Spirits of Travel

Many are the countries that offer their very own fascinating & tasty distillations -- Scottish single malts, Mexico's tequila, Kentucky bourbon, habushu in Japan -- you name it. An intoxicating way of exploring the world! And of course most countries also have their own beers - often very distinctive indeed. We raise a glass to all of it here!

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The rum deals of Martinique

Martinique.orgThis island is known for its rhum agricole (accounting about 80 percent of its production of rum), made directly from sugarcane juice. You can enjoy tours, tastings and a look at rum paraphernalia/lore at three of the island´s top distilleries, Habitation Clément, La Favorite (one of the oldest on the island, dating back to 1842 and still operating partly via steam engines), and Distillerie J.M. read post

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What is a single-malt whisky? Plus some prime examples

Dylan de Jonge Few spirits have captured the hearts and palates of spirits enthusiasts quite like whisky, a sophisticated elixir born from the perfect blend of time-honored tradition, premium ingredients, and meticulous craftsmanship. Distilled in Scotland and Ireland since at least the 15th century, single malt is now also produced in more than two dozen other countries, even including the likes of Brazil, Lebanon, Pakistan, South Africa, and Taiwan. Whisky is also widely available…

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A quick guide to the 6 types of Tequila

Tequila is a distilled mezcal (meaning one of any kind of spirits made from a cactuslike plant of Mexico's western Jalisco state called the blue agave). Predated by also-agave-derived pulque - distilled for thousands of years during pre-Columbian times - tequila was created in the mid-17th century in the town after which it it is named, These days it is counted as among the world's top five most popular spirits, and can be be consumed straight up, on the rocks, or in a mixed drink. It's…

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A potent potion which figures prominently in the Galician culture of Spain

Juan Salmoral This flaming queimada is made from locally brewed aguardente (firewater). Read more here.

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Portugal Dream Coast May 30, 2011 at 3:25pm

The 27th Edition of Festroia – International Film Festival Setúbal will be from June 3rd till 12th, with 180 movies from 40 countries. With international recognition, Festróia is present in the prestigious Annual Calendar of FIAPF (Fédération Internationale des Associations de Producteurs de Films). During 9 days, the festival promises to visitors of Setúbal high quality movies. With international recognition has several worldwide releases. More info .
Darryl Musick May 8, 2011 at 9:16pm

David, you bet! New drink to me, it's definitely going in the "keeper" pile of my drink recipes.
David Lawrence May 8, 2011 at 9:10pm

I can drink a lot of Caipirinhas Darryl. The damage mounts up because the drink is so good.
Mark Gillespie May 8, 2011 at 6:24pm

This week's WhiskyCast features an Irish whiskey experience with new whiskies from Irish Distillers, a visit to the Old Jameson Distillery in Dublin, and a chat with the owner of one of Dublin's oldest whiskey bars. http://www.whiskycast.com
Darryl Musick May 8, 2011 at 6:12pm

Taking a turn into new territory today on the Cocktail Hour at The World on Wheels. Until this week, I'd never heard of it, but it's Brazil's national drink. It's also very good...the Caipirinha: http://tinyurl.com/3z6wpsa

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…
Darryl Musick May 1, 2011 at 5:12pm

On today's Cocktail Hour at The World on Wheels...short, simple, sweet, and delicioius - it's the Cranberry Margarita: http://tinyurl.com/3rnlsos

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…
Hoang Chuyen March 29, 2011 at 6:36am

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Darryl Musick March 20, 2011 at 5:39pm

Is this the best white wine we'll taste this year? Find out as we do a wine tasting on The Cocktail Hour, today at The World on Wheels: http://tinyurl.com/4azbmay

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…