Corning & Company Distillers Old Potrero 6-Year Straight Rye Whiskey

Corning & Company Distillers Old Potrero 6-Year Straight Rye Whiskey 48.5%-ABV 750ml.

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Craft Whiskey Exploration Kit: For Dads Who Love Whiskey

The Craft Whiskey Exploration Kit makes a great Father’s Day gift for dads who are ready to be introduced to incredible independently owned craft whiskeys from all over the world! https://thecraftycask.myshopify.com/products/craft-whiskey-tasting-kit  SipScout is the first subscription club for craft drinks explorers and we're now offering a one-off purchase of our popular whiskey tasting kit.

We're big believers in drinking craft and supporting small business and this whiskey tasting kit helps you do just that. You'll discover 6 craft whiskeys styles from 6 different craft makers in 6 different regions to supercharge your whiskey understanding while also learning about your own palate so you can continue to find new whiskeys you love on your own.
PLUS:

• 6 craft whiskey samples, enough for two people to share
• A printed SipScout Report to guide you on your exploration
• A video overview of our Whiskey Tasting Techniques
• A downloadable tasting guide to use with this tasting and beyond

$90. Available at: https://thecraftycask.com/

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Ireland claims it gave whisky-making to Scotland, and the Scots tend to agree, however, Canada now makes the 'World's Best' potstill whisky!

VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC, May 3, 2023 - It's official: Canada, specifically Macaloney's Island Distillery on Vancouver Island, distils the best potstill whisky – in the world. Just announced at the prestigious World Whiskies Awards (WWA) in London UK, Macaloney's Kildara single potstill whisky took home the gold medal for 'World's Best.' This success demonstrates the resilience of Macaloney Distillers, who settled a lawsuit with the Scotch Whisky Association in April 2022.

Scotland, Ireland, the U.S.A., Japan and many other countries compete with over 1,500 whisky entries at the WWA. In taking 'World's Best Potstill Whisky,' Macaloney's Island Distillery, which has been making potstill whisky since 2019 beat 15-year-old, 21-year-old, and even 27-year-old whiskies to take the top award.

Graeme Macaloney PhD, Master Whiskymaker and President commented, "We make all our whiskies using traditional methods and hone these processes so they are the best they can possibly be. To achieve this, I studied at the Irish Whiskey Academy and visited with the Master Distiller at Ireland's biggest, most established distillery, Midleton."

Back in Canada, Dr. Macaloney fine-tuned the process and used Canadian barley to get better flavours, despite the lower yield of spirit. "It's about quality, not quantity," said Dr. Macaloney. "We use the best ingredients and equipment even though they cost more. That way, we're able to make award-winning whiskies for both whisky enthusiasts and those new to whisky appreciation to enjoy."

Macaloney's Island Distillery is not simply content to make World's Best whisky but plans to show the world how great Canadian whisky is. The distillery recently began exporting its products globally, with recent shipments going to the UK, U.S.A., Germany, Netherlands, Italy, Taiwan, and Malaysia. They've also arranged to sell their whiskies from their on-line distillery shop (www.MacaloneyDistillers.com/shop) direct to consumers across Canada, the U.S.A., Britain and select European Union countries.

About Macaloney Island Distillery & Twa Dogs Brewery: Macaloney's Island Distillery & Twa Dogs Brewery is a destination craft distillery & brewery funded by Canadian single malt whisky & beer enthusiasts from coast-to-coast via an on-going crowdfunding campaign. The Visitor Centre gift store is normally open 7 days per week for kilt-clad guided tours & tutored tastings.

