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During the reign of Tsar Peter the Great, it was customary for foreign dignitaries to drink from the “Cup of the White Eagle”, a chalice containing 1.5 litres of vodka – so many nations’ ambassadors travelled in pairs, with one official drinking the vodka, and the other discussing state issues

20 Facts About Your Favorite Liquors

Jack Sparrow has his rum, Ron Burgundy has his scotch, and you probably have your own favorite liquor, too. But how much do you know about your beverage of choice from that magical shelf behind the bar?

Whether you’re a whiskey connoisseur or just a gin enthusiast, it’s always good to keep a few little-known facts under your belt, because you never know when the right piece of trivia will come in handy. After all, if you can’t do a magic trick, you might as well dazzle your drinking partners with your knowledge of good spirits.

With that in mind, here are 20 things you might not know about the most popular types of liquor.

BOURBON

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In 1964, the U.S. Congress recognized bourbon as a “distinctive product of the United St… Continue Reading (5 minute read)

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