Bourbon

J.W. Rutledge Distillery was founded by former Four Roses master distiller Jim Rutledge. As the construction of their new sustainable distillery is underway (a facility that utilizes clean technologies like geothermal heating and cooling, solar energy, and biomass energy), Jim Rutledge sources and blends whiskey from other distilleries to put out new releases under the J.W. Rutledge brands, beginning with Cream of Kentucky. Their aim is to produce Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Straight Rye Whiskey the old-fashioned way relative to the requisites, guidelines and standards for Straight Whiskey production that have been in place for close to two centuries. The Cream of Kentucky label was first introduced in 1888 by I. Trager and Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio. Before Prohibition ended, the brand was picked up by the renowned Schenley Company and re-introduced to the industry in 1934. Cream of Kentucky reached great success in the 30s and 40s, using the work of famed artist Norman Rockwell. Cream of Kentucky is now owned by J.W. Rutledge, who has recently secured a limited supply of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey he feels is worthy of the rebirth of Cream of Kentucky Bourbon as a premium whiskey. This 3rd batch of Cream of Kentucky is a limited supply of Kentucky bourbon with decadent notes of caramel, vanilla, and milk chocolate, balanced by oak.Pick up your bottle today!

In 1939, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth made history when they became the first reigning monarchs to journey across North America, traveling from Quebec City to Vancouver by train. Prior to their arrival, a local entrepreneur set out to craft a whisky that the King and Queen could enjoy in the privacy of their rail car. After sampling over 600 different blends of whisky, and scouring through hundreds of different types of glass, labels, and bottles, the entrepreneur created what he believed to be the perfect whisky and called it Crown Royal. At the beginning of their journey, the King and Queen were gifted ten cases of the whisky from Canada to enjoy on their journey.The traditional Crown Royal is a bountiful blend of 50 different whiskies that are married harmoniously into a single expression. This Crown Royal Hand Selected Barrel is a break from the norm, allowing connoisseurs to experience the foundation of one of the most famous whiskies in the world, the cornerstone of their classic blend: their Coffey Rye. The majority of Canadian whiskies are comprised of a mash bill of corn, rye, and malted barley. These grains are then mashed, fermented and distilled, at which point they are aged in new oak barrels. Crown Royal Blenders Mash Canadian Whisky is a unique release from their "blenders series." The "Blenders Mash" whisky is comprised of five unique whiskies, blended by the masters at Crown Royal. The blend is aged in new charred American oak barrels before being aged in ex-bourbon casks. Expect pleasant, sweet, warming notes of oak and vanilla all throughout. Pick up your bottle today!

In 1843 a grocer by the name of David Nicholson started distilling his original bourbon recipe in the private back room of his St. Louis general store on North 6th Street. Unbeknownst to its forefather, a legacy was born. Half a century his recipe had been passed down for generations. Eventually, the legendary Julian Pappy Van Winkle and W.L. Weller handcrafted Nicholsons iconic 43 bourbon at the Stitzel distillery. The Van Winkles owned the brand until 2000 when Luxco acquired it. Still possessing the outstanding character for which it earned its original popularity in 1843, the David Nicholson legacy lives on unchanged, unfettered, and unmatched. Aged in new charred oak barrels this wheated bourbon that provides unparalleled smooth flavor and finish. An incredible flavor profile that earned it at the Double Gold at the 2015 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.Pick up your bottle today!

In 1843 a grocer by the name of David Nicholson started distilling his original bourbon recipe in the private back room of his St. Louis general store on North 6th Street. Unbeknownst to its forefather, a legacy was born. Half a century his recipe had been passed down for generations. Eventually, the legendary Julian Pappy Van Winkle and W.L. Weller handcrafted Nicholsons iconic 43 bourbon at the Stitzel distillery. The Van Winkles owned the brand until 2000 when it was acquired by Luxco. Still possessing the outstanding character for which it earned its original popularity in 1843, the David Nicholson legacy lives on unchanged, unfettered, and unmatched. This extra-aged ryed bourbon has a full-bodied flavor and a distinct, spicy taste.Pick up your bottle today!

