The greatest gifts are often presented when we’re not even looking for them. Such is the case with our latest Barrel Pick. A few months back we were sampling Bourbon barrels with Proof & Wood Founder, Dave Schmier a.k.a., the …
Category: Select Spirits
Bourbon Barrel Pick: Starlight Distillery, Carl T. Huber’s Double Oaked
Admittedly, we’ve been waiting on this one for a while. Glass shortages & supply chain disruptions have made this one about 2 months late. But in the instance of our latest Starlight Single Barrel pick, late is far better than …
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Tumblin Dice Single Barrel Bourbon ‘House Money’
We’ve been talking about this one for quite some time. A high rye single barrel bourbon that’ll floor your senses with one sip. A pick that’ll remind you of how Bourbon still offers some of the best bang for your …
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Barrell Bourbon Single Barrel #Drinkingforyou 7Yr 128°
Welcome to our first barrel pick in our Private Barrel program for 2021. We're coming out with a heavy hitter right off the bat with a selection from Barrell Bourbon. A couple of months ago we spent a wonderful morning …
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Not Your Average Pirate’s Rum: Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva
The days of your average run of the mill mixing rums are coming to a standstill and the reign of sipping rums is taking over. Don’t get me wrong, there certainly is a time and place for spiced rum and …
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Blade and Bow: A True Balance of Bourbon History and Fine Craftsmanship
In the year 1935 a beautiful event happened to the American Whiskey industry; the Stitzel-Weller Distillery opened its doors in Louisville, Kentucky. The Stitzel-Weller Distillery was once home to some of the most renowned American Whiskies such as Old Fitzgerald, …
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Ardbeg Kelpie
Known for sticking to the deep end of the 'peat' pool, Ardbeg has become a staple for the fans of heavily peated single malt scotch. While their 10 year old is a classic, their proprietary, None Age Statement (N.A.S.) bottlings …
WhistlePig Farmstock Crop 001
For the whiskey enthusiast, the name WhistlePig is hardly a new encounter. In fact, they've quickly ascended to Rye royalty in less than a decade, putting them in the center of many conversations when considering the 'Best Of' the category. …
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