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Wry Rye Tasting

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Thom

Time to get all spicy on you….spicy like only a good rye whisky can be. We are proud to announce a Wry Rye tasting November 19th at Waterman Grille at 7pm. We’ll be tasting six rye whiskies plus a special bonus dram with a special … Continue reading →

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OSDRI Donation Day

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Thom

As many of you know, at the end of each WhiskyRI tasting there is a raffle raising money for Operation Stand Down Rhode Island – an organization dedicated to helping homeless veterans. Today, because of your help and support, I … Continue reading →

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Buffalo Trace Distillery Tasting Oct 22nd

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Thom

As the leaves turn color and fall from the trees, the cooler weather naturally turns a person’s thoughts towards….Whiskey of course. We are proud to announce a tasting with the Buffalo Trace Distillery October 22nd at 7pm at the Waterman … Continue reading →

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Whisky Tasting Strategies

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Thom

Ahh, whisky tasting. How hard can it be. Put whisky in glass and taste. Sounds easy in theory but in practice you need a strategy. Really. All tastings are not alike. Some tastings are designed to be small leisurely affairs lingering … Continue reading →

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September Laphroaig Tasting

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Thom

Even before our very first tasting, the clamor for an evening of Islay whiskies was audible and has only grown louder this past year. The requests have been constant, relentless and increasing in volume- and they’ve finally been granted. I’m proud to … Continue reading →

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