Some good news for those out there wanting to attend Bourbon Classic’s upcoming event “TOP SHELF”, Wednesday, Feb 22nd at 21c Louisville. A very limited number of tickets will open approximately 12pm EST, Friday, Feb 9th. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Tickets include: 4 Flight Van Winkle Tasting: 10yr, 12yr, 15yr, 20yr Julian Van Winkle and […]
4 Flight Van Winkle Tasting: 10yr, 12yr, 15yr, 20yr
Julian Van Winkle and Preston Van Winkle Scheduled To Attend
Specialty Pours from Partnering Distillery Buffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac Co)
Delicious Food Stations from 21c Louisville Chef Jeff Dailey
The upcoming 10th Anniversary Bourbon Classic week is Feb 22 – 25. Tickets to all other events are SOLD OUT. Please keep Bourbon Classic 2024 on your radar and enter Bourbon Classic’s email list to be the first to know about upcoming announcements.
Bourbon with Heart, Kentucky’s first and only arts-focused Bourbon charity, is launching a first-of-its-kind art exhibition, NOW OPEN, at the Frazier History Museum in Louisville, KY. Open to the public February 2 to March 30, Barrels of Heart will occupy space on the third floor of the Frazier. On display will be twenty custom Bourbon barrels designed […]
Bourbon with Heart, Kentucky’s first and only arts-focused Bourbon charity, is launching a first-of-its-kind art exhibition, NOW OPEN, at the Frazier History Museum in Louisville, KY.
Open to the public February 2 to March 30, Barrels of Heartwill occupy space on the third floor of the Frazier. On display will be twenty custom Bourbon barrels designed by local artists of varying ages, ethnicities, and levels of experience.
The mission of Bourbon with Heart is to leverage the influence and popularity of Kentucky’s most iconic spirit—Bourbon—to raise funds, awareness, and education around our local art community. The organization is committed to providing better access and delivering first-class arts experiences to every person in Kentucky—regardless of age, race, class, gender, or ability.
“Art is like a good glass of Bourbon: it brings people together and encourages self-expression,” Bourbon with Heart founder Morgan Hancock said. Hancock is also the curator of Barrels of Heart.
“I started Barrels of Heart with the goal of creating a space for local artists to showcase their work, particularly those artists who may not always have that opportunity. Our artists come from all walks of life, perspectives, and experiences—but the one thing they have in common is a love for Kentucky. And each one has poured that love into their piece.”
Twenty local artists were provided a barrel and a supply budget to bring their art to life. Exhibition attendees will vote on their favorite barrel design and the winning artist will be awarded a cash prize along with a donation to a charity of their choice. The remaining proceeds will be donated to area nonprofits.
Each barrel in the exhibition is also sponsored by local companies and Bourbon brands who are committed to supporting Bourbon with Heart and Louisville’s art community. Sponsors include Buzzard’s Roost Sipping Whiskeys, Mercedes-Benz of Louisville, Heaven’s Door Whiskey, Humana, Old Louisville Whiskey Co., Barrell Craft Spirits, BIGGBY Coffee, CaskX, and many others.
The twenty barrels featured are installed throughout The Spirit of Kentucky®, a permanent exhibition located on the third floor of the Frazier. Opened in 2018, The Spirit of Kentucky® highlights the history, craft, and culture of Bourbon whiskey, America’s native spirit.
The 2023 Bourbon Classic is excited to announce the upcoming event “A Spirited Affair with Fred Noe” which will take place at the James B. Beam Distillery’s (Jim Beam) Kitchen Table restaurant/bar. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE Fred Noe is the 7th generation Master Distiller at Jim Beam, direct descendant of where the Beam Dynasty all started […]
The 2023 Bourbon Classic is excited to announce the upcoming event “A Spirited Affair with Fred Noe” which will take place at the James B. Beam Distillery’s (Jim Beam) Kitchen Table restaurant/bar.
Fred Noe is the 7th generation Master Distiller at Jim Beam, direct descendant of where the Beam Dynasty all started with Gen I creator, Jacob Beam (1760 – 1834). Fred is a Master Storyteller and is in the top guard of most respected names in the industry. To spend an evening with him is a joy that goes beyond words.