Based in Frisco, Texas, Devils River Whiskey was founded by Mike Cameron, co-founder of Rebecca Creek Whiskey, and president of the Texas Distilled Spirits Association. Their 90-proof bourbon is crafted from the pure Devils River spring waters. The illustrious Texas Ranger John Coffee Hays was one of the first explorers to come across it and named this impressive waterway the "Devils River" in 1840. Nowadays the naturally-filtered limestone spring water is considered the purest water in Texas.In college, Cameron would take frequent trips to the feisty Southwest Texas river, the tributary of the Del Rio that would inspire the name of his new whiskey label as well as provide a pure foundation for the whiskey. Devils River whiskey is distilled using a signature method, in traditional copper pot stills designed for distilling complex, flavorful, dark spirits.Devils River Barrel Strength Texas Bourbon Whiskey is the barrel strength, 117-proof entry in their lineup of whiskey. Its Devils River bringing you bourbon the way it was drunk originally, just like the pioneers would have it uncut and straight from the barrel. Its mash bill of 75 percent corn, 21 percent rye, and 4 percent barley makes for a bold, yet smooth sipper. Theres pepper, rye, and oak on the nose, balanced by fruity and vanilla overtones, followed by sweet caramel, as well as more oak and spice on the palate. Expect a smooth and warm finish.Grab your bottle today!

Based out of Frisco, Texas, Devils River Whiskey was founded by Mike Cameron, co-founder of Rebecca Creek Whiskey, and president of the Texas Distilled Spirits Association. Their 90-proof bourbon is crafted from the pure Devils River spring waters. Texas Ranger John Coffee Hays named this great waterway the "Devils River" in 1840. The naturally-filtered limestone spring water is considered the purest water in Texas.In college, Cameron would take frequent trips to the feisty Southwest Texas river, the tributary of the Del Rio that would inspire the name of his new whiskey label. Devils River whiskey is distilled using a signature method, in traditional copper pot stills designed for distilling complex, flavorful, dark spirits.The Bourbon is crafted from a high-rye proprietary blend of meticulously selected grains, giving the spirit its warm, golden notes. The grains are distilled with proprietary yeast strains designed to boost its bold flavors. The mash is then distilled in traditional copper pot stills and combined with the pure, iron-filtered, limestone-filtered spring water of the whiskeys namesake, before being aged in dark #4 charred oak barrels. This dark char enhance the bourbons deep amber colors and bolster its sweet flavors.Chill filtered and bottled at 45 percent ABV you can expect smooth sweet flavors of oak, honey, and caramel. Devil Rivers Bourbon earned five gold medals "Best Bourbons 10 Years and Younger" by four separate spirits competitions, including the 2017 Denver International Spirits Competition, 2017 Los Angeles International Spirits Competition, 2017 New Yorks Top Fifty and the 2017 International SIP awards. Pick up your bottle today!

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota Phillips Distilling Company has been producing high-quality spirits and popular brands since 1912. They pride themselves as one of Americas oldest family-owned spirits companies, producing independent, high-quality, diverse portfolio of premium spirits. In recent years, Phillips has expanded their portfolio to include a variety of specialty drinks, including Revel Stoke Spiced Whisky (the original spiced whisky), Gin-Ka (a combination of gin and vodka), Phillips Union Whiskey, the 100 proof series of Schnapps (Hot, Blue, and Root Beer), and vodka such as UV Vodka and the handcrafted and organic Prairie Vodka, and an Herbal liqueur. The bourbon is distilled from a mash bill of short summer corn and red winter wheat, and rested in two historic counties at the first craft distillery in Minnesota. The cold winters and hot summers offer a dynamic maturation yielding a distinctive batch of spirit.This Douglas and Todd is a small batch, handcrafted, straight bourbon born and raised on the unforgiving plains of Minnesota. Aged a minimum of four years in handmade oak, Douglas and Todd has a signature sweet, oaky, smoky character, with subtle fruit and vanilla. A natural chilling process Douglas and Todd makes this bourbon the drinkers bourbon.Pick up your bottle today!

