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How Many Shots Are in a Litre?

August 28, 2026July 6, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Lab-journal diagram: a 1-litre bottle holds about 22.5 US shots of 1.5 fluid ounces (44 mL).

A 1-litre bottle holds about 22.5 US shots at 1.5 fl oz (44 mL). That is 33.8 ounces of liquid — inventory math, not a drinking plan.

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Best Rye Whiskey for an Old Fashioned

August 28, 2026July 6, 2026 by Lydia Martin

The IBA Old Fashioned is 45 ml whiskey, sugar, and Angostura. Rye is legal and common. 45 ml of 40% rye is one drink; 45% is 1.13. No official best brand.

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Best Vodka for a Bloody Mary

August 28, 2026July 6, 2026 by Lydia Martin

The IBA Bloody Mary is 45 ml vodka, 90 ml tomato, 15 ml lemon, Worcestershire and spices. 45 ml of 40% vodka is one standard drink. No fake ranking.

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Angel’s Envy: Proof, Port Finish, and Types

August 28, 2026July 6, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Angel's Envy bourbon bottle, review and buying guide

Angel’s Envy flagship is Kentucky straight bourbon finished in port wine barrels, typically 86.6 proof / 43.3% ABV. Bacardi owns the Louisville brand. No 2026 MSRP.

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Best Affordable Whiskey to Drink Straight

August 28, 2026July 6, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Affordable is not a TTB class. Straight whiskey is ≥2 years at ≥80 proof. A 1.5 oz 40% pour is one drink. Not a 15-bottle ranking or MSRP.

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The Glenlivet 12: Proof, Age, and Buying Guide

August 28, 2026July 5, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Glenlivet 12 Year Old whisky bottle, review and buying guide

The Glenlivet 12 is a Speyside single malt, aged 12 years, typically 40% ABV / 80 proof in the US. Pernod Ricard / Chivas Brothers. A 1.5 oz pour is one standard drink.

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Avión Tequila: Proof, Types, and Buying Guide

August 28, 2026July 4, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Avion tequila bottle, review and buying guide

Avión is a Pernod Ricard tequila. Official nutrition lists Silver, Reposado, and Añejo at 40% ABV. A 1.5 oz pour is one standard drink. NOM on the bottle is primary.

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What Does Whiskey Smell Like?

August 28, 2026July 3, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Whiskey pour into rocks glass, aroma

Whiskey usually smells like oak — vanilla, caramel, toast — plus grain and ethanol. Peat, rye, and fruit depend on the type. Cold mutes the nose.

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What Does a Martini Taste Like?

August 28, 2026July 3, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Martini taste is not a TTB class. Current IBA Dry Martini: 60 ml gin, 10 ml dry vermouth. Typical US gin 40% FLAG. No ranking.

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What Does Moonshine Taste Like?

August 28, 2026July 3, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Moonshine is not a TTB class. Legal bottles are labeled as whiskey, cane spirit, or a specialty. Unaged corn whiskey is a type if the mash and label fit. Typical 40% FLAG. No ranking.

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