Trying The Balcones Single Barrel Program Tasting Experience
The Balcones Single Barrel Tasting Experience, as one of our writers found out recently, showcases the variety of potential picks available for whiskey from the Balcones distillery in Texas.
NBA Legend Scottie Pippen Launches His Own Bourbon
NBA legend and entrepreneur Scottie Pippen recently teamed up with wine and spirits maker Dave Phinney to launch DIGITS, a five-year-old bourbon exclusively in Chicago.
Whiskey Review: Idle Hands 5-Year-Old Straight Bourbon
We review Idle Hands 5-year-old Straight Bourbon. It commemorates an edgy New York City bar that was all about beer, bourbon, and rock and roll.
Ole Smoky Announces New Small-Batch Premium Whiskey Brand
Ole Smoky Distillery, normally known for its range of moonshines, recently announced the launch of a new small-batch premium whiskey brand with its first expression honoring family ties.
Whiskey Review: Doc Swinson’s “Alter Ego” Triple Cask
We review Doc Swinson’s “Alter Ego” Triple Cask. It’s a six-year-old bourbon finished in Oloroso sherry, Pedro Ximenez sherry, and Cognac casks.
A. Smith Bowman Releases A New Cask Strength Bourbon
A. Smith Bowman Distillery, owned by Sazerac and known for its single barrel, small batch, and experimental spirits, recently added a new expression to its portfolio, A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon.
Whiskey Review: Blood Oath Pact No. 7
We review Blood Oath Pact No. 7, the latest edition of Luxco’s upscale bourbon line. This one is a blend of eight and 14-year-old bourbons, and involves a Sauternes cask finish.
Kentucky Owl Nets A Seasoned Distiller As Its New Master Blender
Stoli Group has gained legendary distiller John Rhea, who will serve as the new Master Blender for the Kentucky Owl American whiskey brand following the recent departure of founder and blender Dixon Dedman.
Whiskey Review: Booker’s Donohoe’s Batch (2021-01)
We review Booker’s Donohoe’s Batch. It’s aged just shy of seven years, and released at 125.3 proof.
TX Whiskey Grows Experimental Series With High Rye Bourbon Launch
Firestone & Robertson Distilling Co, owners of the TX Blended Whiskey and TX Straight Bourbon offerings, announced recently the launch of High Rye Texas Straight Bourbon.