Following the defeat of the British at the Battle of Yorktown during the American Revolutionary War, the territory west of the Appalachian mountains became known as Kentucky County. At the time, the territory was considered part of Virginia, and was overseen by a military governor named John J. Bowman. In order to encourage westward expansion, Virginia issued pioneers who agreed to settle in Kentucky County "corn writs," which granted the pioneers 60 acres of land if they agreed to settle in Kentucky and start farming corn.One year after the defeat of the British, a Baptist minister named Elijah Craig emigrated to Fayette County (today, a part of the State of Kentucky) and purchased 1,000 acres of land in a town named Lebanon. In 1789, Craig built a distillery on his farm and is credited with being the first person to mature bourbon in charred, oak casks, earning him the title "Father of Bourbon Whiskey. Elijah Craig has become a household name in the world of bourbon, and this is not without reason.Made in the same tradition as Elijah Craigs other award-winning bourbons, this is without a shadow of a doubt, an essential experience for bourbon lovers. Uncut, straight from the barrel non-chill filtered, a splash of water opens the spirit nicely. The proof for each barrel varies from batch to batch, making each bottle unique. Ranging from 124.2 to 140.2 proof, the first letter of each batch number indicates which of that years releases the bottle was a part of. Beginning with A, the second digit determines the month the bottle was released, followed by the year.With its rich notes of caramel, toasted oak, and fruit, this Elijah Craig Barrel Proof release is a two time Best Small Batch Bourbon Double Gold medal winner, at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and received an Extraordinary/Ultimate Recommendation at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge. It was just recently named Whisky of the Year by the Whisky Advocate.Get your bottle today!

Following the defeat of the British at the Battle of Yorktown during the American Revolutionary War, the territory west of the Appalachian mountains became known as Kentucky County. At the time, the territory was considered part of Virginia, and was overseen by a military governor named John J. Bowman. In order to encourage westward expansion, Virginia issued pioneers who agreed to settle in Kentucky County "corn writs," which granted the pioneers 60 acres of land if they agreed to settle in Kentucky and start farming corn.One year after the defeat of the British, a Baptist minister named Elijah Craig emigrated to Fayette County (today, a part of the State of Kentucky) and purchased 1,000 acres of land in a town named Lebanon. In 1789, Craig built a distillery on his farm and is credited with being the first person to mature bourbon in charred, oak casks, earning him the title "Father of Bourbon Whiskey."Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey pays homage to Craig and his unique legacy. The bourbon is bottled from the marriage of fewer than 100 casks of maturing bourbon, each of which is rested in a Kentucky rickhouse for a minimum of a dozen years. The bourbon has an aroma of honey, sweet corn, vanilla and brown sugar. The aroma gives way to notes of roasted nuts, creamy vanilla, molasses and tropical fruits on the palate, that are well-balanced by hints of dry oak and cinnamon. The finish is long and sweet, and ends with a warming touch.Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon earned a score of 95 points from Wine Enthusiast, which called the bourbon "mellow" and said that it had the flavor profile of "butterscotch candy." In addition, Jim Murray, author of the Whisky Bible, named the bourbon the "Best Bourbon Aged 10-12 Years," and stated that it is "one of my favorite five or six bourbons" in the world. Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon also earned the Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the WSWA Tasting Competition.Pick up a bottle of the best bourbon today!

Situated on the Kentucky River in Frankfort, Kentucky, Buffalo Trace Distillery takes its name from an ancient pathway that migrating buffalo used when traveling westward. The trail was well-known among Native Americans and was eventually used by pioneering settlers who crossed the Ohio River and followed the buffalo trace to the Western frontier.Buffalo Trace Distillery is the oldest continually operating distillery in the United States and includes the rich legacies of master distillers such as E.H. Taylor, Jr, George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp and Elmer T. Lee. Today, the distillery is still family-owned, operating on the same 130 acres of land adjacent to the Kentucky River as it has for over 200 years.Named after Master Distiller Emeritus Elmer T. Lee, this whiskey is hand selected and bottled to the standards of quality set by Elmer T. Lee.This harmonious single barrel has prominent notes of baking spice and vanilla, a flavor profile that earned this whiskey numerous Gold medals, and the Tried and True Award at the 2014 Ultimate Spirits Challenge.Pick up your bottle today!

