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The Pacific Northwest may not be the first place whiskey enthusiasts think of when discussing American rye, but Wildwood Spirits has spent more than a decade proving that exceptional spirits can come from outside the traditional whiskey hotbeds.   Founded in 2014 by master distiller Erik Liedholm and restaurateur John Howie, Wildwood Spirits began with a simple philosophy: source exceptional ingredients, focus on craftsmanship, and create spirits with the same attention to detail typically reserved for fine wine. Located in Washington State, the distillery has built a reputation for its small-batch approach and its commitment to locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.  While Wildwood produces its own spirits, the company has also demonstrated a talent for sourcing quality whiskey and putting its own signature on the final product through thoughtful maturation and finishing techniques. That philosophy is on full display with Rendition Aged 10 Years Rye. What immedia...

  Penelope Bourbon Expands Ready-to-Pour Lineup with Blackberry Old Fashioned Ready-to-pour cocktails have exploded in popularity over the past few years.  But most bourbon drinkers still approach them with a healthy amount of skepticism.  Why?  Because, historically, many of these RTP offerings have been unbalanced in alcohol, flavor, finish and overall appeal.  An Old Fashioned is one of the easier cocktails to learn and perfect.  And, it is also one of the easiest to get wrong! Penelope Bourbon has released previous expressions of the RTP Old Fashioned.  The new release is the Blackberry Old Fashioned, which enters a crowded space but stands out head and shoulders above the competition.  If you want a spoiler (which we sometimes offer), we can tell you this.  This is our favorite ready-to-pour Old Fashioned offering to date - ever!   Despite such a bold claim, we hope you'll continue reading. The Blackberry Old Fashioned from Penelope...

Penelope Bourbon Launches Classic Series, Introducing Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Straight Rye     Built on eight years of innovation, Penelope’s new portfolio is designed for everyday occasions        St. Louis, MO — (June 9, 2026) — Penelope Bourbon announces the launch of its Classic Series and its new expressions: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Straight Rye Whiskey, two foundational whiskeys designed for everyday drinking occasions.       Over the past eight years, Penelope has built its reputation through experimentation, blending, and innovation, all with the goal of creating exceptional whiskey experiences that continually bring consumers something new to explore and enjoy. The Classic Series continues that journey, reflecting Penelope’s belief that there is always more to discover in the world of bourbon and whiskey.   “Since the beginning, our mission has always been to deliver the best possible whiskey to the...

  Chicken Cock Whiskey Core Collection There are whiskey brands built on marketing stories, and then there are whiskey brands that have actually lived through American history. Chicken Cock Whiskey belongs firmly in the second category. Founded in 1856 in Paris, Kentucky, Chicken Cock has survived just about everything the whiskey industry could throw at it — Prohibition, changing tastes, distillery fires, and decades of disappearing from shelves altogether. Today, the brand has reemerged as one of the more fascinating names in American whiskey, blending deep heritage with a willingness to evolve. And now, as the brand celebrates its 170th anniversary, Chicken Cock is entering another new chapter with a complete refresh across its core lineup. A Brand That Refuses to Blend Into the Crowd Chicken Cock has never looked like every other bourbon on the shelf — and honestly, that’s part of the appeal.  The distinctive bottle design has long nodded to the brand’s Prohibition-era hi...

  The Schlatter family has owned Merryvale Vineyards for about three decades and this property is rich in history.  The iconic winery was the first winery built in Napa after the repeal of Prohibition in 1933.  The European and Bordeaux-inspired wines are the heart of the brand, resulting in rich and luscious Cabernet Sauvignons.  That is certainly the case here with the  2021 Merryvale Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley . Smaller yields were the result of a second year of drought in Napa Valley, creating more robust flavors and highly concentrated wines.  Overall, the 2021 vintage is highly rated with exceptional wines.  This wine is raisin colored with eggplant streaks.  Juicy blackberry, dried spices, stewed plum and flower bouquet on the nose.  The full bodied mouthfeel is immediately noticeable with solid tannins and balanced flavors of black cherry, tomato leaf, clove, blackberry and freshly sawn cedar plank.   This wine spent 16 ...

Two Icons of Craft and Character Announce a Landmark Partnership A wide-ranging creative collaboration spanning a co-branded capsule collection, original content, live events and cultural programming, built not just for golfers but for anyone who believes that how you play matters as much as whether you win. NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — May 28, 2026. MANORS Golf, the independent golf apparel brand rewriting what it means to look and feel at home on the course, and Gentleman Jack, the double-mellowed Tennessee Whiskey from the Jack Daniel Distillery, today announce A Gentleman’s Guide to Golf : a landmark creative partnership launching May 2026. The collaboration brings together two brands bound by more than aesthetics. Both are defined by character: a commitment to craft, an uncompromising standard, and the conviction that the way you carry yourself matters as much as what you produce. The result exists at the intersection of golf, style, and culture; not a marketing exercise, but a genuine ...