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Buffalo Trace Distillery Releasing Weller Full Proof Bourbon

Fans of W.L. Weller Bourbon Whiskey from Buffalo Trace Distillery are in for a treat, as the Distillery announces a new bourbon offering from the original wheated brand, Weller Full Proof.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Rhetoric Bourbon: All Six Releases Reviewed

There’s a lot to love about Diageo’s recent press-sample release of Rhetoric Bourbon. For one, the company’s generosity with old, pricey whiskeys can’t be overlooked.

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Coopers’ Craft Finds Itself in Coopers’ Craft Barrel Reserve

A few years ago, I wrote that Coopers’ Craft – a new lower proof bourbon to hit the market out of Brown Forman – was experiencing a bit of an identity crisis.

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Irish Whiskey Reviews

Powers John’s Lane 12 Year Old Irish Whiskey Review

I’ve been a fan of Irish whiskey for about 20 years but have never drank a lot of it. During that time however, I have thoroughly enjoyed having a pour from time to time. My favorites include Jameson Rarest Vintage, Redbreast Cask Strength and Power’s John Lane 12 Year.

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The Dublin Whiskey Experience

Phil Lynott, the late lead singer of Irish rock band Thin Lizzy (pronounced Tin Lizzy in the Irish accent), is still revered in his native Dublin, Ireland. In fact, he is immortalized in a bronze statue that sits just outside Bruxelles Pub in downtown Dublin.

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Scotch Whisky Reviews

Son of a Peat Batch 02 Whisky Review

I would say that it is. Remember back when blended whiskies were in vogue and more sought after than single malts? Well, neither do I, but I understand that used to be the case.

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Scotch Whisky Reviews

Auchentoshan Three Wood Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review

I first tasted Auchentoshan early this year. It was a 17-year independent bottling sold exclusively at Vom Fass, and I fell in love. I felt an immediate need to find other expressions of Auchentoshan to taste what I’d been missing.

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The Whiskey Rebellion Book Review

William Hogeland’s ‘The Whiskey Rebellion’ was published in 2006, well before the Bourbon Boom, and well before Lin Manuel Miranda had children rapping about Alexander Hamilton as a hero. Brilliant though Hamilton was, he was tone-deaf and out of touch with the people.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Barrell Dovetail Bourbon Review

Barrell Dovetail is another #DrinkCurious story for me. I have never been a fan of cask finished whiskeys. I’ve never bought a bottle of finished whiskey and every time I’ve tried one I’ve been less than impressed.

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Things To Do In Wisconsin When You’re Frozen (But Not Dead)

Polar Vortex. Snowpocalypse. Armageddon. Hell. Whatever you want to call it, I think everyone was aware of the once-in-a-generation cold blast that recently hit the Midwest.

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Japanese Whisky Reviews

Nikka Coffey Still Whisky Double-Review and Comparison

As I was venturing into the world of Japanese whisky, I purposefully avoided two bottles produced by Nikka. Read why I was wrong and why you might really like "Coffey Whisky."

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Three Chord Bourbon Review

TONAL VIBRATIONS! Seriously, the moment I heard about tonal vibrations being used in the aging process for bourbon, one eyebrow raised up so far it could have hit an airplane passing by.

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Four Roses to Extend Permanent Lineup with New Bourbon

The fourth rose is being added to Four Roses’ permanent lineup of Bourbons. The introduction of Four Roses Small Batch Select will be the distillery’s first permanent product-line extension in more than 12 years, joining Four Roses Single Barrel, Four Roses Small Batch and Four Roses Bourbon.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Barrell Craft Spirits Bourbon 15 Year Review

When I saw that Fred Minnick rated this Best American Whiskey of 2018, I knew I’d have to check it out. Either I’d be the cool kid who got to say he was terribly wrong, or I’d be the cool kid who snagged a bottle just in time.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Booker’s 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bourbon Review

From its explosive nose to its punch-in-the-mouth flavor and texture, this is what Booker’s fans love. Booker Noe himself created his namesake brand to be powerful, and it does not disappoint.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Goodwood Stout Barrel Finish Bourbon Review

There is an old saying that goes: there is no use in crying over spilled milk and fallen bourbon rickhouses. Okay, so I may have taken artistic liberties with the latter half of the saying but you’ll see where I am going with this.

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Burns Night, or How to Auld Lang Syne

When you write for a bourbon website with a tagline of #DrinkCurious you get unique opportunities to do just that. When you’re an adventurous couple with the family motto of “We do not let fear determine our future” you relish those unique opportunities to #DrinkCurious and expand your worldview.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Stagg Jr. – Batch #11 Bourbon Review

The mouthfeel was thin and light, something very strange for Stagg, Jr. Flavors of vanilla and nuts were at the front palate. That was followed by a peppery middle. What happened to all of that cherry?

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Basic Beer to Bourbon Bliss: A Tasting

For many, the holiday season is a time of cheer, thankfulness, and family fun. For those of us who have chosen to live away from our families, it is a time when there’s extra stress in planning meals, sleeping arrangements, and activities for said long-distance family who come to visit.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Ragged Branch Distillery 4 Year Bourbon Release & Review

Ragged Branch Distillery started Bourbon Heritage Month off with a bang by releasing their first Non Age Stated Bourbon. Over eight years in the making this is an exciting time for a new distillery.

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Bourbon & Bullets Book Review

I am comfortable admitting that I likely wouldn’t have read Bourbon & Bullets: True Stores of Whiskey, War and Military Service if John Tramazzo hadn’t sent me a copy of it.

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Happy Whiskey New Year 2019

This time of year, everyone is publishing their “Best of” lists, remembering those who passed away in the course of the year, and making resolutions for the new year. It’s customary in the whiskey world for bloggers and writers to publish their versions as well. But here’s the thing.

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Bourbon Balls: The All Year Long Christmas Cookie

Christmas is not Christmas without cookies. Growing up in the Midwest, Christmas cookies are a huge thing. Every year my mom would spend weeks making dozens upon dozens of Christmas cookies.

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Bourbon Santa’s Tips for a Spirited Holiday Season

Join us as Banta (Bourbon Santa) shares his pro tips for enjoying a spirited holiday season.

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Japanese Whisky Reviews

Hibiki Japanese Harmony Whisky Review

This is a severe departure from a bourbon-bomb that’s single-barrel or cask-strength. It is appropriate that the brand’s own notes include the phrase “a full orchestra of flavors.” If a high-proofed bourbon is rock-and-roll, then this is truly a classical masterpiece.