After emigrating from Wales to Kentucky in 1783, Evan Williams established a distillery along the banks of the Ohio River. The location of his eponymous distillery, situated on the banks of the Ohio River, is officially marked, declaring Evan Williams as Kentuckys First Commercial Distiller. Evan Williams was an American pioneer being one of the first distillers in the US to use corn. The Evan Williams brand was founded in celebration of Williams. Heaven Hill produces their signature bourbons which are bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky. Evan Williams has long been ranked as one of the worlds best-selling whiskey brands.Heaven Hill distillery was founded in 1935, Immediately after Prohibition ended in the United States in 1933, after a group of investors decided to be ready for the rebounding market. The investors including the famous Joseph L. Beam. Heaven Hill is located on a massive estate boasting 22 multi-story rick-houses across hundreds of acres of land. Now known as the Heaven Hill Bernheim Distillery they have the second-largest inventory of Bourbon Whiskey in the world. It is also the only remaining family-owned distillery in Kentucky.Evan Williams has a diverse core lineup, including their very popular signature Black Label, as well as some limited releases. Every year since 1983 Master Distiller Parker Beam (and now his son Craig) have chosen select barrels for their single barrel series, barrels selected to their exact specifications. This Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon is a five-time "Whiskey of the Year" award winner. This series is vintage dated, meaning each bottle is marked with the vintage date it was put into oak, along with the year it was bottled and the exact serial number of the single barrel that the Bourbon was drawn from. Carefully handcrafted for 7-8 years in the barrel, this premium and highly acclaimed Bourbon has notes of tropical fruit, vanilla and caramel and peanuts. Bottled at 43 percent ABV.Get your bottle today!

In the late 1950s, the Medley Distillery began producing a bourbon named Ezra Brooks in Owensboro, Kentucky. The distillery, which was founded in 1901, traced its origins back to the birth of Kentucky bourbon; while Reverend Elijah Craig is usually credited with producing the first bourbon whiskey at his mill in Lebanon in 1789, the Medley family began distilling whiskey at the same time in the adjacent county in Kentucky. In fact, except during the thirteen years during which distillation was outlawed in the United States, a member of the Medley family has been operating a distillery continuously since 1812.Today, Ezra Brooks Straight Bourbon Whiskey continues to be handcrafted in the heart of Kentucky. This bourbon has a slight bump in proof. Expect sweet hints of honey and vanilla on the nose, accented by citrus notes. The palate is sweet and smooth with caramel and vanilla with hints of spice and chocolate, followed by a smooth, warm finish.Pick up your bottle today!

Hidden down a dark alley in a former chop shop, skilled men are quietly violating one of Evanstons founding principles: Prohibition. In the 19th century, Frances Elizabeth Willard was elected President of the Chicago Womans Christian Temperance Union and embarked on a decade-long crusade to prohibit alcohol in the United States. Willard worked tirelessly; as President of the WCTU, she traveled roughly 30,000 miles and gave an average of 400 lectures each year for an entire decade.As a result, Evanston remained a dry town for over 100 years. It wasnt until Paul Hletko, owner and master distiller at FEW Spirits, began lobbying the town that the antiquated laws were lifted. Im the vice president of the PTA at my kids school and I coach their soccer and T-ball teams, Hletko says. People around town know me and what Im about, which is handy when youre looking to change 100 years of laws.Today, Hletko and his team of master distillers produce FEW spirits in the heart of Evanston, Illinois. FEW has brewed up an eye opening new experience. To make this Cold Cut Bourbon, cask strength FEW Bourbon is mashed, fermented, distilled, aged and bottled at the FEW distillery then cut with cold brew coffee. Cold Cut is a unique whiskey delivering unexpected depth and boldness. Perfect choice for Brunch or in a mean, bold, Manhattan.Pick up your bottle today!

