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More Batch Proof Woodford Reserve Coming

Woodford Reserve has released its annual limited-edition, high-proof expression — Woodford Reserve Batch Proof. At 124.7 proof, this expression –  part of the Master’s Collection series – celebrates the commitment to craftsmanship of Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall and Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris. Batch Proof showcases the flavor nuances created from the mingling different Woodford Reserve barrels into one batch ...

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Teeling Launches Second Wonders Of Wood

Teeling Whiskey, Ireland’s leading progressive whiskey, is proud to announce the release of a new expression of Teeling Whiskey and their second release in the Wonders of Wood (WOW) series of Single Pot Still, limited edition bottlings. This continues its journey and builds on its reputation in crafting unique and interesting expressions of Irish whiskey, that explore the full spectrum ...

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Fettercairn Unveils 18 Year Old Malt

Fettercairn distillery has announced the 2023 release of their pioneering, limited-edition, Scottish Oak-matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Fettercairn 18 Year Old. First launched to market in 2022, the release of Fettercairn 18 Year Old marked a new dawn in progressive whisky making as the whisky enjoys a unique, hand-crafted finish in 100% locally sourced Scottish Oak barrels. Fettercairn 18 Year ...

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Book Review: Noir Bar

By Richard Thomas I’m often surprised when trends and fads don’t carry more people down what should be obvious path. For example, many say that the TV show Madmen helped drive the modern cocktail renaissance. Keeping that in mind, one wonders why this pairing didn’t spark more interest in film noir. True, the TV show and film noir don’t quite ...

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Podcasters Release Second Batch Of Bourbon

Pursuit Spirits has announced the re-release of its Pursuit United Oak Collection Bourbon Finished with Toasted American and French Oak with Batch #4CD. The formula was developed by Master Blender Ryan Cecil, who perfectly balances the flavors of the oak finishes through a double blending process. The Oak Collection is an ongoing series of curated whiskey blends and barrel finishes ...

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