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Crown Royal Kicks Off National Military Appreciation Month and the Countdown to Memorial Day with Partner CreatiVets and Country Music Star, Mitchell Tenpenny

This May, Crown Royal continues its commitment to the military community by partnering with Nashville-based non-profit, CreatiVets, to sponsor their Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament and donates to their music and art therapy programming

NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 2, 2023- In honor of May being National Military Appreciation Month, Crown Royal is proud to continue to celebrate and recognize the men and women who have so selflessly served our country. The whisky brand has been dedicated to serving the military community for over a decade through initiatives like The Purple Bag Project, and is excited to kick off this Military Appreciation Month in partnership with nonprofit CreatiVets. Yesterday, Crown Royal again joined CreatiVets in hosting their Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament with the shared goal of raising funds to support CreatiVets' mission of helping veterans heal through music therapy and the arts.

"Crown Royal first became a partner of CreatiVets last fall when they invited us to join in on their CMA Awards activation and we couldn't resist," said Richard Casper, founder of CreatiVets. "What I didn't know was they were going to invite me onstage during the live broadcast and surprise me with a donation. From there, we've grown our partnership and I couldn't be more excited to continue our partnership throughout Military Appreciation Month."

To continue the celebration and to further support our military, the award-winning whisky brand and CreatiVets hosted Mitchell Tenpenny, Meghan Patrick, Jameson Rodgers, and numerous other country music stars at Old Hickory Country Club. The country music family also participated in the brand's decade-long program, The Purple Bag Project, which turns donated Crown Royal bags into care packages for the military overseas.

"As the son of an Air Force vet, supporting our military and recognizing the sacrifices our men and women make to keep us safe is personal. I'm proud I can join Crown Royal which has long supported our military communities during Military Appreciation Month," said country music star, Mitchell Tenpenny. "Today and everyday, I appreciate the steadfast support of these selfless individuals, and I'm proud that I could join Crown Royal and my peers in extending gratitude to CreatiVets for all they do to support our military and veteran communities."

Attendees also received first-access to Crown Royal's limited-edition collaboration featuring Whiskey Jam x Crown Royal co-branded hats. A portion of the proceeds from every hat sold will be donated to CreatiVets to help further its steadfast support of the military through music and arts therapy programming.

"Crown Royal has been serving the military and veterans for years and we're proud to celebrate Military Appreciation Month in partnership with CreatiVets," said Hadley Schafer, Director of Crown Royal Whisky. "For us, it's more than just a day or a month, it's a part of our history and brand DNA, and it's exciting to see how many people share in that mission of generosity."

Sponsoring the Third Annual CreatiVets Charity Golf Tournament and partnering with Whiskey Jam on a limited-edition hat is just the beginning of the brand's Military Appreciation Month programming. As we countdown to Memorial Day and in continuation of Crown Royal's support for our service men and women, CreatiVets founder, Richard Casper, will appear in Kittch's Chefs and Vets program in partnership with Mitchell Tenpenny and Porter Road co-founder James Peisker in Nashville. The whisky brand is excited to share a donation to CreatiVets to support their mission of helping veterans heal through music and art therapy.

As we express our gratitude for the military and veterans, please do so responsibility.

About Crown Royal
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky is the number-one selling Canadian whisky brand in the world and has a tradition as long and distinctive as its taste. Specially blended to commemorate a grand tour of Canada made by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth of Great Britain in 1939, Crown Royal's smooth, elegant flavor and gift-worthy presentation reflect its regal origins – it is considered the epitome of Canadian whisky. For more information, visit crownroyal.com. Crown Royal encourages all consumers to please enjoy responsibly.

About Diageo North America
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world.

For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow on Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.

About CreatiVets
CreatiVets' is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to provide wounded veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury with opportunities to use art, music, and creative writing to heal their unseen wounds of war. Their goal is to empower veterans with tools they can use for the rest of their lives and enable them to see their own capacity for success in an arena outside the battlefield. Learn more at creativets.org.

About Kittch
Kittch is a live streaming platform for chefs and culinary artists dedicated to bringing world-class cooking experiences into your home. Devoted exclusively to connecting passionate home cooks with renowned chefs and instructors through live, interactive classes, Kittch makes culinary education more accessible to everyone. The platform hosts nearly 600 carefully-curated chefs, culinary influencers and brands - a number that increases each week. The Kittch community of food enthusiasts sits at the epicenter of today's culinary revolution, with a unique ability to connect brands to a focused and engaged, food-loving audience.

