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E. H. Taylor Cured Oak and the $1,100 Question: Is Any Bourbon Worth Paying 10 Times MSRP?
When I reviewed E. H. Taylor Cured Oak Bourbon recently, I expected the conversation to focus on the whiskey itself. Instead, nearly every follow-up discussion drifted toward one number. Eleven hundred dollars. The suggested retail price is around $80, yet bottles...
Whiskey and Independence: The Forgotten Spirit of America’s Fourth of July
We fire up the grill, watch fireworks light up the night sky, and perhaps raise a glass in honor of the freedoms won nearly 250 years ago.
Shenk’s Homestead vs. Bomberger’s Declaration. Which Michter’s Legacy Whiskey Is Right for You?
Every year, there are a handful of whiskey releases that immediately capture my attention. The annual Michter's Legacy Series is always near the top of that list. While some limited releases rely on clever marketing or flashy packaging, Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash...
Yellowstone Recollection: The Perfect Father’s Day Bourbon
Yellowstone Recollection stands out as an ideal Father’s Day gift for bourbon lovers, combining a rich 8-year-old bourbon with a heritage-inspired bottle design that reflects its historical roots. With mature oak and delightful notes, it appeals to both seasoned collectors and casual drinkers, making it a memorable addition to any shelf.
Knob Creek Blender’s Edition No. 1 and Why Bourbon Drinkers Are Finally Catching a Break
That’s good news for bourbon drinkers, and Knob Creek Blender’s Edition No. 1 may be one of the best examples of why.
The Bourbon Boom Is Over… And That Might Be Great for Bourbon Drinkers
The bourbon boom is over. For years, bourbon drinkers lived through the whiskey version of the Hunger Games. Grown adults stood in liquor store parking lots at 7 a.m., hoping to score a bottle of Weller. Facebook groups tracked Buffalo Trace delivery schedules like...
Straight Whiskey vs Blended Whiskey
American whiskey can generally be divided into two major categories: straight whiskey and blended whiskey. While both legally qualify as American whiskey, they differ dramatically in production methods, flavor, quality, and price. American Straight Whiskey American...
Kentucky Bourbon and the Kentucky Derby: A Perfect Pairing of Tradition
Certain pairings in life make sense. Steak and a good cabernet. Cigars and a slow-burning evening on the porch. And in the state of Kentucky, nothing feels more natural than Kentucky Bourbon and the Kentucky Derby. It’s not just a coincidence. It’s history, culture,...
What is Cigar Blend Bourbon?
Origin, First Use, and What It Really Means Walk into any well-stocked whiskey shop today, and you’re likely to see it on a label: Cigar Blend or Cigar Batch. It sounds specific, intentional, and it sounds like it should mean something concrete. This article will help...
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