Banter

Bourbon FoMO – Fear of Missing Out

I’ve heard a fairly common theme amongst bourbon enthusiasts lately. “I have to grab everything I can because there is far more demand than there are good bottles available.”

Bourbon News

Will Wild Turkey’s Celebrity Marketing Be More Than Skin Deep?

Last week Wild Turkey stunned the world’s bourbon drinking population by announcing that they had hired Matthew McConaughey as the brand’s new Creative Director. (Yep, you read that right – Creative Director, not a celebrity spokesperson.)

On The Road

A Visit with Tenn South Distillery

Tenn South was founded by Clayton Cutler and Blair Butler, an engineer, and a doctor respectively.

Heads & Tails

Heads & Tails: The Alright Alright Alright Edition

Welcome to this week’s installment of Heads & Tails – the Alright Alright Alright Edition. We’ve had one hell of a week here at B&B HQ. So we’re pretty damn excited that it’s Friday and that the weekend is only a matter of hours away.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Angel’s Envy – #Bourbonjourney Review #2

Welcome back to the next stop on our ongoing #bourbonjourney, where today we’ll be taking a second look at the port wine finished bourbon, Angels Envy. During the last week of each month, I pour a dram from the same bottle of Angels Envy and present my thoughts here.

Rum Reviews

Bayou Select Rum Review

As the resident bourbon historian here at Bourbon & Banter, I have a shocking secret to admit: I have a love affair with American rum. When people think of spirits that defined our nation, it’s almost always bourbon and rye whiskey.

Gear

Whiskey Elements Review

You’re in the mood for whiskey, but you’re on a budget. You could take Jeffrey’s advice and respect the bottom shelf; there are certainly some great options for budget boozing.

American Whiskey Reviews

High West Campfire Whiskey Review

If you’re anything like me, you enjoy a wide variety of whiskeys. You might favor a particular style, but you occasionally dip your tastebuds in other styles. Personally, I prefer bourbon, especially those with a higher rye content; that probably explains why I love a good rye whiskey as well.

Heads & Tails

Heads & Tails: It’s About Time It’s Friday Edition

Welcome to this week’s installment of Heads & Tails – the It’s About Time It’s Friday Edition. We’ve had one hell of a week here at B&B HQ. So we’re pretty damn excited that it’s Friday and that the weekend is only a matter of hours away.

Distilleries

Visiting Jack Daniel’s with Fairmont Hotels

In November 2015 Fairmont Hotels did a global relaunch of their cocktail program called Classics. Perfected. The menus were curated by 5 of Fairmont’s top talents or “Tastemakers.”

Scotch Whisky Reviews

Celebrating National Scotch Day with Syndicate 58/6

For those of you active on social media, I’m sure you’ve come to notice that just about every other day is someone’s “Special Day.” Whatever your interest may be, there has likely been a day set aside to not only acknowledge your interest but to celebrate and share your joy with others.

Drink Reviews

Brenne Ten French Whisky Review

Here at Bourbon & Banter, we love our bourbon, but we also embrace whiskeys made all over the world. Today’s post should appeal to the single malt lovers among our readership.

Banter

A Private Barrel Selection in a Control State?!

I like private barrel bourbon selections. Some of the best bourbons I have tasted have been private barrel selections. I have found these in restaurants that we have been in during our travels.

Food

Bubba’s Honey Sting Wings with CC’s Honey Fire BBQ Sauce

The inspiration for this recipe came from my most recent trip to Kentucky where I attended this year’s Kentucky Bourbon Affair. One of this year’s evening events was a dinner with the Russell’s. What a fantastic evening where I was able to spend time with Jimmy, his wife Joretta.

Drink Reviews

Brenne Estate Cask Whisky Review

Sometimes it is ideal to take a break from the full-bodied, in-your-face awesomeness that is American whiskey, and take it easy with a nice single malt from across the seas.

Banter

Want Good Bourbon on the Cheap? Respect the Bottom Shelf.

Many whiskey enthusiasts, myself included, invest a lot of time, energy and, yes, money into finding that next, great whiskey on our Wish List.

Heads & Tails

Heads & Tails: Whiskey Collective Edition

Welcome to this week’s installment of Heads & Tails – The Whiskey Collective Edition. It’s been a busy week around the Bourbon & Banter HQ in St. Louis. We’ve been having a lot of fun hanging out with fellow bourbon and whiskey bloggers who came to town for a bourbon tasting lab hosted by Luxco.

Banter

American Gray Market Whiskey Trading: A User’s Guide #Merica

There is nothing more American than trading whiskey. We fought a little war with Britain for, among other things, the freedom to trade whiskey with whoever we want without unreasonable tax or tariff.

Rye Whiskey Reviews

Union Horse Distilling Reunion Rye Whiskey Review

This is an excellent whiskey that, if you can find it, is delicious, easy drinking and full of rich flavor and a palate coating mouthfeel that extends the experience long after the sip is gone.

Food

People’s Choice Beef Jerky Review: Extra Protein Edition

When Brian Bianchetti from People’s Choice Beef Jerky reached out to us a few weeks ago, it didn’t take long for us to agree to try his family’s jerky a possible review.

Gear

Polar Ice Tray Review

In the world of whiskey, there are lots of arguments over ice: whether it should be used or not? How much to use? What type to use? I believe it is up to the drinker. I enjoy a bit of ice in my whiskey, but, in my opinion, nothing beats a good ice ball instead of cubes.

Heads & Tails

Heads & Tails: Wetter Is Better Than Dry Edition

Welcome to this week’s installment of Heads & Tails – The Wetter is Better Than Dry Edition. This is only the 2nd installment of this new feature but the feedback so far has been fantastic. We’re still working out the layout so don’t be shy in dropping us a note on what you do and don’t like.

Banter

Seagram’s ‘Men Who Play Beyond Tomorrow’ Vintage Ads

We at Bourbon and Banter love classic whisky advertising. A while ago, I stumbled across some pretty amazing Seagram’s ads from back in the 1940’s. These ads predict what the future may look like for the sophisticated Seagram’s drinker. Apparently they are men only…sorry, but it was the 1940’s.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Union Horse Distilling Bourbon Review

Founded in 2010, Lenexa, KS-based Union Horse Distilling Company (Formerly Dark Horse Distillery) is a family owned and operated, grain to bottle craft distillery featuring award winning small batch, artisanal spirits. From milling locally sourced grains to barreling and bottling, everything is done

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

The Angel’s Envy #BourbonJourney Is Under Way!!

Welcome back! I can’t tell you how excited I am to finally pop open my bottle of Angels Envy and get this journey started. I know several of you have already acquired bottles of your own and will be sharing your observations in the comment section at the end of this article.