This special event includes a multi-course dinner with featured Bourbons and exclusive access to purchase limited time Bourbons traditionally not sold daily to the public. TICKETS ARE LIMITED. It is already approaching sell out.
Kitchen Table is a gorgeous new concept with a stunning view of the Clermont countryside, the name inspired by the unbound shared family meals and barrel strength-esque bonds that were formed around the Noe family gatherings. If only those walls could talk:)
It just could be a Pappy New Year to you…if you get lucky. Saturday Jan 14th, Kentucky based Liquor Barn chain will host a lottery for the Old Rip Van Winkle Collection and BTAC. Here’s what we know. Good luck! START TIME: 7am CAP: Limited to the first 1,500 attendees per store location WRISTBANDS: Given […]
It just could be a Pappy New Year to you…if you get lucky.
Saturday Jan 14th, Kentucky based Liquor Barn chain will host a lottery for the Old Rip Van Winkle Collection and BTAC. Here’s what we know. Good luck!
START TIME: 7am
CAP: Limited to the first 1,500 attendees per store location
WRISTBANDS: Given out 7 – 8:45am.
LOTTERY DRAWING: 9am.
WINNER: Announced that morning. Must be present to win.
Today marked a very special occasion at Buffalo Trace Distillery – rolling out the 8,000,000th barrel of whiskey since Prohibition. As Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley put it, “Through floods, The Depression, recessions, one thing has remained constant – us making whiskey.” Dangit, if that doesn’t get your blood fired up, I’m not sure what else […]
Today marked a very special occasion at Buffalo Trace Distillery – rolling out the 8,000,000th barrel of whiskey since Prohibition.
As Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley put it, “Through floods, The Depression, recessions, one thing has remained constant – us making whiskey.” Dangit, if that doesn’t get your blood fired up, I’m not sure what else we can do for you.
And unlike previous milestones which took an average of 12 years to achieve, the eighth millionth barrel comes just four years after the seventh millionth barrel (filled in 2018), due to the $1.2 billion expansion efforts at the Distillery over the last several years. On hand to mark the occasion was Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Kentucky Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer and Buffalo Trace Distillery officials, including third generation team member Freddie Johnson whose family has been involved in every millionth barrel since 1942.
“Over the past few years, we’ve doubled our fermenters, added more grain cookers and more barrel warehouses, all in an effort to make more bourbon,” said Harlen Wheatley, master distiller. “We’ve filled a record number of barrels every year, as evidenced by how fast we moved from the seventh millionth barrel to the eighth millionth barrel. Now that we have our new still house starting up, we’ll be able to double the output of our whiskey production, so we’re going to be reaching 9 million barrels before you know it!”
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear added, “I am thrilled to celebrate this incredible milestone with Buffalo Trace Distillery. This company has more than 200 years of history in our state, providing quality jobs for Kentuckians and producing our world-famous bourbon. Thank you to the leaders at Buffalo Trace for their continued commitment to the commonwealth and our people. Here’s to 200 more years of success in our state.”
KY Governor Andy Beshear speaking at Buffalo Trace Distillery. Courtesy
As Governor Beshear spoke today at a ceremony at Buffalo Trace Distillery, the attendees looked on as third generation Buffalo Trace team member Freddie Johnson carried on his father’s legacy by rolling the eighth millionth barrel into Warehouse V, the world’s smallest bonded barrel warehouse. Joining Freddie on the ceremonial barrel roll was his teenage grandson, marking four generations from the Johnson family to have a hand in the milestone barrels filled at Buffalo Trace. Johnson’s late father Jimmy Johnson, a former warehouse supervisor, played a key role in each millionth barrel produced at Buffalo Trace since Prohibition.
