On Tuesday the founder of Washington’s Dry Fly Distilling, Don Poffenroth,, announced his retirement from the distillery. “It just felt like the right time,” said Poffenroth. “Considering our new partnership with Charlie Wagner (of Wagner Family of Wines and Caymus Vineyards) and Patrick Donovan’s 17 years of experience as master distiller, I knew he was …
Baltimore-based Sagamore Spirits has appointed a new master distiller, promoting Ryan Norwood from Vice President of Operations to the new post. In this new role, Norwood will lead innovation and oversee production, continuing to shape the distinctive character of Sagamore’s rye while honoring its legacy. Norwood joined Sagamore Spirit in 2016, relocating across the country …
Buffalo Trace Distillery has marked the 25th installment of its Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) with its first new addition since the BTAC line-up solidified almost two decades ago: Colonel E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon. Introduced in 2000, BTAC honors Buffalo Trace Distillery’s historic whiskey brands and the visionaries behind them, offering enthusiasts some of the …
Whiskey collecting has grown from a niche hobby into a global passion shared by enthusiasts, investors, and casual drinkers alike. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or looking to deepen your appreciation, understanding the basics can help you build a meaningful and enjoyable collection. In this guide, we’ll break down what new collectors need to …
By Richard Thomas Rating: A- Baltimore’s Sagamore Spirits has unveiled their oldest expression to date in a limited edition offering in their Reserve Series: a sourced 10 year old rye. The whiskey in question must have been drawn from the sourced stocks acquired by the company prior to the opening of their distillery, because while …
By Randall H. Borkus Rating: B+ Rabbit Hole Distillery Series Regallier begins with a good Kentucky Straight Bourbon and uses French oak casks to create something special. They use a high rye, double malt bourbon mash bill that begins resting in #3 wood-fired, toasted and charred new American Oak barrels and is finally tempered in French …
North Carolina’s Oaklore has unveiled its latest whiskey release in its Story Series. Oaklore Story Series: Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished Four Grain Bourbon (SRP: $99.95 for 750ml) is now available in very limited release, with only 750 bottles for purchase. Bottled at 95 proof, this six-year-old, non-chill filtered small batch bourbon is a fresh take …
The Parlor Room, founded by Bardstown native and bourbon storyteller Whitney Rye, officially opened its doors this summer in the heart of downtown Bardstown. A Victorian-style space designed for connection and storytelling, The Parlor Room invites guests to explore elevated, rare, and vintage spirits while uncovering the people, places, and history that make each bottle …
Earlier this week, Woodford Reserve announced it was releasing a Barrel Strength Rye. To craft this new expression, Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall used the house mash bill of 53% rye, the same as Woodford Reserve Rye, but bottled it at the strength of the collective batch of barrels: 125.1 proof. “Barrel Strength Rye honors the …
When taste and excitement combine, New Zealand people are eager participants — no combination may be more perfect than whisky paired with a night at the casino. Imagine the fiery finish of a finely aged single malt as roulette spins and gaming chips click in your hands. A good whisky benefits not only regardless of …
