By Richard Thomas St. Patrick’s Day and the Spring Equinox are behind us, so even if the weather is still a bit chilly, springtime has arrived. As a rule, Spring is not a season associated with the much sought after, annualized limited edition releases that are so passionately sought after by enthusiasts. However, there are …
By Douglas Fraser Rating: C The Samuel Maverick Distillery is named after Samuel Augustus Maverick (1803 – 1870), a lawyer and signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. He is therefore one of those founders of a First Family of Texas. Just a few steps away from the historic Alamo site, the distillery is located …
Iowa’s Cedar Ridge Distillery has turned out two installments from its annual, limited release line for the end of the 2024-25 winter season. The first is what they consider the flagship for their annual, limited editions: the Cedar Ridge Port Cask Finished Bourbon. The Port in question comes from Cedar Ridge’s own in-house fortified wine, …
Chattanooga Whiskey today announced the newest addition to their lineup: Rye Single Barrels, which are the uncut, unfiltered expression of the company’s malt-forward approach to rye. Inspired by one of the distillery’s first experimental batches of whiskey, this version of their rare and flavorful style was made from the same four-grain, three-malt mash bill as …
Nevada farm distillery Frey Ranch has announced the release of Frey Ranch 100% Barley Whiskey – the latest offering in its popular Single Grain Series. The genesis of the Single Grain Series was to introduce whiskey connoisseurs and the whiskey curious to the unique characteristics of a solitary grain grown with care by Whiskey Farmer …
Denver’s Laws Whiskey House has unveiled a high-wheat expression that celebrates Colorado’s distinctive terroir. As the next annual release in the Laws’ Origins Series, the new Super Wheater is crafted from hand-selected barrels of Laws Four Grain Bourbon and robust 100% Centennial Wheat whiskey. Super Wheater is aged between 5 and 12 years and bottled …
Last month, Iowa’s Cedar Ridge Distillery, under the direction of Master Blender Murphy Quint, released the fourth in its The QuintEssential American Single Malt series: Wine Club, First Meeting. “Rooted in our winery heritage, this release is a tribute to that legacy. While past expressions have included a foundation of either New American Oak or …
Virgil Kane, the Lowcountry independent bottler and whiskey brand, recently announced a strategic partnership with Cannon Distillery, an esteemed South Carolina distillery known for its array of artisanal products. This new venture represents a major milestone in the growth trajectory for both companies as they aim to expand their reach in the South Carolina and …
In its ongoing effort to evolve and expand its service to the craft spirits community, the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Pennington as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. In this newly created position, Pennington will work closely with CEO Margie A.S. Lehrman to address the key issues …
Laws Whiskey House proudly unveils its highly-anticipated, state-of-the-art tasting room, opening December 21st. The 4,000 square foot, two-story Whiskey Sanctuary boasts a striking whiskey church, tasting rooms, full bar, and stunning cocktail lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, sweeping mountain views, and an expertly crafted cocktail program. “Just as Laws adds to the fabric of American whiskey, …
