Drinking Accessory Reviews

Ice Ball Mold for Perfect Ice Spheres

We’re big fans of ice balls and molds here at Bourbon & Banter. And this prosumer model from Japan is no exception. While the cost is a bit high for our budget at $180, it might just be perfect for those of you who do a lot of entertaining or own a small bar.

Gear News

Bourbon Proof Prints Have Arrived

A little over ten days ago I officially announced the launch of my Bourbon Proof Fine Art Bourbon photos. Last night I received my first personal order of the prints and I couldn’t be happier. They turned out amazing and I can’t wait to put them up on the walls of my office.

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Hunter S. Thompson & Santa Claus

It is all well and good for children and acid freaks to still believe in Santa Claus — but it is still a profoundly morbid day for us working professionals.

Vintage Advertising

Wild Turkey Bourbon Ad Circa 1959

Time to kick off the weekend with a little Wild Turkey circa 1959.  Here’s wishing everyone an enjoyable and safe weekend!

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2012 Bourbon Pilgrimage, Day 2 | Four Roses & Wild Turkey

This is part 2 of what will be a three-part post recapping the 2012 Bourbon & Banter Pilgrimage.

Gear News

Barrel Proof Fine Art Bourbon Photos

I know it’s a Saturday and I usually don’t post anything to the blog, but I’m pretty excited about this one and I couldn’t wait until Monday to share it with everyone. I hope you don’t mind the weekend interruption and some bourbon photos. In addition to my passion for Bourbon, I’m pretty addicted t

Vintage Advertising

Crab Orchard Bourbon Ad Circa 1934

In celebration of Repeal Day this week, we’re going way back to feature this Crab Orchard Bourbon ad from 1934. Looks like the bourbon distilleries wasted no time in getting their ads back into the market and attacking those that were selling inferior booze due to the boom in sales.

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An Old Fashion Mystery

I was contacted today by a woman researching some Old Fashion glasses she recently bought. She’s trying to discover the origin of the glasses that seem to tell the story of the Old Fashion drink recipe.

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Hangover Cures From Around The World

As we head into the busy holiday drinking season I thought I should post this list of Hangover Cures From Around The World as a public service announcement those readers who may find themselves in need of assistance.

Gear News

Introducing The Shot Flask

“The Shot Flask is a drinking flask with a twist. In addition to its premium, stainless steel & bonded leather wrapping, the Shot Flask contains a hidden cup allowing you to pour a precise 2-ounce shot whenever and wherever desired.

Whiskey in the Winter Recap

Winter is the perfect time of year to enjoy whiskey. So when I heard that Synergy Productions was holding their first ever “Whiskey in the Winter” event on Saturday, December 1st, I knew I had to attend.

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Antique Kentucky Bourbon Ad Circa 1962

Today’s vintage bourbon ad comes from 1962 and features Antique Kentucky Bourbon. You can find a good discussion about this brand over on StraightBourbon.com.

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Hanging Out With Tom Bulleit

Had a blast last night hanging out with Tom Bulleit at an industry event hosted by the fine folks over at Wirtz Beverage Group. I’m going to post a more detailed entry about the event in a few days but I wanted to put a final call out for any questions people would like me to ask Tom Bulleit.

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Q&A with Trey Zoeller of Jefferson’s Bourbon

A few weeks ago I sat down with Trey Zoeller of Jefferson’s Bourbon before our bourbon dinner & tasting.  I was able to ask him a few Bourbon & Banter questions, along with some reader-submitted questions. Here’s a recap of our conversation.

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Just a few things…

Just a few things to share with everyone this morning and since my coffee is running low, I keep things short and simple. 1.  Wednesday evening I’m going to  spend a little time with Tom Bulleit of Bulleit Bourbon.

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Bourbon Flavor Wheel

When I first started drinking bourbon I would hear people refer to things like vanilla, toasted oak, and tobacco leaf when they would describe a bourbon they were drinking. I knew that they were trying to explain the taste of the bourbon but try as hard I might I just couldn’t drink a glass of bourb

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Old Crow Bourbon Ad Circa 1962

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed some time with family and friends. As for myself I ate too much, kept falling asleep and enjoyed many a glass of bourbon. As you work on overcoming your turkey coma today I thought you’d enjoy this Old Crow Bourbon ad from 1962.

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American Drinking Habits

Stumbled across this “Boozin” infographic that illustrates American drinking habits and thought everyone would enjoy it as well.   Based data supplied by the Department of the Treasury there’s some pretty interesting findings contained within the infographic.

Events

Jefferson’s Bourbon Dinner Recap

This past Thursday evening Bourbon & Banter hosted a bourbon dinner and tasting featuring Jefferson’s Bourbon at Glen Echo Country Club in St. Louis.

Vintage Advertising

Meadwood Straight Bourbon Ad Circa 1938

Today’s vintage bourbon ad comes from Meadwood Straight Bourbon circa 1938.  The ad’s a little small and hard to read but I like how they get right to the basics with the copy. “Why Pay More? Try the only real test of a whiskey. Pur some in a glass and drink it.”

Events

A St. Louis Whiskey Festival

Today’s post is for all of my whiskey friends living in St. Louis and surrounding areas. The good folks over at Synergy Productions are putting the Whiskey In The Winter festival on December 1st. Yours truly is going to be there and I hope to see some familiar faces.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Hudson Baby Bourbon Review

About 2 months ago I attended a whiskey tasting at The Wine & Cheese Place in St. Louis featuring Tuthilltown Spirits Hudson Whiskey line.  The tasting was led by Tuthilltown’s very own Gable Erenzo – the son of the founder and the brand’s leading ambassador.

Food

Bourbon Marshmallow & Bacon S’mores

Bourbon Marshmallow Bacon S’more. The name pretty much says it all, don’t you think? I came across this recipe last night on how sweet it is and immediately tweeted it out to the bourbon loving masses.

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Mark Twain Bourbon Quote Shirts & Stuff

Just a brief update for everyone this morning. I’m pleased to announce we added our 2nd design to the Bourbon & Banter online store this weekend. Our newest design should appeal to not only bourbon lovers, but also cigar aficionados and Mark Twain devotees.

2012 Bourbon Pilgrimage, Day 1 | Buffalo Trace Distillery

It’s hard to believe that just over 4 weeks ago the 2012 Bourbon & Banter Pilgrimage kicked-off with a behind the scenes hard hat tour at the Buffalo Trace distillery.  It’s taken me a lot longer than expected to begin posting about the Pilgrimage but as they say ‘better late than never’. On Thursda