Tag: bourbon and oak

Morning Report, Wednesday, August 27th, 2014

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. […]

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Koval Single Barrel Bourbon Review

Name: Koval Single Barrel Bourbon ABV: 47% Proof: 94 Notes: On the nose Koval single barrel bourbon has a very upfront and straightforward fruit scent to it. At first sip there is a burst of fresh fruit, most noticeably apricot, followed by more sweet flavors like caramel, vanilla, and maple syrup. Although sweet and with plenty of fruit […]

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Morning Report, Tuesday, August 26th, 2014

Places: If you are visiting Dogfish Head Brewery and enjoy a few too many there’s a place not far away to rest up. The Dogfish Inn located just six short (or long) miles from the brewery is ready to offer you a bed. Each room features beer-centric amenities and design elements and includes a wool Dogfish […]

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Light Infantry Recipe

2 oz. rye whiskey 1 oz. Lillet 1/2 oz. Cocchi Vermouth de Torino 4 dashes orange bitters 1 orange peel for garnish 1 maraschino cherry for garnish Combine rye, Lillet, vermouth and bitters in a shaker with ice and stir. Rub orange peel around rim of a chilled martini glass; strain drink into glass. Twist orange […]

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Morning Report, Monday, August 25th, 2014

Food: Spice up your recipes with some delicious Bluegrass Soy Sauce from Bourbon Barrel Foods. Crafted in small batches using Kentucky grown Non-GMO soybeans, soft red winter wheat, and the purest limestone filtered Kentucky spring water the soy bean mash is aged in re-purposed bourbon barrels. Bluegrass Soy Sauce has nice smoke flavor with a noticeable flavor […]

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Morning Report, Friday, August, 22nd, 2014

Gear: The Vargo Titanium Funnel Flask is as functional as it is beautiful. The patent pending Vargo Funnel Flask’s integrated silicone funnel is always right where you need it. This allows for some very easy fill ups. It has an 8 oz. capacity which is the perfect size to hold plenty of your favorite juice. This […]

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Morning Report, Thursday, August 21st, 2014

Gear: Check out these amazing whiskey cups from Howler Brothers. These limited edition Whiskey Cups are a collaboration between Howler Brothers & Oxide Pottery in beautiful Lynchburg, Virginia. They are handmade and each set comes with four cups with four different designs: Gator Tails, Flying Tarpon, Fish Shaka, and Seahorse & Rider. Simply put, they’re stunning. Get […]

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Morning Report, Wednesday, August 20th, 2014

Gear: Take your bar skills and tools with you wherever you go with the W&P Cocktail Kit. Kit Includes: The W&P Canvas + Leather Mason Bag, The Mason Shaker, One W&P Muddler (10 in), One W&P Jigger (0.75 0z / 1.5 oz), Two W&P Linen Cocktail Napkins, and Two W&P Cocktail Coupes (5.5 oz). Get […]

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Morning Report, Tuesday, August 19th, 2014

News: Adelbert’s Brewery Launches New Barrel Aged Special Series With Contemplating Waterloo Release. Full article here. Gear: The Oliver Flask Cage is designed to hold and transport your Stanley Standard Flask. Crafted in Colorado, the Oliver Flask Cage easily attaches to your bike and provides a tight fit that will allow you to securely carry your […]

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Morning Report, Monday, August 18th, 2014

News: Heaven Hill Distilleries To Continue Periodic Releases Of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon. Full article here. Gear: Makr Tumblers are available in three finishes, copper, grey, and white. They are incredibly simple and yet another wonderful product from Makr. They are available in three sizes, tall, short, and tapered and are currently available for pre-order here.

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