Master Distiller Emeritus Willie Pratt passed yesterday on December 27, 2020. He was a friend to both the Bourbon whiskey community and also to the spirits industry. Responsible for the Michter’s US 1 series of Bourbon, Rye, American, and Sour Mash Whiskey, he was also good-naturedly referred to as “Dr. No.” Here is why…
Moët Hennessy, a world leader in luxury wines and spirits, has agreed to become WhistlePig’s partner in bringing its premier aged rye whiskey to consumers in selected markets around the world. In addition, as part of this agreement, Moët Hennessy has acquired an undisclosed minority stake in WhistlePig Rye Whiskey of Shoreham, Vermont.
Our private virtual whiskey tasting series continues, so join us with friends at Louisville, Kentucky’s Rabbit Hole Distillery this Friday by signing up and we will taste Cavehill Bourbon Whiskey, Heigold Bourbon Whiskey, Boxergrail Rye, Rabbit Hole Dareringer PX Sherry Cask Bourbon Whiskey.
Holiday gift ideas for Bourbon lovers? Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey releases its annual holiday Bourbon bottle for 2020, which this year features the festive artwork by renowned UK-based architect Nick Hirst. The art was inspired by scenes of the Versailles, Kentucky Distillery.
The Craft Beverage Expo and Distribution Conference (CBE) goes virtual for events – including Women in Craft – in 2020 and 2021! This is only conference and expo dedicated to independent beverage producers including beer, wine, spirits, saki and all beverages. Happening December 2nd and 3rd, learn how you can attend for free.
A very rare American Light whiskey that was distilled in 1992 and dumped in 2018 is being released as a 25-year-old expression by Proof and Wood Ventures. Thus, it is 100 seasons old. Only 500 bottles were produced of this limited edition release.
The Last Drop Distillers Autumn Collection coming in November consists of rare Buffalo Trace Bourbon distilled in 1980, a 43-year-old Jamaican Rum from 1976, and a vintage Grand Champagne Cognac from 1959 from France from the vintage spirits collection. With only 240 bottles available, the Bourbon is $4,600 a bottle.
Russell’s Reserve 2003 Bourbon Whiskey is a limited edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon aged at least 16 years old. Only 3,600 bottles at $250. Master Distiller Eddie Russell says this last of the 107-barrel-entry-proof whiskey at Wild Turkey with a flavor reminiscent of the mid-1980s to early 1990s.
Kings County Distillery of Brooklyn, New Work releases their new 7-Year Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey. The Brooklyn distillery says this is their oldest release to date with more old Bourbon whiskeys to be released to coincide with their 10th-year birthday celebrations. We speak with distiller and co-founder Colin Spoelman.
Stranahan’s Blue Peak Colorado Whiskey is added to Stranahan’s Colorado Rocky Mountain whiskeys. The Denver, Colorado distillery couples Stranahan’s high altitude distillation process and aging methods with a Solera finish, a maturation process typically used in wine, resulting in a rich and mellow whiskey.
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