By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ The brand history behind this latest release from Old Forester, the 1910 Extra Old Bourbon in their 117 Series, is actually a little convoluted. It began as an extension of the 1910 Fine Old Whiskey from 2018, which we were unable to write-up. In its turn, the 117 Series is …
By Richard Thomas In the wake of US President Donald Trump’s backing off of his threats to open a trade war with Canada and Mexico, the American Craft Spirits Association and the Kentucky Distillers Association both released statements expressing their concern over any retaliatory tariffs that would be placed on their products and their relief …
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Penelope Bourbon has undertaken a regular brand extension with its introduction of Penelope Wheated Bourbon. The latest innovation expands the Penelope lineup with an approachable wheated bourbon that delivers on versatility due to its proof and price points. Penelope Wheated is bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV) and available nationwide in February at a suggested …
Barrel Craft Spirits has announced its introduction of its new Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon. The new release is a line extension of Barrell Foundation, the company’s first non-cask strength bourbon, which was crafted to be enjoyed neat and in cocktails. The Louisville-based independent bottler made its name with transparency and well-blended, well-sourced one-shot releases …
This month marks both the start of 2025 and the first release of Bomberger’s PFG (Precision Fine Grain) Kentucky Straight Bourbon. “Over the years, our flagship Bomberger’s Declaration Bourbon has always had a rich, bold nature that I love. This new Bomberger’s PFG release continues our efforts to further experiment with Bomberger’s and push the …
By Richard Thomas Brown-Forman is one of the major players in American spirits. Founded in 1870 by George Garvin Brown and originator of the brand Old Forester, the Louisville-based company is technically publicly traded, but in practical reality is family owned, with a majority of shares still held by Brown’s descendants. The company also owns …
By Richard Thomas The club of diehard fans for Lawrenceburg’s Four Roses Distillery may be smaller than, say, Buffalo Trace, but a good argument can be made their fandom is more devoted and authentic. Four Roses gives its devotees much to latch onto, such as the brand’s almost romantic restoration story: two decades ago, it …
Today, Old Forester announced the return of 1910 Extra Old, a limited-edition whisky derived from an extra-long double-barreling process. This liquid was first released in February 2022 as the third installment of the brand’s acclaimed and limited-expression lineup, the 117 Series. To create this unique expression, Old Forester aged its 1910 whisky in a secondary …
Kentucky newcomer Garrard County Distilling is relaunching the entire whiskey line up, beginning with last week’s unveiling of its new flagship whiskey: All Nations Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The 5- to 7-year-old blend from notable Kentucky distilling stalwarts is now available for a very approachable $39.99 SRP. All Nations Kentucky Straight Bourbon truly showcases the skill …
