Trivia, Myths & History

Trivia, Myths & History

The Truth About Whiskey and Gunpowder

Learn how to taste, collect, and enjoy whiskey with purpose. This guide strips away the noise so you can drink smarter and build real confidence.

Trivia, Myths & History

The First Whiskey Distillery Ever (And What Happened to It)

Discover the surprising roots of whiskey at the world’s first licensed distillery—perfect for new collectors and curious tasters alike.

Trivia, Myths & History

Why Some Countries Add an ‘E’ and Others Don’t

Why do some bottles say “whiskey” and others “whisky”? Learn what that one letter reveals—and how it can guide smarter sipping.

Trivia, Myths & History

The Role of Women in Whiskey History

Discover the untold role of women in whiskey—why their craft, instincts, and legacy matter if you're serious about tasting and collecting better.

Trivia, Myths & History

What Caused the Great Whiskey Rebellion?

Discover the roots of the Great Whiskey Rebellion and how this fiery protest still shapes what you sip, collect, and taste in whiskey today.

Trivia, Myths & History

How Whiskey Helped Fund the American Revolution

Discover how whiskey fueled the American Revolution—and why knowing its rebel roots helps you drink, collect, and appreciate with confidence.

Trivia, Myths & History

The Legend of the Angel’s Share

Discover how the angel’s share shapes whiskey’s soul—and how understanding it can sharpen your palate, your collection, and your confidence.

Trivia, Myths & History

Did Cowboys Really Drink Whiskey Like in the Movies?

Think cowboys drank good whiskey? Think again. Learn how to taste, collect, and enjoy whiskey with real confidence—no myths, no costumes.

Trivia, Myths & History

What Whiskey Did Winston Churchill Drink?

Discover what whiskey Winston Churchill drank—and why it matters for beginners learning to taste, choose, and drink whiskey with confidence.

Trivia, Myths & History

The Story Behind Jack Daniel’s Slave-Taught Distiller

An enslaved distiller shaped Tennessee whiskey. Learn why that legacy deepens how you taste, collect, and appreciate every bottle.

Trivia, Myths & History

Was Whiskey Really Medicine During Prohibition?

Whiskey survived Prohibition as medicine. Learn the loophole that kept it legal—and why it still matters to collectors today.

Trivia, Myths & History

The Real Origin of the Word “Whiskey”

Discover the deep meaning behind the word “whiskey” and how it can elevate your tasting, collecting, and appreciation of every pour.