80-84 pointsGood: a solid, well-made whisky 311 - Appropriate Pricing, Surplus of Sourcing, As bourbon grows with popularity, so do the prices.
But what does this mean? Our rating scheme is: 95-100 pointsClassic: a great whisky Cheers! google_ad_client: "ca-pub-4794434564059190", Want! Happy Hunting! 289 - Taking Makers Mark From a Regional to a Gregg Walker joins the show to share some inside stories about the history at Maker's Mark. Each whiskey (150 bourbon barrels and 50 rye barrels from MGP we imagine) is blended and proofed to be as unique as the horse on the label. Luscious mouthfeel. The middle-child of Springbank releases demonstrates why it will always be a classic. Featuring a mash bill of non-GMO grains at 65% corn, 30% rye, and 5% malted barley. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({ Whiskey Quickie: Dubliner Irish Whiskey Review, This 3 year old whiskey is 80 proof and $30 MSRP. From Pennsylvania to Kentucky. Breaking Bourbon takes over the BTAC Release map. Bottled at its original 125-barrel entry proof, this will hopefully be worth the chase. We are really excited to try this one but our hopes of finding it in the bars of the UK are rather low. TWiB: Union Agrees to Heaven Hill Contract, 66 Union workers have agreed to a deal with Heaven Hill which settles the strike. }); Click Here If you Would Like to Contribute & Help Our Site Grow, The Wednesday wobble is in full swing on International Chess Day, so why not check out some international whiskies, Friend of the Bourbon Gents, Master Distiller Brent Elliott selected and mingled six of the Four Roses 10 Bourbon, The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky. These are some of the most annoying trends with bourbon releases. Part 2: The Secondary Last week, we kicked off the series of analyzing Bourbon & Banter's article on "Is Bourbon Broken?" Well it's just an old bourbon. This non-age stated bourbon is 134.4 proof. The oldest AND highest proofed offering you can currently find from Old Forester. Pinot Noir Barriques are the latest choice in Longrow's long history with unique wine finishing barrels. However, as its not been on our wish list before, please forgive us. We've compiled a list of allocated bottles in 2021. This non-age stated bourbon is 107 proof and $90 MSRP. Kilchoman pairs Madeira casks with Machir Bay for their second small batch release in the United States. 302 - Instagram and Bourbon with Scotch and Tim What does it mean to be an influencer? Whiskey Quickie: Jack Daniel's 10 Year Old Review. We only reached the 20% mark when looking back at what we had managed to try from last years list (we really must do better). The Neat Drinker's Association picks an Elijah Craig single barrel with attitude. You've got a lot of choices when it comes to whiskey reviews and we hope that you'll make us one of your regular sources for our favorite drink. Lets not forget, dreams do come true. This 2019 Cask Strength release eschews bourbon for sherry barrels. Heaven Hill will start hiring permanent replacement workers. 332 - What happened to George T Stagg and why d We've taken a bit of a hiatus, but we're back and we've got two topics that are hot. Find a retailer near you. Whiskey Quickie: Still Austin The Musician Review, This 2 year old bourbon is 98.4 proof and $45 MSRP. New Riff launches Red Turkey Wheat bourbon, 328 - How to BBQ & Bourbon Right with Malcom Reed. If you are in the Nashville area, the name Ingram is well known for philanthropy. Four Grains, low barrel entry proof, toasted and charred barrels, what's not to love? Our favourite exports. Cheers! This 7 year old bourbon is 122.4 proof and $150 MSRP. Single barrel picks are the new unicorns. 306 - The Largest Liquor Retailer You Never Kne We talk to the largest liquor retailer that you never knew aboutKroger. Kroger's ultimate bourbon auction will begin on 11/10 with some unicorns up for bids. You may not know that name, but you've likely heard of his store in Massachusetts called Julio's Liquors. 