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Sip On Freelands Spirits Bourbon Whiskey as You Prepare for Award Season Next Year

Sip On Freelands Spirits Bourbon Whiskey as You Prepare for Award Season Next Year 0

With New Years Eve less than a month away, Hollywood’s busiest season is now approaching. What movies are you most looking forward to seeing at the award ceremonies? If you haven’t seen them all yet, prepare your next evening adventure to watch Knives Out, Frozen 2, Star Wars, Cats and other Oscar-worthy delights while sipping on some of Cask Cartel’s top spirits of 2019! Now featured in Rolling Stone, Men’s Journal and US Weekly, Cask Cartel is considered the Amazon of fine spirits and Hollywood’s most trusted online premium liquor marketplace. Check out what the celebrities are drinking this holiday season at Cask Cartel. With CaskCartel.com’s release of their 2019 Holiday Gift Guide, enjoy convenient and mobile-friendly online ordering of this year’s must-try liquors and get guaranteed doorstep delivery just in time for your next movie night.


Freeland Spirits Bourbon

Knives Out is an ode to old murder-mystery and best enjoyed alongside Freeland Spirits Bourbon. Crafted by Portland’s all-female distillery, Freeland, this aromatic bourbon is filled with homage to the South with compellingly soft caramel, vanilla and spice tasting notes. Distilled in charred American oak barrels, the lingering and velvety finish adds a note of mysterious joy to any palate. Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas and Jamie Lee Curtis all star in this blockbuster hit that will be sure to keep you thinking. Don’t miss your chance to make your movie night a touch more thematic with CaskCartel.com.

Puerto De Indias Strawberry Gin

Whether you’re seeing Frozen 2 or Cats, Puerto De Indias Strawberry Gin’s light palate will make your evening colorful and filled with magic. This strawberry-flavoured gin is from Seville's Puerto de Indias, made using only the freshest Spanish strawberries. Light and sweet, this strawberry gin is delicious on its own, or adds a fruity touch to any gin cocktail. Feel refreshed watching the colder scenes of Frozen 2 with Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel; or feel giddy as you watch Taylor Swift, Rebel Wilson and Ian McKellen in Cats bring the theatre to the big screen. The tasting notes provide a soft touch of liquorice and a sweet, wild flavour of strawberry and juniper followed by a dry and fresh finish. Whether you’re taking the kids or going on date night, CaskCartel.com adds a touch of adult to any child-loved film.

Zodiac Black Cherry Vodka

 

        

Feel galactic as you watch the latest Star Wars with Zodiac Black Cherry Vodka. This handcrafted potato vodka is blended with bold natural cherry flavor using 100% locally sourced ingredients. Just like Star Wars is timeless because of undeniable quality. Try this Black Cherry Vodka and taste the difference of a well-crafted liquor. Pay homage to the original trilogy with archived footage of Carrie Fisher and watch Mark Hamill alongside the newer Star Wars faces like Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver. Zodiac Black Cherry is gluten-free and American-made from farm to bottle, serving a gentle sweet black cherry palate with a perfectly heated finish. With a name like Zodiac, your favorite Star Wars characters won’t be the only people feeling extraterrestrial as you watch them on screen. Nab this must-have bottle today with easy online ordering at CaskCartel.com.

While the holidays are quickly approaching, it’s also time for movie nights and dinner dates as you take a break from all your planning. Get ready for the award season with Cask Cartel. Order your movie night liquors while finishing your holiday shopping, all delivered with doorstep delivery. As Hollywood’s most trusted premium online spirits marketplace, enjoy convenient online shopping of all your must-try bottles as you prepare for the upcoming award ceremonies. Keep up your go-to bottles and exclusive batched finds in stock with CaskCartel.com.

Three Whiskeys to Get You Through the Changing Seasons

Three Whiskeys to Get You Through the Changing Seasons 0

Though many of us may be hanging on, pretending that it's still summer, it's time to face facts - fall is here. Whether you've packed away your tank tops and shorts or if you're the type of person to dress for June until you start to get funny looks, eventually we all must concede that the season is changing. Stand strong, Flip Flop Warrior, you’ll be the one to judge when it’s freezing out. Not to fear, though - Cask Cartel has got you covered for premium booze all year round. Check out these three whiskeys that are perfect for the changing of the season.