About Vets and Chefs
Crown Royal partnered with Kittch to create "Vets & Chefs: Gratitude for Service" — a multi-layered digital  and IRL program that honored our nation's veterans with excellent food and stellar Crown Royal cocktails. Through custom content, strategic partnerships, celebrity ambassadors, and charitable donations, Kittch brought to life and amplified Crown Royal's continued gratitude for military heroes across America.

The series showcased inspiring stories from veterans as they were hosted by some of the country's best chefs, and joined by NFL players throughout the program. Kittch rallied five of the most influential chefs in America  to toast a local hero and show their appreciation the best way they know how, through food and celebration. Each livestream delivered inspirational, entertaining, and heartwarming content.

About Mitchell Tenpenny
Mitchell is a multi-faceted entertainer: singer, songwriter, producer and performer. Since the release of his debut 3X platinum-certified No 1 hit single, "Drunk Me," he's set new standards for breakout success in country music. He was recently recognized for surpassing the One Billion streams threshold, now surpassing 1.5 Billion global streams. Mitchell's new album This Is The Heavy contains the platinum-selling #1 hit "Truth About You," a song that made chart history with shortest span between #1 songs since 1982 with just three weeks since his last chart topper. "Truth About You" followed Mitchell's co-penned #1 collaboration with labelmate Chris Young on the ACM Music Event nominated "At The End Of A Bar."   Mitchell10penny.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

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BLACKENED® WHISKEY ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST NORTH AMERICAN RELEASE OF CASK STRENGTH

BLACKENED Whiskey Cask Strength is a Blend of Straight Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys Finished and Sonically-Enhanced in Brandy Casks Bottled at Cask Strength

NEW YORK, May 2, 2023 -- Today, award-winning BLACKENED Whiskey^® announces its release of Cask Strength, starting with Volume 01, as a nationwide rollout and will include Canada. BLACKENED Whiskey Cask Strength features the same award-winning blend of the finest North American bourbons and ryes as in the original expression. The whiskeys are then married and finished in brandy casks, bottled at cask strength, and non-chill filtered, offering a viscous mouthfeel with an even bolder flavor profile. Each volume of Cask Strength is its own unique batch and limited in quantity.

After receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback on previous limited Cask Strength releases, which have received a 91 rating from Whisky Advocate and Gold from the John Barleycorn Awards, BLACKENED Whiskey is answering consumer demand with this expression and rolling it out across the U.S. and multiple provinces in Canada.

The makers of BLACKENED Whiskey sonically-enhance their whiskeys to extract more flavor from the finishing casks, using a patent-pending scientific process co-developed by the sound engineers at Meyer Sound, a global leader in sound technology. Dubbed Black Noise™, this sonic-enhancement process produces low hertz sound waves causing the whiskey to reverberate at a fast rate, interacting with the oak staves of the finishing barrel, measurably releasing wood compounds and flavors.

BLACKENED Whiskey Cask Strength features notes of rolled oats, vanilla wafer, fig, maple sugar, and toffee on the nose. On the palate are hints of walnut, caramel, and vanilla crème with a brown sugar, ancho chile, and a cinnamon spice finish.

"I absolutely love cask strength whiskey," said BLACKENED Whiskey Master Distiller & Blender, Rob Dietrich. "You are drinking whiskey in its purest form; unfiltered, uncut and born straight from the barrel with one unapologetic purpose - to be savored."

"When creating BLACKENED, we didn't want to create just another whiskey. Our goal was to create something unique and refined that would appeal to even the top notch whiskey experts," said Metallica bassist, Robert Trujillo. "We are so proud of Rob's latest accolades with Rye The Lightning receiving the #14 spot on Whisky Advocate's Top Whiskies of 2022. We know fans are going to be excited for the release of BLACKENED Whiskey Cask Strength, starting with the newly released Volume 01."