312 - From Grapes to Grains with Lisa Wicker of Lisa Wicker should be a household name to any bourbon enthusiast. This rapid aged rye whiskey is 100 proof and $40 MSRP (375mL). TWiB: No more "Jr" in Stagg Jr, Drizly's Data f Buffalo Trace announced that it will be dropping the word Jr. from Stagg Jr. Drizly shares the data collected for gift-giving whiskeys. enable_page_level_ads: true He discovered that when bourbon begins evaporating, it creates a web that resembles constellations in the dark sky. An old favorite loses its 10 year old age statement. Losing its Bottled In Bond designation (and 6 year age statement), is Very Old Barton still the darling of the bottom shelf? There's a few OGs in the world of whiskey, and one of the most notable names is Ryan Maloney. TWiB: MGP Gets Rebranded, KY Owl Construction B MGP gets a somewhat rebrand to Ross & Squibb Distillery, Stoli hires David Mandell to lead KY Owl construction, and Buffalo Trace releases the details for the 2021 Antique Collection, but there's a big hitter missing this year. Luxco slides into a segment ignored up until now, single barrel wheated bourbon at high proof and low cost. 327 - Is Bourbon Broken? This really is a legend of a whiskey with a complicated background (sorry, wonderful story). This 3 year old rye is 105 proof and $80 MSRP. Willet? Laphroaig's 2020 Cairdeas brings some fruity sweetness to the peat party. Cigars they are one of the best ways to enjoy a nice glass of bourbon. 315 - Analyzing Pappygate and Whitehouse Execut On this Bourbon Community Roundtable, we do an in-depth analysis of The Bourbon King, two episodes from the Netflix series Heist. A fruit bomb throughout if this is your thing, Time for a drink and a read. 300 - Does the Age of Your Whiskey Matter? Whisky Advocate. Nowadays, Tennessee is home to a thriving whiskey scene thats well worth exploring. Laphroaig 10 at cask strength? Sometimes its easier to just let the marketing men speak - Barrell Craft Spirits, based in Louisville, Kentucky, is an independent blender and bottler of unique aged, cask-strength sourced whiskey, that is increasingly being recognized for its blending expertise. Bourbon Batch 15 (131.1 proof) Review, Kilkerran 8 Year Cask Strength Whisky Review (57.1% 2019), Thomas H. 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The flavors and aromas all become enhanced into a better overall experience. Powerful, lush, and boldly spicy. TWiB: E.U. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive the latest products, special offers and deals from La Maison du Whisky. I read a meme one time that as soon as a man enters his 30s, there are two hobbies he picks up. Long and warm. 320 - What is Craft Whiskey by Craft Whiskey wi Back on Episode 295, the roundtable discussed when does craft whiskey stop becoming craft whiskey. When Pam retired in April of 2019, Dan McKee stepped in. Gregg was the second salesperson hired by Makers Mark and took part in 3X growth. Nose: Rye spice, vanilla cream, subtle oak and a bit of cinnamon. We want to give you as much information as possible to make informed decisions when it comes to your wallet. Heaven Hill? I've witnessed first hand the progression of bourbon over the past 6 years since this podcast began. The Heritage Collection, which honors the late (and also great) Parker Beam, is released yearly and, as well as the above mentioned Orange Curacao edition, it has also seen a cask strength wheat whiskey and a malt whiskey aged 8 years. Whiskey Quickie: Still Austin Cask Strength Review, This 2 year old bourbon is 118 proof and $65 MSRP. Whiskey Quickie: The Prideful Goat Review, This 15 year old bourbon is 115 proof and $100 MSRP.
308 - Mellow Corn, Selecting Parker's, and Bour Bernie Lubbers is one of the great treasures of the modern whiskey era. It's whiskey and smoking meats. Catch all new episodes every Thursday with special Whiskey Quickie reviews on Tuesday and get caught up on bourbon news with This Week in Bourbon on Friday. They were produced and exported to the Japanese market where originally the demand for older whiskey was far greater than in the US. For anyone who follows bourbon through social media, the name Pinhook should not be a new one to you. This 8 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $85 MSRP. The 2019 offering was distilled in the Spring of 2013, 6 years and 2 months old and bottled at a whopping 125.7 proof. Join hosts Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick as they talk with prominent guests and provide insight on American whiskey 3 times a week. TWiB: DC Police In A Jack Daniel's Shipping Rin DC Police Officers Ship Jack Daniels and didn't know it was illegal. This 12 year old bourbon is 123.6 proof and $70 MSRP. On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Maker's Mark RC6. Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Using our finely tuned search tool, you can identify whisky at prices and styles that suit any desire, whether searching for a daily drinking whisky or a special gift. High West built their brand on rye whiskey. This 10 year old bourbon is 94.4 proof and $150 MSRP. Removes Retaliatory Tariffs, Kroger' After 3 long years, the US and EU have agreed to remove retaliatory tariffs on bourbon exports.
