by Michael Cervin | Feb 4, 2025 | Rye, Whiskey
Within the whiskey industry the wine category has influenced whiskey-making, most notably through use of various casks to secondarily age whiskey and enhance its flavor profile. Redemption’s Sur Lee is a first of its kind rye whiskey inspired by the French winemaking... 
by Michael Cervin | Feb 4, 2025 | Bourbon Whiskey, Uncategorized
This bourbon begins its journey, not as an aggressive no-holds-barred bourbon, but on the softer, quieter side. With a mash bill of 70% corn, 15% barley, and 13% rye, you might expect to find a potent level of sweetness, but It’s actually rather muted. There are... 
by Michael Cervin | Jan 4, 2025 | Tequila
You may know the story: Friends Gerber and Clooney started Casamigos intending to make tequila according to their personal tastes and for their personal use, with no intent of taking the company public. But, when big money calls… Fast-forward and the once very... 
by Michael Cervin | Dec 20, 2024 | Tequila
When Casa Noble launched in 1997, it was with the goal of making great Tequila. That probably sounds obvious, however there is one particular element that separates good spirits from great spirits: water. The water source used in making any spirit is crucial. And Casa... 
by Michael Cervin | Dec 20, 2024 | Cocktail RTD
The Manhattan cocktail calls for whiskey as its base, but why not Scotch? Yes, whiskey and Scotch have similarities, but I was curious if a Scotch could hold its own in a Manhattan. The nose doesn’t leap out so at first glance you think this might not be going places....
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