The Five and 20 operation stands on 3 great pillars: versatility, self-sufficiency, and sustainability. Their facility is equally well-suited for distilling, brewing, and blending, producing vodka, gin, whiskey, brandy, as well as various styles of beer. They employ a 500-liter Christian Carl still for their higher-proof and clean spirits, and a 2500-liter Vendome pot still for whiskeys. They grow most of their corn, rye, and oats on their own farm and source the remaining from neighboring ones.Head Distiller Joe Nelson has been brewing since 2008 and has focused his know-how and passion into distilling and all forms of fermentation. You can visit the Westfield Wonder which includes the Five and 20 Distillery year-round to try out the spirits and beers right at their source, as well as visit the Mazza Chautauqua Wine Cellars with New York wines, or sit down for a farm-fresh seasonal meal at their Bird eatery.The Five and 20 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is based on a mash bill of 70 percent estate-grown and NY corn, 20 percent NY rye, and 15 percent NY malted barley. It has been aged for 2 years in new, charred American white oak barrels, which shows prominently on the palate with notes of caramel and smoke. The nose is softer with caramel and vanilla, as well as some sweet corn. A hint of spice balances it all until the dry and smoky finish.Get your bottle today!

Situated on the Kentucky River in Frankfort, Kentucky, Buffalo Trace Distillery takes its name from an ancient pathway that migrating buffalo used when traveling westward. The trail was well-known among Native Americans and was eventually used by pioneering settlers who crossed the Ohio River and followed the buffalo trace to the Western frontier.Buffalo Trace Distillery is the oldest continually operating distillery in the United States and includes the rich legacies of master distillers such as E.H. Taylor, Jr, George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp and Elmer T. Lee. Today, the distillery is still family-owned, operating on the same 130 acres of land adjacent the Kentucky River as it has for over 200 years.Buffalo Trace has produced a wide array of bourbons and whiskeys, featuring several collections from the Antique and O.F.C. Vintages, to Van Winkle and E.H. Taylor. Their Stagg Jr. releases are limited edition barrel proof bourbons, much like the George T Stagg version included in the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.From Buffalo Traces Antique Collection, this special George T. Stagg is an uncut, unfiltered Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey distilled in spring 2003 and matured in Warehouses C, H, I, K, P, and Q. This extremely hearty whiskey ages in new charred oak barrels for no less than 15 years. Straight out of the barrel, uncut and unfiltered, the taste is powerful, flavorful and intense. Open it up with a few drops of water, sit back and ponder the wonders of the universe. 2019 Gold Medal - Los Angeles International Spirits Competition. 2019 Chairmans Trophy - 98 points - Ultimate Spirits Challenge. Bottled at 124.9 proof.Pick up your bottle today!

Heavens Door Whiskey is a collaboration with Bob Dylan that came to be in 2018 when industry veteran Marc Bushala and Master Blender Ryan Perry teamed up with the music icon. This award-winning collection features an inspired bottle depicting the distinctive iron gates that were created by Dylan in his studio, Black Buffalo Ironworks. The unique gates were handcrafted from objects discovered across America. This incredible label has a core lineup of highly acclaimed whiskeys that include the Tennessee Bourbon, Double Barrel Whiskey, and Straight Rye Whiskey.Their Bootleg Series takes its name from Dylans official Bootleg Series of albums, the artist being widely recognized as one of the most bootlegged in the history of the genre. Taking craft whiskey to a new level, the series consists of "unique and unreleased whiskeys, including special blends, barrel finishes and rare stocks". Adorned with Dylans paintings, the hand-crafted bottles come with an exquisite leather case. The first release was a 26-year-old whiskey that was finished in Mizunara oak barrels, while the 2020 edition is a 15-year-old straight bourbon that was finished in Jamaican pot-still rum barrels. Bottled at cask strength, this 104.6-proof whiskey is rich with a tamed sweetness and incredible complexity that is brought on by the casks that used to hold very old rum.Grab one of these numbered limited-edition boxes today!

