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Reading the newsletter from last month I saw that a raffle was being done to support Kristy's team in the MND Triple Crown.

I never much pay attention to prizes as I don't think I have won any so I was surprised to find a message a little later from her saying I had won something.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of and efforts of I came home from Texas to find this waiting for me. I thought it deserved a bit of pomp &/or circumstance for the unveiling.

The Glenmorangie 25 yr The Altus, a blend of designer bourbon casks with just a sprinkling of Madeira Cask finish, a nod to the original Madeira Woid Finish 30 years ago.

I will follow up when I get to crack this open with some company to share it as it deserves.

Though the raffle is over please check out https://justgiving.com/campaign/triplecrown26 and https://www.myname5doddie.co.uk/ and continue the generosity this whisky community keeps finding a way to surpass.

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Getting to enjoy the Texas evening at the . I was lucky enough to be gifted this sample of the latest Stagg single barrel from . Despite the big proof the flavors are honey and spice, almost reminding me of a cask strength version of the classic Buffalo Trace bourbon profile.
Another gift is from Don Williams, the , a aged cigar, a new edition to their lineup. Deep flavors but lightened with a creamy undertone that changes the chocolate to Tootsie Roll and the leathers to a worn patina.
Very big thank yous to both Don and Brooke for the gifts.

Proof is the measure of the percentage of alcohol in a solution by volume.
To be Proofed is to be brought to a standard and tested to verify.
TheProof is a whiskey, spirts, and hospitality education and consulting company.

Today, we relaunch offering online and in person Certifications from and this summer will add one from . You can also find where I am teaching for and .

The core offering is an accessible online hybrid program that meets 1x weekly for 2 hours online. This Enhanced Self Study Online Cohort (ESSOC) will allow you to study sections on your schedule and then meet together to discuss, ask questions, and grow community along the way.

Our Community page will be up later this year allowing long term interaction between students to further grow the whiskey community.

I sincerely hope you join us.

Registration for all ESSOC classes for 2026 are now LIVE and Certifications in Scotch and American Single Malt start the first week of April.
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Amazing night at with .

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Great night of whisky at Best Kept Secret Speakeasy tonight with Diageo and Steven Yamada.

The classsics never go out of style.

Check out this opportunity for a chance to get a special selection experience.

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One of my favorite things to do on my trips to Texas teaching new Sommeliers is visiting .

Getting to see their journey and how much they have grown and matured and innovate. From their Bottled in Bond to their new Cigar Malt partnership with , there is genuinely something for everyone.

I'm not saying this because I invested in them...I invested in them because I believe what I'm telling you. (See last Pic and find my name.)

Wonderful event tonight at with with and

Since the 12yr Doublewood was my first Scotch it will always hold a special place in my heart but the other offerings aren't far behind.

What tonight showed is really important for consumers to know. Show up.

Even if ypu know the brands and especially if ypu don't. Events like these are a great and economical way to explore and learn new things and the more brands see a customer base engaged and attending the more they know to pay attention to your area. Its how you see more events and more offerings at your local shops, bars, and restaurants.

So show up, have fun, and enjoy yourself.

One of the best Irish pubs in Michigan, always has the best food and Irish Whiskey. A Kilkenny Irish Nitro Cream Ale with John Lane and an Irish Coffee with for a nightcap. Merry Christmas indeed.

What an absurdly lovely evening with and of here in Detroit.

We are just starting the Detroit chapter, and this was our first guest presenter. We are so thankful to Dan for coming to see us and for sponsoring this 18-day tour he is currently on.

Thank you to everyone who came out, and please feel free to reach out to us with any questions. We hope you join us for our next event as well.