Fred pulled on a McBib this week to revisit an old friend: The ubiquitous McRib sandwich from McDonald’s, a reoccurring “treat” for many Americans, including Mr. Minnick. Fred, being one who is fascinated with whiskey and food pairings in general, decided to pair his sandwich … Continue readingPig On Pig (Crime?): McRib Meets WhistlePig Boss Hog Whiskey
The Jack Daniel Distillery is building Christmas trees made from emptied whiskey barrels to help junior-enlisted service members and families get home for the holidays. The top barrel from each tree built – nine in all – will be auctioned off, with the proceeds going … Continue readingJack Daniel to Auction Barrel Tree-toppers for Operation Ride Home Military Charity
Widow Jane Distillery announced the release of The Vaults 2020, the follow up to the distillery’s 2019 debut expression. This year’s edition is a blend of 15- to 17-year Tennessee and Indiana bourbons from hand-picked barrels. After blending by Widow Jane president, distiller and blender … Continue readingWidow Jane Releases The Vaults 2020; Quantities Limited
On this episode of The Fred Minnick Show, Fred welcomes famed rapper Ludacris. Ludacris broke into the national spotlight in 2000 with his album Back for the First Time, featuring the singles “Southern Hospitality” and “What’s Your Fantasy,” and has since released seven more albums. … Continue readingLudacris Drinks $15,000 Michter’s Straight From Bottle And Talks About His Career
The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Ky., is about to get a new look. James B. Beam Distilling Co. announced it plans to unveil an “elevated consumer experience” in summer 2021, including a new retail and visitor center, dining experience, tour experiences and a small … Continue readingBeam Announces Upgraded Visitor Experience at Clermont Distillery
Boone County Distilling Co. announced a limited release of a barrel strength straight bourbon finished in oloroso sherry casks. Bottled at 114 proof, the small batch bourbon was first aged in a charred new white oak, then finished for 10 weeks in the sherry barrels. … Continue readingBoone County Drops Barrel-Aged Whiskey Finished in Sherry Casks