Heaven Hill distillery was founded in 1935, immediately after Prohibition ended in the United States in 1933, after a group of investors, including the famous Joseph L. Beam, decided to be ready for the rebounding market. Heaven Hill is located on a massive estate boasting 22 multi-story rick-houses across hundreds of acres of land. Now known as the "Heaven Hill Bernheim Distillery" they have the second-largest inventory of Bourbon Whiskey in the world. It is also the only remaining large-scale family-owned distillery in Kentucky.In 1837, Henry McKenna emigrated from Ireland to the United States. After spending nearly two decades as a farmer in Kentucky, McKenna founded an eponymous distillery in 1855. At the time, McKenna focused on the production of wheat whiskey (the only crop he was harvesting at the time) and was able to distill enough whiskey to fill one barrel each day. As word of McKennas high-quality whiskey spread, McKenna was able to triple his distillation capacity and began experimenting with the production of bourbon. Following his death in 1893, McKennas three sons Daniel, Stafford and, James began operating the business.The 80-proof Henry Mckenna Bourbon Whiskey honors the rich family tradition and pioneering spirit of Henry McKenna, one of the founding fathers of bourbon. He was among the first to age his whiskey in new, charred American oak barrels. Aged for a minimum of 4 years, it has a mash bill of 75 percent corn, 13 percent rye, and 12 percent barley and is bottled at 80 proof. The oak, vanilla, and butterscotch on the nose are accompanied by floral, citrusy, and cinnamon notes. The mouthfeel is quite creamy and the oak and vanilla are joined by pepper and nutty overtones. Theres a well-balanced sweetness with caramel and dried fruit. The finish is medium and slightly warming.Pick your bottle up today!

Situated at the bottom of the Quitting Time Ski Run in Park City, High West Distillery and Saloon is the first distillery in Utah since Prohibition and the only ski-in gastro-distillery in the world. We wanted to call High West a saloon, says David Perkins, High Wests founder, because we wanted to pay homage to the history of saloons in the old West and the important role they played in each and every town that had one. The saloon was the main meeting place where town hall was held, important announcements were made, and people went to eat and drink. We want people to share that sense of community and friendship over High West.High West Bourye is crafted from a blend of rich bourbons that have matured for a minimum of ten years, and extraordinary rye whiskeys that have aged for ten and sixteen years old. The whiskey offers a combination of sweet honey nougat, mulling spices, and candied fruits, says Perkins. Its very similar to the original Bourye in terms of age and taste profile, but we actually think this one is better.Bourye is a combination of "Bou" for bourbon and "rye" for..well, rye whiskey. Because combining bourbon and rye is a bit unusual, we couldnt help thinking of the jackalope. Legend has it that the best way to catch a jackalope is to lure it with whiskey (as they have a particular fondness for this beverage). Once intoxicated, the animal can quickly be caught.Inspired by the legendary hybrid creature: the jackalope, this High West fusion is a proprietary blend of mature bourbon and rye (sure to attract even the most finicky of jackalopes). All sourced from MGP, Lawrenceburg, Indiana, each whiskey in this meticulously crafted blend was aged a minimum of 10 years.Pick up your bottle today!

