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Good Trouble Bourbon Review

Good Trouble Bourbon Review BOTTLE DETAILS DISTILLER: Produced by Good Trouble. Distilled by Green River Distilling. MASH BILL: 70% Corn | 21% Rye | 9% Malted Barley AGE: At least 4 years old YEAR: 2024 PROOF: 92 (ABV 45%) MSRP:…

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MGP to slow whiskey production; potential Trump tariffs; what’s their impact on U.S. drinkers?

MGP to slow whiskey production; potential Trump tariffs; what’s their impact on U.S. drinkers? Few spirits industry bellwethers are as indicative of overall market conditions as MGPI, and news published yesterday about the Atchison, Kan., firm company surely attracted industry-wide…

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Tequila takedowns, cask finishes, and BTAC pricing…oh my!

Tequila takedowns, cask finishes, and BTAC pricing…oh my! Fawn Weaver’s tequila takedowns prove questionable It’s not often we get a mashup of whiskey and tequila to talk about, but Fawn Weaver, founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey has delivered just…

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West Fork Whiskey Bottled in Bond Wheated Bourbon Review

West Fork Whiskey Bottled in Bond Wheated Bourbon Review BOTTLE DETAILS DISTILLER: West Fork Whiskey MASH BILL: 73% Corn | 17% Wheat | 10% Rye. AGE: 4+ Years Old YEAR: 2024 PROOF: 100 (50% AVB) MSRP: $44.99 BUY ONLINE: West…

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We drank bourbon at every lounge in the Atlanta airport

We drank bourbon at every lounge in the Atlanta airport At Bourbon & Banter, we’re seriously committed to the #DrinkCurious lifestyle–especially when traveling. As a seasoned travelers, we are well-acquainted with the pleasures of the airport lounge. It offers a…

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2024 King of Kentucky Bourbon Review

2024 King of Kentucky Bourbon Review BOTTLE DETAILS DISTILLER: Brown-Forman MASH BILL: 79% Corn | 11% Rye | 10% Malted Barley AGE: 16 years YEAR: 2024 PROOF: 130.4 (65.2% ABV) MSRP: $349.99 BUY ONLINE: Available only at retail and just…

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Bourbon de Luxe returns to a legendary name in Kentucky whiskey

Bourbon de Luxe returns to a legendary name in Kentucky whiskey Rolling Fork Spirits Revives a 113-Year Old Bourbon Brand Rolling Fork Spirits announces the return of an iconic bourbon brand with roots going back to 1911 and not seen…

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Minden Mill Distilling: Terroir-Driven Nevada Spirits

Minden Mill Distilling: Terroir-Driven Nevada Spirits This is Part One of a three-part series recapping Pops’ recent visit with Minden Mill Distilling company. There are distillery tours, and then there’s walking through a cornfield with Minden Mill Distilling’s master distiller,…

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Uncle Nearest 777 Anniversary Blend Barrel Strength Whiskey Review

Uncle Nearest 777 Anniversary Blend Barrel Strength Whiskey Review BOTTLE DETAILS DISTILLER: Not disclosed MASH BILL: Not disclosed AGE: 7 years YEAR: 2024 PROOF: 121 (60.5% ABV) Though as single barrels, they range from 110-120 (55%-65% ABV) MSRP: $139 BUY…

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Will the whiskey slump end soon? Depends on who you ask.

Will the whiskey slump end soon? Depends on who you ask. When I ask whiskey makers’ opinions about the current sales slide in American whiskey, the answer I hear often is, “Depends.” Deep, right? What they’re saying is it depends…

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The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection returns for Fall 2024

The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection returns for Fall 2024 Celebrating 25 years of Weller at Buffalo Trace Distillery, William Larue Weller is the clear standout of this year’s exceptional lineup The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection has returned for the fall…

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Log Still Distillery releases new rye whiskey

Log Still Distillery releases new rye whiskey Kentucky-Grown Rye Captures Log Still’s Farm-to-Bottle Tradition Log Still Distillery is proud to announce the launch of Monk’s Road Rye Whiskey, the newest addition to its portfolio, showcasing the distillery’s dedication to Kentucky’s…

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