Welcome back to the blog! If you are anything like us, hunting down unique single barrel picks is practically a sport. Every state control board releases its own gems, but when the Ohio Liquor control system, better known as OHLQ, drops a batch of s…
Welcome back, whiskey enthusiasts! If you are anything like us, half the fun of exploring the world of bourbon lies in the unexpected. You pull a cork expecting the classic trinity of vanilla, caramel, and oak, only to be hit with an aromatic profil…
Welcome back, whiskey lovers and curious sippers! If you have ever wondered how the magic of wood truly transforms a simple grain spirit into a complex, amber nectar, you are in the absolute right place. On the podcast this week, we took a deep dive…
Welcome back to the Bourbon, Brass & Beyond blog, where we take the deep dives, complex tasting notes, and fascinating whiskey nerdery from our audio episodes and translate them into words you can savor. If you are anything like us, you view bourbon…
Welcome back to the Bourbon, Brass and Beyond blog! If you are anything like us, the mere mention of a new Stagg batch is enough to make your heart skip a beat. Buffalo Trace's flagship high-proof, uncut, and unfiltered bourbon always commands atten…
Welcome back to the blog! If you are as obsessed with American whiskey as we are, you know that certain names carry an undeniable weight in the industry. Names like Beam, Dant, Van Winkle, and Russell are practically royalty. On a recent episode of …
Welcome back to the Bourbon, Brass, and Beyond blog! If you are a regular listener of our podcast, you know we never do things halfway, especially when it comes to celebrating milestones. Recently, we gathered around the microphones for a very speci…
Welcome back to the Bourbon Brass and Beyond blog! If you are anything like us, the world of American whiskey is a never-ending journey of discovery, flavor profiles, and the relentless hunt for that next great pour. Recently, we had the incredible …
Welcome back to the blog, whiskey lovers! If you have been following our journey here at Bourbon, Brass, and Beyond, you know that we live for the pursuit of incredible whiskey. But every once in a while, an experience comes along that completely re…
Welcome back, bourbon enthusiasts, brass lovers, and faithful listeners of the show! If you are a regular listener, you know we pride ourselves on bringing you deep, sprawling conversations about the finest whiskeys on the market, the intricacies of…
In the vast and often overwhelming landscape of American whiskey, few names command as much reverence as George T. Stagg. As the crown jewel of the annual Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC), this uncut, unfiltered powerhouse has set the standar…
Introduction: More than just a pour When most people think about bourbon, their minds immediately jump to the sensory experience: the amber hue catching the light, the subtle burn of high-proof spirit, or the complex notes of vanilla, oak, and cara…
Welcome back to the blog! In our most recent episode, we took a deep dive into one of the most recognizable names on the bottom-to-middle shelf of your local liquor store: 1792. While many people are familiar with the standard Small Batch release, t…
Welcome back to the blog, bourbon lovers! If you just tuned into our latest episode, "Happy 4th! HH90th, RR13 45th, Star Hill 2026, and Caleb's Crossing; Ep. 68," you've already had a taste of the exciting bourbons we explored. Today, we're going to…
Welcome, fellow bourbon lovers, to another deep dive into the world of distilled spirits! In our latest episode, Happy 4th! HH90th, RR13 45th, Star Hill 2026, and Caleb's Crossing; Ep. 68, we had the distinct pleasure of exploring some truly special…
Welcome back to the blog, whiskey enthusiasts! In our latest episode, titled Frey Ranch 4 and 5 Grain #OHLQ Single Barrel Picks; Ep. 67, we delved into the fascinating world of Frey Ranch bourbons, specifically the 4 Grain and 5 Grain expressions. W…
Welcome back to the blog, bourbon enthusiasts! If you're anything like us, the recent OHLQ Super Saturday bourbon drop was an event to remember – or perhaps, a blur of anticipation and strategic planning. For those who braved the lines, navigated th…
Dive deep into the Old Grand-Dad lineup, from everyday sippers to dusty treasures. We'll explore how proof and age impact the flavor profile and discuss why these bourbons remain a favorite for many. Welcome back to the blog, bourbon enthusiasts! I…
Welcome back to the blog, bourbon enthusiasts! In our latest episode, #OHLQ #BuffaloTrace Drop and Old Grand-Dad Spectacular; Ep. 65, we dove deep into the exhilarating, and sometimes maddening, world of rare bourbon acquisition. We discussed the re…
Welcome back to the blog, fellow whiskey enthusiasts! In our latest episode, Episode 64: Russell's Reserve 2026 Barrel Pick vs 2025, we dove deep into the fascinating world of Russell's Reserve barrel picks, specifically comparing two consecutive ye…
Introduction: Raising a Glass to Dad Welcome back to the blog, fellow bourbon enthusiasts! This week on the podcast, we're diving headfirst into a topic that's close to all of our hearts: Father's Day. More specifically, we're exploring how the per…
Welcome back to the Bourbon, Brass & Beyond blog! In our latest episode, Episode 62: Ultimate Bourbon Showdown, we embarked on an ambitious journey to pit some of the most coveted bourbons against each other. While we delved into the nuances of Elij…
Happy National Bourbon Week, everyone! We're thrilled to dive deep into the world of bourbon this week, and what better way to celebrate than by shining a spotlight on a brand that consistently delivers exceptional quality, embodies tradition, and e…
Welcome back to the blog, fellow bourbon enthusiasts! In our latest episode, we ventured deep into the world of Maker's Mark, specifically exploring their innovative Wood Finishing Series and the intriguing Star Hill Farm releases. It was a discussi…