The Blog
Welcome to the Whistling Andy blog, while we are craft distillers by trade, we are passionate about many things. Here you will find stories about things near and dear to us. Such as great cocktails, food, nature, history, and made in USA goods! Enjoy!
History of the Old Fashioned
Ever sit down to relax and enjoy your favorite drink and wonder what led to these particular ingredients coming together in a glass? Let’s look at the history and origins of one of America’s favorite cocktails, the “Old Fashioned.” Let’s start by introducing the idea of a cocktail. You’ve probably heard of a cocktail dress, a cocktail party, cocktail napkins — and for football games, cocktail weenies. These are all related. The idea of a cocktail as a drink is a simple mix of a spirit, sugar, water, and some bitters that blend well together.
History of the Old Fashioned
Ever sit down to relax and enjoy your favorite drink and wonder what led to these particular ingredients coming together in a glass? Let’s look at the history and origins of one of America’s favorite cocktails, the “Old Fashioned.” Let’s start by introducing the idea of a cocktail. You’ve probably heard of a cocktail dress, a cocktail party, cocktail napkins — and for football games, cocktail weenies. These are all related. The idea of a cocktail as a drink is a simple mix of a spirit, sugar, water, and some bitters that blend well together.
History of the Sazerac
Each cocktail has its own unique history and story. Often, they were the product of what was available at the time and place they were invented. Enter the Sazerac, the iconic New Orleans cocktail. Let’s dive into this cocktail’s history and origins and the sometimes surprising history that is lingering in your glass. The Sazerac has its roots in an agricultural blight in France in the mid-19th century. French immigrants in New Orleans traditionally made their cocktails and beverages with Cognac, a French brandy made from twice-distilled grapes.
History of the Sazerac
Each cocktail has its own unique history and story. Often, they were the product of what was available at the time and place they were invented. Enter the Sazerac, the iconic New Orleans cocktail. Let’s dive into this cocktail’s history and origins and the sometimes surprising history that is lingering in your glass. The Sazerac has its roots in an agricultural blight in France in the mid-19th century. French immigrants in New Orleans traditionally made their cocktails and beverages with Cognac, a French brandy made from twice-distilled grapes.
The Role of TTB and ATF: Why This Simon & Garfunkel of Regulatory Bodies Split
Simon & Garfunkel were arguably one of the greatest duos of all time – until they split up. Paul Simon had a successful career as a respected and popular singer/songwriter, while Art Garfunkel focused on traditional opportunities for soundtracks, Broadway shows, and other technical compositions. Both were successful in their own ways, much more than they ever could have been together. In the same way, the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) was great at having taxes and regulations under one roof, but splitting them into two separate entities makes each division more successful on its own. Here’s the story of the ATF and how tax collection activities were transferred to the new Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau in 2003.
The Role of TTB and ATF: Why This Simon & Garfunkel of Regulatory Bodies Split
Simon & Garfunkel were arguably one of the greatest duos of all time – until they split up. Paul Simon had a successful career as a respected and popular singer/songwriter, while Art Garfunkel focused on traditional opportunities for soundtracks, Broadway shows, and other technical compositions. Both were successful in their own ways, much more than they ever could have been together. In the same way, the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) was great at having taxes and regulations under one roof, but splitting them into two separate entities makes each division more successful on its own. Here’s the story of the ATF and how tax collection activities were transferred to the new Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau in 2003.
The History of Kelvin Cooperage: Aged to Perfection
Cooperages are not new to the world. In fact, they have been around for ages, supplying various wooden containers to fulfill many different needs worldwide. Today, one of the most prominent cooperages in the world is the family-owned and operated Kelvin Cooperage, based out of Louisville, Kentucky.
The History of Kelvin Cooperage: Aged to Perfection
Cooperages are not new to the world. In fact, they have been around for ages, supplying various wooden containers to fulfill many different needs worldwide. Today, one of the most prominent cooperages in the world is the family-owned and operated Kelvin Cooperage, based out of Louisville, Kentucky.
The Second Life of American Whisky Barrels — From Spirits and Food to DIY
American bourbon is unique because distilleries only use the charred oak barrels used to age it one time. What happens to those barrels when they have been emptied after aging? There are a surprising number of uses these barrels can be repurposed for once they are no longer suitable for bourbon production!
The Second Life of American Whisky Barrels — From Spirits and Food to DIY
American bourbon is unique because distilleries only use the charred oak barrels used to age it one time. What happens to those barrels when they have been emptied after aging? There are a surprising number of uses these barrels can be repurposed for once they are no longer suitable for bourbon production!
What Is a Controlled State? — Why and How 17 States Control The Amount And Price of Alcohol Retai...
Every state has laws regulating the sale of alcohol, both in retail stores and establishments that sell alcohol for on-premises consumption. Off-premises alcohol sales are those that take place at a retail store that will be consumed in another location and are subject to these controlled state laws.
What Is a Controlled State? — Why and How 17 States Control The Amount And Price of Alcohol Retai...
Every state has laws regulating the sale of alcohol, both in retail stores and establishments that sell alcohol for on-premises consumption. Off-premises alcohol sales are those that take place at a retail store that will be consumed in another location and are subject to these controlled state laws.
