99 Drams of Whiskey Quotes

“The farmers of western Pennsylvania laid the foundation of the American whiskey industry.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“There are two things that a woman from Kentucky knows. The first is horses. The second, how to drink bourbon.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“Bourbons sell their southern heritage. Scotches sell their dominance and their place as market leaders. Irish whiskeys seem charming and an exotic alternative to the dominant Scotch whiskey. What does Canadian whiskey have?”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“And oh, what a distillery! It was cold, full of cobwebs, with small pockets of activity taking place, as limited production was ongoing. It was more of an archaeological site than a place of business. In other words, it was fantastic.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“Often when legends are written, the rowdy and rebellious get better press.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“Drinking whiskey is not about impressing others. It’s about enjoying yourself. And while an educated palate may help increase one’s exploration of whiskey, it is not a requirement.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“It’s not a coincidence that whiskey most often comes from countries with a strong beer/ale culture.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“Whiskey is made from water, a grain, and yeast.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

“Whiskey is many things to many people, but at the very root of its popularity lies the story.”
― Kate Hopkins, 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink