As established by Congress in 1964, Bourbon is a unique product of the United States, making it more American than apple pie and Coca-Cola. These are the stories of today’s bourbons. For yesterdays, read my book, Bourbon: The Rise, Fall & Rebirth of An American Whiskey. For a tasting guide and in-depth production guide, read Bourbon Curious.
As firefighters bravely fight the blaze of two Jim Beam warehouses, where some 45,000 barrels are at risk, the bourbon industry’s soul hurts, as it endures another tragedy. Beam reports initial reports suggests it’s a lightning strike that caused the flames. Jim Beam Statement: We … Continue readingJim Beam Fire: Burns More Than Barrels. Statement: 45,000 barrels, ‘young whiskey’
Barton 1792 announced its latest limited edition release– 1792 12-year-old, 96.6 proof. The high rye bourbon serves as master distiller Danny Kahn’s first major release since taking the position last year. Follow my YouTube Channel to see a 1792 tasting next week. The 1792 Aged … Continue reading1792 Adds 12 year High Rye
If you’re in an industry that’s growing leaps and bounds and you have a popular product that’s selling for $12 and critics say it’s every bit as good as your $40 competitor, what do you do? A) Keep it inexpensive and be the People’s Champion. … Continue readingWelcome to the Business of Bourbon: Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond
Catoctin Creek Distillery has collaborated with neighboring brewery, Adroit Theory to produce its second batch of Día de los Muertos, a malt whisky. Catoctin Creek’s oldest whisky release to date, the company said, Día de los Muertos is limited, with 147 bottles available at the … Continue readingCatoctin Creek, Adroit Theory Brewing launch $160 Whiskey
Pernod Ricard has acquired the majority of Rabbit Hole Whiskey. The deal was signed yesterday. The sale price was not disclosed. Founder Kaveh Zamanian wrote me indicating he’s keeping his shares and will remain the leader of the company. “I’m keeping the majority of my … Continue readingPernod Ricard Acquires Rabbit Hole Distillery
The Jack Daniel Distillery announced today the expansion of its Personal Collection Program to include Single Barrel Rye. Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Personal Collection experience has been a success for the company known for its 80-proof black label beast. Jack has opened many doors for … Continue readingJack Daniel’s Adds Rye Barrel Picks