L to R: Osiris Johnson (Freddie’s Grandson), Freddie Johnson, BTD President Mark Brown. Courtesy
“Reflecting back on the history of this Distillery, the progress we’ve made over the past few decades is astounding, but even more impressive is the dedication and longevity of so many of our team members. We have many second and third generation team members here, and several members of our workforce who have been here 20, 30, some even closing in on 40 years with us!” said Mark Brown, president and chief executive officer, Buffalo Trace Distillery. “It’s this commitment to their craft that not only sets us apart but positions us perfectly for future growth as we continue our focus on producing more award-winning bourbon for future generations to enjoy.”
Buffalo Trace President, Mark Brown, signing 8Mth barrel. Courtesy
Buffalo Trace’s seventh millionth barrel of bourbon, barreled in April of 2018, has been removed from Warehouse V and put away to continue aging in one of Buffalo Trace’s larger warehouses. After a few more years, it will be ready to bottle and will be offered to various nonprofit organizations for fundraising efforts. Information about how to apply for a bottle will be announced at that time.
PRESS RELEASE provided by Knob Creek As the holiday season approaches and the stress of finding the perfect gift for loved ones is top of mind, Knob Creek® Bourbon, a leader in the small batch bourbon category, is offering Behind the Craft, a first-of-its-kind experience for you and the whiskey lover in your life. The curated offering* […]
As the holiday season approaches and the stress of finding the perfect gift for loved ones is top of mind, Knob Creek® Bourbon, a leader in the small batch bourbon category, is offering Behind the Craft, a first-of-its-kind experience for you and the whiskey lover in your life.
The curated offering* will be hosted by Knob Creek Seventh and Eighth Generation Master Distillers, Fred and Freddie Noe, and take place at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. distillery in Clermont, Kentucky on Friday, February 3, 2023. As the only Knob Creek focused experience on campus, Behind the Craft allows fans to spend quality time with the master distillers of its bourbon, and participate in an immersive journey of Knob Creek, including:
The chance to choose a Knob Creek barrel alongside the brand’s Master Distillers, that will end up bottled and on store shelves
A cocktail-making class to learn how to make the best Knob Creek cocktail at the new Fred B. Noe Distillery, a location not normally open to the public
Special previews of upcoming Knob Creek offerings
An intimate sit-down dinner with Fred and Freddie, including discussions of Knob Creek pairings that highlight its unique distillation process
And more…we have to keep some of it a surprise!
“Craftsmanship is core to Knob Creek and we’re excited to show bourbon fans and their loved ones an insider’s perspective on the care and dedication that goes into creating our whiskey,” said Fred Noe, Seventh Generation Master Distiller. “Dad set out to create Knob Creek more than 30 years ago to bring friends and family together, and we’re excited to do just that for the holiday season this year, and have folks come as friends and leave as family.”
Knob Creek’s Behind the Craft will be available for purchase just in time for the holidays, beginning December 9, 2022, at 12pm ET/9am PT. Legal drinking aged whiskey fans can purchase this full experience for $500** via Behind the Craft’s website which includes a ticket for fans and their plus ones (both must be 21+). Tickets will be available on a first-come-first-served basis, and there are only five available packages.
And to make sure this is the gift that keeps on giving, Knob Creek fans who purchase this unique experience will also receive a special holiday box*** to give to their loved one this season. This additional present will prep them for the experience of a lifetime and make sure there’s something special to open during the holiday season.
Fred Noe and son Freddie Noe, 7th and 8th Generation Jim Beam Distillers
We all love a good party, right? Even better, a good block party, right? Even better, a good block party that boasts a CHOCOLATE PRETZEL BOURBON BALL IMPERIAL STOUT, right?!! Now this sounds like our kind of gathering, and it’s all going down this Friday and Saturday (Dec 2nd – 3rd) in Northern Kentucky’s river […]
We all love a good party, right? Even better, a good block party, right? Even better, a good block party that boasts a CHOCOLATE PRETZEL BOURBON BALL IMPERIAL STOUT, right?!! Now this sounds like our kind of gathering, and it’s all going down this Friday and Saturday (Dec 2nd – 3rd) in Northern Kentucky’s river city of Covington.
meetNKY (the Northern Kentucky Convention and Visitors Bureau) and The B-Line® (a collection of Bourbon Trail distilleries and bourbon forward bars and restaurants in Northern Kentucky) have partnered with Braxton Brewing Co. for the brewery’s famous Dark Charge event. The winter block party takes place from 3 – 11 p.m. Friday, December 2 and 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Saturday, December 3.
