New Riff Distilling announced head distiller Brian Sprance has been promoted to master distiller, the first formal such designation in the company’s history. Sprance has been with the company since its start in 2014. Ahead of the distillery’s founding in 2014, Sprance was recruited as head distiller by New Riff founder, co-owner and chief executive officer Ken Lewis, who, rather ...
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Virginia’s Catoctin Creek To Mark 15 Years With Aged Rabble Rouser
Purcellville, Virginia’s Catoctin Creek Distilling Co., has marked its 15 year journey on February 14, 2024. Founded in 2009 by the husband and wife team, Scott and Becky Harris, who continue to lead as owner/operators of the independently-owned and most awarded distillery in Virginia. To commemorate this milestone, Catoctin Creek Distilling Co. will unveil its most mature release to date ...
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In the vast expanse of the United States, a journey through local distilleries reveals the diverse and rich landscape of craft spirits. Each region contributes to the nation’s growing craft scene, offering unique flavors and artisanal creations. Join us as we traverse the Bourbon Trail in Kentucky, delve into the innovative spirits of the Pacific Northwest in Oregon, and explore ...
Read More »Old Elk Rum Cask Finish Rye Whiskey Review
By Douglas Fraser Rating: B Old Elk has a distillery in Fort Collins, Colorado, but at present much of their output is contract produced or sourced through MGP in Indiana. Working with Greg Metze, the former master distiller at MGP and current master distiller at Old Elk, the company arranged to produce their own made-to-order whiskeys through MGP, rather than ...
Read More »Basil Hayden Malted Rye Whiskey Review
By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ Each member of the seminal Jim Beam Small Batch Collection is now the center of its own brand line-up, and three of the four have had rye whiskeys either as limited editions or regular extensions. But of those three, I think the most appropriate to have rye whiskey attached to its brand name is Basil ...
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