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NEW RELEASE: 2024 Penelope Tokaji Cask Finish Rye Whiskey

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Recently announced, award-winning Penelope Tokaji Cask Finish Rye Whiskey will start arriving at retail this month. A limited-allocation of 1,900 (6-pack) cases will be available at a suggested retail price of $89.99 per 750-ml bottle. Penelope, est. 2018, made colossal headlines in May 2023 when it was acquired by MGP for a $100m+ price tag. […]

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New Kentucky $250 Million Distillery Welcomes MASTER DISTILLER, Industry Veteran Lisa Wicker

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Big whiskey things are happening in a small town just outside of Lexington, KY. Atlanta-based premium spirits company Staghorn has named award-winning craft whiskey maker Lisa Wicker as the first Master Distiller of its recently opened $250,000,000 scripted Garrard County Distilling Co. in Lancaster, Kentucky. The former Widow Jane Distillery leader will oversee whiskey making at the largest all-new […]

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Garrard County Distilling Names Lisa Wicker As Master Distiller

Atlanta-based premium spirits company Staghorn has named the woman with arguably the longest resume in craft distilling today, Lisa Wicker, as the first Master Distiller of its recently opened Garrard County Distilling Co. in Lancaster, Kentucky. The former Widow Jane Distillery leader will oversee whiskey making at the largest all-new independent distillery in the commonwealth, …

12 Rickhouses of Turkey: CNE

One rickhouse that certainly deserves attention in the “12 Rickhouses of Turkey” series is Camp Nelson E. I first tasted CNE aged whiskey in the fall of 2022 when I was evaluating barrels for Pride of Anderson County. I knew instantly those barrels wer…

The Pros and Cons of Drinking Whiskey While Playing at Online Casinos

In the dynamic landscape of online casinos, players encounter a pivotal choice: whether to integrate alcohol into their gaming sessions. The allure of enjoying a drink while testing one’s luck is undeniable. However, before embracing this notion, it is imperative to carefully evaluate the potential merits and pitfalls of merging gaming with alcohol consumption. Understanding …

UPCOMING EVENT: Ultimate Bottled-in-Bond Celebration! “Bonded Spirit Bluegrass Festival” in Covington, KY

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National “Bottled-in-Bond Day” is March 3rd. As if you didn’t already know? This very special occasion which rightfully celebrates the 1897 “Bottled-in-Bond” Act is coming in hot. Thankfully, the good folks in Northern Kentucky’s Covington area have us covered with a tongue smacking foot tapping delicious celebration. And for good reason. Hang with me here. You […]

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Woodford Reserve Batch Proof 2024 Out Now

Woodford Reserve has released its annual limited-edition, high-proof expression — Woodford Reserve Batch Proof. At 121.2 proof, this expression celebrates the commitment to craftsmanship of Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall.  Batch Proof showcases the flavor nuances created from batching 100+ different Woodford Reserve barrels together, then presenting that bourbon at the exact proof from the barrels. …

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