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MGP Steps Out of the Shadows with Its Own Bourbon
There is a pretty good chance you have tasted whiskey from MGP Distillery, even if you have never purchased a bottle with MGP on the label. For decades, the distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, has been one of the most important behind-the-scenes producers of American...
New Bourbonfool Exclusive Single Barrel Selection
It is the first time that I have depended solely on my own tasting skills
New Event at the EBENEZER Speakeasy
Sign up now for a very special Woodford Reserve tasting, dinner, and more. You will learn the history of Woodford Reserve and the genius of Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris as he made Woodford Reserve into a global brand. Did you know he also created Old...
September 11: Remembering Those Who Ran Toward Danger
There are certain dates that don't need much explanation. September 11 is one of them. Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, 2001, our country experienced a tragedy that changed America forever. Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives that day in New York City, at the...
What Is Cigar Blend Bourbon? The Meaning Behind Cigar Style Whiskey
One of the trends I have been personally following is "cigar style" bourbons and whiskeys.I have been doing research on different tobacco blends in cigars and how they compare to various bourbons. If you've spent any time looking at new bourbon and whiskey releases...
Black Maple Hill Bourbon: The Return of a Whiskey Legend
Every once in a while, a bourbon brand develops a reputation much bigger than the company behind it. Black Maple Hill is one of those brands. Long before bourbon hunting became a competitive sport, Black Maple Hill quietly developed a following among serious whiskey...
Locke + Co. Whiskey: What Does Aspen-Finished Whiskey Taste Like?
With thousands of whiskey bottles competing for our attention, doing something genuinely different has become increasingly difficult. Recently, Locke + Co. Distilling sent me samples of three of their whiskeys: Big Catch Bourbon, Aspen Aged Rye, and Big Blaze Bourbon....
Celebrity Bourbon Brands: Why Fathertime Stands Out
It seems like every few months another celebrity announces a new bourbon brand. Some are deeply involved in creating their whiskey, while others simply lend their name to the label. As bourbon has become more popular over the last two decades, it has also become an...
Whatever Happened to Bourbon Courtesy?
One of the greatest rewards of my bourbon journey has been the people. Over the years, I have made lifelong friends, met legendary distillers, and experienced moments of bourbon history that I never imagined possible. Thankfully, those positive experiences far outnumber the bad ones.
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