The Great Oregon Wine Co & Distillery recently announced the release of Ransom Bourbon, its newest expression to add to their stable of handcrafted whiskeys and gin. It originates from their organic farm and distillery in the foothills of the Read More
A Trick for Making Space in your Whiskey Cabinet
There comes a time of reckoning in the life of every whiskey lover: the moment when you have more whiskey than you can comfortably store. Whether you’re outgrowing the little cabinet above your fridge (hint: don’t store your whiskey there, Read More
What Is Sour Mash Whiskey?
Sour mash. It’s a common phrase on American whiskey bottles, but it definitely doesn’t signify that the whiskey inside is sour. Instead, it alludes to a production process that distilleries use to regulate bacterial growth and ensure continuity from batch Read More
Columbus Launches Distillery Trail In Ohio
Experience Columbus recently launched its new Columbus Distillery Trail to take visitors and locals through the region’s top distilleries. The experience, co-sponsored by Destination Grandview, is aimed at showing off the spirits and cocktail scene in Columbus, Ohio. Each stop Read More
NFC Tags For Bourbon Collectibles, What is “hunting”?, and 2022 Predictions on Bourbon Community Roundtable #64 (Bourbon Pursuit #340)
We’re back with Bourbon Community Roundtable #64 and here’s the topics! Sazerac implemented NFC tags in this year’s Thomas H. Handy. Is this the boost the bourbon market needed? Is this setting up bourbon for more of a collectible market? Read More
Behind The Seal: The Story of the Maker’s Mark Bottle
A Maker’s Mark bottle, with its dripping rivulets of red wax, is one of the most iconic packages – not just in whiskey, but in the whole world of food and drinks. But what exactly is the origin of that distinctive seal? Read More
Aging Barrels on the American Highway with Brad Paisley (Bourbon Pursuit #339)
When I got a text message that said “Hey, do you want to have Brad Paisley on your show?” I couldn’t resist jumping at the chance. Everyone knows Brad as the country music legend, but we got to sit down Read More
Whiskey Review: Old Charter Oak French Oak Bourbon
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by Buffalo Trace. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link towards the bottom Read More
Review: Williams Sonoma Woodford Reserve Cocktail Mixers
Editor’s Note: This item was provided to us as a review sample by Brown-Forman. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. A cocktail after work is a lovely thing, but for those Read More
Whiskey Review: Widow Jane Decadence Maple Syrup Barrel Finish
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by Widow Jane. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link towards the bottom Read More
Whiskey Review: Angel’s Envy 2021 Cask Strength Bourbon
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by Angel’s Envy. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link towards the bottom Read More
Whiskey Review: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by Michter’s. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link towards the bottom of Read More
Whiskey Review: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C921
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by Heaven Hill. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link towards the bottom Read More
Whisky Review: Old Fitzgerald Bottled in Bond Fall 2021 Edition
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by Heaven Hill. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. It should also be noted that by clicking the buy link towards the bottom Read More
Kentucky Bourbon Benefit Raises Over $3 Million For Kentucky Tornado Relief
The recent Kentucky Bourbon Benefit auction of rare bottles and private barrel selections brought in more than $3 million to help those in Western Kentucky affected by the recent tornado outbreak. The Kentucky Distillers’ Association partnered with the Bourbon Crusaders Read More