Blade and Bow has announced the release of a 30 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This expression, the oldest ever released by the brand, was first laid up in the spring of 1993 in the legendary rickhouses of Stitzel-Weller Distillery. After decades of careful aging, a meticulous post-maturation selection process commenced, in which Nicole …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ Baker’s was first introduced as part of the seminal Jim Beam Small Batch Collection of the 1990s, but was the last of the four brands to receive a 21st Century, Bourbon Boom makeover and marketing push. Booker’s was revised so individual batches of the brand got their own sub title, …
By Richard Thomas Rating: C+ Another entry in Bulleit’s line of bottled, ready-to-drink (RTD) classic whiskey cocktails is the Whiskey Sour, readily identifiable from its bright yellow bottle. This one is such a recent addition that Bulleit had not updated their website to include it at time of writing. It’s made with real lemon juice, …
The fourth and last batch of Booker’s Bourbon is on its way to store shelves. Following the pattern of recent years to identify each batch by naming it for a story or connection to the legendary Jim Beam master distiller Booker Noe, this edition is named Phantom’s Pipe Batch. This one is named for a …
Bardstown’s, Willett Distillery has announced the release of its newest expression, the Willett Family Estate Small Batch Bourbon, a handcrafted whiskey that reflects the distillery’s dedication to quality and innovation by fifth-generation Master Distiller Drew Kulsveen. The small batch release is a marriage of two distinct bourbon mashbills: 70%: 72% Corn, 13% Rye, 15% Barley …
Whiskey’s Role in Casino Gaming Culture The world of casino gaming thrives on rich traditions and sensory experiences. Players often pair their favorite pastimes with distinctive drinks. Many enthusiasts enjoy Online pokies games alongside a fine whiskey. This combination enhances the gaming atmosphere significantly. It creates a unique cultural blend worth exploring. Key Facts Over …
By Richard Thomas Autumn is the hottest season of the year for annualized, limited edition whiskeys in the United States, the time when most of the releases passionately sought by enthusiasts and collectors come out. For Heaven Hill, the second largest distiller in Kentucky bourbon, their main entry to Fall releases has been Parker’s Heritage. …
Michter’s Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson have approved the release of a new release of Michter’s 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Shipments of this ultra-aged bourbon whiskey will commence on December 1st. “By law bourbon must be aged in a brand new barrel, which imparts flavor, color and oak character …
Castle & Key, the distillery located in the renovated and historic Old Taylor Distillery property in Woodford County, Kentucky, has introduced two new whiskeys: Castle & Key Wheated Bourbon Cask Strength (54.1% ABV; $59.99-$64.99) and Castle & Key Straight Rye Finished in Extra Old Haitian Rhum Casks (58.05% ABV; $64.99-$69.99). The former is the latest …
Just when you thought the New Belgium and Four Roses collaboration on Oakspire Ale would be the Lawrenceburg distillery’s only foray into bourbon barrel beer for the end of 2025, a surprise has been waiting for you. Four Roses has also collaborated with another Kirin Brewing stablemate, Brooklyn Brewery, on another barrel-aged beer. In the …
