I drink to Boston

This week, I want to write about #boston and the terrible events at the Boston Marathon. It got me thinking about this city and how much I love going there.  I'm a big fan of Boston. I go there twice a year. It's like going to the cottage. Plus, I'm a runner. So, the whole story has a special meaning to me. But, today it's not about weeping. It's about supporting the people of Boston. It's about telling them that I will visit again and again. I'm not surprised about Bostonian's reaction. It’s good to see them strong and looking ahead. I'll drink to that ...with a Whiskey!

As you know by now, Minou is a big fan of American whiskey, especially rare out-of-the-ordinary type of whiskey. Last time I went, I brought back a bottle of white whisky from the Bully Boy Distillers. I love their logo, super slick. I'll visit next time for sure.  They also have vodka and rum. The white whiskey I brought back is in fact Moonshine. For those who don't know what a Moonshine is, here is a crash course. Moonshine is the illegal "spirit" people produced during prohibition. Moonshine because they usually manufactured it at night, by the moonlight (how romantic). Also because its crystal clear. It has not been aged. Today, distilleries sell high quality moonshine, like Will and Dave Willis of the Bully Boy Distillers. Though, I have to say, not all moonshines are good. In fact, some taste like crap and are really disgusting, but it’s just me. Unfortunately, I don't have the tasting notes for the Bully Boy's White Whiskey and honestly, I don't know if I will ever have a mini from Minou. He might just drink it all in two days. 

There is another interesting micro-distillery in Massachusetts: The Triple Eight Distillery. The marketing girl in me would like to say how ugly the website is, but the whiskey is way better. Praised by many. Well, for the one who actually did taste it because like Minou says, it’s the St-Graal. Everything about this whiskey is intriguing. First, hard to find. Second, its made on a tiny island call Nantucket on the other side of Cape Cod Bay and the water they use seems to be “special”. They make rum and vodka as well. Always, in small batches. Our search for the Notch Whiskey is still going on. A rare single malt, aged five years. Again, no tasting notes, but like Bon Jovi once said: we Keep the Faith. 

Sláinte Boston !