There is a reason that Jack Daniel’s is America’s most famous whiskey brand, and it has nothing to do with great marketing or dumb luck. Instead, Tennessee’s most-spirited spirit brand made their mark with one thing: quality. A dedication to producing a smoother, more consistent straight whiskey than competitors lead to positive word of mouth […]
The Old Fashioned, a go to drink for us and many others out there. Although we have had some really good old fashioned cocktails while out and about we’ve also had some really bad ones too. Making them at home for many turns out bad cocktails but it doesn’t have to. Over the years we’ve […]
Travel writer, food critic, and humorist Morgan Murphy brings us an excellent new book entitled Bourbon & Bacon and as the title says, it really is the ultimate guide to the South’s favorite food groups. Bacon and Bourbon features well over 100 recipes, tasting notes on over 75 different different spirits, and 14 bacon purveyors. […]
1/4 cup grilled watermelon 2 ounces bourbon 1 ounce fresh lemon juice 1 ounce local honey 2-3 dashes angostura bitters 1/2 cup ice Slice seedless watermelon into 1/4 in. triangular shaped slices. Place the watermelon pieces on grill and cook on each side until you have noticeable grill marks. Remove the watermelon from the grill and allow it to […]
THE FLAMING LIPS, FEW SPIRITS AND STATUS SERIGRAPH ANNOUNCE WHISKEY COLLABORATION BRAINVILLE RYE WHISKEY WILL BE RELEASED IN OCTOBER July 5, 2016 — (Evanston, Ill.) — FEW Spirits today announces a truly unique collaboration with legendary Grammy-winning band THE FLAMING LIPS: Brainville Rye Whiskey. The whiskey is made from a combination of rye, corn and malted barley grown within 150 […]
Luxco announced the brand refresh of David Nicholson 1843® Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and the launch of David Nicholson Reserve® Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The brand, dating back to 1843 and part of Luxco’s portfolio of whiskeys since 2000, will continue to provide 100 proof ultra-premium bourbon, in an updated sleek, upscale package for both […]
Basil Hayden’s Bourbon is handcrafted in Kentucky, made using a recipe that dates back to its founding in 1796. The liquid is carefully crafted to create its trademark spicy finish, and each bottle has a parchment paper bib and belt that is applied by hand. The process to create a bottle of Basil Hayden’s is thoughtful, it pays tribute […]
Have a Safe and Happy Fourth of July Everyone. Cheers! -Bourbon & Oak
