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In South Georgia, a family-run distillery embraces the swing of the seasons
RECENT STORIES
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DistilledLooking for a memorable pour to toast the country’s 250th year of independence? These special bottles offer a semiquincentennial sip
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DistilledA Louisvillian gives her whiskey-averse friend a crash course in bourbon appreciation
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DistilledAs a family expands, a shared love of a favorite bottle leads to an unexpected friendship
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DistilledThe master distiller shares a pour of a special release of Russell’s Reserve in honor of his forty-fifth anniversary, and looks back at decades of bourbon memories
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In South Georgia, a family-run distillery embraces the swing of the seasons
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DistilledSporting artist Jared DuCote creates hyper-realistic depictions worthy of hanging above a home bar
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Distilled“If I had to hang my hat on a cocktail for the rest of my career, this would be it,” says the Angel’s Envy global brand ambassador
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DistilledFive recent releases that push the aging boundaries, including a pair of bourbons that hit the three-decade mark
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DistilledThe four-time champion on what he learned starting his Gentleman’s Cut label and his perfect bourbon evening
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DistilledBruce Russell pays homage to granddad Jimmy’s legendary bourbon with his own highly anticipated Gold Foil Edition. Get it while you can.
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DistilledButter, whiskey, and honey amplify spring veggies in a simple side that truly sings
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DistilledBourbon hunter and Internet phenom TJ Gamble on why 850,000 fans binge his videos—and how that’s changed his life
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DistilledIllustrator Ralph Steadman, whose distinctive lettering appears on the label art for Gonzo Whiskey, recalls the pair’s legendary 1970 adventure
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DistilledBring home the ultimate souvenir from a trip to Bourbon City with these releases you can’t get elsewhere
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DistilledWhen it comes to this classic cocktail, the variations are almost limitless
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DistilledThe Tennessee bladesmith uses an ancient technique to give old bourbon barrel bands new life
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DistilledSip and explore America’s native spirit at a watering hole even more obsessed with a good pour than you are
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DistilledEven bourbon lovers can’t live on whiskey alone. These six brews offer a harmonious marriage of science and flavors.
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DistilledWhere to belly up for “dusties” in the South and beyond
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DistilledThe whiskey savant and Iraq war veteran on his new book, “Bottom Shelf,” and the power of savoring what you love
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DistilledHome to towering shelves, perfect pours, and unmistakable Southern charm
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DistilledGoing well beyond the traditional rickhouse, these distillers take creative approaches to harnessing the magic of time and wood
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DistilledMore whiskey brands are getting into the RTD game. Here are six that bring some real flavor to the party.
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DistilledThe longtime tour guide extraordinaire and now global ambassador gives notes on the storied Antique Collection—and his own unique history with the distillery.
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DistilledA conversation with Britt Kulsveen, the president and chief whiskey officer of one of Kentucky’s most intriguing bourbon producers
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DistilledFive worthy brands to try that bring bourbon’s signature notes to your smoke
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DistilledBourbon, blood orange, and bubbles mingle in this holiday sipper from the “Top Chef” judge and cookbook author
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DistilledTips and strategies for upping your chances of bringing home a coveted bottle
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DistilledMore and more NA whiskeys are hitting the shelves, and they’re not just for teetotalers
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DistilledA seasonal sip to warm you from the inside out
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DistilledThese ten bottles for discerning drinkers cover a range of price points—from standout everyday sippers to splurge-worthy pours
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DistilledThe former Hurricanes player and Raleigh resident on his whiskey journey and finding home in the South
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DistilledA growing number of distilleries provide a personalized and tasty experience
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DistilledThe comedian and cofounder of Fathertime Bourbon on his whiskey education and bourbon’s funny side
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DistilledA bourbon hunter’s dive down the rabbit hole of scoring vintage bottles uncorks a new level of whiskey obsession
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DistilledYou’re not just imbibing. You’re imbibing for knowledge.
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DistilledExplore bourbon’s range with these six bottles from unexpected states that bring their own distinctive taste of place
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DistilledBreak out one of these bottles with bourbon-loving friends and you might surprise some folks
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DistilledWright Thompson on how the musician indulges his bourbon love
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DistilledDistilleries are pushing proof points ever higher. Should you be sipping a burlier bourbon?
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DistilledSix pros from top bourbon bars across the Bluegrass State give their picks for “everyday” bottles that offer value and versatility
BOURBON KNOW-HOW
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DistilledA few thoughts—and some science—on the proper care and handling of good bourbon
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DistilledThe answer is more science than art—but a tip from bartenders will up your ice aesthetic, anyway.
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DistilledMaster taster Melissa Rift on getting to know a new bourbon: “Meet yourself where you are”
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Food & DrinkKnow your “single barrel” from your “small batch,” your “age statement” from your “angel’s share”
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Food & DrinkClarifying several persistent stories around the South’s favorite spirit
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DistilledTo some, giving bourbons a second soak in oak is blasphemy. Others just want a second sip of the tasty results.
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DistilledCharred barrels, Prohibition, no Prohibition, Jack Nicholson, Pappygate: a timeline of two centuries of bourbon history and lore
BOURBON TRAVEL
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TravelWith five bars, a Bourbon Butler service, its own private-label whiskey, and even IV drips, the Trail Hotel aims to be a bourbon country headquarters
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TravelFrom vast libraries to a vintage emporium, these recently opened bars keep bourbon front and center
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TravelSix reasons (beyond the obvious: tastings!) to plan a high-spirited trip through the Bluegrass State
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TravelA spirited jaunt through the heart of Bluegrass State reveals its growing whiskey landscape
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TravelThese whimsical cabins make a fitting spot for a nightcap
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DistilledA longtime local and certified bourbon steward dishes on where to make the most of a trip to Bourbon City
COCKTAIL RECIPES
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DistilledLike sweet tea and a whiskey sour collided in your freezer
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RecipeA mugged-up drink that’s pure refreshment
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RecipeA South Carolina bar gives the classic cocktail a European twist
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Louisville’s Seelbach Hotel honors a literary legend with a dazzling libation
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RecipeThe Listening Room in Nashville brings back live music and hot drinks to warm up Music City
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RecipeThe mixologist at Nearest Green Distillery dares to get saucy
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RecipeA sweet and spicy drink loaded with Bluegrass State flavor
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RecipeToast the Breeders’ Cup Classic with a fall-inspired drink from the Apiary in Lexington, Kentucky
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RecipeBartenders are generating buzz with inventive cocktails for the craft brew age
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A seasonal sip to warm you from the inside out
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Watch: Make These Essential Southern Cocktails
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COOKING WITH BOURBON
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DistilledThe lauded Virginia retreat shares its recipe for a holiday-worthy tart that’s a gift to both bourbon and chocolate lovers
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DistilledBourbon lends a Southern note to this recipe for French-style “pulled pork”
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DistilledSignature Southern flavors collide in this addictive sweet-savory treat
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DistilledBourbon brings spirited depth to an easy take on the classic duck-and-orange duo
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DistilledHowever you use it, bourbon and time make this spread divine
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DistilledFire up the season’s juiciest fruit with a little caramelization on the grill and a bourbon flambé sauce
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RecipeTry a few variations on these bite-size, boozy Southern confections
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RecipeA delicious example of two rights making a right
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RecipeBourbon mussels are just one of many surprising flavor combinations in Justin Sutherland’s new Southern-inspired home-cooking book
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RecipeA decadent peachy glaze gets a kick from bourbon in this summertime main dish
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RecipeSouthern libations and a sweet teriyaki sauce accent a classic entree
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