What is Cachaca?
Travel Distilled explains what Cachaca is, the history of this Brazilian spirit, how and where it’s made, how to drink it and its use in cocktails and cooking.
Mike Gerrard
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What is Chartreuse?
Travel Distilled explains what Chartreuse is, the history of this French liqueur, how and where it’s made, how to drink it and its use in cocktails and cooking.
What is Cointreau?
Travel Distilled explains what Cointreau is, the history or this French spirit, how and where it is made, how to drink it and its use in cocktails and cooking.
What is Slivovitz?
Travel Distilled explains what slivovitz is, the plum brandy from Eastern Europe, what its history is, its varieties, production process, and flavor profile.
What is Soju?
Travel Distilled explains what the Korean spirit soju is, what is its history, how is it made, what are the varieties of soju, and how is it served.
What is Baijiu?
Travel Distilled explains what the Chinese spirit Baijiu is, its history, how it’s made, its cultural significance, its styles, and its rituals and traditions.
What is Sake?
Travel Distilled explains what the Japanese drink sake is, its history, how it’s made, its serving rituals, cultural significance, and more.
What is Pastis?
Travel Distilled explains what the French drink pastis is, where it comes from, how it’s made, and its cultural significance.
What Is Calvados?
Travel Distilled explains what Calvados is, with notes on its history, production process and use in cooking.
Moroccan Tonic
Travel Distilled samples Wildleaf Tonic and other mixers inspired by the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.