 

Backwoods Pecan Whiskey

 

 

What could be more appropriate to open our list of autumnal whiskeys than a classic American whiskey flavored with the alluring aroma and flavor of pecans? Aged for 7 years in American oak barrels, Backwoods Pecan Whiskey is a perfect flavored whiskey for fall-themed cocktails. We're a few months away from November yet, so pick up a bottle of this smokey, nutty whiskey and pave the way for the pecan pie yet to come. For some of us, the holidays can’t get here fast enough, so this is a great way to get your fix before the holidays get here. 

 

Caribou Crossing Single Barrel Canadian Whisky

 

 

Continuing down the path of changing leaves, chilly evenings and rides in the hay wagon, Caribou Crossing Single Barrel Canadian Whisky calls to the wild before you even open it - they put a caribou right on top of the bottle! Proving once again that our friends to the north really know what they're doing when it comes to whiskey, Caribou Crossing has imbued this spirit with a subtly fruity aroma with notes of orange caramel, giving way to a palette full of rye spice and toasted marshmallow. The bottle is a showpiece, perfect for pulling out at the end of the night for a round on the rocks.

 

Iron Smoke Casket Strength Straight Bourbon

 

 

Fall is a time for spooky stuff - we start ramping up the ghouls and goblins right around this time of year, building toward peak creep-factor on Halloween at the end of October. In that (haunted) spirit, we present Iron Smoke Casket Strength Straight Bourbon, an award-winning American Bourbon that comes in a bottle emblazoned with a cool skull guy smoking a pipe. Packing a powerful aroma of vanilla and western herbs with thick flavors of spice, tobacco and pecan pie, Iron Smoke Casket Strength is all about coming on strong.

 

It’s never a bad time for whiskey, but something about the falling leaves and crispness of the air lends itself to a snifter in the hand. Whether you're raking up leaves (or jumping into the piles), checking out the evening's football game or putting together junior's costume for All Hallows Eve, you can't go wrong with one of these whiskeys from Cask Cartel. Check out CaskCartel.com, the leader in premium spirits delivered straight to your door.

Bold Tasting Liquors to Try This Fall

Bold Tasting Liquors to Try This Fall 0

As the warmer months slowly draw to a close, the nights get colder and the reasons to drink bolder flavors heat up. Whether on your last camping trip of the summer, having a barbecue with friends, or settling in for a movie night; these three liquors give a warming feel with each sip. While summer is hot and refreshing drinks are not only needed, they are necessary. Try these three liquors to cushion the blow of that fall crisp feeling that starting to settle in.


Kirk and Sweeney 23 Year Old Dominican Rum

 


To keep the feeling of summer perfectly captured, try Kirk and Sweeney 23 Year Old Dominican Rum first and foremost. Rum is a perfect interlude of summer island breezes, but with the distinct flavor of this rum, it is a perfect bridge to fall. After being aged for 23 years in American oak casks, this rum presents a taste of dry fruits, hints of honey and the raw sugarcane it was made with. With its well balanced finish, it is a perfect transition to enjoy after sipping on light, easy drinks in the hot months of summer.


Knob Creek Smoked Maple Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon

 


As fall sets in more firmly, maybe after summer’s final Labor Day fling, try Knob Creek Smoked Maple Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon for a smooth transition to the colder months. This bourbon is full-bodied, unlike the cans of White Claw, Budweiser and light mixed drinks that were recycled over summer. Knob Creek offers consistent rich flavors with this small batch, holding smokey maples tasting notes with a slight sweet and smokey finish. It is a perfect liquor to enjoy as your taste buds turn to home-cooked meals and cozy evening.


Widow Jane 10 Year Old Single Barrel Kentucky Bourbon


The final bottle to end your entrance to fall is Widow Jane 10 Year Old Single Barrel Kentucky Bourbon. This signature bourbon is award-winning, a blend of some of the finest whiskeys produced throughout the United States. Its honey and cherry wood palette finishes smoothly with a charred, citrus and spicy end. It is a perfect taste to celebrate the fall months of relaxation and preparation for the winter. 


