Bourbon & Banter

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Looks like my Irish whiskey is getting some competition today from @greenriverdistillingco and their new wheated bourbon.

Join us in supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana and enter to win some Pappy! This time around, things are a little sweeter! Julian Van Winkle III signed each bottle in the Raffle, adding value to this year’s collection. For $100 per ticket, you'll be entered into a drawing for a Pappy Flight - FIVE bottles of rare bourbon appraised at $20k. Tickets are limited. Get them before they sell out. Purchase a ticket via the link in our profile or http://bit.ly/3KOV3rU.

If you're interested in learning more about and sampling some excellent Irish whiskey, please join @chief.drinking.officer on Wednesday, 3/8, at @bin51wine for their first-ever Whiskey Wednesday from 6-8 pm. Attendees will have the chance to sample 4 different Irish whiskeys, purchase bottles they like, make some new friends and enter to win free tickets to attend a @drinkcurious whiskey-tasting class. We hope to see some familiar faces on Wednesday. Sláinte!

After 11+ years of spreading the bourbon gospel, it's come to this... Read more via our profile link 👉 MOST RECENT POSTS

The 31st episode of the Bourbon & Banter podcast – Bourbon…The BS Frontier - is now available for your listening and drinking pleasure. It’s a new year, but we’re still bringing you the same brutally honest commentary on the bourbon and whiskey world. Listen via our profile link -> LISTEN: New Podcast Episode Button

"Alberta Premium is a fine rye with a depth of flavor and a very long finish. The color is tan, but not too light, and has the long legs you would expect at the 127 proof. On the nose, you don’t get a strong alcohol burn and I found forward rye spice, pepper, and sweetness with a hint of mint and oak. The taste followed the nose with a comfortable burn, more sweetness, the expected spicy flavor with dark fruit, and the mint coming along later and in the finish." – @chnlswimer 🥃 SHARE WITH: This is a classic rye and as such, it should be shared with experienced enthusiasts who would appreciate the full-on rye character. Particularly, people who are more interested in drinking whiskey than buying whiskey (better known as my friends). 🥃 WORTH THE PRICE: At $75 for a rye from a major distiller (not craft) is a lot for me. It is a unique product with a very attractive bottle, and is also a “limited” release which is reflected in the price. 🥃 BOTTLE, BAR OR BUST: All things considered I would give this a Bottle rating. If you are taken back by the price, BAR would also be appropriate (if you could find it). As a rye, a slightly lower price would get the attention it deserves. That said it is a fine drink, and while at a high proof it drinks very smooth. 🥃 OVERALL: I enjoy rye and drink it regularly both neat and in cocktails. Also, I claim to be almost Canadian, having grown up in the Detroit area watching Hockey Night in Canada and Curling on TV. Alberta Distillers is a major Rye/Canadian Whiskey distiller, with a large contract distillate presence (not unlike MGP in Indiana). Read the full review via our profile link 👉 MOST RECENT POSTS

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Just in case you need a last-minute idea to celebrate the #biggame. It's nice to see that some things never go out of style like these canned cocktails from 1972. #drinkcurious

Crabbing for a new whiskey adventure? 🦀 Check out our infamous review that takes a closer look at Crab Trapper, the whiskey that's swimming in flavor 🦀 Click the link in our bio for a sip of the sea 🥃 #BourbonBanter #BourbonReviews #CrabTrapper #UnderTheSeaSipping https://www.bourbonbanter.com/banter/the-truth-about-crab-trapper-green-crab-flavored-whiskey/

Great stories make great whiskey! A few months ago, we had the pleasure of interviewing the co-founder of Wyoming Whiskey, David DeFazio. Tune into our podcast to hear the incredible journey behind each bottle of Wyoming Whiskey! Listen via our profile link -> LISTEN: New Podcast Episode Button

🥃 NYE LIMITED TIME OFFER – $50 BOURBON & TEQUILA 101 ONLINE CLASSES 🥃 Now through January 6th, you can sign-up for one of our Bourbon 101 or Tequila 101 classes for just $50. If you've been thinking about attending one of these classes or have friends you think would like to attend, this is a great offer. If you'd like to take advantage of the offer, you can go ahead and head to our Online Class Schedule (link via our profile link) and find a class (or two) that works for your schedule. Then register using the code: NYDC2023 during checkout to get the $50 per class offer. The offer can be used for as many tickets as you'd like, so please spread the word to others that may want to attend. https://www.drinkcurious.com/online-tasting-classes/ Have a wonderful and safe New Year's Eve!

As our social feeds are inundated with countless year-end "top" and "favorite" spirit lists this week, do your homework. Published lists are a great way to learn about new spirits but don't take rankings to heart without reading about them and finding out if they align with what you like in a specific category or style. Everyone's palate is different, and tasting recommendations are subjective. And at the end of the day, drink what you want. #DrinkCurious #bourbon #whiskey #whisky #tequila #rum

We dare you to say Snicker Doodle three times while looking in the mirror. In fact, we double dog dare you. Join us as @dodgerbluebourbon and @chief.drinking.officer discuss why Xmas cookies aren't just for Xmas. Oh yeah, we talk about a bunch of bourbon, and bourbon bullshit, too. Listen via our profile link -> LISTEN: New Podcast Episode Button

"With a price that won't offend and an even-handed blend that showcases both the base spirit and the finishing cask in equal measure, Christian Krogstad has once again demonstrated Westward's deft touch for craftsmanship." 🥃 SHARE WITH: It's a no-brainer to share this with anyone that knows their bourbon but you should get major points by sharing this one with your boss or father-in-law. The nose alone will make them think you spent way more than $55 on this bottle. 🥃 WORTH THE PRICE: Absolutely compared to so many other $55+ bottles hitting the market that aren't worth your time or money. It almost makes you forget you're not drinking a single-barrel cask strength release. 🥃 BOTTLE, BAR OR BUST: Bottle. Stock up now. This one is going to fly off the shelves, folks. 🥃 OVERALL: What begins with plum, leather, and roasted barley soon morphs into walnut, black pepper, and red grape on the palate. This harmonious blend of flavors takes turns strutting their stuff as the flavor wheel spins round and round on repeat sips with each note being given room to grow. Marked by a lushness on the front end of the palate before the wine influence gives way to a tannic finish that keeps you reaching for more, there's a lot to like about this expression. Westward has been producing American single malts since 2004, meaning they're no strangers to the category which has truly been blossoming... Read the full review via our profile link 👉 MOST RECENT POSTS