The consumption of alcoholic beverages spans nearly all cultures and epochs, marking its significance not just as a leisure activity but also as a pivotal element of social and economic structures. From ancient rituals to modern-day celebrations, alcohol has played a diverse role in society. This article explores the rich tapestry of history behind alcohol …
Mastering distillery combines the precision of science with the flair of artistry, marking a pinnacle career in the spirits industry. As custodians of tradition and pioneers of innovation, distillers not only oversee the production of spirits but also shape the sensory profiles that define brand legacies. Whether fine-tuning centuries-old whiskey recipes or crafting the next …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B Continuing with the recent practice of using the Basil Hayden brand to produce many, many iterations of Beam-made whiskeys, the latest such twist has yielded Basil Hayden Subtle Smoke. The journey that led the brand, which started out as a light, dry and 8 year old, 80 proof version of …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B Situated an hour’s drive northwest of Glasgow, Glengoyne is a Highlands distillery, but only just. It’s the southernmost distillery of the Highlands region. Owned by Ian Macleod Distillers since 2003, it’s a small, farm-style distillery with one wash and two spirit stills with boil bulbs and a style rooted in …
The American oak, Quercus Alba, and High Coast’s fruity new-make whisky are a union of two continents, a result that has been characterized by the northern climate over time. Alba II was launched in Sweden on 31th of May and will appear in selected international markets during 2024. Alba II is an unpeated single malt, …
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co., the only brewery and distillery on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, announces its newest seasonal beer release this week with nationwide availability for its Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Tart Cherry Wheat (SRP $14.99 / 4pk Bottles). This is a seasonal beer release. Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Tart Cherry Wheat – 8.0% abv Fruit …
By Randall H. Borkus Rating: A- After a 2022 hiatus that surprised everyone, Michter’s returned its 10-year-old single barrel bourbon last year in imposing style with one of the best 10-year-old bourbon whiskeys that they have ever offered, and arguably the best since 2010. Michter’s 10 Years Old Single Barrel Straight Bourbon is always aged …
Today, Old Forester announces a surprise release of its most coveted and rarest expression, President’s Choice, just in time to celebrate Father’s Day. Bottles from several single barrels will be sold online (where shipping is legal) and at Old Forester (tourist) Distillery in downtown Louisville starting at 10 a.m. June 12. President’s Choice dates to …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ When Shane Baker and Pat Heist set out to get into the business of making whiskey (as the owners of Ferm Solutions consultantcy, they already had a foothold in the whiskey business generally), they had two wants. Both men are self-confessed whiskey nerds at a time when whiskey nerds in …
The standard Knob Creek Rye now bears a seven year age statement. Jim Beam has chosen to build on the growing age statements of their whiskeys and buck the whole “bourbon shortage” storyline by introducing a new, older expression: Knob Creek Rye 10 Year Old. The new expression is also bottled at 100 proof, and …
