GQ recently posted an interesting infographic – a bourbon family tree showing the relationships of bourbon brands via their conglomerate parent companies. The chart and accompanying article were excerpted from The Kings County Distillery Guide to Urban Moonshining, written by the founders of Kings County Distillery, New York City’s first distillery since the Prohibition era. View the infographic and…
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Four Roses 125 Years of Bourbon Infographic
I love a good infographic, especially when it looks as cool as this one. See the full version at www.yearofthetoast.com.
Jim Beam Factory Tour Film
Check out this beautifully shot Jim Beam brand film. There are some really interesting factory scenes that you will enjoy.
Jim Beam Begins Shipping Jacob’s Ghost White Whiskey
Jim Beam’s latest, known as “Jacob’s Ghost White Whiskey” began shipping this week so we should see it popping up on store shelves soon. Beam named it in honor of Jacob Beam, the founding distiller of Jim Beam. Jacob’s Ghost is an 80-proof whiskey that is aged for one year in a charred, white oak…
Maker’s Mark Resuming Production at 45% Alcohol by Volume
Wow. Just got this email from Makers Mark. Glad to hear that they are listening to their fans! “… Since we announced our decision last week to reduce the alcohol content (ABV) of Maker’s Mark in response to supply constraints, we have heard many concerns and questions from our ambassadors and brand fans. We’re humbled…