by Bob Lipinski | Dec 14, 2021 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski What could be more alluring than a glass of whiskey on-the-rocks or an arctic cold martini in a Y-shaped glass adorned with several pimento-filled green olives? Although I love an ice-cold martini and certainly a glass of whiskey with ice; a glass of...
by Bob Lipinski | Nov 5, 2021 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski Fun fact: The Andrews Sisters, a famous female singing group, recorded the song, “Rum & Coca-Cola” on Oct. 18, 1944, for Decca Records. Most people enjoy rum in tropical drinks during warm weather while lounging poolside with a bowl of tortilla...
by Bob Lipinski | Mar 21, 2021 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski Over the years there have been many myths and misconceptions about alcoholic beverages that have been carried from one generation to the next. Some are based on fiction, or false or mistaken beliefs that have never been debunked. Some popular myths...
by Bob Lipinski | Mar 5, 2021 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski Historically liqueur is derived from the Latin word liquefacere and means to dissolve or melt, a fitting term since the process of making liqueurs involves dissolving selected ingredients in a distilled spirit. The term cordial is derived from the...
by Bob Lipinski | Jan 10, 2021 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski Armagnac is a brandy distilled from wine and is often confused with its close cousin, Cognac. However, Armagnac’s taste is fuller and richer and is described as less “burning” and more mellow. Armagnac comes from the Gascony region in southwest France,...
by Bob Lipinski | Aug 7, 2020 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski I love reading quotes, especially historical, and inspirational from well-known individuals, or just plain funny ones. Here are 15 of my favorite whiskey quotes that may stimulate you to reach for a bottle of your favorite brand. “Happiness is having a...
Bob Lipinski, author of 10 books; writes, consults, and conducts training seminars on Wine, Spirits, and Food and is available for speaking engagements.
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