BLACKENED Whiskey Cask Strength is on shelves now with an SRP of $69.99. To find local retailers or gather information, visit BLACKENED Whiskey's website www.BlackenedWhiskey.com and follow on social at @BlackenedAmericanWhiskey. To hear the playlist, visit blackenedwhiskey.com/batch-playlists/.

ABOUT SWEET AMBER DISTILLING CO.

Established in 2018, Sweet Amber Distilling Co. is a producer of hand-crafted spirits. Helmed by Co-Founder and CEO John Bilello, Sweet Amber launched with the creation of BLACKENED^® - a masterful collaboration between late whiskey luminary Dave Pickerell and rock icons Metallica, which is now available in all 50 states and parts of Canada, with plans to expand rapidly. In 2019, Rob Dietrich took the helm as Master Distiller & Blender, introducing new expressions like Rye The Lightning™, which was celebrated as one of the 20 best whiskies in the world in 2022 by Whisky Advocate. Sweet Amber is a nimble, dynamic organization that is completely virtual, allowing a greater flexibility, efficiency, and geographic coverage across the U.S. with depth of experience in the spirits and music industries.

ABOUT ROB DIETRICH

Rob Dietrich is the Master Distiller & Blender of BLACKENED^® American Whiskey, and the former Master Distiller for Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey. Rob has more than 15 years in the industry and gained notoriety during his time at Stranahan's for producing unique, award-winning whiskies such as the limited edition, cask-finished Snowflake, and more recently, the Master of Whiskey series with BLACKENED. Rob is responsible for every aspect of production and is committed to not only maintaining the original recipe of Blackened, using artisanal methods and a handcrafted approach, but is also dedicated to creating contemporary and unique world-class whiskey. Rob Dietrich initially learned the art and science of distilling from legendary distiller Jess Graber whom he proudly calls his mentor. His passion for music was honed across 10 years spent in the music business, beginning with working with Bill Graham Presents, and also as a freelance agent for a variety of venues like Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheater and The Fillmore in San Francisco and Denver, as well as producing and managing many tours and festivals. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division and served from 1992 to 1995. His two tours in Somalia as well as relief operations in Haiti helped shape his life-affirming philosophy.

ABOUT METALLICA

Formed in 1981 by vocalist/guitarist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich, Metallica has become one of the most influential and successful rock bands in history, selling nearly 120 million albums worldwide and generating more than 15 billion streams while playing to millions of fans on all seven continents. Metallica's catalog of multi-platinum studio albums includes Kill 'Em All, Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets, … And Justice for All, Metallica (commonly referred to as The Black Album), Load, Reload, St. Anger, Death Magnetic, Hardwired…to Self-Destruct, and the forthcoming 72 Seasons, out April 14, 2023, on the band's own Blackened Recordings label. Metallica's awards and accolades include nine Grammy Awards, two American Music Awards, multiple MTV Video Music Awards, a 2009 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and Sweden's Polar Music Prize. In 2017, Metallica established the All Within My Hands Foundation to give back to communities that have supported the band. To date, All Within My Hands' collective efforts have raised nearly $12 million – providing $5.9 million in grants to career and technical education programs, over $2.5 million to combat food insecurity, and more than $3.3 million to disaster relief efforts.

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Distillery Of Modern Art Shortbarrel Single Barrel Series Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Distillery Of Modern Art Shortbarrel Single Barrel Series Straight Bourbon Whiskey 65%-ABV 750ml.

