WhiskyRaj
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WhiskyRaj
@whiskyraj.bsky.social
Spirits Seeker and Purveyor - Amrut, Bimber, Blackadder, Claxton's, Drouet, Mahon Gin, Rest & Be Thankful, Dram Hunter, Rhumb Runner. WSET Spirits Level 3, Whisky Ambassador, Spirits Educator. www.GlassRev.com
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"He's not a criminal. I mean, he breaks the law occasionally. He gets extravagant gifts and returns favors in exchange. He threatens his enemies with physical violence. But I guess... Well I guess he does sound like a criminal when you actually think about it."

- Tucker Carlson
June 11, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Congratulations to Amrut Distilleries for their Cask Strength Peated Indian Single Malt Whisky being awarded best Indian Single Malt.
At 62.8% ABV, it is delightful

www.etnownews.com/et-now-luxe/...
Amrut strikes gold again: Crowned 'Best Indian Single Malt' at World Whiskies Awards!
Amrut Peated Cask Strength has been crowned Best Indian Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards 2025, reaffirming its global excellence. This bold, high-proof whisky masterfully blends rich smokiness...
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March 28, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Congratulations to Amrut Distilleries on their Whiskies of the World Award for best Indian Single Malt. For their Cask Strength Peated Malt Whisky
March 28, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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I would like to nominate Maxwell Smart for national security advisor.
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March 25, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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“Upon Musk’s request, Young procured a massive TV for Musk’s office in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building so he could play video games, according to a person familiar with the situation granted anonymity to speak freely.”
In West Wing Playbook today, we recount the extraordinary two-day testimony of CFPB operations chief Adam Martinez, who provided the most detailed look yet at DOGE’s takeover and attempted dismantling of a federal agency.

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March 12, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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The "my mom hasn't gotten a Social Security check in seven weeks, my cousin lost his job at the VA, and my neighbor's kid's cancer drug trial was cancelled right before the treatment went live" voter is the 2026 voter the Dems need to be laying the groundwork for landing right now.
March 7, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Hi, Canada has entered the chat.

Some facts:

Our lowest income tax rate is 15%.
Our median rate is 20.5%.

We pay fewer taxes than the USA.

We get medical coverage for them.
We have higher life expectancy.
We have less crime.
We have more personal freedoms.
We have more personal safety.
Leavitt: "He feels strongly that it would be very beneficial for the Canadian people to be the 51st state of the United States."
March 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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Of note... This is NOT @theonion.com or @thedailyshow.com
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BREAKING NEWS: Canadian Premier Wab Kinew of Manitoba MOCKS Trump by signing a “beautiful” order that officially removes ALL American liquor from Canadian stores in his province.

Donald Trump just caused massive economic damage to our country. How sad and embarrassing.
March 5, 2025 at 11:20 PM
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You know you've kicked the hornet nest when this is found in Alberta.
Graffiti beneath Calgary’ Centre Street bridge. #yyc
March 5, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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This is not the first time an Administration overreached by trying to gut Social Security offices and staff. The Reagan Administration faced incredible political blowback when it did. Shall we take a look at the history? 🧵
February 27, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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In 1923 Adolf Hitler incited an insurrection against the German government.

He was tried, given a slap on the wrist, and became a convicted felon. Despite being treated charitably by the judge, Hitler claimed the trial was political persecution and successfully portrayed himself as a victim of /1
January 24, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Paper drinking straws mean freedom and democracy (1944). If you want to go back in time to when America "great," it means paper drinking straws. That's the deal.
February 11, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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'Nice Beaver', as they say in Canada.
February 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Americans, you'd better not let this wannabe dictatorship consolidate power. If this is your level of cluelessness you simply aren't prepared to resist a real dictatorship.
Dear workers who have not previously organized in a hostile workplace:

1) Do not use your company's messaging system to talk to your coworkers
2) Do not use company hardware (laptops, phones) to talk to your coworkers.
3) Do not sign up to receive organizing msgs with your company email address
February 7, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Cc: senate democratic v leaders
The Congressional Research Service is telling Congress that Trump cannot shut down US AID. Will they - and more specifically Republicans - listen, and act?https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/IN/IN12500
February 7, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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This week's WhiskyCast has the latest on the U.S. tariffs targeting Canada and Mexico, and our In-Depth interview is with Andy Pope of the James Beard Awards-nominated The Bar at Willett... #whisky #podcast

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The Bar at Willett: More Than Just a Bar - WhiskyCast
The Bar at Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky serves up more than just neat pours and classic cocktails. It’s also a gourmet-quality restaurant, as
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February 3, 2025 at 12:03 AM
British Columbia Liquor Control board will no longer sell product made in Republican Governed States.
Ontario will most likely follow.

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February 2, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Remember those goons from grade school? The ignorant bullies, all fists and insults, who never paid attention or passed a test but somehow managed to get advanced because they were on the football team or their dad was rich?

Congratulations, America, you put those meatheads in charge.
January 29, 2025 at 4:13 PM
TTB issues new fill size standards for wine and distilled spirits.
Effective January 10, 2025 Distilled Spirits may now be bottled in 187, 250, 331, 350, 355, 475, 500, 570, 700, 710, 945 ml, and 1.5,2,3 and 3.75 liters.
Great news
January 28, 2025 at 1:17 PM
For all you Canuks out there sharing this quiz from University of Toronto - how many "Canadian" terms do you know?

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From ‘Rink Rats’ to ‘Bunny Hugs’ - University of Toronto Magazine
How well do you know Canadian words? Read More
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January 25, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Diageo is reported to be exploring a potential spin-off or sale of Guinness, in what would be the biggest corporate change for the Irish beer brand since it was merged with Grand Metropolitan in 1997 www.independent.ie/business/dia...
Diageo said to be exploring a potential spin-off or sale of Guinness
Diageo is reported to be exploring a potential spin-off or sale of Guinness, in what would be the biggest corporate change for the Irish beer brand since it was merged with Grand Metropolitan in 1997.
www.independent.ie
January 24, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Dems would get much more traction finding and promoting people saying what they know and experience.

What has more impact, This man speaking his mind or the Dems speaking “in unison “ ?
You guys need to see this and take it in…

Wise words from someone who is a target. And he’s been listening.
January 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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“Terrible things are happening outside. Poor helpless people are being dragged out of their homes. Families are torn apart. Men, women, and children are separated. Children come home from school to find that their parents have disappeared.”

Diary of Anne Frank
January 13, 1943
January 24, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Have you ever seen the other person smile like that? This Candidate exudes joy, exuberance, and trust.
If the electoral system was based on the popular vote KH would win, as would have the majority of Democratic candidates.
August 24, 2024 at 12:10 AM