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Lew Bryson

Lew Bryson is the author of Tasting Whiskey: An Insider's Guide to the Unique Pleasures of the World's Finest Spirits and former managing editor of Whiskey Advocate magazine.

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The Top Shelf

Don’t Read This Unless You Have $10,000 to Spend on Whiskey

Our columnist writes about the current generation of extra-old and extra-expensive whiskies from around the world.

Lew Bryson

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Holiday Happy Hour

It’s the Most Wonderful Time for a Beer!

Brewers around the country are releasing seasonal mixed packs of beer, which bring the gift of variety to your holiday gatherings.

Lew Bryson

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Liquid History

Turns Out Rye Whiskey Isn’t an American Creation After All

Distillers around the world are now producing rye whiskey, which is actually quite fitting since its roots are in Europe.

Lew Bryson

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Clean Sweep

Giving Away a Lifetime’s Worth of Whiskey

After writing about whiskey for 25 years, our columnist is moving and must downsize his hoard of bottles.

Lew Bryson

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Augustfest???

Why are Oktoberfest Beers on Store Shelves in August?

We’re still in the dog days of summer yet around the country brands are starting to sell Oktoberfest beers. What the hell is going on?

Lew Bryson

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Spirits Controversy

Is Tennessee Whiskey Actually Bourbon? We Have the Answer

We talked to distillers across Tennessee to settle this age-old bar debate and the conclusion may surprise you.

Lew Bryson

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Drinks By The Numbers

The Story Behind Wild Turkey 101 & the Proof of Whiskies

Whiskey generally comes in just a few and familiar proofs (the level of alcohol). Find out the origins of this system and how it affects the flavor of your favorite brand.

Lew Bryson

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Day Drinking

Your Drink of Summer Should Be This Refreshing German Beer

German radlers are finally having a moment in America and our columnist couldn’t be happier. Try this tasty and historic beer and lemonade beverage.

Lew Bryson

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Bubbly

Sorry, Snobs. Hard Seltzer & Canned Cocktails Are Blowing Up

Sales of hard seltzer have been on fire for the last year and now a new major player is entering the canned drinks business that will potentially revolutionize the category.

Lew Bryson

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Slainte

The Irish Whiskey of My Dreams Is Now Available in the U.S.

Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the historic pot still Irish whiskey Blue Spot has finally arrived in America and it was worth the wait.

Lew Bryson

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