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JIM BEAM® LAUNCHES NEW GLOBAL BRAND CAMPAIGN: PEOPLE ARE GOOD FOR YOU

Campaign kicks off with spot set to tune of iconic 'Sweet Caroline,' bringing to life the importance of real human connections  

CLERMONT, ., May 1, 2023- Jim Beam, the world's number one bourbon and enduring American icon, announces the launch of its new global brand campaign to celebrate the notion that "People Are Good For You." The campaign, which includes a new website and advertising, accompanied by the rollout of a new visual identity and packaging, kicks off the brand's strategy to reinvigorate and drive an emotional connection between Jim Beam and the next generation of consumers.

"We started this process by going back to our heritage as a brand crafted through the generations by the first family of bourbon," says Jim Beam Global Brand Vice President Veronique Mura. "Jim Beam is an iconic brand that has celebrated the power of human connection for over two hundred years, going back to the front porch of the Beam family home where everyone was welcome. Our new global brand campaign puts our authenticity and warmth on full display and reminds audiences that there's no feeling more special than being around other people."

Launching today in the U.S., the new spot, including :15, :30, and :60 second versions, marks the start of a global campaign for Jim Beam that will debut in additional markets later this year. Set to the tune of one of the most iconic connection songs, 'Sweet Caroline' by musical artist Neil Diamond, the spot leans directly into the new campaign ethos that people are good for you. The ad captures a moment of human connection by showcasing a community united in a spontaneous moment of joy – whether at a bar with close friends or ones you've just met – that reflects the welcoming spirit of Jim Beam. 

Honoring the DNA of the brand, the refreshed visual identity started with an exploration of Jim Beam through the generations. It continues the down-to-earth warmth and welcoming informality that the brand is known for. From its logo featuring the iconic rosette, packaging, website and all consumer touchpoints, the visual identity will debut in the U.S. and Japan in June and then follow globally.

The new campaign will be featured across all media channels, including broadcast, streaming, digital and social.

The ad was directed by Noam Murro with creative by Leo Burnett and the new Jim Beam visual design was created in partnership with Turner Duckworth.

 

About Jim Beam^® Bourbon
Jim Beam is the world's best-selling bourbon, crafted by seven generations of family distillers since 1795. Fred Noe, Jim Beam's 7th Generation Master Distiller, has stayed true to the family recipe that's been passed down through generations. The Jim Beam portfolio of products includes Jim Beam Bourbon, Jim Beam Black, Jim Beam Double Oak, Jim Beam Devil's Cut, Jim Beam Flavors, and Jim Beam Rye among other offerings. For more information, go to www.jimbeam.com @jimbeamofficial on Instagram and @jimbeam on Twitter.

About Beam Suntory
As a world leader in premium spirits, Beam Suntory inspires the brilliance of life by delivering great consumer experiences through its world-class portfolio of brands. Known for its craftsmanship of premium whiskies, including Jim Beam^®, Maker's Mark^®, Basil Hayden^® and Knob Creek^® bourbons; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki^®, Hakushu^®, Hibiki^® and Toki™; and leading Scotch brands including Teacher's, Laphroaig^® and Bowmore^®, Beam Suntory also produces leading brands such as Courvoisier^® cognac, Tres Generaciones^®, El Tesoro^® and Hornitos^® tequila, Roku™ and Sipsmith^® gin, Canadian Club^® whisky, and is a world leader in ready-to-drink cocktails, with brands like -196 and On The Rocks ™ Premium Cocktails.

A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in more than 30 countries, one of Beam Suntory's core values is Growing for Good and through its Proof Positive sustainability strategy, the company has committed to ambitious goals and investments to promote environmental sustainability in its operations, ensure the company has a positive impact on the communities where employees live and work, and programs to educate and inform consumers to make the right personal choices about drinking. Headquartered in New York City, Beam Suntory is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan. For more information on Beam Suntory, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.beamsuntory.com and www.drinksmart.com.

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Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. Announces Brand's First Rye Offering, Scarlet Shade 14-Year-Old

Inspired by Tattoos as Forever Mementos, Scarlet Shade Serves as a Reminder to All Who Cross its Path that Memories Last Forever

NEW YORK, May 1, 2023  - Since its inception, the Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. has set out to find and share barrels of rare whiskey, nearly forgotten before being bottled for the world to try. Today, they are introducing the first ever Rye release to the brand's collection of premium whiskies – Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade – a born traveler distilled in Indiana, aged to perfection in Kentucky and bottled in Tennessee.

