Category Archives: Whiskey Social

Social engagement or media involving whiskey.

BWG’s Father’s Day Gift Guide

Posted on June 15, 2015 by buffalowhiskeyguild

They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. This theory is just partly true. To reach the complex, muntifaceted modern man’s heart, his significant other must know the ins and outs of his hobbies, his wish-lists … Continue reading →

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Allen Burger Venture

Posted on March 30, 2015 by buffalowhiskeyguild

Allen Burger Venture (ABV) is Mike Shatzle’s (Blue Monk, Coles, Moor Pat) latest endeavor. Located in the heart of the Allentown district of Buffalo, ABV is a first-rate example of modern-style restaurant and bar. It’s harmonious, yet anomalous among the … Continue reading →

Posted in Beer, Events, Local, Restaurants/Bars, Whiskey Social | Tagged buffalo beer bar, Buffalo NY, buffalo whiskey bar, burger, burger bar, Craft Beer, restaurant, Whiskey, Whisky | 3 Comments

Visual Recap: Autumn 2014

Posted on December 2, 2014 by buffalowhiskeyguild

Another busy Buffalo NY Autumn is in the books. Every year we feel like there’s so much to do before winter arrives and try our damndest to pack it all in. The weather didn’t quite cooperate as much this year as … Continue reading →

Posted in American Whiskey, Beer, Bourbon, Breweries, Single Malt Scotch, Spirit, Whiskey Social | Tagged beer, beer review, bourbon, Craft Beer, drink, libation, photography, rye whiskey, Single malt, visual, Whiskey, Whisky, whisky review | 5 Comments

Recap: Smoked Whiskies of the World

Posted on January 27, 2014 by buffalowhiskeyguild

On Friday, January 24th BWG, in collaboration with Gates Circle Liquors held our first whisky tasting event of 2014. Attendees sampled five different smoked whiskies from around the world. Irish Whisky was represented by Connemara Peated Single Malt Whiskey. American … Continue reading →

Posted in Local, Local Pride, Whiskey Social | Tagged Ardbeg 10, balcones brimstone, big peat, Buffalo whisky tasting event, connemara irish whisky, corasair triple smoke | Leave a comment

BWG’s 2013 Whiskey of the Year

Posted on January 6, 2014 by buffalowhiskeyguild

To decide on our our 2013 Whiskey of the Year, we picked the four locally available whiskies from 2013 that we rated highest and sampled them, side by side. They consisted of Ardbeg’s 2013 special release, Ardbog. BWG’s “holiday must … Continue reading →

Posted in American Whiskey, Single Malt Scotch, Whiskey Social | Tagged Ardbeg, Balcones Texas Single Malt, BWG's 2013 Whiskey of the Year, corsair, Kilchoman, single malt whisky | Leave a comment

Smoked Whiskies of the World

Posted on December 10, 2013 by buffalowhiskeyguild

BWG and Gates Circle Liquors are proud to announce: “Smoked Whiskies of the World.” Attendees will be sampling six different smoked whiskies, all from different regions and countries around the globe. Appetizers and beer provided by the Pan American Grill will … Continue reading →

Posted in American Whiskey, Blended Scotch, Irish Whiskey, Local, Restaurants/Bars, Single Malt Scotch, Whiskey Social | Tagged Whiskey tasting events, whisky event buffalo ny, whisky tastings | 2 Comments

Gates Circle Liquors and Wines

Posted on August 26, 2013 by buffalowhiskeyguild

BWG’s ongoing exploration of the local whiskey scene has brought us to the wonderful Gates Circle Liquor and Wines on Delaware Avenue in Buffalo. Gates Circle, a family run business, has been providing spirits and wines to the Buffalo public … Continue reading →

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BWG Whiskey Tasting Events

Posted on June 3, 2013 by buffalowhiskeyguild

Last month BWG held its first whiskey tasting event at the local downtown hot spot, Hotel Lafayette. The mezzanine in the Pan American was an excellent place to sample and compare The Dalmore 12, Bruichladdich 10 and Bruichladdich Peat.Attendees whiskey preferences … Continue reading →

Posted in Irish Whiskey, Local, Local Pride, Restaurants/Bars, Single Malt Scotch, Whiskey Social | Tagged Bruichladdich, Bruichladdich Peat, Bushmills, Bushmills 10, Irish whisky, malt whisky, scotch whisky, Single malt, Single Malt Scotch, The Dalmore, The Dalmore 12, The Laddie 10, Whiskey, Whisky | 4 Comments

Bruichladdich – Progressive Hebridean Distillers

Posted on May 28, 2013 by buffalowhiskeyguild

Just last week, BWG was featured on Bruichladdich’s website in a news article highlighting whisky aficionados and groups who have an enthusiastic social media presence. It praised those who tout and take pride in their local products and services. “We need … Continue reading →