In the early 1800s, the State of New York was responsible for the production of more than half of the barley and rye harvested in the United States. The Hudson Valley, which extends from New York City northward through Albany, was the countrys original breadbasket and was home to thousands of farms, hundreds of which distilled the excess grains they harvested into whiskey. In the 1930s, the onset of Prohibition forced these farmers to abandon their stills.Today, in a 19th century Georgian mansion situated in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Master Distiller Dave Pickerell pays homage to the New York farmers who produced their whiskey from grains to glass. Pickerell, who graduated from West Point with a Bachelors degree in Chemistry, served in the military for 11 years as a cavalry officer before receiving his Masters degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Louisville. Then, Pickerell served as Master Distiller as Makers Mark in Loretto, Kentucky for 13 years. There, he was responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of Makers Mark Bourbon. A former chairman of the Kentucky Distillers Association and a member of the Distilled Spirits Council, Pickerell is an expert nonpareil in the production of whiskey.Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon was the worlds first solera aged bourbon. Solera aging is a process that has generally been reserved for aging cognacs, ports and sherries. It involves filling a series of casks at different intervals over a long period of time. As whiskey from the oldest cask is emptied and bottled, the cask is re-filled with an equivalent amount of whiskey from the second-oldest cask in the solera. This cascading effect continues until the youngest cask in the solera is filled with new whiskey. As a result, no cask in the solera is ever fully emptied. In addition, as the younger whiskey ages and cascades through the solera, its average age and complexity gradually increases over time.This solera-aged Hillrock expression is finished in rare Napa Valley Cabernet wine casks. The multi-barrel aging of this copper/amber whiskey with slight red hues in appearance before offering a caramel-vanilla nose full of fruit (cherry, blackberry and citrus) and sweet desserts (taffy, caramelized sugar, plum and caramel). Warm and sweet notes of vanilla, toffee and French oak complimented by a bouquet of floral and fruity notes black cherry, currant, violet and nuts complete the palate before leading to a long and vanilla-focused finish, highlighted with cherry and cabernet flavors (producer). This unique bourbon whiskey earned 93 points at the Ultimate Beverage Challenge.Pick up your bottle today!

In the early 1800s, the State of New York was responsible for the production of more than half of the barley and rye harvested in the United States. The Hudson Valley, which extends from New York City northward through Albany, was the countrys original breadbasket and was home to thousands of farms, hundreds of which distilled the excess grains they harvested into whiskey. In the 1930s, the onset of Prohibition forced these farmers to abandon their stills.Today, in a 19th century Georgian mansion situated in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Master Distiller Dave Pickerell pays homage to the New York farmers who produced their whiskey from grains to glass. Pickerell, who graduated from West Point with a Bachelors degree in Chemistry, served in the military for 11 years as a cavalry officer before receiving his Masters degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Louisville. Then, Pickerell served as Master Distiller as Makers Mark in Loretto, Kentucky for 13 years. There, he was responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of Makers Mark Bourbon. A former chairman of the Kentucky Distillers Association and a member of the Distilled Spirits Council, Pickerell is an expert nonpareil in the production of whiskey.Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon was the worlds first solera aged bourbon. Solera aging is a process that has generally been reserved for aging cognacs, ports and sherries. It involves filling a series of casks at different intervals over a long period of time. As whiskey from the oldest cask is emptied and bottled, the cask is re-filled with an equivalent amount of whiskey from the second-oldest cask in the solera. This cascading effect continues until the youngest cask in the solera is filled with new whiskey. As a result, no cask in the solera is ever fully emptied. In addition, as the younger whiskey ages and cascades through the solera, its average age and complexity gradually increases over time.This solera-aged Hillrock expression is aged partially in rare Premier Cru Sauternes wine casks. Sauternes wine, also known as the nectar of the gods, has a signature balance of sweetness and acidity, with nutty flavors and notes of apricots, honey and peaches. Crafted in the Graves section of Bordeaux, the grapes are influenced by Botrytis fungus also known as noble rot, which causes the grapes to become slightly raisined, yielding a concentrated, unique flavor profile that is imparted onto this special bourbon.Get your bottle today!

American Freedom Distillery was founded by four ex-Green Berets. Currently, theyre building the distillery in St. Petersburg, Florida. For now, Horse Soldier Bourbon is distilled in Columbus, Ohio. Days after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the USA deployed a small team of Green Berets mounted on horseback. These brave men are honored today by theAmericas Response Monumentat Ground Zero. This bourbon honors the small unit, nicknamed the Horse Soldiers. Their story was depicted in the 2018 movie 12 Strong, as well as the CNN documentaryLegion of Brothersand the American Response Monument located at Ground Zero in New York City.Made in the heart of America with pride and patience, this Horse SoldierStraight Bourbon is distilled from a mash of 65 percent corn, 30 percent rye, 5 percent barley, using water from limestone aquifers carefully filtered for purity. The spirit is matured for at least 2 years in new, charred American oak casks. Enjoy it in a range of cocktails, sipped neat or over ice.This bourbon is non-chill filtered, well-balanced, and robust with a mellow finish.Pick up your bottle today!