For Scarlet Shade's Master Blender, Samantha Johnson, blending the rare 14-year-old Rye whiskey stocks was the perfect opportunity to share the brand's first Rye offering with the world. With a story almost as daring as the liquid itself, Scarlet Shade crossed state lines from Indiana into Kentucky to age in new barrels of white oak for 14 years, ruminating on its forebears' pre-Prohibition glory days. Now, as Rye whiskey undergoes a great resurgence, Scarlet Shade rises aglow, ready to make history.

Receiving a Gold Medal at this year's San Francisco Wine & Spirits Competition, this 14-year-old rye is heralded by sweet vanilla butter cream and lightly toasted oak aromas, tasting of warm baking spices, rye toast and orchard fruits, before warming into sweet orange marmalade and lingering as a dark chocolate finish. At 90 proof (45%), Rye fans can best enjoy Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade neat or on the rocks.

"For whiskey fans looking for a Rye with heritage, Scarlet Shade provides the opportunity to add a 14-year-old, incredibly rare offering to their collection," said Samantha Johnson, Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade Master Blender. "This latest Orphan Barrel offering is a nod to the journey we are all on and the travelers that we are. I can't wait to share this unique experience with whiskey enthusiasts and showcase the dedication that went into crafting Scarlet Shade."

The vibrant label design pays homage to the history of Scarlet Shade. In the center, the cardinal – state bird of Indiana and Kentucky – is surrounded by Indiana's state flower, the peony, and perched on a skull to honor lost loved ones. With its flash tattoo-style label, Scarlet Shade serves as a reminder to all who cross its path that the best whiskey memories last forever.

Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade is a limited release, and as past variants have been highly sought after, whiskey aficionados and collectors will want to get a hold of this rare offering as soon as it becomes available. Beginning this May, the new variant will begin rolling out at select spirits retailers across the nation with a suggested retail price of $199.99. Scarlet Shade can be purchased on ReserveBar, Drizly.com or the Drizly app where shipping and delivery are available. For more information on Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co., click here and follow @orphanbarrel on Instagram.

Orphan Barrel reminds discerning adult fans lucky enough to get their hands on a bottle to sip slowly and responsibly.

ABOUT ORPHAN BARREL WHISKEY CO.
The Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. is an endeavor to rescue nearly forgotten barrels of delicious whiskey and share them with discerning adult consumers. We are inspired by creativity, delicious whiskey, good times and great stories. The project is owned and run by DIAGEO and headquartered in Tullahoma, Tenn. However, we like to think the project is founded in dark, quiet corners of rickhouses around the world where great whiskeys are just waiting to be discovered.

About DIAGEO
DIAGEO is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.

DIAGEO is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about DIAGEO, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit DIAGEO's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.

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Wildcat Willy’s Distillery Fire In The Hole Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey

Wildcat Willy’s Distillery Fire In The Hole Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey 30%-ABV 375ml.

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Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. Announces Brand's First Rye Offering, Scarlet Shade 14-Year-Old

Inspired by Tattoos as Forever Mementos, Scarlet Shade Serves as a Reminder to All Who Cross its Path that Memories Last Forever

NEW YORK, NY May 1, 2023- Since its inception, the Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. has set out to find and share barrels of rare whiskey, nearly forgotten before being bottled for the world to try. Today, they are introducing the first ever Rye release to the brand's collection of premium whiskies – Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade – a born traveler distilled in Indiana, aged to perfection in Kentucky and bottled in Tennessee.