The organizations have partnered on a limited-edition Dark Charge variant, Chocolate Pretzel Bourbon Ball Imperial Stout, which is ONLY AVAILABLE for purchase onsite during the now two-day event. Bourbon aficionados and beer enthusiasts alike can enjoy this rich, imperial stout, aged in bourbon barrels from three distillers along The B-Line® – Old Pogue Distillery, New Riff Distilling and Boone County Distillery – finished off with hints of cacao nibs and pretzels.
“This year’s Dark Charge event is a full-on, two-day collision of beer and bourbon,” said co-founder and CEO of Braxton, Jake Rouse. “There’s no surprise that the crossover between bourbon and craft beer is a quickly emerging trend, so when we approached our annual Bourbon Barrel Aged beer release Dark Charge we knew we wanted to play into this crossover. Additionally, partnering with meetNKY and The B-Line® on this event allows us to fully showcase all that our region has to offer on a national level.”
Attendees
will also be able to enjoy the new B-Line® Lounge in the brewery’s
loft space during the event. All three distillers will have booths in the
lounge where they’ll be pulling bourbon tastings from the barrel and serving
them alongside another holiday staple – bourbon balls.
“Nothing speaks to the uniqueness of our region like a fusion of bourbon and beer,” said Jay Erisman, co-founder of New Riff Distilling. “We’re excited to partner with Braxton on this limited-edition B-Line® brew and to tap into the beer enthusiasts who are curious to learn more about bourbon.”
2022 Dark Charge Variants
In
2022, Braxton plans to release seven variants of its beloved Dark Charge
Imperial Stout. So far, the brewery has announced and released for sale:
Dark Charge Imperial Stout – The original bourbon barrel aged imperial stout, serves as the base for the other variants with an 12.6% ABV.
Dark Charge Triple Vanilla Stout – This variant, selected by the Braxton Builders, features Madagascar bourbon, with Tahitian and Indonesian vanilla with an 12.7% ABV.
Dark Charge Maple Pecan – This variant features warm, nutty hints of maple syrup and roasted Georgia pecans with an 13.1% ABV.
Dark Charge Cinnamon Whiskey – Nothing says Happy Holidays like cinnamon whiskey. This double barrel aged in Wild Turkey and cinnamon whiskey barrels, imperial stout has an inviting flavor reminiscent with tastes of the holidays and an 12.9% ABV.
Dark Charge Chocolate Pretzel Bourbon Ball Imperial Stout – Only available for sale at the event, this bourbon centric brew was aged in bourbon barrels from three distillers across The B-Line® and finished off with hints of cocoa nibs and pretzels with an 13.3% ABV.
Braxton Brewing special release
Entertainment Lineup
To
celebrate this year’s Dark Charge Winter Block Party expanding into a two-day
event, Braxton is going bigger than ever with music and entertainment, pulling
both local and nationally touring music artists. Open format DJ, DJ JAY KAY,
will be playing on the main stage in a special all-day set, establishing a
groove throughout Dark Charge Day. Additional acts include:
Friday,
December 2
From 6 – 8 p.m., another well-known “progressive auditory
ensemble” will take the stage. The final musical act will be announced on
November 23.
From 9 – 11 p.m. nationally acclaimed MAGIC
GIANT will
take the main stage. The band has amassed over 60M streams and was named one of
the “10 Artists You Need to Know” by Rolling Stone. In addition, MAGIC GIANT
has played festivals such as Coachella, Firefly, BottleRock, Electric Forest
and Lightning in a Bottle. Having shared the stage with the likes of Foster the
People, The Lumineers, Vance Joy and Mumford & Sons, MAGIC GIANT has shown
they are an alt powerhouse.
Saturday,
December 3
From 3 – 5 p.m. Jake Speed & The Freddies will play a mix of
traditional and original folk, country blues, and ragtime tunes that muse on
Cincinnati’s unique past and present.
