Most years I do an article on my favorite wines and spirits from the past year. This year, as 2023 came to a close, I also asked Facebook friends what were theirs, to change it up a bit. So I will share their picks first, followed by mine: Steven W: Tequila: Fortaleza, G4, Tequila Ocho,…
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival Board of Directors announced the election of Cordell Lawrence to the chairman position beginning with the 2024 festival, according president and COO Randy Prasse. Lawrence recently announced his new position as CEO of Eastern Light Distilling, a new venture coming to Morehead, Ky. He is well-known for his time at Kentucky…
BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Breckenridge Distillery, a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY and TSX: TLRY), the world’s highest distillery and one of the most-awarded craft distilleries in the U.S. including winner of World’s Best Blended Whiskey, is proud to announce its latest Double Gold award for Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey and two Gold awards for the Collectors Art…
In the last couple of years I’ve been really impressed with the whiskies developed by Ohio’s Middle West Spirits, namely their first – and the only – dark pumpernickel rye. I reviewed that bottle in September of 2022, along with members of the Las Vegas chapter of the global Drammers club and you can read…
Just how fabulous was WhiskyFest Las Vegas last week? See my social media below to whet your appetite, the program’s vendor list and then notes from my class with Compass Box Whisky Company! If you just want the story in photos go here. Social Media We had a fabulous time covering Whisky Advocate’s WhiskyFest Las…
Register to attend Bar & Restaurant Expo 2024 here LAS VEGAS- Returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center March 18-20, 2024, Bar & Restaurant Expo is pleased to announce its unique networking and nightlife events, including industry meetups, happy hours, and late night parties. Registered attendees will have exclusive opportunities to mingle and make valuable connections with bar and restaurant…
Honoring the brands’ shared commitment to the art of craftsmanship, the Knob Creek x Smithey 18x Seasoned Limited Edition Cast Iron Skillet Set celebrates the re-release of Knob Creek® 18 Year Old Bourbon CLERMONT, Ky., /PRNewswire/ — Knob Creek®, a leader in the Small Batch Bourbon category, announces a partnership with Smithey Ironware, premium manufacturer of artisanal cookware, to…
LEXINGTON, KY – Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC) receives a donation from Katie and Greg Keeley, founders of Lawrenceburg Bourbon Company, in honor of Dixie Webb, Program Coordinator of the Associate Degree Nursing program of the Lawrenceburg campus. The scholarship donation was inspired by and named for Dixie Webb, an extraordinary nurse whose life,…
It was a distinct treat to be able to sample from Las Vegas area restaurants that were new to us when we attended the recent USA Today Wine and Food Experience. But, as you know me, it was the spirits and wine that took center stage first! If you want the short story see my…
The Super Premium Whiskey Brand Makes History with the Purchase of Historic Property Built in 1669 by the Lord Mayor of Cognac, Which Houses 40 Percent of the Most Highly Coveted Cru in the City of Cognac SHELBYVILLE, Tenn., /PRNewswire/ — Uncle Nearest, the most-awarded Bourbon and American Whiskey company of 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022, has…