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Why Most Michigan Single Malt Still Tastes Young (And What’s Changing)
If you’ve tried a handful of Michigan single malts and walked away thinking they felt a little young, you’re not imagining it.
Mar 27
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February 2026
What Actually Makes Mammoth Northern Different (It’s Not Just the Peat)
A lot of the conversation around Mammoth Northern Single Malt focuses on the peat.
Feb 24
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Michigan Whiskey Worth Tracking: Mammoth Northern & Traverse City Whiskey Co.
Michigan’s spirits scene may not be as big as Kentucky or Scotland, but it has its own stories and characters — and two distilleries show how different…
Feb 10
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January 2026
Mammoth Northern Rye: A Michigan Rye That Doesn’t Try to Be Loud
Rye whiskey has a tendency to announce itself before you even pour it.
Jan 30
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Mammoth Northern Single Malt: Why It Works (and Why It Tastes the Way It Does)
Mammoth’s Northern Single Malt stands out on my shelf for one reason: the production choices are coherent from start to finish.
Jan 23
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3 Michigan Bottles Worth Trying Right Now
If you’re new to Michigan-made spirits, wine, or cider, here are three easy, low-risk places to start.
Jan 23
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Start Here: How to Drink Michigan Spirits Without Overthinking It
Michigan spirits, wine, and cider are at an interesting stage.
Jan 23
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Welcome to Up North Sips
Welcome to Up North Sips — a relaxed, Michigan-first guide to whiskey, wine, and cider.
Jan 23
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