While summer offers long days in the sun, fall gives a grounding feeling as the colder months approach. Give yourself an easy way to enjoy the change of seasons by complimenting your palette with some fall-driven tastes. These liquors are rich in flavor, prompting better tasting notes and an ease to do so as the days cool off sooner. Enjoy these bottles for an experience of the seasons changing.

About Cask Cartel

Cask Cartel has become the greatest online marketplace for premium spirits.  The company prides itself by operating with decades of customer service experience and a team of top tier individuals prized within the alcohol beverage industry. Cask Cartel has extensive partners and relationships with Producers, Brands and the Local Retailers which grant consumers online access to new arrivals, limited productions and allocated items. Their E-Premise Marketplace transforms the way premium spirits are shipped sold and fulfilled by combining a network of the largest range of liquor selections available online.

 

Whiskeys and Films Go Hand-in-Hand for Your Next Night In

Whiskeys and Films Go Hand-in-Hand for Your Next Night In 1

Whiskeys and films go hand-in-hand - they’re easy to watch, much like a good, genuine whiskey is easy to sip on. Whiskey is thematic in nature, they aim to hit your palette with a taste you can feel. In fact, a lot of major beer, liquor and wine companies regularly appear in cinematic films. Here’s a list of some whiskeys that made a pointed appearance in some movies we all love-- and if you haven’t seen one on this list, maybe give it a watch while enjoying their featured whiskey? 


LOST IN TRANSLATION (2003) - Suntory Hibiki Japanese Harmony

 

Bill Murray is a classic, and so is the Suntory Hibiki Japanese Harmony that was featured in Lost in Translation. It’s lifted fruitiness is easy to enjoy while watching a classic film. This movie is a film for lovers, and the couple in the plot line meet in Tokyo, a place of culture, taste and history. Just like the whiskey featured in this film, Japanese taste is fine, sweet and easy to sip on or watch with someone during an evening in.

 

SKYFALL (2012) - Macallan 18

 

 

Just like The Macallan 18 Years Old Triple Cask Single Malt, Skyfall is seductive and James Bond is always a classic. Who doesn’t love a good English drama? Macallan 18 maintains a full-bodied taste, from hand-picked sherry oak casks, giving deep taste notes in each sip. Whether you’re watching Skyfall or just listening to Adele’s amazing feature song, titled Skyfall from this film, drink some Macallan 18 to give your senses a full experience. This is a promise, it won’t disappoint.


TRUE GRIT (2010) - High West Rendezvous Rye

Like all good whiskey, some just need to keep that American taste in mind. True Grit is a great film to enjoy with its featured liquor, High West Rendezvous Rye. True Grit a great film to encounter when you’re feeling the vibes of desert, country landscapes and quiet, ominous tones. This rye gives you taste notes that are truly gritty, best served neat or on the rocks.

While you may have seen these films, much like new-age art is accompanied by music: sometimes movies are best accompanied by a good drink to sip on. Give these films a review if you’ve seen them before with a better intent to engross yourself in taste and story lines. If you haven’t seen one of these films, welcome yourself to the best enjoyment you could have by watching one while you sip a thematic drink alongside.

About Cask Cartel

Cask Cartel has become the greatest online marketplace for premium spirits.  The company prides itself by operating with decades of customer service experience and a team of top tier individuals prized within the alcohol beverage industry. Cask Cartel has extensive partners and relationships with Producers, Brands and the Local Retailers which grant consumers online access to new arrivals, limited productions and allocated items. Their E-Premise Marketplace transforms the way premium spirits are shipped sold and fulfilled by combining a network of the largest range of liquor selections available online.

The Rise of Rye - 5 Great Rye Whiskeys for Summer

The Rise of Rye - 5 Great Rye Whiskeys for Summer 0

For many years, bourbon has been America's choice of Whiskey. Corn, the principal ingredient in bourbon mash, is both inexpensive and plentiful, assuring a steady supply of Kentucky bourbon to the people. Little known fact, though - prior to US government subsidization of corn during the first and second world wars, rye whiskey was the spirit of choice in America. In fact, many popular cocktail recipes like the whiskey sour were actually converted from rye to bourbon as bourbon's popularity continued to rise. Cask Cartel offers a wide selection of rye whiskeys from around the world.


