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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.

Clase Azul: Tequila NOM, Mezcal Line, and Proof

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Clase Azul mezcal bottle, review and buying guide

Clase Azul is a Jalisco tequila house that also bottles mezcal. Reposado tequila is typically 40% ABV. Current CRT NOM is reported as 1595. Mezcal ABV is lot-specific under NOM-070.

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What Bourbon Goes With Apple Cider?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Bourbons for Apple Cider

Apple cider is leftover mixer English, not an IBA class. IBA this fetch Old Fashioned 45 mL. Unused 8-way ranking. Unused Longbranch as cider #1.

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Bulleit vs Woodford Reserve: What’s the Difference?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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When it comes to bourbon, two well-respected brands always seem to be in the debate of being the best: Bulleit Bourbon vs Woodford Reserve. 

Both are great bo

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What Are the Johnnie Walker Colors?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Johnnie Walker Colors Ranked

Official US this fetch: Red 40%, Black 12-year 40%, Double Black 40%, Green 43%, Gold Reserve 40% NAS, Blue 40%. Unused 6-way ranking. SWR 2009 leftover ≥40%.

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What Makes Irish Whiskey Different?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Irish whiskey is Ireland’s GI. Act 1980: 3-year wooden casks. Pot still / malt / grain / blend. Leftover Jameson 40/80. Triple distill is practice, not a statute.

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Is Jim Beam Whiskey or Bourbon?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Jim Beam bottle, whiskey or bourbon

Jim Beam White is both: Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey at 80 proof, aged 4 years. Bourbon is a type of whiskey. Black is 7 years.

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Is Whiskey Good for High Blood Pressure?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Bourbon bottles, whiskey and blood pressure

No. AHA: too much alcohol can raise blood pressure; don’t start drinking for your heart. Beer, wine, and spirits show a similar dose-related association.

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Does Whiskey Get Better With Age? (2022 Updated)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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When you look at the various types of whiskeys, the more expensive ones tend to be older. The 12-year-old whiskey is more costly than a 3-year-old whiskey. But,

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What Bourbon Does John Wick Drink?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
What Bourbon Does John Wick Drink 1

On screen it is Blanton’s. Official this fetch: Original 93/46.5, Mash Bill #2, Straight Bourbon. 5.143 ≥40%. 1.5 oz at 46.5% is about 1.16 NIAAA drinks.

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Japanese Whisky Under $100: What the Label Has to Mean

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
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Under $100 is not a Japanese-whisky class. JSLMA 2021 is a trade standard. Typical US 40% — read the neck. Not a ranking.

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