Author: Bourbon & Oak

Buffalo Trace Distillery Releases Col. E. H. Taylor, Jr. Seasoned Wood Bourbon Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Distillery continues its homage to former Distillery owner Colonel E. H. Taylor, Jr. with a special release bourbon whiskey aged in seasoned wood oak barrels. This 100 proof, Bottled-In-Bond, small batch wheat recipe bourbon was aged well over a decade and is a special one-time-only release. The barrels in this release underwent a […]

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Berkshire Mountain Distillers Releases Shays’ Rebellion American Whiskey Made from Samuel Adams Cinder Bock Beer

Berkshire Mountain Distillers (BMD) announced today the release of the long-awaited Shays’ Rebellion American Whiskey, a unique whisky made in collaboration with the Sam Adams brewery. In the summer of 2012, Berkshire Mountain Distillers had the idea to experiment with triple distilling a batch of Samuel Adams Cinder Bock, a fiery Rauch Bock beer. The resultant whiskey made […]

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Barton 1792 Distillery Releases Limited Edition Single Barrel Bourbon

A new Single Barrel Bourbon is the latest limited edition expression in the premium 1792 whiskey collection from Barton 1792 Distillery. All of the bourbon used in this bottling was distilled and aged at the historic Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown before being selected and tasted for its exceptional quality. The bottling took place on […]

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Wyoming Whiskey Hires Southeast Regional Director

Wyoming Whiskey, maker of award-winning Small Batch Bourbon, has hired Sam DiNardo as Southeast Regional Director. Under direction of National Sales Director, Frank Sacca, Sam will be responsible for Wyoming Whiskey’s plan for expansion into Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Alabama, and Louisiana in 2016. He will also manage existing accounts and expand presence […]

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The Pogues Irish Whiskey Now Available in U.S.

The eponymous Irish whiskey from The Pogues, whose Celtic take on punk took rock by storm in the ’80s, is now available to band fans and finer whiskey lovers alike in the US, after rolling out in the UK last fall. The exceptionally full bodied, yet smooth-finishing blend, is produced by West Cork Distillers, one […]

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Stillhouse Spirits Co. Introduces 100 Percent Clear Corn American Whiskey

Today, Stillhouse® Spirits Co. introduces Stillhouse: a 100% clear corn American whiskey. Crafted and finished in the finest distilleries in Virginia and Kentucky, Stillhouse represents disruption and innovation in the continued growth of the whiskey and flavored-whiskey categories. Stillhouse pays homage to the original spirited entrepreneurs and hustlers – the moonshiners – by cutting against […]

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Distilled

Books: Today’s world of spirits is experiencing an explosive increase in craft distillers and pioneers of new distillates. It’s about men and women tearing up rule books and creating new spirits with extraordinary personality and passion. Distilled uncovers the best spirits the world has to offer. These are not necessarily the best-known examples on the planet – […]

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Bourbon Collins Recipe

2 oz. bourbon 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon simple syrup 5 – 6 oz. club soda 1 orange wheel, for garnish Pour the bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup into a shaker two-thirds full of ice cubes. Shake well. Strain into an ice-filled Collins glass. Add the club soda. Stir briefly. Add the […]

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Featured Bar: Grand Ferry Tavern, Brooklyn, New York

Grand Ferry Tavern is a comfortable spot on the Williamsburg, Brooklyn waterfront that serves proper cocktails, oysters, and heartier fare. They offer service and quality without pretension. As they say- it’s not done fancy, just done right. And we agree. Grand Ferry Tavern is the kind of spot where we can grab a drink and bite to eat after work, […]

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Re-post: Clyde May’s Limited Edition Special Reserve Whiskey Review

This is a re-post of our Clyde May’s Limited Edition Special Reserve Whiskey Review. This delicious whiskey is one we’ve been warming up with lately. Name: Clyde May’s Limited Edition Special Reserve Whiskey ABV: 55% Proof: 110 Nose: Green Apples, Caramel, Light Oak, Vanilla Palate: Green Apples, Caramel, Vanilla, Butterscotch, Pear Finish: Moderate with a nice spice and burn with flavors of apples, pears, […]

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