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Lydia Martin

Lydia Martin is the editorial byline of Liquor Laboratory. Articles published under this name are researched, written and edited by our editorial team against our editorial standards — every ABV verified against the current label, every regulatory claim cited to the governing instrument, and no invented prices or ratings.

Best Bourbon Under $50: The Sweet Spot of the Entire Category

September 14, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Bourbon Under 50

The $25–$50 band is where bourbon stops improving with price. Twelve bottles that prove it, organized by what you want, and what changes above the line.

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Best Bourbon Under $100

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Bourbons Under 100

Under $100 is the sticker that day, not a TTB class. Bourbon is ≥80 proof. Allocation bottles with $40 MSRP often miss $100 on the street. No 2022 ranking.

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Do Americans Drink More Wine Or Beer? (2022 Updated)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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It’s no secret that Americans have a preference for beer and wine. But if they had to choose only one, which would come out victorious? 

So, do Americans dr

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Bourbon for Baking: What the Label Has to Mean

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

No official best baking bourbon. Bourbon is 27 CFR 5.143. Residual ethanol after bake unused FLAG. Typical 40% FLAG. No ranking.

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What Are Ole Smoky Salted Caramel Whiskey Drinks?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Ole Smoky Salted Caramel Whiskey recipe

Official this fetch: Ole Smoky Salty Caramel is leftover flavored whiskey at 60 proof / 30.0%. Unused 7-way ranking. Unused White Russian as IBA. Unused homemade still.

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Do You Put Bourbon In A Decanter? Pro Tips (2022 Updated)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Putting bourbon in a decanter is a great way to display the clarity of the liquor and boost your home bar experience. However, decanting might affect the qualit

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What Ice Ball Is Leftover for Whiskey?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Ice English, not a recovered 10-way ranking. Leftover IBA OF 45 mL unused as an ice IBA. Leftover US shot 1.5 fl oz. Unused recovered 60-minute leftover as TTB.

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Who Invented Alcohol? A Brief History (2022 Updated)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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It’s said that alcohol has been around for thousands of years and possibly even predates humanity. But who invented alcohol?

Today, we’ll dive deep into th

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How Long Does It Take To Make Whiskey? (2022 Updated)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Alcohol, like whiskey, can easily be purchased at liquor stores. However, making homemade whiskey allows you to create different flavors that may suit your tast

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Wild Turkey Longbranch vs Rare Breed: What’s the Difference?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Longbranch is an 86-proof Kentucky straight bourbon on the brand page language used this run. Rare Breed is barrel proof — batch-specific. Not a score.

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