From 6 – 8 p.m. The
Hot Magnolias,
Cincinnati’s finest Creole/Cajun shake yo’ tail feather, wave your hanky New
Orleans musical act, will take the stage.
Finally, from 9 – 11 p.m. Juice, a band from Boston
blending rock, pop, R&B, and hip-hop will get crowds dancing with the
diversity of their signature sound.
While
the event is free to attend, two VIP experience options are available for
purchase in various packages. The Dark Charge VIP Tickets are available as
single day passes or two-day passes ranging from $90 to $175. Dark Charge
Winter Block Party Igloobar Experiences are also available for private parties
of up to eight ranging from $600 – $1,200. For more information on these
packages and general information and updates on the event, visit https://www.darkchargeday.com/.
“This event is a true celebration of all things Northern Kentucky,” said meetNKY President and CEO, Julie Kirkpatrick. “It’s been incredible to see how this winter block party has evolved over the years. We can’t wait to welcome music, bourbon and beer fans from across the country for this exciting two-day event in the Commonwealth and show off some of the southern hospitality we’re known for.”
For
more information on The B-Line® visit thebline.com. To learn more about
meetNKY visit meetnky.com/.
The Charity: Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass At $100 per ticket, EVERY ticket purchased covers (almost to the dollar) ONE night of stay for ONE of the 21 guest families calling RMHC (Lexington, KY) their “home away from home”. RMHC takes care of families whose children are critically ill and staying longer term in the hospital. […]
At $100 per ticket, EVERY ticket purchased covers (almost to the dollar) ONE night of stay for ONE of the 21 guest families calling RMHC (Lexington, KY) their “home away from home”.
RMHC takes care of families whose children are critically ill and staying longer term in the hospital. Having a child in the hospital is not only terrifying but also devastatingly expensive. RMHC provides housing, meals, transportation and laundry to each of their families at absolutely no cost to them so they can focus on what really matters – the health of their child and being together.
The Prize: Entire PVW bourbon collection (ORVW10yr, 12yr, 15yr, 20yr, 23yr) signed by 4th Generation Family Member Preston Van Winkle
When: Winner will be drawn on Facebook Live (@rmhclexington) on December 8, 2022.
Why: To raise money that is crucial to RMHC’s ability to provide comfort and care to families whose children are being treated at local medical facilities in Lexington.
A total of 1,500 tickets will be sold. If it sells out, $150,000 will be raised. This incredible amount of support will cover two entire months of stay for every single guest family.
Thank you for your support now lets raise some money for an incredible cause!
Raffle Item: Entire Pappy Van Winkle Vertical Cost per Ticket: $100 Estimated Value: $27,000-$35,000
Log Still Distillery may be newly opened but it sits on sacred Bourbon soil. Founder Wally Dant has created an unbelievable experiential distillery campus in Gethsemane, KY just outside of Bardstown, KY. This is your ticket to ride and see for yourself what is like nothing else in all of Bourbon Country. And get this, […]
Log Still Distillery may be newly opened but it sits on sacred Bourbon soil. Founder Wally Dant has created an unbelievable experiential distillery campus in Gethsemane, KY just outside of Bardstown, KY. This is your ticket to ride and see for yourself what is like nothing else in all of Bourbon Country. And get this, it involves a scenic TRAIN RIDE!
Event Details
The Legacy at Log Still Distillery is calling you for an amazing lunch prepared by our Executive Chef David Danielson. While dining, you will get an opportunity to learn how he incorporates Bourbon into his dishes.
“Let’s Talk Lunch” by Rail $75 per person November 9th 11:00 – 1:00pm (Boarding between 9:45am – 10:15am)
This upgraded package includes a beautiful and scenic train ride from the Kentucky Railway Museum (located in New Haven, KY) to the Log Still Distillery campus. Guests will need to arrive at the Kentucky Railway Museum to board the train by 9:45am-10:15am. While traveling by rail, guests will enjoy the scenic views of Kentucky’s rolling hillside, all the way to Log Still Distillery’s train platform. Upon arriving at our campus, guests will be transported by shuttle to the lunch & bourbon tasting. After the event, guests will be shuttled to the Log Still Distillery train platform for a relaxing ride by rail back to the Kentucky Railway Museum.
