Tag: bourbon and oak

Morning Report, Wednesday, April 9th, 2014

Books: ManBQue is the next griller’s Bible for those in their 20s and 30s. Dedicated to meat, beer, and rock n’ roll, it starts with the basics: how to grind, assemble, and grill a perfect burger and how to season, sear, and rest a perfect strip steak. Then it moves on to other staples—perfectly cooked wings, […]

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Ranger Creek Rimfire Mesquite Smoked Texas Single Malt Whiskey Review

Name: Ranger Creek Rimfire Mesquite Smoked Texas Single Malt Whiskey ABV: 43% Proof: 86 Age: 9 Months Notes: On the nose this whiskey has a light corn and smoky aroma. At first sip there is a nice taste of smoked malts and cloves with some slight citrus and wood notes. The finish is short and dry with mint, oak, […]

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Morning Report, Tuesday, April 8th, 2014

Gear: Riedel glassmakers collaborated with Left Hand Brewery & Rogue Ales to design a glass that accentuates the unique flavors and body of a stout beer. Riedel is known for making quality glassware and these are no different. At around $25.00 for 2 glasses, these are hard to beat. Get them here.

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Morning Report, Monday, April 7th, 2014

Books: Now you don’t just have to love drinking bourbon, you can love reading about it as well. Take a 300 year long tour with Bourbon: A History of the American Spirit by Dane Huckelbridge. In Dane’s book  you will read about fascinating people central to bourbons creation and evolution, he illuminates the elusive character of the nation itself. […]

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Morning Report, Friday, April 4th, 2014

Drink: Whiskey and tequila meet with Hornitas Black Barrel Tequila. Hornitos Black Barrel Tequila has some notes of oak and vanilla like some whiskies. It begins with 100% pure agave tequila and ages for 12 months in specially toasted oak barrels to create a premium Añejo tequila. Then it’s moved into deep charred barrels for 4 […]

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Bittermilk No. 3 Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour Mixer Review

Product Name: Bittermilk No. 3 – Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour Price: $14.95 Review: It was recommended that I try this mixer with scotch and so that is how I made my first one. I followed the instructions entirely and was very impressed with the result. Before I took my first sip I could already smell the smoked honey which was […]

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Featured Bar: The St. Regis Bar, Atlanta, Georgia

If you’re looking for an excellent bar to visit in the Atlanta area, look no further than The St. Regis Bar. Just as the King Cole Bar in New York is known for its famous mural, The St. Regis Bar features an original mural of a Phoenix rising from the ashes. The St. Regis Bar is […]

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Morning Report, Thursday, April 3rd, 2014

Gear: Made by a real blacksmith in Pennsylvania, this hand-forged steel opener from Leaning Barn Iron Works features an old-time design that will pop ’em all. It makes a great gift and is a great tool to have around. Get it here.

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Bittermilk No. 2 Tom Collins With Elderflowers and Hops Mixer Review

Product Name: Bittermilk No. 2 – Tom Collins With Elderflowers and Hops Mixer Price: $14.95 Review: I am a whiskey guy but that doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy something else from time to time. Last week when I tried a Tom Collins made with Bittermilk No. 2 mixer, I was quite impressed. It was very refreshing, especially since the […]

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Morning Report, Wednesday, April 2nd, 2014

Bourbon & Oak is officially one year old today. When I started the site a year ago I never imagined it would have come this far. We are very fortunate to have some great followers and we really enjoy the conversations we continue to have on a daily basis. I’ve got the chance to meet a lot […]

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