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The Architecture of the Shot Book Review

If you walk into a bar these days, you’ll see machines that can dispense chilled shots of Jaegermeister, Fireball, or whatever the local favorite college hangover inducer is.

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Bourbon Flash Sale – 10% Off Everything

If you’ve been holding off picking up something special for the bourbon lover in your life today’s the day to finally pull the trigger. We’re offering 10% off everything in our store today and tomorrow only.

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2015 Bourbon Holiday Gift Guide

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Now that the holiday season has officially begun we’d like to share with you our picks for this year’s 2015 Bourbon Holiday Gift Guide. In this year’s guide you’ll find a wide array of items that just about any bourbon lover would enjoy.

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Maker’s Mark Third Still Now Operational

Our friends over at Maker’s Mark just sent us this update regarding their plans to expand the distillery which were originally shared with the public back in 2014. After a great deal of time and effort, Maker’s Mark Distillery’s third still is live and the bourbon is flowing!

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Recap of St. Louis’ Whiskey Festival – Whiskey in the Winter

This past Friday night I attend St. Louis’ whiskey festival – Whiskey in the Winter – along with fellow Bourbon & Banter writer, Lindsey Wehking. As a proud sponsor of the event again this year, we were thrilled to see even more folks attending than last year.

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Highlights from Whiskies of the World Atlanta

First off, let me say that the folks running Whiskies of the World really know how to throw a fantastic event. Of course, they delivered on the whiskey, but there were other (highly appreciated) touches that pulled the event together and made WOW ATL a welcome and inviting atmosphere.

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Whiskey in the Winter 2015 VIP Ticket Winners

Congrats!!! Allison Barker & Tim Lewis

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Joe Louis Bourbon Revisited

This week I was reminded why I love bourbon so much. It has this ability to bring people together to share stories and life experiences like no other alcohol. Case in point, I posted an old whiskey ad featuring Joe Louis bourbon back in May of 2013.

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It’s Bourbon For Your Wall – 2016 Bourbon Calendar

Today we’re happy to announce that the 2016 version of our bourbon calendar is now available for order. The 2016 edition includes the same photos and layout as last year’s edition but with a few additional drinking holidays added to the calendar.

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Have A Safe and Spirited Halloween

We want to wish everyone a safe, yet spirited Halloween this weekend. And with all the craziness taking place in front of my house for the ridiculous Exorcism Live event I thought this photo was most appropriate.

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Update: Angel’s Envy Will Plant 4,000 White Oak Trees

A quick follow-up regarding a post we did on Angel’s Envy’s “Toasts The Trees” initiative from early September. We’ll let the official press release do the talking.

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Drinking Accessory Reviews

Vinturi Spirit Aerator Review

Anyone that drinks wine on a regular basis knows what an aerator can do for a bottle of wine. But did you know some people claim they can do the same for spirits – especially whiskey?

The Century Bar Or Bust – A Bourbon Road Trip

The Century Bar Or Bust – A Bourbon Road Trip

Next weekend I’ll be traveling to Richmond, IN for my 20th college reunion. While I’m excited to be going back and seeing the changes to my former campus and connecting with old friends, what I’m really looking forward to is going up to pay a visit to my good friends at The Century bourbon bar.

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Five Reasons you can’t miss Whiskies of the World Atlanta

WOTW Atlanta offers more than 200 expressions of bourbon, scotch, Canadian, Irish, and other whiskies from around the world for you to taste (challenge accepted.)

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Throwback Thursday Bourbon Style

Thought we’d hop on the Throwback Thursday trend today and revisit some of the great vintage bourbon ads we’ve shared over the years. If you enjoy what you see below make sure to check out our Bourbon Ads Pinterest board as well as our complete list of vintage bourbon ads posted to the blog.

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Drizly Alcohol Delivery: A Win for Pants-less Drinking

You know what blows? Wearing pants. Specifically, the social obligation to do so in order to consume alcohol in public. Judge me if you must, but I am hard pressed to believe anyone enjoys wearing pants while drinking.

See You At Whiskey In The Winter 2015

The weather is changing and they days are getting shorter. It can only mean one thing. That’s right, it’s whiskey drinking season! There’s no better way to celebrate the season than to attend the 4th Annual Whiskey in the Winter on November 20, 2015.

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Bourbon Patriot Flag Pre-Order Sale

We’re excited to finally offer our Bourbon Patriot Flag for pre-order. It’s taken a bit longer than anticipated to bring this to life in true flag form but hope you feel it was worth the wait.

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Sukkah Hill Spirits Review & Cocktails

Today we have a pair of liqueurs from Sukkah Hill Spirits: Etrog and Besamim. If those words sound unfamiliar to you, know that they have their roots in Judaism. The etrog is a citron used in the week-long festival of Sukkot.

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The Bourbon Tasting Notebook Review – The Fitness Tracker of Bourbon

One of my favorite memories during my time with Bourbon & Banter was when I made the trek over to St. Louis from DC for Mike Veach’s Filson Bourbon Academy.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

That ’70s Tasting featuring Cabin Still and Old Crow

A few weeks ago I received an email from Josh Peters over at The Whiskey Jug asking if I’d be interested in taking part in a group review of some 1970’s era Cabin Still and Old Crow bourbon he’d gotten his hands on recently.

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Rebel Rita Cocktail featuring Rebel Yell

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11 Problems Every Bourbon Lover Understands

There’s only a few days left in Bourbon Heritage month which undoubtedly will be causing many of you to shed a tear in sorrow this week. In an attempt to cheer you up I’ve compiled a list of 11 problems every bourbon lover understands.

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Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Smooth Ambler Old Scout Bourbon Review

I have to admit that I’m very wary of the “craft” spirits movement, especially when that really just involves companies slapping overpriced label art on a bottle of 4-6 year old MGP juice and calling it their own.