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How Much Sugar Is in Bourbon?

August 28, 2026April 20, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Unflavored bourbon has 0 g sugar (USDA). Straight bourbon cannot add flavoring (TTB). Honey SKUs and soda mixers are where the sugar is.

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What Is the Best Whiskey to Drink Straight?

August 28, 2026April 20, 2026 by Lydia Martin

There is no official best whiskey to drink straight. Straight is a TTB aging rule, not a taste score. Neat is a serve. 100 proof is not bottled-in-bond. No ranking.

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Who Makes Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon?

August 28, 2026April 20, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Pappy Van Winkle is often regarded as one of the most lauded bourbons in the world, and it can be extremely challenging to find. But who makes Pappy Van Winkle bourbon…

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Martell: Proof, Types, and Buying Guide

August 28, 2026April 18, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Martell cognac bottle, review and buying guide

Martell is the oldest of the big Cognac houses (1715), owned by Pernod Ricard. US nutrition lists VS, VSOP, Cordon Bleu, and XO at 40% ABV. A 1.5 oz pour is one drink.

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How Much Alcohol Is in Modelo?

August 28, 2026April 17, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Modelo Especial bottle and pint, ABV

Mexico isn’t about tequila; they also have excellent beer brands, like Modelo. If you haven’t tried Modelo before, you might be curious – how much alcohol is in Modelo…

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Jameson vs Tullamore D.E.W.: What’s the Difference?

August 28, 2026April 17, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Jameson Original and Tullamore D.E.W. Original are both blended Irish whiskeys at 40% ABV. Jameson is Irish Distillers / Midleton. Tullamore is William Grant. A 1.5 oz pour is one drink.

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What Kind of Beer Is Heineken?

August 28, 2026April 17, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Heineken Original is a pilsner/lager. Official US FAQ 5% ABV. Official US tile 142 cal / 11 g carbs / 12 oz. No ranking.

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Don Julio Tequila: Proof, Types, and Sizes

August 28, 2026April 17, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Don Julio tequila bottle, review and buying guide

Don Julio Blanco is 40% ABV on the US brand page. Aged SKUs are usually 40% too. A 750 mL is about 17 standard drinks. No fake MSRP.

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Best Bourbon Under $30

August 28, 2026April 17, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Bourbon under $30 is still easy to find: Evan Williams, Jim Beam White, Old Grand-Dad 100, Barton. Not a 2026 price list. Allocation bottles do not count if the street tag is $50.

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How to Make Crystal-Clear Ice Cubes for Whiskey

August 28, 2026April 17, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Directional freeze; boil folklore is not a lock. No invented hours. Ice and stones chill; they do not age whiskey (5.74).

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