Now were not fussy, wed be happy to try any of these yearly rye releases. Review notes weve read describe it as raisin notes throughout with butterscotch and vanilla! Let our expert tasters be your guide through a deep archive of over 5,000 whisky reviews. A couple of double measures will cure all kn, The Colonel E. H Taylor Small Batch review, Bourbon Gents World Cup 2021: Quarter Final, The Four Roses 2018 130th Anniversary Small Batch review, Bourbon Gents World Cup 2020: Quarter Final, The Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Rye review, The Blanton's Straight from the Barrel review, Bourbon Gents World Cup 2019: Quarter Final, Bourbon hunting in UK supermarkets - Update, Guest Review - St George Breaking & Entering Bourbon, Episode 27 - It Makes Your Hands Look Bigger, Guest Review - Dad's Hat Pennsylvania Rye, Bourbon Gents World Cup 2018: Quarter Final, Episode 25 - The One With The Curly Haired Magician, Episode 24 - The Blade, the Bow, & the Brookers, Episode 21 - The word of the day is 'Voluptuous', The Colonel E. H. Taylor Single Barrel review, The Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Select review, Episode 19 - The Unofficial Podcast of Bourbon. Glen Grant's US debut comes with a 15 year age statement. 90-94 pointsOutstanding: a whisky of superior character and style 304 - The Best and Worst of Barrel Pick Experie One of the biggest crazes right now is the single barrel. Weve never been close to getting hold of this or even trying it out in the wild. 305 - Career Growth as a Master Distiller with Denny Potter has held multiple roles in the bourbon industry and many thought that being the Master Distiller at Heaven Hill would be the pinnacle of anyone's career. 
Hazelburn is Springbank's unpeated line, but is their whisky still interesting without it? The name Ingram may ring some bells.
He's back and we're talking Mellow Corn, Parker's Heritage selections, and the market. West Fork Whiskey finds a middle-of-the-road proof without sacrificing flavor. It's the final episode in our 4 part series of "Is Bourbon Broken?" Angels envy announces their limited edition cask strength release.
TASTING NOTES: 313 - Dos and Don'ts of Barrel Picks with Macau We talk about barrel picks all the time on the show and we do 40-50 barrels selections per year with our private barrel program. Currently, on its 3rd release (chapter 3), this one is the first to be label Kentucky Straight Whiskey and is made up of a blend of - Bookers, Knob Creek, Bakers & Basil Hayden. TL;DR: Awesome bottle, not quite at the level 2020 but a big step up from 2019, 3 Stars - Excellent whiskey: I would be willing to hunt down a bottle. Of course, they could have just said look at our bottle its fricking awesome and that would have made us want it too. 323 - A Broker Joins the KDA, Union Strikes, an Last week, White Dog Trading became the newest member of the Kentucky Distillers' Association. Whiskey Quickie: Remus Repeal Reserve IV Review, This 12 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $80 MSRP. 50-74Not recommended. The rye spice, herbal and sweet notes were well balanced if tending towards the spicy side. This one really doesnt need much of an explanation. Which ones have you drank and read before, Youve got to love The United States of America. This 10 year old finished bourbon is 100 proof and $100 MSRP. based on the Bourbon and Banter blog series. Add "THOMAS H.HANDY 2019" to your wishlist. The finish ultimately reveals subtle notes of allspice, coconut and nutmeg. New Riff describes this bourbon as a high-rye, full-bodied whiskey offering a savory, spicy character, bottled at Barrel Proof without Chill Filtration. This 14 year old bourbon is 130 proof and $250 MSRP. Well, the internet is full of opinions and we heard every last one of them, Whiskey Quickie: Walker's Cay Bourbon Review, This non-age stated bourbon is 90 proof and $37 MSRP.
The idea was that these were bottles that used to sit on the shelves and collect dust. Rich dessert paired with a structure fire. Welcome to the first part in a series of "Is Bourbon Broken?"
This 6 year 5 month old bourbon is 127.9 proof and $90 MSRP. This non-age stated rye is 110.8 proof and $100 MSRP. There's a lot of whiskey out there and sometimes we get caught up in our bubble of bourbon. The best in news, reviews and interviews with people making the bourbon whiskey industry happen. So, without further delay here is our Wish List of 2019. But instead of hearing us talk about it, let's hear some stories from the people that live and breathe it every day. If you are in the tech space, you may have heard of Ingram Micro. Buffalo Trace's entry level wheated bourbon.
Batch 14 received a lukewarm reception from critics. Vist Master Of Malt for all your bourbon & whiskey needs, The older you get, the faster the years seem to pass. What else will it lose? This 2 year old bourbon is 103.8 proof and $40 MSRP. 322 - Reviving DSP-KY-10 to It's Original Glory Jacob joins the show again to talk about overcoming the perception that OZ Tyler left behind since it's now been rebranded back to the original name of the site, Green River Distilling. Smoke Wagon felt as if it came on to the bourbon scene like it was fired out of a cannon. It's the 60th Bourbon Community Roundtable where we've got 3 topics of recent news to cover. It's non-age stated, 108.2 proof, and $60 MSRP. How much more Angel's Share evaporation loss can Old Forester find? This non-age stated rye is 105 proof and $40 MSRP. Lets hope its worth it, especially the extra pounds which it will now no doubt have assigned to the purchase price. 