Author: Bourbon & Oak

Kentucky Bourbon A-Fare

Bourbon Fantasy Camp To Feature Kentucky Proud Products   For Immediate Release – LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Kentucky Proud, which markets farm-fresh fare and ingredients from across the Bluegrass, will showcase the state’s top agricultural offerings and talented local chefs at next week’s Kentucky Bourbon Affair™ fantasy camp. “We’re honored to feature Kentucky Proud products for […]

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Templeton Rye Debuts Aged Expression: Templeton Rye Aged 6 Year Old

Templeton Rye Whiskey will release Templeton Rye 6 Year Old, a limited edition aged rye, this month. The new offering is the first from the leading ultra-premium rye whiskey maker in 10 years. Based on a family recipe that dates from the era of Prohibition, Templeton Rye was one of the first contemporary rye whiskeys, […]

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I.W. Harper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

Name: I.W. Harper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey ABV: 41% Proof: 82 Nose: Roasted bananas, citrus fruit, butterscotch Palate: Light citrus fruit, roasted bananas, vanilla, caramel, and butterscotch Finish: Moderate and smooth throughout, rich caramel flavor with no burn Overall: On the nose I was greeted with the aroma of roasted bananas, citrus fruits, and rich butterscotch. At first sip I could taste […]

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Kentucky Distillers Honor John Rhea of Four Roses With Lifetime Award, Endowed Scholarship

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Kentucky Distillers’ Association Board of Directors today honored John Rhea, retiring Chief Operating Officer of Four Roses Distillery, with its rare “Lifetime Honorary Member” award and announced a new endowed scholarship in his name. Mr. Rhea, 63, stepped down last week after 40 years of respected and tireless service to the […]

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Whiskey Shots

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Local Distillery Offers Unique Gifts for Father’s Day

Texas Dads love Texas whiskey, so Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling is highlighting their unique, delicious, award-winning whiskey as the perfect gift for Father’s Day. With three different styles of premium sipping whiskey ranging from $29-$60, the distillery offers something for every dad.   All of Ranger Creek’s whiskies are handcrafted and distilled in San Antonio.   […]

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Old Grand-Dad Bonded Bourbon Review

Name: Old Grand-Dad Bonded ABV: 50% Proof: 100 Nose: Caramel, Vanilla, Grain Palate: Caramel, Oak, Light Grain Finish: Long with a slight burn and flavors of light grain, caramel, and vanilla Overall: On the nose I was greeted with rich caramel and vanilla aromas and a light grain aroma. At first sip there was a rich caramel flavor upfront which I expected […]

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Orphan Barrel Gifted Horse Bourbon Review

Name: The Gifted Horse ABV: 57.5% Proof: 115 Nose: Cinnamon, Pear, Apple Cider Palate: Pear, Cloves, Almonds, Vanilla Finish: Short with fruit notes up front which fade quickly to a mild spicy flavor with a slight burn Overall: On the nose I was greeted with some distinctive cinnamon, pear, and apple cider aromas. At first sip I could taste the pear flavor up […]

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Jim Beam Announces First-Ever Global Packaging Redesign

Jim Beam®, the world’s No. 1 Bourbon, announces an all-new global packaging redesign, marking the first time significant changes have been made to the Jim Beam® Bourbon bottle in decades. Starting in mid-2016, the entire Jim Beam portfolio will have a new, premium look in the more than 100 markets around the world where the […]

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Blanton’s Single Barrel Select, Quality Liquor Store Review

Name: Blanton’s Single Barrel Select, Quality Liquor Store, Barrel #93 of 228 ABV: 46.5% Proof: 93 Nose: Honey, Caramel, Maple Syrup, Palate: Wildflower Honey, Oak, Butterscotch, Citrus Fruits Finish: Long and smooth with citrus notes and creamy toffee and rich chocolate flavors. Slight burn before it fades. Overall: On the nose I was greeted with a distinct honey aroma with rich caramel […]

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