Scotch Whisky Reviews

The Glendronach Revival Aged 15 Years Scotch Whisky Review

This is a delightful and intriguing whisky. It never stops giving new aromas, which makes it a lot of fun just to nose. Few flavors in this Scotch jump out at you; there’s a bit of seek and find with it.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Redemption High Rye Bourbon Review

Redemption High Rye Bourbon is something I’ve been hemming-and-hawing about for the last year. It has a very attractive, low-entry price and it is from MGP, something only a few years ago was sneered at and in the last couple, suddenly treasured.

Podcast

Kali Ma Pro Tips – Podcast Episode 4

Episode 4 of the official Bourbon & Banter podcast – Kali Ma Pro Tips – is now available for your listening pleasure. We’ve crammed a lot into this episode while still managing to trim the length of the show down to just about an hour.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Legent Bourbon Review

If you like bourbon neat, this is for you. If you’re a Scotch drinker used to low-proof and wine-cask finishes, this is for you. If you like flavorful cocktails that aren’t in-your-face bold, this is a versatile whiskey that’ll do the job.

Food Stuff Reviews

Craft Jerky Company – Jerky of the Month Club Review

Just in time, I’m here to save your Father’s Day gift for you. It’s a subscription box. But wait, before you roll your eyes and delete this, it’s a good one. Unless you’re a vegetarian or vegan terrorist.

Industry News

MGP Announces Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV

MGP will debut Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV Straight Bourbon Whiskey in September 2020. Produced to commemorate Prohibition Repeal Day, Series IV is a limited annual release, and reaches full distribution by Prohibition Repeal Day, December 5.

Gin Reviews

Marlow Rows Gin Review

Chief Distiller Andy McLain does not sound like he grew up in the United Kingdom. His accent is unmistakably from “can’t put your finger on it” Middle America.

Banter

Independent Bottlers 101

Have you ever perused the scotch aisle of your favorite liquor store and seen what looks to be the same label on bottles that purportedly hail from different distilleries? These labels are those of independent bottlers and the juice inside those bottles might be some of the tastiest you’ve ever had.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Weller Single Barrel Bourbon Review

As the press release says, Weller fans have been jonesing (Jonestowning?) for a single barrel version. What the press release didn’t say is how many of these fans are already lining up to sell their extra kidney to be sure to secure a bottle on the secondary market.

Rye Whiskey Reviews

Rabble Rouser Bottled In Bond Rye Whisky Review

Rabble Rouser Bottled in Bond Rye Whisky is released by Catoctin Creek Distillery, once a year in mid-February.

Podcast

A Kick in the Crotch Shot – Podcast Episode 3

Welcome to episode #3 of the most honest podcast in all of bourbon. We’re calling this episode “A Kick in the Crotchshot”. You’ll understand why if you listen all the way through to the Bourbon Bullshit segment of the show.

Bourbon News

Introducing Weller Single Barrel Bourbon

A Weller Single Barrel offering is the latest addition in the storied Weller bourbon line from Buffalo Trace Distillery. Bottled at 97 proof, the Weller Single Barrel will be an annual release, starting this Summer.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Old Fitzgerald 9 Year Old Bottled In Bond Bourbon Review (Spring 2020)

This Old Fitzgerald 9 Year Old Bottled In Bond Bourbon is a glassful of goodness all around. If you’re fond of fruit-forward whiskeys, this is your jam—without being jammy. The mouthfeel is unusually fatty and weighty for a 100 proof wheated bourbon, and that’s a plus.

Bourbon News

Introducing Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Bottled in Bond

From the hallowed racks of the Camp Nelson warehouse comes the latest release in the award-winning Wild Turkey® Master’s Keep series – Master’s Keep Bottled in Bond.

Bourbon News

INTRODUCING COLONEL E.H. TAYLOR, JR. 18 YEAR OLD MARRIAGE

Buffalo Trace Distillery continues its homage to former Distillery owner Colonel E. H. Taylor, Jr. with a special release 18 year old bourbon whiskey which is a marriage of three mashbills, two rye bourbon mashbills and one wheated bourbon mashbill.

Podcast

Dancing With Myself – Podcast Episode #2

It’s taken us 25 days but we’ve finally done the impossible. We’ve recorded Episode #2 of the official Bourbon & Banter podcast – Dancing With Myself. Why are we calling it that? Well my friends, you have to listen to it to find out. I promise, it will be worth your time investment.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Dads Drinking Bourbon Willett Family Estate Bourbon Review

I’ve been a fan of Willett for several years going back to when they were releasing sourced barrels, so it’s been interesting watching them transition into their own distillate.

Bourbon News

Announcing “Whiskey From Home” Virtual Bourbon Event

Whiskey From Home includes bourbon history, the best bourbons to buy right now, craft whiskey exploration, how to host a kick-ass tasting, and blind flights.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

RAGGED BRANCH DISTILLERY IS COMING OF AGE

Walking into the VIP area at the Mount Vernon Whiskey Fest back in November, Patti and I see a familiar face and head over to the area where Ragged Branch Distillery Owner Alex Toomy is pouring samples. One bottle in particular, is a barrel proof rye whiskey, 126 proof.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Evan Williams Green Label Bourbon Review

I’m Mr. #RespectTheBottomShelf and when you enter the realm of $10 whiskeys, there’s no doubt where you’re looking – right at the bottom shelf. Evan Williams Green Label is the most basic expression of the brand and is sold in fewer markets than you’d ever guess.

Bourbon News

Buffalo Trace Distillery Announces Kosher Whiskey Release

Buffalo Trace Distillery is releasing what it believes to be the first authentic Kosher Whiskey, under the guidance of the Chicago Rabbinical Council (cRc-Kosher). Buffalo Trace began working with cRc in 2010.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Widow Jane 10 Year Old Bourbon Review

Overall I was pretty impressed with this current expression of Widow Jane 10. This is actually my second review of Widow Jane. I wrote a a review of the Widow Jane 10 Year Old Single Barrel bourbon a few years ago after they sent me a sample to try and I wasn’t a fan.

Podcast

Waffle House Armageddon – A Podcast Debut

As I sit down to write this post, I’m entering my fourth week of working from home and observing my community’s shelter in place mandate. Like many of you, the explosion of “at home” time has led me to tackle quite a few projects.

Tennessee Whiskey Reviews

Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskeys Review

I’ll be honest when I was invited on the PR trip for Uncle Nearest, and I had never tried their product. I did very little research and investigation into the brand to go into the experience with an open mind and an unbiased opinion.

American Whiskey Reviews

Prelude: Courage & Conviction Single Malt Whisky Review

he American Single Malt category continues to experience popularity and growth. While it isn’t meant to mimic its Scotch or Irish counterparts, they do start with the same basic ingredient: 100% malted barley.