2 oz. bourbon 1 oz. ruby port 1 tsp. maple syrup 2 dashes bitters of choice 3 maraschino cherries for garnish (optional) Combine bourbon, port, syrup, and bitters in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled champagne coupe; garnish with cherries if you so desire. Simply enjoy.
Drink: Double Double Oaked is the result of finishing mature Woodford Reserve Double Oaked for an additional year in its second, heavily toasted lightly charred new oak barrel. The extra year in the barrel creates a bourbon that is distinctly spicier than its original counterpart, known for its sweeter taste and finish.
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Russell’s Reserve® unveils new packaging for its line of small batch Bourbons and Ryes. While the award-winning liquid remains the same, the new packaging embodies the family heritage and craftsmanship behind the Russell’s Reserve brand. Born from the minds and hearts of legendary father and son distilling duo Jimmy and Eddie Russell, Russell’s Reserve marks […]
Drink: Just in time for fall, Hudson Maple Cask Rye is ready to be the next unique whiskey to your collection. The fine whiskey makers send used Hudson Whiskey barrels to Woods Syrup, a maple syrup producer in Vermont that ages syrup in the barrels, then sends them back to Tuthilltown. It it then they finish off their […]
Bird Dog Whiskey has released two additional flavors – Jalapeno Honey and Spiced. Bottled at 80 proof, Bird Dog Jalapeno Honey and Spiced whiskeys are priced at $19.99 a 750-ml and will be available nationwide by September 2015. Bird Dog Jalapeno Honey Whiskey exhibits a light, sweet honeyed aroma that finishes with a zesty, crisp […]
Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Launching in October Limestone Branch Distillery introduces Yellowstone Limited Edition, set to hit the market in October. With only 6,000 bottles produced, this ultra-premium bourbon is the marriage of a seven-year rye, a seven-year wheated and a 12-year rye – a combination that creates an exceptional depth of flavor […]
SMOKE, CHAR, & A BOURBON BAR September, 17 2015 What happens when you batch together rare Kentucky Bourbons from Willett Distillery, classic Bluegrass cuisine from the Harrison-Smith House, award-winning Lowcountry cooking from Chef Sean Brock, and rare whiskies from the legendary Jack Rose Dining Saloon? You have one of the most anticipated limited edition ‘release’ […]
Stave & Thief Society, an industry-leading bourbon certification program, will offer hands-on education for hospitality staff and whiskey enthusiasts Monday, Sept. 28 at Alltech Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co. The day-long class organized by Louisville-based Distilled Spirits Epicenter certifies bourbon experts with superior instruction in distilling, tasting and serving Kentucky’s native spirit. With Breeders’ Cup […]
Gear: We’ve featured whiskey stones before so it’s no mystery as to what they do. They simply chill your drink without diluting it like ice does. The difference with ROX XL is that they are far larger than other stones, keeping your drink chilled for longer.
