After serving in World War II as a Radar Bombardier, Elmer T. Lee returned to his home in Kentucky and earned his engineering degree from the University of Kentucky.  He joined the distillery in the late 1940’s as a maintenance engineer.  He first interviewed with Colonel Blanton who famously rejected him by saying, “Son, we’re not hiring any hands today”. Fortunately, Colonel Blanton changed his mind and Elmer T. Lee started working the following week.

His genius for bourbon production propelled his rise from Maintenance Engineer to Plant Engineer, where he was eventually promoted to Plant Superintendent.  From there he earned the shared title of Plant Manager and Master Distiller where he oversaw much of the distillery’s modernization and growth until he retired in 1985.  

After retiring Mr. Lee served as Master Distiller Emeritus and Ambassador for Buffalo Trace Distillery. He was inducted into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame in 2001. In 2002 he received the “Lifetime Achievement Award” from Whisky Advocate, and again from Whisky Magazine in 2012. In 2013 Elmer passed away, leaving behind a prolific legacy of creativity and exploration that helped shape the Bourbon Industry into what it is today. 

After serving in World War II as a Radar Bombardier, Elmer T. Lee returned to his home in Kentucky and earned his engineering degree from the University of Kentucky.  He joined the distillery in the late 1940’s as a maintenance engineer.  He first interviewed with Colonel Blanton who famously rejected him by saying, “Son, we’re not hiring any hands today”. Fortunately, Colonel Blanton changed his mind and Elmer T. Lee started working the following week.

His genius for bourbon production propelled his rise from Maintenance Engineer to Plant Engineer, where he was eventually promoted to Plant Superintendent.  From there he earned the shared title of Plant Manager and Master Distiller where he oversaw much of the distillery’s modernization and growth until he retired in 1985.  

After retiring Mr. Lee served as Master Distiller Emeritus and Ambassador for Buffalo Trace Distillery. He was inducted into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame in 2001. In 2002 he received the “Lifetime Achievement Award” from Whisky Advocate, and again from Whisky Magazine in 2012. In 2013 Elmer passed away, leaving behind a prolific legacy of creativity and exploration that helped shape the Bourbon Industry into what it is today. 

Aged in New American Oak barrels and made from Blue Corn. We combine a unique set of ingredients to achieve this lavishly rich bourbon.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: Vanilla, Raisin, Fig, Chamomile

Palate: Vanilla, Caramel, Chocolate, Cinnamon, Coffee, Nut, Corn

Finish: Dark Chocolate

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A limited-edition bottling of Johnnie Walker Blue Label celebrating Chinese New Year and the Year of the Ox. The bottle features artwork from award-winning artist Shirley Gong, with the ox symbolising prosperity, growth and good fortune.

Furthur Bourbon combines MGP High Rye Bourbon aged for 3 and 5 years, which is then matured in newly charred American Oak barrels with a capacity of 53 gallons. It is distilled at MGP in Lawrenceburg, IN and bottled at 101 Proof in Pebbroke, KY. The bourbon is non-chill filtered and has a mash bill consisting of 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% barley.

Four Super Bowl victories was no ordinary feat, but then Terry Bradshaw was no ordinary player. So, it makes sense that Terry Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is anything but ordinary. Blended from the finest grains and aged in hand selected barrels, the 212 blend is worthy of a nod from a true champion.

TASTING NOTES

NOSE: Vanilla, Toffee, Banana, Leather, and Campfire Notes

PALATE: Cinnamon, Baking Spices, Vanilla, and Coconut

FINISH: Wood, Vanilla, Butterscotch

The Paul John range of single malt whiskies, produced by John Distilleries in Goa, India, marks a significant venture into the world of premium spirits for a company that has already made a notable impact in the Indian molasses 'whisky' market.

Brilliance, a member of this range, is crafted using Indian 6-row barley sourced from the Himalayan foothills. After careful distillation, the whisky is matured in bourbon barrels for a period of 3-5 years before it is bottled at its natural cask strength. Despite the tropical climate's influence on evaporation, resulting in approximately 12-13% loss per year, the whiskies from Paul John demonstrate exceptional quality even at a younger age, much like their counterparts from the renowned Amrut distillery

TASTING NOTES

Nose: The aroma reveals a delightful presence of juicy barley, accompanied by the inviting combination of Ryvita and salted butter. Cinnamon-dusted red berries add a touch of sweetness, while a hint of green apple skin follows closely behind.

Palate: Indulge in the delightful flavors reminiscent of Chomp Bars, where chewy caramel and chocolate take center stage. Along the way, lively spices emerge, creating a captivating journey for the taste buds. A subtle note of waxy orange peel adds an intriguing layer to the mid palate.

Finish: The finish leaves a lingering impression of orange, surprisingly long and satisfying. The rye notes, reminiscent of the initial nose, make a vibrant comeback in full force.

Overall: This John Distilleries creation is a remarkable Indian single malt. It showcases the distillery's dedication to quality and craftsmanship, delivering a truly enjoyable whiskey experience.

Experience the Exceptional: Paul John Brilliance Single Malt Whisky - A Masterpiece of Distillation. Discover its Rich Flavors and Smooth Finish.

