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Every once in a while, a bourbon reminds you why you fell in love with single barrels in the first place. Not because it’s loud. Not because it’s chasing shock value. But because it quietly, confidently delivers complexity, balance, and craftsmanship in a way that feels effortless. This Bardstown Bourbon Company Single Barrel  does exactly that. A Brief Word on Bardstown Bourbon Company Founded in 2014, Bardstown Bourbon Company  was built with a bold, almost disruptive idea

Every distillery has a story, but Heaven Hill’s  is one of those rare ones that feels genuinely woven into the fabric of Kentucky bourbon. Five Brothers Bourbon  leans into that heritage with a name that honors the Shapira brothers, the family who founded Heaven Hill back in 1935. The bottle itself doesn’t scream for attention — it doesn’t have to. What’s inside does the talking, and it speaks with the kind of easy confidence that only comes from decades of knowing exactly wh

A while back, I was in my favorite Total Wine & More  establishment and saw a large display of Old Emmer Finest Wheat Bourbon Whiskey . I asked an employee for a complimentary pour (I always appreciate!) and asked if he could tell me anything about it. “ It’s flying off the shelves. We can’t keep it in stock .” Really – tell me more … “ Well, you’ve heard of Elmer T. Lee  – well this is similar. And the ‘old’ is tied to ‘Old Taylor’ ” … Hmmm … My mantra is “ Never let the tru

Some bourbons demand attention; others earn it. Old Bardstown Estate Bottled Bourbon  falls squarely into the second category — a bottle that doesn’t chase hype, doesn’t posture, and doesn’t need to. It’s the kind of pour that rewards curiosity and reminds you why traditional Kentucky bourbon still hits the spot. From Family Roots to Kentucky Legend Old Bardstown Estate Bottled Bourbon  is produced by the Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. Willett’s bourbon story is,

Few names evoke nostalgia quite like John Denver’s 1971 hit single Country Roads . Pair that sentiment with bourbon, and you’ve got a recipe for something truly special. Take Me Home Country Roads 4 Lane Bourbon  is more than just a whiskey—it’s a tribute to Appalachian heritage, craftsmanship, and the open road. A Journey in Every Sip Inspired by the iconic song that celebrates the beauty of West Virginia and the Appalachian spirit, 4 Lane Bourbon aims to capture that same s