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Is Whiskey Acidic?

August 28, 2026June 12, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Whiskey on ice, is it acidic

Whiskey is mildly acidic (published Scotch analyses often pH 3.5–4.5). TTB does not set a pH. Cola mixers are more acidic than the spirit.

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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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Different Sizes of Alcohol Bottles

August 28, 2026June 12, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Lab-journal bottle lineup: 50 mL mini, 375 mL pint, 750 mL fifth, 1 litre, and 1.75 L handle.

US liquor bottles are metric: 50 mL, 375 mL, 750 mL (fifth), 1 L, 1.75 L (handle). TTB added more legal sizes in 2025.

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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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Maker’s Mark Bourbon Line: Proofs and Types

August 28, 2026June 12, 2026 by Lydia Martin

Maker’s Mark flagship is 90 proof on makersmark.com. 46 Cask Strength is 107–114 on the official tile. No mash % invented. Not a ranking.

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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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