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Successful Tasting

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Thom

Just a quick post with a longer one to come shortly. A big thank you to everyone who came to last night’s tasting. Everyone seemed to have a good time – there was laughter and serious discussion of the whiskies. … Continue reading →

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Special Guest post

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Thom

It is with great pleasure that I turn this blog post over to Stephen Mathis from The Malt Impostor for a special guest post. Stephen will be the moderator at our August 7th tasting. Stephen, and the rest of the team, … Continue reading →

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Picking a Tasting Lineup

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Thom

Picking a lineup of whiskies to taste and discuss is much harder work than it sounds like it should be – it is pleasurable work to be sure, but hard work nonetheless. Before you do anything else you have to decide what you want … Continue reading →

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Unpleasant Surprises

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Thom

Not all surprises are pleasant ones. I’m always looking for new and interesting whiskies and whenever I travel I always make a point to check out local liquor stores to see what’s on offer. This week my day job has taken … Continue reading →

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Special Moderator for our Tasting

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Thom

When it rains, it pours – which in the case of people offering their help is a very good thing indeed.  I am pleased and honored to announce that Stephen from The Malt Impostor will be leading our first tasting … Continue reading →

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