BourbonBlog.com just spoke with Maker’s Mark Master Distiller Kevin Smith as he was thieving some Maker’s 46 from the barrels where the finishing process occurs. Kevin Smiths tells us that now after 7 weeks of the finishing process, the whiskey is tasting just as it should be. “It’s that nose which develops first on Maker’s… Read more »
Tres Leches Triple Cream Liqueur – Let’s Talk Finish
I was prepared to run the commonly-trod ground of the tasting (nose, taste, finish.) I was absolutely ready to do the necessary research, phone calls and back-work that lay the grounds for a great review. Then I tasted this product- Tres Leches Triple Cream Liqueur. I was struck not only by its textural and flavor… Read more »
Bacon Bourbon Caramel Corn
What was once an underground trend that had the shock value of, “Did he just say he put some bacon in that Bourbon whiskey?” has now found it’s way to Bacon Bourbon Caramel Corn by Salted Caramel of Chicago. The Bourbon whiskey intensifies the richness of the caramel, and balances the saltiness of the bacon… Read more »
Julep Ball Pre-Derby Eve
Gracious Hospitality and Gonzo Journalism at the Galt House Kentucky Derby Eve and half of the Bourbonblog.com team at the Barnstable-Brown Gala on their way while and the other half split to cover the Julep Ball at the Galt House Ballroom. We couldn’t have been more happy with the turnout and the vibrancy of the… Read more »
Tuthilltown Spirits New York Whiskey Review
Whiskey: New York Whiskey Distillery: Tuthilltown Spirits, Gardiner, New York Proof: 46% ABV; 92 proof Age: Aged under 4 years in American Oak Notes: This is Tuthilltown’s version of sour mash, combining the best of every batch in a given week into a single mash. Each batch of New York Whiskey is a totally different… Read more »
Smackin-Cracklin Bacon
BourbonBlog.com brings you what could be the best bacon you’ll ever eat…simply add a little Rum to your morning! Here’s our own recipe for “Smackin-Cracklin Bacon” below. For more lip smackin’ recipes using spirits like Rum and Bourbon to make your favorite dishes even better , subscribe to our free Bourbon newsletter here. Smackin-Cracklin Bacon Recipe… Read more »
Hudson Baby Bourbon Whiskey Review
Bourbon: Hudson Baby Bourbon Whiskey Distillery: Tuthilltown Spirits, Gardiner, New York Proof: 46% ABV; 92 proof Age: Aged under 4 years in American Oak Notes: First legal pot-distilled whiskey to be produced in New York Hudson Valley since prohibition, made with 100% New York Corn. Label reads year 10, batch 2, bottle 78. Color: Medium… Read more »
Whisky Tasting with Rick Wasmund of Copper Fox Distillery at Wesport Whiskey and Wine
In Louisville you can meet one of America’s greatest craft distillers tonight as Rick Wasmund, founder of Copper Fox Distillery. He will be doing a whisky tasting at Westport Whiskey and Wine tonight, Thursday May 6, 2010 from 6:30 – 8 pm on 1115 Herr Ln Louisville, KY. The cost is $10, and for that… Read more »
Kentucky Derby 136 and interview with Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear from Winner’s Circle and more
BourbonBlog.com at Kentucky Derby 136 where we capture an interview Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear from the Winner’s Circle, footage of Calvin Borel riding Super Saver to victory, and the wet and muddy infield. Watch the video episode below. × Special thanks to Churchill Downs, Cinephreak Pictures, Four Roses Bourbon
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