Author Archives: Female Whiskey Society

Let’s talk Koval, what I love about Koval is not only do they have a great whiskey line up but they are FEMALE OWNED!!! Yes, Female owned! Dr. Sonat Koval is the President of Koval Distillery an her husband is the CEO and Master Distiller. Sonat runs product development, distribution and marketing. Sonat and herContinue reading “Koval Distillery”

Upcoming Events and things to watch out for from Female Whiskey Society FWS Sfumato Whiskey A Sensory Experience: Whiskey Tasting and Fragrance Virtual Course 2/23 6:30 PM- Sign Up Via Private FB Group FWS Bardstown Ladies Night Happy Hour March 11th 8:30 PM Sign up via FemaleWhiskeySociety FB group. FWS New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon-Continue reading “Events”

There are a lot of terms that are used in the world of bourbon and when you hear people talking bourbon and the terms are used, it can sound like another language. Below is a quick list of the top used bourbon and whiskey terms. Having a good understanding of these terms will not onlyContinue reading “Glossary of Bourbon and Whiskey Terms”

I personally like my simple syrups to be less sweet, so this is an adaptation of liquor.com’s simple syrups. Lowering the sugar from ½ c to 1/3 and 1/4. I prefer the alcohol to do most of the talking in my cocktails but if you prefer the sweetness then you can kick it up! MostContinue reading “Simple Syrups”

Highball- Cranberry Lime Video https://www.instagram.com/reel/CKKxb57DWHI/?igshid=1g62igslvf1lu 2oz Bourbon ½ oz Cranberry Lime Simple Syrup Fill the rest of the way with Soda Water Squeeze of Lime Garnish with fresh or dried Lime Notes: To cut down on carbs, you can always use a Cranberry flavored LaCroix and skip the simple syrup. Old Fashioned- Cranberry Rosemary 2ozContinue reading “Basic Bourbon-Whiskey Cocktails”

Finished whiskeys are not for the purists, these types of bourbons or whiskeys are finished in another spirit’s barrel. There are many different options out there to choose from to tailor it to your specific likes. Many of these are a nice enhancement to the already delicious bourbon inside. Below is a quick run throughContinue reading “Finished Whiskey Tasting”

Bourbon Barrell is a great brand, I absolutely love what they are doing with the blending and varieties they offer. It really offers a way to explore something very unique. Many of their offerings are finished whiskeys, see my post about finished whiskeys for more of a dive into that process. Essentially they were distilledContinue reading “Barrell Bourbon Blind Tasting”

This line up of whiskeys I would recommend as the level 1’s, they are lower proof, a lower price point and will be available at almost all local liquor stores or grocery stores. Looking into getting into whiskey? This is where I recommend you start to see what you like and dislike without spending aContinue reading “Level 1 Whiskey Tasting”

What is a Whiskey/ Bourbon tasting? Taking a few bottles of Whiskey 3-4 options is a great tasting Approx 1 oz pours Decide the theme of your tasting, are you comparing like proofs, comparable styles or a brand comparable. This is up to you, it could just that you got a few new bottles andContinue reading “Whiskey Tastings”