Russell’s Reserve

Russell’s Reserve Announces "Single Rickhouse Collection"

Russell’s Reserve has announced the debut of a new annual release called “Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse.” The first release comes from retired rickhouse, Camp Nelson C. Eddie Russell, Master Distiller at the Wild Turkey distillery states:Tast…

Sneak Peek: Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse

Of all the factors that give whiskey its signature traits, maturation is arguably the most underappreciated. I suppose it’s a moot point for some distilleries, especially those that employ climate-controlled warehouses to age their products with uber c…

2022 American Whiskey Masters Awards: Buffalo Trace Distillery Wins Big

Buffalo Trace Distillery, Weller 12

The winners from the 2022 American Whiskey Masters Competition (AWMC) are in. You’ll notice some familiar faces (cough, Buffalo Trace), but you’ll also see some whiskey winners which may be new to your palate. The AWMC is just one component of the broader Global Spirits Masters Competitions which in total has 21 different spirit categories, […]

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Press Release: Russell’s Reserve 13 (2022)

RUSSELL’S RESERVE ® REINTRODUCES LIMITED RUN OF CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED 13-YEAR-OLD BOURBON Named “Best American Whiskey of 2021” by Bourbon Expert Fred Minnick, This Coveted Release Will Be Available for a Limited Time LAWRENCEBURG, KY (July 6, 2022) — S…

You Only Need Three Turkeys

Russell’s Reserve 13 mania has again begun, and with it, droves of whiskey enthusiasts will soon be monitoring websites, scouring liquor stores, and enlisting the help of friends and family across the country. While I have nothing but praise for 2021’s…

Russell’s Reserve 10-Year (2022)

Some things you can always count on – a fresh-brewed cup of coffee in the morning, an ice-cold glass of lemonade on a summer’s afternoon, and the tried and true well-aged profile of Russell’s Reserve 10-Year. But then, maybe one of those, not so …

Russell’s Reserve Primer

Believe it or not, Russell’s Reserve has occupied liquor store shelves for over twenty years. In that time, the esteemed brand has experienced a great deal of change in expressions, appearances, and production. Yet, there’s one thing that’s remained co…

Bourbon Burnout

I recently happened upon a Twitter thread suggesting a sense of apathy is growing in the whiskey community. It seems some longtimers, and possibly some newcomers, are burned out with the surging popularity of American whiskey. I don’t consider myself a…

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