, whereas Macallan 18 is around $260
  • Macallan 12 is bottled at 40% ABV, whereas the Macallan 18 is bottled at 43% ABV.

A Brief Bac

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Manhattan vs Old Fashioned – The Classic Whisky Cocktails

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The Manhattan and the Old Fashioned: two of the most well-known cocktails in the world. Walk into any bar and you’ll be able to order one without thinking twice.

But what really is the difference? Whether you’re looking for a solid go-to cocktail or just curious about the difference, get ready to explore two of the most classic whisky cocktails. 

Main Differences Between Manhattan vs Old Fashioned?

The
main differences between Manhattan vs Old Fashioned are:

  • Manhattan is made with Sweet
    Vermouth, whereas Old Fashioned is made with sugar.
  • Manhattan is a dry cocktail with
    savory notes, whereas Old Fashioned is a sweet cocktail.
  • Manhattan is served in a

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Fireball Whisky Review + The Best Fireball Cocktails for Every Season

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Fireball: the cinnamon whisky that reportedly “Tastes like heaven. Burns like hell.” In fact, it does neither of those things. 

When and why you should buy Fireball is debatable. But if you do happen to find yourself saddled with a bottle, at least you can mix it in a cocktail!

(Seriously, look below for some extra yummy cocktails! But I don’t recommend sipping Fireball on the rocks while relaxing by the fireside.)

Quick Review of Fireball

  • Cinnamon flavored whisky good for mixing

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