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Bourbon Across America Road Trip #1

I’m super stoked to announce Bourbon & Banter’s first Bourbon Across America Road Trip. We’re heading up to The Century Bar in Dayton, OH for our first trip. I’ve posted about The Century Bar in the past and have spent time with some of their folks on last year’s Bourbon & Banter Pilgrimage.

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Asleep in the Wood – Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Documentary

Special thanks to B&B member Dennis Nelson for bringing this documentary about Pappy Van Winkle bourbon to my attention this week. Created by Joe York for the Southern Food Alliance, it’s a brief peek into the world of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon via interview footage with Julian Van Winkle III.

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Old Grand Dad Bourbon Ad Circa 1958

Today’s featured vintage bourbon ad is from 1958 and features Old Grand Dad Bourbon. It’s a pretty plain and simple ad on the surface. But look deeper. I think there’s a lesson here that Maker’s Mark should have studied before making their announcement a few weeks ago.

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Happy Anniversary Bourbon & Banter

A year ago today I published the first post on BourbonBanter.com entitled. “Welcome Fellow Bourbon Lovers“. My goal was to simply build upon the success of the Bourbon & Banter Facebook page and meet some new friends who also happened to be bourbon lovers.

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New Product Alert: Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon

I’m excited to announce that Jimmy and Eddie Russell are releasing their first ever Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel bourbon this month. We’re told the juice is between 8-9 years old versus the 10-year that is standard for Russell’s Reserve.

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Jefferson’s Bourbon Small Batch Match Game

The folks at Jefferson’s Bourbon launched their Jefferson’s Bourbon Small Batch Match Game last week. It’s an online game where you have a chance to win cash prizes that are paid out in $2 bills. I’ve already played a few times without any success which means your odds are still pretty good.

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National Distillers Bourbon Ad Circa 1942

I came across this National Distillers bourbon ad from 1942 and immediately knew it was the perfect ad to post this week.

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Interview With Britt Chavanne

Are you a fan of any of these bourbons? Willett Pot Still Reserve Bourbon Rowan’s Creek Noah’s Mill Johnny Drum Old Bardstown Kentucky Vintage Pure Kentucky Bourbon If so, I’ve got a great video for you featuring Kentucky Bourbon Distiller’s very own, Britt Chavanne.

Gear News

Introducing Barrel Strength Bourbon Posters

We’re excited to announce that our new Barrel Strength Bourbon Posters are now available for purchase. These original posters have been created from photos taken by Bourbon & Banter’s founder, Patrick “Pops” Garrett, during the 2012 Bourbon & Banter Pilgrimage.

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“Snowtorius BIG” Bourbon Strategy

When you’re faced with bad weather you need a good Bourbon strategy. As Snowtorius BIG approaches the East Coast we recommend following Bourbon & Banter’s Bourbon Strategy to ensure that you survive the weekend. Consider this our “minimal” recommendation.

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Bellows Bourbon Ad Circa 1965

In 1965 this ad from Bellows Bourbon hit the local newsstand. Instead of relying on fancy photography, clever packaging or beautiful women, Bellow’s decided to rely on the pure appeal of their brand name and 134 years of experience. Good idea?

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The Century Bar

When I first announced last year’s Bourbon & Banter Pilgrimage,  I immediately received an email from a woman in Ohio asking me to hold a few spots on the tour. She told me that she owned a bar and that she wanted to surprise her bartender with a ticket on our tour.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Bulleit Bourbon 10 Year Review

Bulleit Bourbon has always been one of my favorites. It’s easy to drink, priced right and has a nice story surrounding the brand and its founder, Tom Bulleit.

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February Bourbon Wallpaper

Did everybody survive the Super Bowl blackout without incident? I hope no one ran out of Bourbon as a result of the extra time needed to watch the full game. Whether your team won or lost yesterday, I’ve got just the thing to brighten your Monday.

Cocktails

Wild Turkey Bourbon Drink Recipes

Are you still looking for a few Bourbon inspired drink recipes to fuel your Super Bowl party? We’ve got a few Wild Turkey Bourbon drink recipes to share today courtesy of the folks over at Wild Turkey.

Vintage Advertising

Four Roses Bourbon Ad Circa 1945

Welcome to February! One down, eleven to go as they say. Today’s we’re featuring an interesting ad from Four Roses Bourbon that appeared in 1945.  Not quite sure if it conjures up the image they’re referring to in the ad, but I have to give them credit for trying something a little different.

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Q&A With Tom Bulleit

Back in November, I had the opportunity to attend a tasting event and meet Tom Bulleit in person. I was even luckier in that I was able to spend a good amount of time with him one-on-one after most of the guests had left for the evening.

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Bourbon Schwag Winners Update

We’re 1.5 weeks into the 30 Days of Bourbon Schwag giveaway and we’ve drawn a total of 6 winners. That means we’ve added over 600 new fans to our Bourbon & Banter Facebook page. Wow! Words cannot express how thrilled we are to have so many new Bourbon lovers join our page.

Vintage Advertising

Old Mr Boston Bourbon Ad Circa 1942

It’s been a busy week in Bourbon & Banter land since we launched our 30 Days of Bourbon Schwag Giveaway. We hope you’ve taken a moment to get yourself entered to win some cool Bourbon-themed items over the next 30 days as we head into our 1 year anniversary.

Food

Influenza Sorbet

Can a sorbet infused with Bourbon really cure the flu? What if it costs as much as $12? Still not buying it? It may not cure the flu, but a lot of folks think that Influenza Sorbet from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams does a fantastic job of treating the flu’s symptoms.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Baker’s Bourbon Review

This was my first time tasting Baker’s, as it was never really on my radar before receiving some samples from Beam. I’d read a lot of mixed reviews on Baker’s so I wasn’t sure what to expect.

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30 Days of Bourbon Schwag

It’s hard to believe but we’re quickly coming up on our 1-year anniversary. In fact, we’re only 30-days out from this very exciting milestone on February 21st. To celebrate our first year, we’re launching “30 Days of Bourbon Schwag”.

Vintage Advertising

Ten High Bourbon Circa 1937

I’ve got a unique vintage Bourbon ad for everyone today circa 1937. This one features Ten High Bourbon and illustrates how to double your enjoyment of golf. Not only is it speaking to a very specific audience but it’s a two-page spread from Life Magazine.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Basil Hayden’s Bourbon Review

Now that 2013 is well under way I thought I should get back into the swing of things and start posting some Bourbon reviews. To kick things off we’re featuring a Basil Hayden’s Bourbon review for your reading pleasure.

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Ice Gone Wrong: LED Ice Cubes Detect Overdrinking

Everyone knows I love a good piece of ice in my Bourbon on occasion but these LED ice cubes are playing on an entirely different level.