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Why Your Favorite Bartender’s Favorite Drink Is Amaro
By Christopher Osburn
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The Anti-Algorithm Guide to Discovering New Music

Streaming made music infinite. Which made discovery harder. Here’s how we’re finding our way back.

By Cool Material
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Bar Cart Bracket: The Best Whiskies for March Madness

Whether you’re toasting a perfect upset or coping with a completely busted bracket, these bottles have you covered.

By Beau Hayhoe
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Nick Offerman Wants You To Drink More Lagavulin

We caught up with the distiller’s number one fan to talk woodworking, craftsmanship, and the best way to enjoy Scotch.

By Beau Hayhoe
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Who Was Sailor Jerry, the Godfather of American Tattoing?

Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins is a name synonymous with American tattooing. Hell, there are many out there who consider him the Godfather of American traditional style—and for all intents and purposes, they’re right. But Sailor Jerry’s story goes far deeper than most imagine. He wasn’t just some guy who decided…

By Maxwell Barna
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8 Scientific Studies That Prove Whiskey is Good for You

Mark Twain, the man lauded as the father of American literature, is remembered for many things, but perhaps his most widely used commentary is on a topic we hold near and dear—whiskey. Twain famously uttered the timeless words, “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is…

By Maxwell Barna
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How to Write a Proper Thank-You Note

Technology didn't kill the thank-you note; it made it stronger. While it's easy to fire off a quick word of thanks via email or text, such a move undermines the original purpose of the message. You're attempting to express sincere gratitude. Why would you do it through a method of…

By Mike Newman
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The Scotch Bucket List: 15 Bottles You Need to Try at Least Once

Comparing scotches can be difficult. Some people look for the peatiness of an Islay offering, opting for a beverage far smokier than any bourbon, while others champion an expertly crafted blend that’s a bit more restrained. But, when it comes down to it, scotch is scotch, and we’re happy with…

By Mike Newman
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The 8 Coolest Bikes in the Harley-Davidson Museum

For Harley-Davidson riders, there are few things as joyous as a trip to the Harley-Davidson Museum. The museum is probably the largest archive of Harley-Davidson’s 110+ years of existence. It’s an entire building filled with thousands of motorcycles and other historic artifacts, with the purpose of cataloging the brand's incredible…

By Maxwell Barna
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