Image used with permission by copyright holderPeople say lots of things in life come in threes, but Tullamore D.E.W.’s latest release, Trilogy, is going to be the only thing anywhere remotely associated with threes that you’ll want in your life. Released earlier this year, Trilogy is a blend of all three styles of Irish whiskey—pot still, malt, and grain—which gives it a unique character from nose to finish. Not only are all three styles of Irish whiskey represented, but it also aged in three different types of barrels, greatly changing the flavor from what you might think of with another Irish whiskey. First, Trilogy does its time in ex-Bourbon casks. Next, it is transferred to Oloroso sherry butts before finally being put into rum casks which, according to Tullamore D.E.W. Brand Ambassador and pub historian Tim Herlihy, “delivers a richer, smoother, more complex whiskey with a full-bodied taste of fruit, nuts and spice, and a lingering creamy fudge flavor. The nose has a nutty oakiness and rich spice interlaced with a hint of tropical fruit.”
If that isn’t enough for you, Trilogy is Tullamore D.E.W.’s oldest member in their lineup, clocking in at fifteen years. This age, plus the triple barreled agin process just keep adding to the complexity that you’ll taste both on an initial sip and later on in your drinking experience.
Intended primarily as a sipping whiskey, Herlihy says that Trilogy will appeal to seasoned whiskey drinkers looking for something a little different when searching through the premium Irish whiskey category. If you don’t consider yourself one of them, there’s still hope. The aging in ex-bourbon and rum barrels imparts a sweetness and a richness that will bring the spirit closer to the palate of someone more used to drinking bourbon or rum.
Firestone Walker teases new film on pro female surfer
A top surfer on highs, lows, and mental health
Firestone Walker has been dabbling in the filmmaking world as of late. The west coast brewery, via its sporty 805 Beer label, just dropped a trailer for an upcoming film it created. Titled Making Waves, the movie spotlights pro surfer Lakey Peterson and the ups and down of her remarkable career chasing waves.
A bit of a comeback story, the film touches on Peterson just missing out on the cut for the Olympic surfing team. Her inspiring resilience is on full display and currently, the seventh ranked surfer in the circuit. The Santa Barbara native, now 30, has been a pro since 2012.
A cocktail to toast the Houston Rodeo from Beyoncé’s whisky brand
Welcome the 2025 Houston Rodeo with this honey, ginger, and whisky drink
With the 2025 Houston Rodeo on the cards for next month, rodeo fans are getting ready -- and preparing cocktails too. One on-theme suggestion comes from SirDavis, the whisky brand founded by Houston native Beyoncé, which has created an easy to mix drink that's perfect for enjoying the spectacle.
Combining classic flavors of whisky, lemon juice, and honey, then adding a good splash of ginger beer for length and flavor turns this from something heavily boozy to more of a casual, easy sipper that's good for a relaxed drink without too high ABV. And if you make the honey syrup in advance, you can whip up one of these drinks or even a batch of them quickly and easily.
Pick your preferred Margarita: spicy, sharp, caffeinated, or classic
There's a Margarita to suit every palate
This weekend sees National Margarita Day, and if you fancy raising a glass to this beloved cocktail then you've got plenty of options. You'll find Margaritas in both frozen and non-frozen versions, and if you've only ever had a happy hour pre-batched frozen Margarita from a machine in a dive bar, then it's well worth trying the non-frozen version. With quality spirits and fresh citrus juice, the drink is clear, classy, and perfectly balanced.
As for ingredients, practically anything goes here too. While Margaritas might vary with the fruits, garnishes, and even spirits that they use, with mezcal being a popular alternative to tequila, one thing that almost all Margarita variations have in common is the use of triple sec.
