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Bourbon vs Scotch vs Whiskey vs Brandy: What’s the Difference?

August 28, 2026June 12, 2026 by Lydia Martin

These are different legal classes, not a trophy stack. Bourbon is 27 CFR 5.143. Scotch is SWR 2009. Whiskey is the family. Brandy / Cognac is 27 CFR 5.145 / BNIC. Typical 40% pour is one drink.

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Rye for a Sazerac: What the Label Has to Mean

August 28, 2026June 12, 2026 by Lydia Martin

There is no official best rye for a Sazerac. IBA Sazerac prints 50 ml cognac. The IBA note says rye later substituted. US rye is ≥51% rye. No ranking.

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Who Makes Weller Bourbon?

August 28, 2026June 12, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Weller, sometimes known as “poor man’s Pappy,” has become one of the most sought-after bourbons. Spirit professionals said it’s the alternative and closest to t

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Which Country Is Famous for Corona Beer?

August 28, 2026June 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Corona Extra is a Mexican pale lager. Official US Extra 4.6%/148/13.9 g per 12 fl oz. Other-market Extra 4.5 FLAG.

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Draft Beer vs Craft Beer: What’s the Difference?

August 28, 2026June 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Draft is a serve (keg). Craft is marketing, not a TTB class. Count ABV on the tap list. Typical lager ~5% FLAG.

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Vodka Lemonade

August 28, 2026June 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

No official vodka-lemonade recipe. Typical US vodka 40% FLAG. Tito’s official 40/80/98. Lemonade is 0%.

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What to Mix With Jim Beam

August 28, 2026June 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

No official Jim Beam mixer list. Official White unused this fetch — FLAG typical 80. Bourbon 27 CFR 5.143. Mixer is 0%. No ranking.

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Evan Williams: Proof, Types, and Buying Guide

August 28, 2026June 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Evan Williams bourbon bottle, review and buying guide

Evan Williams Black is 86 proof (43% ABV) on the Heaven Hill page. Bonded White is 100 proof. A 1.5 oz Black pour is 1.08 standard drinks.

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D’USSÉ vs Hennessy: What’s the Difference?

August 28, 2026June 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

These are two Cognac brands, not a trophy pair. BNIC grades are age floors. Typical US bottles print 40% — FLAG. Hennessy V.S 40% on official title this project. No ranking.

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Jim Beam vs Maker’s Mark: What’s the Difference?

August 28, 2026June 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Jim Beam White is 80 proof / 40%. Maker’s Mark is 90 proof / 45%. Both are Kentucky straight bourbon from Suntory Global Spirits. A 1.5 oz Beam pour is one drink; Maker’s is 1.13.

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