Bourbon Hunting 4 articles
A completely plausible, and yet fictitious, interview with bourbon’s latest expert
It is always tragic when an industry or a trend jumps the shark and laggards join the fold ready to position themselves as a life-long virtuoso. It happens too often; countless so-called experts emerge from their bungholes to express their perspective regarding a topic which many have cherished and enjoyed for years. Sadly, it seems […]
Read moreDo you trust me? Just take my word for it, this is good …
Is there a meal or specific food that you remember as if you had it yesterday, no matter how long ago? Have these experiences shaped your personal palate and influenced the food and drink you consume to this day? Surprisingly, after nearly fifty years, I almost understand how my neanderthal brain functions, and with that, […]
Read moreBourbon Hunting: Pandemics Are Funny That Way, Huh?
It was only just a moment ago when the complaints were abundant, and opinions varied on the best way for retailers to release their allocated whiskeys. Everyone was an expert and no matter who you spoke with, raffles were the devil’s work; and first come, first served releases were the only way to be fair. […]
Read moreBourbon Hunting – Bottle evaluation guidelines
In case you haven’t noticed, bourbon has become big business over the past several years with some bottles being valued at astronomical amounts. It seems every few days I am asked to evaluate and approximate the value of a bottle of whiskey. They are either bottles from a private collection, something a “friend” found, or […]
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