Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Booze Clues Lecture 2: Whiskey

"The Complex Spirit"
Shatter the myth of whiskey as a purely rough and rugged drink and uncover some of the incredible flavors, textures, and taste sensations to be found. Discover how the malting process works, why age is so important to taste, and more..

Tastings will consist of:
  • Macallan Sherry Oak 12yr Single Malt Scotch
  • Wild Turkey 81 Bourbon
  • Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey
  • Laphroaig Fine Oak Single Malt Scotch (peated)
  • Wild Turkey Rye Whiskey
  • Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey
  • Jameson Irish Whiskey
  • Buffalo Trace Bourbon
  • Russell's Reserve Bourbon

Mint Julep
2 oz bourbon
½ oz simple syrup
2 tender sprigs of fresh mint

Manhattan
2 oz rye whiskey
1 oz vermouth (sweet or dry, depending on taste)
2 dashes of Angostura bitters
Luxardo cherry for garnish

Irish Coffee
1 ½ oz Irish whiskey
Coffee
1 tsp sugar
Whipped cream