Check out the menu below and reserve your seats today!
MENU – Red leaf salad with pears, blue cheese and pumpernickel crisp. – Cider braised chicken with pearl onions and apple. – Pork tenderloin with arugula, endive and walnut vinaigrette. – Cauliflower and brussel sprout gratin with pine nut breadcrumb topping – Buttermilk chive mashed potatoes – Blackberry peach cobbler
Kentucky Derby Museum is hosting a Bourbon Charity Raffle with THREE PRIZES for three lucky winners. Proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, with a small portion of proceeds supporting the Kentucky Derby Museum. The three prized Bourbon collections are valued at over $58,000, with the grand prize consisting of an impressive six-bottle lineup of […]
Kentucky Derby Museum is hosting a Bourbon Charity Raffle with THREE PRIZES for three lucky winners. Proceeds will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, with a small portion of proceeds supporting the Kentucky Derby Museum.
The three prized Bourbon collections are valued at over $58,000, with the grand prize consisting of an impressive six-bottle lineup of Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon.
At the heart of the raffle is three-year-old Wyatt Perdue, who is living with cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe. In 2021, his father, Nathan Perdue, approached the Kentucky Derby Museum with the idea of raffling off his prized Pappy collection, in hopes that teaming up would bring more awareness and funding to find a cure.
By combining forces, Perdue and the Kentucky Derby Museum raised $400,000 in 2021, with the vast majority of that money going to lifesaving research.
The Prizes
GRAND PRIZE
Six bottle limited-edition collection of Pappy Van Winkle, valued at $24,100 by Justins’ House of Bourbon.
Each bottle has been signed by Julian Van Winkle III.
VIP Kentucky Derby Museum experience for winner and up to three guests
One-night stay at Hotel Distil for winner and one guest
$100 Repeal Oak Fired Steakhouse gift card
One-year membership to Watch Hill Proper, valued at $3,500
SECOND PRIZE
Seven bottle E.H. Taylor Collection, valued at $15,000 by Justins’ House of Bourbon
VIP Kentucky Derby Museum experience for winner and up to three guests
One-night stay at Hotel Distil for winner and one guest
$100 Repeal Oak Fired Steakhouse gift card
THIRD PRIZE
Five bottle Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, valued at $14,400 by Justins’ House of Bourbon
VIP Kentucky Derby Museum experience for winner and up to three guests
One-night stay at Hotel Distil for winner and one guest
$100 Repeal Oak Fired Steakhouse gift card
How To Enter
Tickets are on sale for $100 each, with full contest details at derbymuseum.org/raffle. Only 6,000 tickets will be sold, and there is no limit on the number of tickets that may be purchased by an individual. Raffle participants must be at least 21 years old and must live in the Continental U.S. to purchase tickets.
DEADLINE: Nov 17th – Winners will be drawn Nov 18th, 2022, 3pm EST via Facebook LIVE on the Museum’s Facebook page.
What is Julian’s Favorite Pick of The Pappy Litter?
When Julian Van Winkle III heard about the raffle, he agreed to sign the bottles. “I like to joke that me signing them makes them less valuable, but I can understand if it’s me or my son signing the bottles that it makes them a little more special, I’m glad to do it,” he said.
“While we didn’t start out with charity in mind,” said Van Winkle, “I feel really blessed that organizations all over the country can auction these whiskey bottles off and can raise a tremendous amount of money, it makes it all just great.”
As far as his favorite bottle in the Kentucky Derby Museum lineup, Van Winkle says it’s the 15-year.
“It’s got more intensity, a lot more flavor than the younger ones, and it’s not as oaky and maybe as much of the woodiness as the older ones have, which are more sippin’ whiskeys, which this one you can drink with some ice with a twist of lemon, or in a cocktail – yes – in a cocktail! Don’t be shy to put good whiskey in a cocktail.”– Julian VW III
