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The 2023 A. Smith Bowman Distillery’s Cask Strength Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey is third annual release from the Fredericksburg, Virginia distillery. This is at 9 years old and 67.55% / 135.1 proof and crafted by Distiller David Bock. Uncut and non chill-filtered, you can enter the nationwide lottery for a chance to purchase this rare Virginia bourbon whiskey.

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Need Bourbon and Whiskey gift idea inspiration? We dive into the “12 Days of Christmas” with Blue Run Spirits with whiskey created by Jim Rutledge. A thoughtfully curated Bourbon collection along with the new limited edition Bourbon whiskey advent calendar. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with Mike Montgomery about the colletction.

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Jefferson’s Bourbon and Mark Iacono for the Jefferson’s x Lucali: Slice of New York sweepstakes. New Yorkers have a chance to win exclusive reservations at Lucali in Brooklyn, Jefferson’s x Lucali swag, and experience the blend of premium bourbon and delicious pizza with Jefferson’s Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey

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Remembering Brad Brunson of Amorim Cork America, who recently passed at 56. Thoughts in a tribute to his memory in the spirits industry and Bourbon business including a video of an interview with Bourbon expert Tom Fischer from the Craft Beverage Expo.

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Old Forester Bourbon Whiskey is releasing the rarest bottle it has ever produced, as we were the first to taste it a while back. Watch to see Bourbon expert Tom Fischer’s thoughts on this raare $2,500 release that honor the brand’s 150th anniversary filled with extraordinarily exquisite 12 ½ -year-old bourbon.

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Tasting & Tap Room Expo & Conference and Craft Beverage Expo & Distribution Conference will be happening together May 7-8, 2024 in Reno, Nevada in a co-location uniting industry leaders for a unique blend of education, networking, and innovation. Attendees can explore tour the exhibits and learn more in latest in craft beverage production, tasting room management, and industry trends. This joint event offers comprehensive learning, unparalleled networking, and an expo.

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Never Say Die Bourbon makes its U.S. debut, originally available only in the UK. This ocean-aged Kentucky bourbon, matured in England, draws inspiration from the legendary racehorse featured in the Epsom Derby Race and has connections to The Beatles’ and Casbash Coffee Club. Founded by Pat Heist, Shane Baker, and Brian Luftman, the brand is known for its sweet mash bill. Additionally, Never Say Die offers a Rye Whiskey expression in the UK.

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Glenmore Distillery Bourbon scandal solved! Owensboro, Kentucky was initially reported as a major heist, but the police investigation shows that it was a misrouting issue, not theft. Learn what questions we are asking about this surprising case, echoing the famed Pappy Van Winkle Heist, as we talk with the Owensboro Police Department and report this Bourbon news.

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A major bourbon theft at Glenmore Distillery, Owensboro, KY reported in November 2023, with 21-24 pallets valued at $70,000 stolen, reminiscent of Buffalo Trace’s “Pappygate.” Our exclusive interview with Owensboro Police Department is featured in a podcast in this article. Sazerac is the parent company to the Glenmore Distillery and hasn’t commented, but here is what we know, that there was an attempted rerouting of Bourbon whiskey, but still other questions remain of who stole this Kentucky Bourbon whiskey

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Bourbon expert Tom Fischer hosting a rare Bourbon tasting the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival for the exclusive “Whose Your Pappy” tasting event featuring Pappy Van Winkle 23 and other rare Bourbons as you learn more about the rise of Bourbon and how to host your own Bourbon tasting at home.

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