TWiB: E.H. Taylor Enters the BTAC, Pursuit Releases 4 New Expressions, Heaven Hill Grain To Glass and Old Fitz
It's This Week in Bourbon for May 9th, 2025. E.H. Taylor comes to the BTAC, Pursuit releases 4 new expressions and new packaging, Heaven Hill releases new Grain To Glass and Old Fitz.Show Notes:
Wild Turkey's 8-year age statement likely ended around 2002 due to production shifts and industry decline.
Documentary "Frankfort, Kentucky: The Heart of Bourbon" screening June 13.
Camp Runamok returns for 14th year of bourbon education.
Lost Lantern announces Discovery Club, a monthly whiskey subscription.
Devils River Whiskey files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon joins Buffalo Trace Antique Collection in 2025.
Pursuit Spirits introduces new proof points and packaging for Pursuit United Bourbon and Rye.
Frey Ranch releases Harvester Series: 10th Anniversary Edition, 121.14 proof, $249.99.
Chattanooga Whiskey releases Spring 2021 Bottled in Bond Vintage Series, $52.99.
Green River Whiskey named Official Whiskey of the U.S. Army, commemorative release June 14, 111.1 proof.
Heaven Hill launches Family Farms First initiative with Second Edition of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Bourbon, 105 proof.
Heaven Hill releases Spring 2025 Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series, 9-year-old, $129.99.
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513 - Buying Barrels and Waiting with Amine Karaoud of Old Louisville Whiskey Company
In this episode, we sit down with Amine Karaoud, the founder behind Old Louisville Whiskey Company. Amine's path is unorthodox, transitioning from a safe career in engineering to living a life behind the counter of a struggling liquor store in Old Louisville. At that store, he learned about the business and how to navigate the three tier system. He also had some foresight where he took profits from the store and started buying barrels at MGP years ago but he didn't know what to do with them. Fast forward a few years, he's got a healthy stock of double digit aged barrels and an idea of creating a new brand. His past life with the retail ingrained a sense of hospitality which is one of the reasons why he has fostered a community that grabs up all his releases.
Show Notes:
What inspired your move from engineering to the whiskey industry?
How did you revitalize the liquor store you took over?
What obstacles did you encounter while launching your whiskey brand?
Can you elaborate on your barrel sourcing strategy?
Why did you choose to build your own distillery instead of using co-packers?
What role does community engagement play in your business?
Insights into your blending process and the importance of mash bills.
How has your retail experience influenced your whiskey offerings?
Any tips for budding distillers or liquor store owners?
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Whiskey Quickie: Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Wheat Whiskey Review
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey. This 19 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $300 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.
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TWiB: National Bourbon Week Events, Changes President's Choice and Woodford, Star Trek Spirits and Stellum Collaborate
It's This Week in Bourbon for May 2nd, 2025. National Bourbon Week in Bardstown releases event schedule, Derby Week insider announcements from Brown Forman, and Star Trek Spirits and Stellum collaborate on new whiskeys.Show Notes:
Brown Forman changes President's Choice and New Woodford Reserve Barrel Strength Rye.
Kentucky Bourbon Festival weekend passes are sold out.
National Bourbon Week announces full event schedule, June 9-15, 2025.
Oaklore Distilling Co. releases Oaklore Four Grain Bourbon nationwide, 92 proof, $69.99.
WOODINVILLE WHISKEY releases Tequila Finish Bourbon, 100 proof, $69.99.
Quest’s End Whiskey unveils Quest’s End Druid, rum & vermouth finish, $149.99.
Star Trek Spirits & Stellum Spirits release limited edition Romulan whiskeys, $79 each.
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512 - When Do Age Statements Matter? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #105
We're coming together and we're talking about age statements. Wild Turkey 101 is making its 8 year return for the first time since 1992. But I really wanted to pose a question of when do age statements really matter? You see all kinds of brands that are very successful without age statements, namely coming from Brown Forman with the likes of Old Forrester and with Woodford Reserve. Even the most famous bourbon on the planet, Blanton's, doesn't have an age statement. So when do age statements matter?
Show Notes:
Wild Turkey 101 is making an 8 year return
When do age statements matter?
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The Official Podcast of Bourbon! The best in news, reviews and interviews with people making the bourbon whiskey industry happen. Join hosts Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick as they talk with prominent guests and provide insight on American whiskey 3 times a week. Catch all new episodes every Thursday with special Whiskey Quickie reviews on Tuesday and get caught up on bourbon news with This Week in Bourbon on Friday.
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