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.
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
I’m stoked to announce I’m going on a three state Total Wine tour with Bourbon+ Magazine in the coming weeks. Come out, grab a chair, sip some bourbon with me and let’s talk about the Good Stuff! Georgia — June 21, 22 Total Wine store … Continue readingThe Bourbon+ Magazine Total Wine Tour
2019 is 105 proof, the highest proof to-date for this expression, of 11-year-old barrels were chosen specifically for Birthday Bourbon. . Brown-Forman announced the 2019 Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, an annual celebration of the company’s founder George Garvin Brown’s birthday. It’s the brand’s 19th consecutive … Continue readingOld Forester Birthday Bourbon Announced
Tomorrow (April 23), join me at Red Hog, as we feast upon game birds, country ham and vintage whiskey. I have worked with the talented culinary team of Red Hog to hunt down a pair of great vintage bourbons–1980s Wild Turkey and 1970s Chapin & … Continue readingBourbon Hunter’s Dinner