For Scarlet Shade's Master Blender, Samantha Johnson, blending the rare 14-year-old Rye whiskey stocks was the perfect opportunity to share the brand's first Rye offering with the world. With a story almost as daring as the liquid itself, Scarlet Shade crossed state lines from Indiana into Kentucky to age in new barrels of white oak for 14 years, ruminating on its forebears' pre-Prohibition glory days. Now, as Rye whiskey undergoes a great resurgence, Scarlet Shade rises aglow, ready to make history.

Receiving a Gold Medal at this year's San Francisco Wine & Spirits Competition, this 14-year-old rye is heralded by sweet vanilla butter cream and lightly toasted oak aromas, tasting of warm baking spices, rye toast and orchard fruits, before warming into sweet orange marmalade and lingering as a dark chocolate finish. At 90 proof (45%), Rye fans can best enjoy Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade neat or on the rocks.

"For whiskey fans looking for a Rye with heritage, Scarlet Shade provides the opportunity to add a 14-year-old, incredibly rare offering to their collection," said Samantha Johnson, Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade Master Blender. "This latest Orphan Barrel offering is a nod to the journey we are all on and the travelers that we are. I can't wait to share this unique experience with whiskey enthusiasts and showcase the dedication that went into crafting Scarlet Shade."

The vibrant label design pays homage to the history of Scarlet Shade. In the center, the cardinal – state bird of Indiana and Kentucky – is surrounded by Indiana's state flower, the peony, and perched on a skull to honor lost loved ones. With its flash tattoo-style label, Scarlet Shade serves as a reminder to all who cross its path that the best whiskey memories last forever.

Orphan Barrel Scarlet Shade is a limited release, and as past variants have been highly sought after, whiskey aficionados and collectors will want to get a hold of this rare offering as soon as it becomes available. Beginning this May, the new variant will begin rolling out at select spirits retailers across the nation with a suggested retail price of $199.99. Scarlet Shade can be purchased on ReserveBar, Drizly.com or the Drizly app where shipping and delivery are available. For more information on Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co., click here and follow @orphanbarrel on Instagram.

Orphan Barrel reminds discerning adult fans lucky enough to get their hands on a bottle to sip slowly and responsibly.

ABOUT ORPHAN BARREL WHISKEY CO.
The Orphan Barrel Whiskey Co. is an endeavor to rescue nearly forgotten barrels of delicious whiskey and share them with discerning adult consumers. We are inspired by creativity, delicious whiskey, good times and great stories. The project is owned and run by DIAGEO and headquartered in Tullahoma, Tenn. However, we like to think the project is founded in dark, quiet corners of rickhouses around the world where great whiskeys are just waiting to be discovered.

About DIAGEO
DIAGEO is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.

DIAGEO is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about DIAGEO, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit DIAGEO's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.

Follow us on Twitter for news and information about DIAGEO North America:
@Diageo_NA.
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Glenmorangie A Tale Of Tokyo Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey

Glenmorangie A Tale Of Tokyo Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey aged in Mizunara, Bourbon and Sherry casks 46%-ABV 750ml.

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Blanton’s Private Barrel Now Available at Bank & Bourbon in Philadelphia

Bourbon enthusiasts can unite in Center City, Philadelphia. Inherently American restaurant, Bank & Bourbon, is now featuring an exclusive Blanton’s Private Barrel in it bourbon flight for $32.

Blanton’s Bourbon, named after Albert Blanton, the late president of George T. Stagg Distiller, is the world’s first single barrel bourbon that was bottled and sold in 1984. This particular bottle, which is exclusive to Bank & Bourbon, has notes of vanilla and toffee layered with butterscotch and cinnamon with a smooth mouthfeel.

The bourbon flight also features Wathen’s Single Barrel with aromas of new wood and vanilla with flavors of cloves with a long, warm finish; Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select with notes of banana bread and cloves on the nose with notes of toasted oak and caramel with hints of white pepper on the finis and lastly the Four Roses Single Barrel which tastes like dried raisins and vanilla on the nose with robust mouthfeel with notes of honey, peaches and brown sugar.

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