For the past few years, American rye whiskey has seen a bit of a renaissance, and Cask Cartel offers a wide selection of ryes from around the world. Mixologists and bartenders are incorporating bourbon's spicier, dryer cousin into a new generation of rye cocktails, and the spirit has also gained popularity straight up or on the rocks as a sipping whiskey. To get a handle on this oft-misunderstood spirit, we must first understand the difference between rye and bourbon.


Differentiating between different types of whiskey almost always comes down to the same thing - what’s in the mash? Mash is the blend of grains that compose the main ingredient in whiskey. These grains are heated and various methods are used to encourage the breakdown of starches into sugars, all of which are part of the fermentation process. When it comes to bourbon, corn is the main ingredient in the mash. For a whiskey to be legally considered bourbon in the United States, the mash must contain at least 51% corn.

 

Rye, on the other hand, fittingly enough uses a grain called rye (the same grain used to create rye bread), and, rye mash must legally contain at least 51% rye grain.


Scientific details are great and all, but what about the thing most of us care about - taste? As we know, the whiskey flavor palette ranges all over the place, but generally rye whiskey presents a drier, spicier alternative to the inherent sweetness of bourbon. Try switching out your favorite bourbon-based cocktails recipes for one of these great rye whiskeys and you will not be disappointed.


Pendleton 1910 Canadian Rye Whiskey

Named to commemorate the first year of the famous Pendleton Roundup Rodeo, Pendleton 1910 Canadian Rye Whiskey is a unique rye whiskey that features a rare 100% rye grain mash. Aged for a minimum of 12 years, Hood River Distillers brings us a spicy, peppery whiskey with lots of heat and notes of tobacco, oak and butterscotch. From its name and history to the saddle tooling and bucking horse on the label, this rye is all about the rodeo.


High West Yippee Ki-Yay Whisky

Speaking of bucking horses, High West Yippee Ki-Yay Whisky is another bottle with a rodeo-centric label. This blend of straight rye whiskeys is unique, setting itself from the pack by aging fine rye whiskey in barrels that formerly housed vermouth and syrah wine. When these aged whiskeys are blended together, something entirely new is created, with cinnamon and cherry flavors leading the way into a spicy berry finish that’s great for sipping.


Rebel Yell Rye Whiskey Small Batch

A straight rye whiskey with enough moxy to hold up to even the most stringent classic cocktails, Rebel Yell Rye Whiskey Small Batch is made in limited quantities to assure you’re getting the most consistent experience every time. A sweet chocolate nose gives way to flavors of mild flavors of wood and a surprisingly sweet and spicy palette with a warm finish. As unpretentious as it gets, Rebel Yell is a classic American Rye.



Bob Dylan | Heaven's Door Straight Rye Whiskey

When MGP partnered with Bob Dylan to create Heaven's Door Straight Rye Whiskey, they decided to try and create something unique in the whiskey world - a straight rye whiskey finished in toasted oak cigar barrels that were air-dried in the low-lying Vosges region of France. This proprietary finishing process results in a smooth, spicy rye with notes of wheat, nutmeg and hay. This rye can take you right up to Heaven’s Door, but it’s up to you to knock.


Bulleit Straight Rye Mash Whiskey

Experts call this a “high-rye” whiskey, but that’s an understatement - with a 95% rye to 5% barley mixture, Bulleit Straight Rye Mash Whiskey is just about as rye heavy as it gets. But don’t be fooled - it’s actually the top-secret, proprietary yeast strain that Bulleit uses to ferment their whiskeys that gives this rye its unique character. Look for an exceptionally long, smooth finish, preceded by a flavor profile rich in vanilla and tobacco notes.

 

Following whiskey trends can be just like following music - sometimes you’re into the flavor of the month, sometimes you want an old classic. With this list of outstanding rye whiskeys, you summer cocktail playlist will keep you nodding your head, tapping your toes, and sipping from your glass all summer long.