Courage + Stone™ is a line of 80-proof ready-to-drink craft cocktails of the highest quality, carefully mixed with premium American-made ingredients in Brooklyn, NY to taste perfect, right from the bottle, every time. No mixing, no measuring, no recipes, no mess – just a perfectly balanced cocktail you can enjoy anywhere, anytime.

THE CLASSIC MANHATTAN

This rich, delicious take on a sophisticated American classic is made with small batch American whiskey, cane sugar, our own bespoke vermouth, natural flavors of cherry and dark chocolate, and our own custom C+S bitters.

Courage + Stone™ is a line of 80-proof ready-to-drink craft cocktails of the highest quality, carefully mixed with premium American-made ingredients in Brooklyn, NY to taste perfect, right from the bottle, every time. No mixing, no measuring, no recipes, no mess – just a perfectly balanced cocktail you can enjoy anywhere, anytime.

THE CLASSIC OLD FASHIONED

This spicy, fruity take on the classic Old Fashioned is made with small batch American whiskey, cane sugar, natural flavors of orange and dark cherry, and our own custom C+S bitters.

About the Brand

Tobermory, the capital of Mull, lies towards the northern end of the island. The bay is one of the safest anchorages in the Hebrides, indeed the original name for the area was Ledaig (pronounced Led-chig) from the Gaelic, meaning 'safe haven'. This made it the ideal place for the fishing town which was established there in 1788. The name of the town 'Tobermory' was derived from the Gaelic tobar mhoire, which means 'well of Mary', and relates to the well and chapel of St Mary built for the community. As well as Tobermory, the distillery also makes Ledaig single malt. The main difference between the two is that Tobermory is lightly peated and Ledaig is quite heavily peated. In 1797, a local merchant by the name of John Sinclair filed an application to build a distillery but was refused. Permission was finally granted the following year for Sinclair to proceed and Tobermory Distillery was founded. Today, Tobermory Distillery is one of Scotland's oldest operational malt whisky distilleries celebrating its 200th anniversary in 1998. The water source for the distillery is a privately owned Loch close by the Mishnish Lochs, high in hills behind the town. The water from the Loch is richly aromatic with peaty phenols that lend impart a subtle flavor to the whisky. Due to the water's character, the barley malt used remains unpeated. The aging process now takes place at Tobermory’s sister distillery Deanston, near Doune, for a minimum of ten years. This change of location induces further complexities in the final blending. The result is a fresh, lightly peated whisky, medium-dry with a smooth and fruity taste.

Tobermory 21 Year Old

A 21-year-old single malt from Tobermory distillery that has been finished for three years in an oloroso sherry butt, imparting rich, sweet aromas of clove-studded oranges, dark chocolate, vanilla, and oak that fill the nose. The palate offers notes of prunes, walnuts, dark chocolate, nutmeg, and Caramac bars, with hints of cinnamon and leather lingering in the finish.

Another distillery in the new-school 1960s whisky-boom era, Glenallachie Distillery was built in 1967 with a view to producing spirit for blending. Traditionally it has always produced a malty spirit, reasonably light in character; however a recent change in ownership has seen changes to production methods, particularly lengthened fermentation, which will see Glenallachie’s profile change in the coming year. Consequently the latter vintages, which are really quite rare as single malt bottlings, will eventually be no more.

Founded in 1824 on its site in central Speyside, near Elgin, Miltonduff is one of the many distilleries that illicitly produced spirit before its founding date, and took advantage of the passing of the Excise Act.

Traditionally both ‘Miltonduff’ and ‘Mosstowie’ spirits have been produced here, the latter being a variant of single malt produced between the 60s and 80s primarily for blending. The Mosstowie variant was produced utilising Lomond Stills, which meant many variables during distillation could be manipulated to promote distinct characteristics; the Miltonduff spirit is steadfast in its consistency: light, fresh and elegant.

Miltonduff’s spirit character is typically cereal-led and light, although some floral characteristics often also shine through. A single cask, cask strength and un-chillfiltered expression from Miltonduff Distillery, matured in an ex-Bourbon Hogshead.

Charles Woodson built his legend on the gridiron throughout his storied collegiate and professional career and now takes that same dedication to his new craft spirit line.  With the launch of his first spirit, Woodson Bourbon Whiskey, Charles brings his passion for winemaking and sustainability to his craft spirit line by finishing all of his spirits in the same french oak wine barrels used in the wine making process to make his Charles Woodson Wines Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. It is time for you to experience Woodson’s craft spirits and Build Your Legend.

Not only one of the world’s best bourbons, Blanton’s Straight from the Barrel is one of the world’s best whiskeys. Created for connoisseurs familiar with cask strength whiskeys, this enormous taste profile reaches depths of flavor found only in the rarest of spirits. On the nose we get notes of dark chocolate, caramel and butter with earthy undertones of walnut and hazelnut.  The palate delivers intrepid notes of warm vanilla, oak, toasted nuts and a rich spiciness with hints of butterscotch or honey.  The high alcohol by volume is intense and powerful yet inviting. The deep and resonate finish on this bourbon is nothing short of legendary. Straight from the barrel is best served neat or with a splash of water. Un-filtered, un-cut, unbelievable. 

Tasting Notes

Nose: Caramel

Palate: Oak and Vanilla