October 16, 2005

Michael Collins Whiskey On Its Way

Get ready for Michael Collins whiskey, an irish whiskey created by the Cooley Distillery, Ireland's last remaining independent distillery.

Remember Sidney Frank, the liquor pimp we told you about a few weeks ago? He is the man responsible for importing our favorite nectar Jagermeister into the US, and we just got wind that he will soon be adding a new liquor to his portfolio. The newest booze? Michael Collins Whiskey, a tribute to the life of the Irish patriot, and the announcement coincides with Collins' birthday, October 16, 1890.

According to a British newspaper, Mr. Frank's decision to launch the whiskey was inspired by the movie about Collins' life.

Sidney Frank, the company’s founder, saw the movie and then read Tim Pat Coogan’s 1990 book, Michael Collins: A Biography. Coogan has been retained as an adviser for the launch. The company has trademarked the name. Einsidler said a percentage of sales would be paid to Collins’ descendents, to be given to a charity of their choice.

Read the full article at the Times Online. Plus, learn more about Michael Collins, and check out the Cooley whiskey site for more information on this Irish distillery.

Or, if you don't feel like reading, buy the movieat Amazon.