Author: Bourbon & Oak

February 2014 Whiskey of the Month

We are very pleased to announce that Wild Turkey Rare Breed  has been selected as our February2014 Whiskey of the Month. Wild Turkey Rare Breed received numerous inquiries and searches on our site. Please see our full review below. Name: Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bottled By: Austin Nichols ABV: 54.3% Proof: 108.6 Age: Wild Turkey Rare Breed is a mix […]

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Morning Report, Friday, January 31st, 2014

Food: Sriracha is one of my favorite condiments already but now that Sosu decided to age it in whiskey barrels it is definitely going to be on the top of the list. Sosu ages the Sriracha in whiskey barrels for 1-3 months. The Sriracha takes on the wonderful and complex flavors from the oak barrels. There […]

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Morning Report, Thursday, January 30th, 2014

Gear: Here is a great tool to help you get the perfect ice. The Wintersmiths have found out how to make ice that’s more dense and far less expensive than it’s $1,000 counterparts, it’s the cheapest way to get those luxurious clear spheres in your glasses. For it’s low price, it’s the best choice on the market. You can […]

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Featured Bar: The Apothecary at Brent’s Drugs, Jackson, Mississippi

Step into The Apothecary at Brent’s Drugs and you will be taken back to a bygone era. The dim lighting and marble countertops set the mood in this fine establishment. You won’t find a lot of advertisement for this one unless it’s word of mouth. It’s a great place to get an incredible drink, like […]

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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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Morning Report, Wednesday, January 29th, 2014

Gear: Today we feature the Swiss Army knife of booze. The Bar10der is the perfect companion to have behind the bar. It features 10 essentials for advanced mixology: bottle opener, corkscrew, strainer, jigger, 6″ stirrer, 4″ knife, channel knife, muddler, reamer, & zester. You can pick one up here.

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Morning Report, Tuesday, January 8th, 2014

Drinks: If you enjoy a nice glass of rum from time to time you may want to get your hands on Penny Blue XO Rum. Penny Blue is named after the world’s rarest stamp and made at the oldest distillery in Mauritius. Just over 2,000 bottles are going to make it to US shelves and each […]

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Morning Report, Monday, January 27th, 2014

Food: Jelly Belly has always been spot on with their flavors. Now they have taken your favorite draft beer and turned it into a jelly bean. This fun jelly bean is completed with a jewel-like finish for a fresh from the tap “bubbly” look. Sounds delicious and would make a unique gift. Get them here. Article: […]

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Morning Report, Friday, January 24th, 2014

Gear: Making your own homebrew can be a great hobby but when it comes to labeling your final product, it can be a bit of a pain. That changes now thanks to GarageMonk, they make high quality, waterproof, vinyl labels perfect for your next batch of brew. Get them here. Article: I’m a huge fan […]

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Featured Bar: Avondale Brewing Co., Birmingham, Alabama

Combine the charm of a historic town, the passions of several good friends, a rooted respect for the craft of brewing and you have unearthed the beginning of what Avondale Brewing Company is all about. A byproduct of the collaboration between Coby and Hunter Lake and Craig Shaw, ABC is a locally owned and operated […]

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