Author name: Seth Thompson

NEW RELEASE: Blood Oath Pact 11 Bourbon (Anejo Finished). Special Distillery April Release.

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ST. LOUIS (March 25, 2025) – Lux Row Distillers Master Distiller and Master Blender John Rempe renews his annual pact with bourbon drinkers by releasing Blood Oath Pact 11 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Añejo Tequila Barrels. This year’s secret blend features a union of two well-bred bourbons – a 14-year ryed and a […]

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NEW RELEASE: 2025 Michter’s 10 Year Bourbon

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Michter’s Master Distiller Dan McKee and Michter’s Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson have approved the release of the highly anticipated Michter’s 10 Year Bourbon which will begin reaching stores, bars, and restaurants this April. The prior release was April 2024 but the brand is known for skipping years and opting to debut solely on their […]

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NEW RELEASE: Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish “P.X. Sherry”

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Barrell Craft Spirits recently debuted its newest expression from the Cask Finish Series: P.X. Sherry, a blend of bourbon whiskeys from IN, KY, and TN, which range from 6-15 years old.  QUICK FACTS What is P.X. Sherry? Pedro Ximénez, often abbreviated as P.X., is a dessert wine from Spain, renowned for its rich, intense sweetness. Per BCS, […]

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NEW RELEASE: Old Forester’s First Ever “Bottled-In-Bond Rye”, 117 Series

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Old Forester recently debuted its latest expression in the 117 Series: Bottled-in-Bond Rye – This release marks the first Bottled in Bond Rye Whisky handcrafted by Old Forester.  QUICK FACTS The 1897 Bottled in Bond Act required that each bottling be composed of barrels filled during a single distillation season. This small batch of Rye […]

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NEW RELEASE: Maker’s Mark 2025 Wood Finishing Series “Keeper’s Release”

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Maker’s Mark just announced the latest installment of its Wood Finishing Series “The Keepers Release”. This limited-edition bourbon honors its dedicated warehouse team responsible for the process of barrel rotation, ensuring the consistent flavor profile that Maker’s Mark is renowned for. The inaugural Wood Finishing Series release debuted June 2024. Labeled “The Heart Release”, it […]

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“BBQ & BARRELS” May 9 – 10 (Owensboro, KY). Your Sensory Dazzling Weekend Awaits!

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Your kick off to summertime wanderlust destination dreams starts in Owensboro (KY), with a BBQ & Barrels immersed weekend experience you’re not going to want to miss! May 9 – 10 (Friday & Saturday), the riverfront city (~1hr 40 min west of Louisville) is hosting the 3rd Annual “BBQ & BARRELS”, a celebration and homage to the city’s sacred bedrock […]

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Van Winkle Bourbon Bottle Sets New Auction Record at Staggering $125,000 via Sotheby’s

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The dice were hot and rolling at a recent Sotheby’s Auction. Reported Friday, March 21, setting a new record for American Whiskey auction sale (post prohibition) at $125,000 for this lone bottle of Old Rip Van Winkle “Van Winkle Selection” Kentucky Bourbon Festival Master Distiller’s Auction 2007. Projected to fetch an estimate range of $30,000 […]

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DRINK RECIPE: “Bardstown Bourbon Communion”

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“Bardstown Bourbon Communion“ Bardstown names Sunday evenings time for a different kind of communion, Bourbon Communion. Ingredients:   Instructions: Fill a short glass with ice, add Sorel, Malmsey Madeira, and Cathedral. Stir, and garnish with orange peel.   LEARN MORE: Cathedral French Oak Finish entails Bourbon finished for 14 months if 300 year aged French Oak used to restore […]

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Aged in 300 Year French Oak Used to Restore Notre Dame, Bardstown Bourbon Company’s “Cathedral French Oak Finish”.

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Well take me to church and take my money while you’re at it Bardstown Bourbon Company. This new dandy you’ve released is sure to evoke the masses and show us the light. Bardstown Bourbon Company continues to stretch the boundaries of American Whiskey innovation with its latest collection of new whiskies, Distillery Reserve. The inaugural […]

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NEW RELEASE: Michter’s 2025 US*1 BARREL STRENGTH RYE

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To say we look forward to this release by the fine folks at Michter’s is an understatement. If you see it, buy it. Michter’s Master Distiller Dan McKee and Michter’s Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson have approved the release of Michter’s US*1 Barrel Strength Rye. Shipments to bars, restaurants, and stores will begin this March. […]

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