whiskeys

During rye's recent rediscovery, micro-distillers from coast to coast jumped on the bandwagon and those whiskeys are just starting to reach maturity, and store shelves.

Do the Rye Thing Kevin Sintumuang 2011

Finding the right blend is particularly important for whiskeys and other aged alcohols, which are trying to ditch their slippers-and-pipe image to tap into a younger market.

Jameson Pours Out Tall Tale Christina Passariello 2011

In high-proof whiskeys, rye imparts a spicy, drying character.

Food Republic: 5 Rye Beers To Try Right Now Food Republic 2011

Leopold's Maryland Style Rye Pre-Prohibition, there were two styles of rye whiskeys: the dry and spicy Pennsylvania, also called Monongahela, which is similar to most of the rye we drink today, and Maryland, a more fragrant and fruit-forward cousin.

Do the Rye Thing Kevin Sintumuang 2011

And that's a shame, because at its best, it's a sophisticated spirit that's as complex and delicious as the whiskeys and cognacs beloved by so many spirits snobs.

Tony Sachs: Yo-Ho-Ho And A Snifter Of Rum: Sipping Rums To Enjoy Without Paper Umbrellas Tony Sachs 2010

U.S. distilled spirits exports exceeded $1 billion for the fourth consecutive year in 2010, with whiskeys making up 71% of the total, while recent data from the Scotch Whisky Association revealed that Scottish exports reached a record £3.45 billion $5.64 billion last year—up 10% from 2009 and 60% from the turn of the century.

Distillers Get Whiff of Hope on Tariffs Abroad Ian Thomson 2011

The composition of bourbons and Tennessee whiskeys, with larger amounts of rye and corn rather than barley, makes them easier to mix with fruit juices; a popular combination in China and India, according to Mr. Coleman.

Distillers Get Whiff of Hope on Tariffs Abroad Ian Thomson 2011

Same thing happens with whiskey – there are some real rotgut whiskeys out there with labels covered in medals.

Medallurgy: wine competition gold is as good as chance | Dr Vino's wine blog 2009

"This will be a great asset to American whiskeys," Frank Coleman, senior vice president of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, or Discus, said in an interview.

Distillers Get Whiff of Hope on Tariffs Abroad Ian Thomson 2011

And that's a shame, because at its best, it's a sophisticated spirit that's as complex and delicious as the whiskeys and cognacs beloved by so many spirits snobs.

Tony Sachs: Yo-Ho-Ho And A Snifter Of Rum: Sipping Rums To Enjoy Without Paper Umbrellas Tony Sachs 2010