With the rise of independent distilleries and specialty cocktail bars, it's safe to say that whiskey is having a moment. But for many curious tasters and adventurous drinkers, there’s still a lot of mystery surrounding whiskey and its incarnations.

In our latest Please Explain, Heather Greene, whiskey sommelier and author of Whiskey Distilled: A Populist Guide to the Water of Life, talks about the history, and the many cultural variations of whiskey, along with tips on tasting, pairing and serving suggestions. Dr. Renee Hernandez, owner of Tirado Distillery in the Bronx, will also be joining us to talk about all that’s involved in making his "NY Corn Whiskey.” 

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