Episode 45: Jameson Irish Whiskey

Episode 45 features Jameson Irish Whiskey, the number one selling Irish whiskey worldwide. Bottle used for the tasting is 200mL at 40% ABV, or 80 proof and came in a gift pack with two other 200ml bottles for $20.Enjoy this episode with some smooth Jameson neat!Jameson's official website: https://www.jamesonwhiskey.com/Brief Historical Timeline:1780 - Distillery founded at Bow St. in Dublin, Ireland by John Stein, cousin of John Jameson1785 - John Jameson becomes general manager of the distillery1805 - John Jameson buys the distillery and brings his son John Jameson II on to run the family business1810 - John Jameson & Sons is founded as a company1851 - John Jameson II turns the business over to his son John Jameson III1880s - Distillery is the largest in Ireland, covering 5 acres, employing 300, and producing 1 million gallons of whiskey a year1900s - A series of events leads to Irish Whiskey's decline1966 - Irish Distillers Ltd. is formed, with 3 of the 4 remaining Irish distillers, including John Jameson & Sons1988 - Pernod Ricard acquires Irish Distillers Ltd.1996 - 1 Million cases sold2010 - 3 million cases sold2019 - More than 8 million cases sold that yearKey Cocktails:Jameson is smooth, it's perfect neat. But, here's a way to mix it.Jameson, Ginger & Lime:1 part Jameson Irish Whiskey2 parts Ginger AleLime wedge Combine all the ingredients over ice in a glass, squeeze the lime wedge into the drink, then drop it in and serve.References:Wikipedia Article on JamesonScotchWhisky.com Whisky Heros - John JamesonWikipedia Article on the Irish War of IndependenceForbes Article on How Prohibition Nearly Destroyed JamesonForbes Article on How Jameson Will Continue to DominateStatista Jameson Global Sales VolumeYouTube Video of Jameson Distillery TourThe Spirits Business Jameson Brand HistoryWikipedia Article on Irish DistillersVinepair.com Article on 9 Things You Didn't Know About JamesonIrish Whiskey Museum Famous Figures of Irish Whiskey: John JamesonContact Information:Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.comJoin my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/Twitter: @LLConnoisseur