Wanderfolk Distillery, Oklahoma’s first legal distillery and an original producer of unique craft spirits that spark curiosity and make a meaningful impact, has announced the launch of Tallbird American Whiskey. Crafted to be as affordable and approachable as Whiskey of the Golden Age, Tallbird American Whiskey is a blend of fine, straight, seven-year-old bourbons distilled …
The whiskey industry is going through some tough times right now. U. S. Government tariffs have decimated the export markets and the high inflation caused by these policies is hurting domestic sales on the more expensive brands. Historically, the indus…
California’s Redwood Empire has announced the first in a series of new limited-edition annual releases exploring the bounds of American whiskey. Crafted in California by distilling and blending duo – Master Distiller Jeff Duckhorn and Master Blender Lauren Patz – “The Hyperion” Inaugural Batch 001 is a unique blend of four straight whiskeys designed to showcase …
By Richard Thomas Enthusiasts who know anything about the global market for rare bottles know that when the subject is the most expensive whiskies out there, American stuff never comes up. And I mean never. The truly expensive stuff in the world carries a six digit price tag at retail, and of those bottles that are …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ When I learned that Michter’s was releasing a cask strength version of their US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey, two thoughts simultaneously entered my head. One was “at last!” The other was “they will soon run out of new variants to introduce.” The two thoughts are intertwined. Michter’s core line up consists …
As younger consumers shift away from traditional alcohol and look toward more intentional, experience-driven beverage options, a new category is emerging at the center of the conversation: cannabis spirits. Once a niche experiment, cannabis-infused beverages are steadily moving into mainstream culture, fueled by changing social habits, new dosing technology, and a growing preference for alternatives …
By Richard Thomas Autumn is the hottest season of the year for annualized, limited edition whiskeys in the United States, the time when most of the releases passionately sought by enthusiasts and collectors come out. For Heaven Hill, the second largest distiller in Kentucky bourbon, their main entry to Fall releases has been Parker’s Heritage. …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ The longer I have been acquainted with it, the more I have come to believe that Michter’s Sour Mash Whiskey is neither bourbon nor rye not just in a categorical sense, but on the senses as well. Despite its mash bill being kept in the shadows, it is known that …
Von Payne Spirits, a brand with a penchant for gothic label styling and gargoyle-adorned bottles, has acquired the historic Whiteside’s Bakery Company building at 1400 West Broadway in Louisville’s West End. This 60,000-square-foot Mission Revival-style landmark was designed by prominent architect Arthur Loomis, and erected in 1908 as Bond Bread. It was once hailed as …
Blind Barrels is an American Craft Whiskey Club that invites you to enjoy a blind tasting adventure every 3 months depending upon your subscription. If you enjoy exploring whiskey, you will want to consider a Blind Barrels subscription. They pick top-shelf craft whiskeys for their members at a discounted price. I received a sample box …
