In what was only a matter of time, MGP Ingredients announced its first rye whiskey label– Rossville Union. Named after the founding distillery in Lawrenceburg, Rossville Union represents a historic return to the home of crafted rye whiskey and honors a spirited tradition that dates … Continue readingMGP Launches Rye with Historical Roots: Rossville Union
In what was only a matter of time, MGP Ingredients announced its first rye whiskey label– Rossville Union. Named after the founding distillery in Lawrenceburg, Rossville Union represents a historic return to the home of crafted rye whiskey and honors a spirited tradition that dates … Continue readingMGP Launches Rye Whiskey: Rossville Union
Who wants 12- to 13-year-old Knob Creek? If that’s you, well, you’re in luck: Beam Suntory is launching a limited edition Knob Creek 25th Anniversary cask strength and unfiltered bourbon. The single barrel product will consist of only 300 barrels, the company said. It hits … Continue readingNew Beam Suntory Whiskeys
The Christie’s auction I covered a few weeks ago brought more than $2.7 million. The collection of Richard Mellon Scaife was 100 percent sold with the top lot being Pétrus 1961, Pomerol, cru exceptionnel, 3 magnums per lot, which realized $67,375. The 28 lots of … Continue readingPre-Pro Old Overholt Brings Big Money
I’ve been fortunate in my career to taste a lot of old whiskey and other spirits. I once tasted an 1806 Cognac and turned it into four stories. Tasting history is my hobby, but older whiskeys are becoming harder to obtain since everybody is doing … Continue readingHow to buy Pre-Prohibition Rye Whiskey
Who says the little guy can’t export whiskey overseas? Purcellville, Va.-based microdistiller Catoctin Creek announced distribution into the Australian and New Zealand markets via Challenger Beverages. The countries will import: Roundstone Rye, 80 proof (40% ABV); Roundstone Rye, 92 proof (46% ABV); Roundstone Rye, CASK … Continue readingAustralia to Import Catoctin Creek Ryes