Howler Head Banana Bourbon is a blend of various Kentucky straight bourbon whiskeys. What sets it apart is a banana infusion, achieved by adding all-natural banana flavors. The banana is prominent on the nose, with some sweetness and brown sugar. There is even more banana and sweetness on the palate with some added spiciness of the oak. The unconventional drink is perfect for a shot but really works wonders as a great base for various cocktails, such as an Old Fashioned with a banana twist or a Bourbon Banana Colada.Grab a bottle today!

Isaac Bernheim immigrated to the United States in 1867 with only $4 in his pocket while he intended to work in New York City upon his arrival, his future employer went out of business and as a result, Bernheim became a traveling salesman, riding his horse throughout rural Pennsylvania and peddling goods to housewives until his horse died.Bernheim then moved to Paducah, Kentucky and became a bookkeeper for a liquor wholesaler, eventually saving enough money to bring his brother Bernard to the United States. In 1872, Isaac and his brother established their own company Bernheim Brothers and together purchased a distillery in Louisville, Kentucky and began to produce I.W. Harper Bourbon. While I.W. stood for Isaac Wolfe, the given name of the older Bernheim, the brothers chose the name Harper over their own surname because it, sounded more American.Bernheim Distillery was one of just ten distilleries granted permission to operate during Prohibition for medicinal purposes, and I.W. Harper Bourbon grew in popularity throughout the 20th century until it was cleared from U.S. shelves in the early 1990s. For the first time in over two decades, I.W. Harper has only been made available again in the recent years.I.W. Harper 15 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey was distilled at the current Bernheim Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky from a mash of 86 percent corn, 6 percent rye, and 8 percent barley. After distillation, the bourbon was aged most recently at the Stitzel-Weller Distillery (also in Louisville) before being hand-bottled in Tullahoma, Tennessee.As a result of its one-and-a-half decade beauty rest, I.W. Harper 15 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has an aroma of mint chocolate and cinnamon spice, along with big notes of oak and dried fruit. The palate is filled with sweet, citrus notes, particularly candied oranges and caramel, and leads to a robust finish accented by charred wood and clover honey.We only have a limited quantity of this spectacular bourbon available.Pick up your bottle today!

Tommy Brunett is a man of many talents his band, The Tommy Brunett Band, tours frequently in the Upstate New York area and has gained national recognition for both original songs as well as classic covers of Johnny Cash and Billy Joe Shaver. A few years ago, while on tour, Brunett had an epiphany: What goes together better than whisky and rock? Being the consummate marketer that he is, Brunett teamed up with Master Distiller Drew Wescott to form Iron Smoke Distillery, which distills whiskey from fresh, local ingredients sourced directly from farms in the Finger Lakes region.Made from a bourbon mash bill that contains corn, rye, wheat and smoked barley sourced from American farms, Iron Smoke Bourbon is distilled and aged by Tommy Brunett at his distillery in Fairport, NY. Before the grains are milled and mashed, Tommy and his team smoke them using applewood, which lends a pleasant, smoky yet sweet characteristic to the whiskey. Once distilled, the whiskey is aged in triple-charred, virgin American oak barrels before being brought to proof with water from the glacier-formed Finger Lakes.As a result, Iron Smoke Whiskey has a bright amber color, along with an aroma of stewed apples, cinnamon and oak. The palate is smoky, with charcoal notes melding nicely with clove spices and butterscotch, and leads to a dry, complex finish with notes of red fruits and pie crust.Previously available only in small quantities, were now able to offer Iron Smoke Straight Bourbon Whiskey to all of our Caskers members. Pick up a bottle today!