Bourbon News for September 6, 2024

Welcome to my biweekly Bourbon Newsletter for September 6, 2024! I’ll do a short recap of notable Distillery, Whiskey & Bourbon News from the past two weeks. If you want to learn more about any entry, then simply follow the links to read the full press release or other sources. If you enjoy this newsletter, please share it with your friends. Also, please consider helping support the continued existence of this newsletter and BourbonObsessed.com at my Patreon page. In addition, you can contact me directly to be a sponsor. If you’ll be at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival next week, be sure to say hello! I’ll be the one wearing the Bourbon Obsessed hat. Cheers!🥃

Distillery & Bourbon News For September 6, 2024

But First, Here’s What’s New on BourbonObsessed.com!

This week, we have reviews of new bourbons from Bardstown Bourbon Company, J Mattingly 1885 and Old Elk, in addition to our recently updated write up about visiting the James B. Beam Distilling Co.

• James B. Beam Distilling Tour Review – Join us on a visit to the James B. Beam Distilling Co and learn all about their new visitor experiences!
• Bardstown Bourbon Silver Oak Review – The latest release in Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Collaborative Series is a blend of six 9- to 15-year-old bourbons from Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana and Georgia finished in Silver Oak Cabernet barrels for 17 months. If you’re a fan of red wine finished bourbons, you’ll want to check this one out! Full Review.
• J Mattingly 1845 Classic Small Batch Bourbon Review – J Mattingly has been known for custom blends created for special retailers and distillery guests. However, their new flagship bourbon is this classic 6 year old small batch bourbon which has undergone the Distillery’s signature double- staving™ process. It’s a flavorful, enjoyable pour, that tastes older than its 6 years. Full Review.
• Old Elk Cognac Finish Wheat Whiskey Review – The latest release in the Old Elk Cask Finish Series is a Straight Wheat Whiskey finished in French Limousine Cognac Casks for 6-12 months. The cognac and wheat whisky are a perfect combination. Full Review.

Distillery & Bourbon News For September 6, 2024

Now, on to the news!

• The Bourbon Baron Raffle Benefiting The Cure Starts Now, presented by The Party Source – According to the Cure Starts Now website, they “represent something truly different – a grassroots effort dedicated to, not just fighting one cancer, but the elimination of ALL cancers.” “The Cure Starts Now has funded $23,533,974 (USD) in pediatric brain cancer research in partnership with the DIPG / DMG Collaborative. This includes 150 grants at over 100 hospitals in 29 countries.” The Bourbon Baron Raffle features a single grand prize of 6 Weller bourbons – 1 bottle each of Daniel Weller, William Larue Welller, Weller Antique and Weller 12, plus 2 bottles of Weller Full Proof. The drawing is September 9. You can enter the raffle here.
• Saga Spirits To Develop $92.5 Million Whiskey Project & Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky – Saga Spirits Group, led by bourbon industry veteran Wes Henderson (formerly of Angel’s Envy), is investing $92.5 million to build a new distillery and tourism complex in Woodford County, Kentucky. This project includes a visitor center, tasting room, lodging, restaurant, and retail space. They’ll also renovate the nearby Kentucky Castle. The project is expected to create 89 jobs and received $4.192 million in state incentives. Press Release.
• Food Service Begins at the Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience – Food is now being served at the Five Brothers Bar & Kitchen, upstairs at the Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience, in Bardstown, Kentucky. Named after the five Shapira brothers who founded the company, the restaurant offers a unique dining experience with Southern-inspired cuisine. The menu features dishes like Fried Chicken Sandwiches, Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup, and Fluffernutters, as well as fried Pimento Cheese balls and other traditional offerings like burgers, salads and sides. Five Brothers is open for lunch and afternoon dining. Press Release.
• Dierks Bentley Introduces ROW 94 Whiskey – ROW 94 is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, launched in September 2024 by country music superstar Dierks Bentley and crafted at the historic Green River Distilling Co. in Owensboro, KY. The bourbon is 4 years old and uses Green River’s bourbon mash bill of 70% corn, 21% rye and 9% malted barley. The name comes from the year that Dierks moved to Nashville, and Nashville’s Music Row. Dierks’ dream is to create a bourbon that he and his fans can enjoy on the big nights and everyday gatherings. ROW 94 will first be available in Tennessee, Kentucky, Florida, Colorado, and Arizona, with additional states slated for 2025. It is also available nationwide for purchase at row94whiskey.com. 94 Proof. $39.99. Press Release.

Distillery & Bourbon News For September 6, 2024

New Releases

• Bardstown Bourbon Company Silver Oak – The latest addition to the BBC Collaborative Series is is blend of six 9- to 15-year-old bourbons from Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana and Georgia finished in Silver Oak Cabernet barrels for 17 months. 108 Proof. $159.99. Read my review.
• Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series 12 – The 12th edition of the BBC Discovery Series is blend of three Kentucky bourbons aged 10 – 14 years, plus a 6 year old four grain bourbon distilled at BBC. 115.2 Proof. $139.99. Press Release.
• Booker’s Bourbon The Reserves – The first of a new, annual limited-release series by Freddie Noe to commemorate his grandaddy, 6^th Generation Master Distiller Booker Noe, and his contributions to the bourbon world. A blend of 8 – 14 year old bourbons, uncut, unfiltered and at cask strength. 125.9 proof. $129.99. Press Release.
• Parker’s Heritage 18th Edition – Cognac Barrel Finished Malt Whiskey – The 18th Edition of Heaven Hill’s annual ultra-premium release is a 14-year-old Malt Whiskey Finished in Reconstructed Heavy Toast Cognac Barrels. 107 Proof. $169.99. Press Release.
• Little Book “The Infinite” – Little Book’s ’The Infinite: Edition 1’ is the First-Ever Brand Extension Featuring Whiskey Laid Down by Three Generations of Noe Family Master Distillers. The blend includes bourbons aged 20, 14, 7 and 8 years. 119.3 Proof. $199.99. Press Release.
• Pursuit United Double Oaked Rye – The Double Oaked Rye uses Pursuit United Rye Whiskey as the base. It is then finished with a stave profile using french oak that has been lightly toasted and heavily charred. 108 Proof. $69.99. Press Release.

Distillery & Bourbon News For September 6, 2024

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