Ancient buffalo carved paths through the wilderness that led American pioneers and explorers to new frontiers. One such trail led to the banks of the Kentucky River where Buffalo Trace Distillery has been making bourbon whiskey the same way for more than 200 years. In tribute to the mighty buffalo and the rugged, independent spirit of the pioneers who followed them, we created our signature Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

TASTING NOTES

Palate: Bold spice note with black pepper, walnut, vanilla, cinnamon caramel, and cherry.

Nose: Strong notes of spice with hints of oak and wood barrel and occasional leather and tobacco. 

Color: Reddish cooper.

Finish: Medium length finish with caramel, oak, cinnamon, and vanilla notes and rich lingering earthly spice taste. 

Most Recent Awards

2020 Gold Medal - World Whiskies Awards

2020 Silver Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

2019 Gold Medal; 91 points - Beverage Testing Institute

2019 Silver Medal - New York World Spirits Competition

2019 Silver Outstanding - Whiskies of the World

2019 Double Gold Medal - North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition

2019 Gold Medal - Los Angeles International Spirits Competition

2019 Gold Medal - American Whiskey Masters

2019 Silver Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

2019 Silver Medal - Denver International Spirits Competition

The pristine waters of the Caribbean inspired the creation of Captain Morgan White Rum. A white rum that is five times distilled and made with fine cane molasses, Captain Morgan White Rum is as smooth as the Captain himself.

XO pays homage to the Cognac region with carefully selected eaux-de-vie. The signature style of rich fruit notes reveals an exquisitely layered blend with an elegant floral finish.

TASTING NOTES

BEGINNING: The delicate yet rich fruit notes of fig, raisin, plum, and candied orange reveal an exquisitely layered and matured blend.

MIDDLE: An autumn bouquet with distinct notes of Iris.

END: The eaux-de-vie are matured in proprietary barrels using complex aging techniques, for notes of crème brûlée and a long finish.

Koval, a pioneering Chicago craft distillery since 2008, is the city's first since Prohibition. Founded by Robert and Sonat Birnecker, Koval crafts certified organic whiskeys, brandies, liqueurs, and specialty spirits, bringing Austrian distilling traditions to America. The distillery is named after Sonat's great-grandfather, Koval, and Robert inherited distilling expertise from his grandfather, Robert Schimd.

Koval takes a unique approach to gin production, making all their gins from scratch using organic ingredients and focusing on the heart of the distillate for a cleaner spirit. They handle the entire process from grain to glass, with meticulous quality control, growing and processing their grain on-site.

Their gift pack includes three award-winning gin expressions: Dry Gin, Cranberry Gin Liqueur, and Barreled Gin. The Dry Gin offers a vibrant, juniper-floral profile, suitable for cocktails or sipping. The Cranberry Gin Liqueur pairs well with sparkling wine, and the Barreled Gin adds butterscotch and spice notes after aging in whiskey barrels. All three have received prestigious awards.

Maker Notes

Midnight Moon is inspired by Junior Johnson’s family moonshine recipe and - true to the roots of moonshine - it is made from 100% American corn and handcrafted in small batches.

However, we use a state-of-the-art distillation process to make a superior quality spirit that’s very clean and ultra-smooth. Midnight Moon does not have the harsh, heavy corn taste people often associate with illegal moonshine. It’s then blended with ultra-clean water that has been through a five-step filtration process, and the result is a very smooth spirit with a subtle sweetness from the corn.

Midnight Moon was officially born when Piedmont Distillers, North Carolina's first legal distillery since Prohibition, called on Junior at the mechanics shop on his old farm to taste-test what would become Midnight Moon Original. Junior sipped, smiled, and gave two thumbs up to the best damn moonshine ever made.

When life gives you blueberries, throw 'em in a jar of 'shine to soak. Our Midnight Moon Blueberry is hand-filled with delicious blueberries so the flavor and color can infuse with the 100 proof (50% ALC./VOL.) Midnight Moon. As the spirit ages, the flavor intensifies for a sweeter side of the Moon.

Discover the Irresistible Charm of Midnight Moon Blueberry Moonshine - Indulge in the Sweetness of Handcrafted Delight. Limited Edition!

Etsu Double Orange and Etsu Double Yuzu Gin are distilled at the Akita Distillery, in the Akita prefecture of Japan in the Honshu Island. Akita Prefecture is located on the coast of the Sea of Japan and extends east to the Ōu Mountains, the longest mountain range in Japan. It is these mountains that Etsu Double Orange and Etsu Double Yuzu take their fresh and light aromas from.
Etsu Double Orange Gin and Etsu Double Yuzu have been macerated for seven days using traditional botanicals. After maceration, only the gin is distilled without the botanicals, which allows the oils to infuse.
Only after the distillation process is fresh water from the mountain source added, which gives these gin their fresh taste.

Tasting notes

Appearance: Clear, transparent.

Nose: Fresh citrus, orange.

Palate: Lively palate, orange and citrus fruits.

Finish: Round, supple finish.

Batch Proof is a celebration of Woodford Reserve’s proprietary process – blending barrels into a batch and then bottling the whiskey at its actual proof, straight from the barrel. Batch Proof is crafted using the same grain bill and process as Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The 2024 edition is 121.2 Proof.

Batch Proof, however, takes Woodford Reserve’s trademark flavor range of sweet vanilla and toasted oak to a whole new level offering consumers the privilege of tasting Woodford Reserve in its purest form (and not the standard 90.4 for which Woodford is known).

Maker Notes

Blending & Aging

Our 2019 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is comprised of 95.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.5% Cabernet Franc, 1.9% Merlot and 0.4% Petit Verdot. After blending in early 2020, our 2019 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was transferred to American oak barrels from our cooperage, The Oak, where it aged for 24 months. Blending before barrel aging—a signature of our winemaking style—allows blends to be based on the inherent qualities of their vineyard components before oak influence. Vintage to vintage, the resulting Cabernets emerge integrated and ready to drink upon release.

Red cherry, blackberry and vanilla

Vintage Description

The winter rains started in late December, and by the time the vines awoke from their slumber, the soil profile was recharged, the lakes and reservoirs had filled up again, and the vintage was off to a healthy start. Lower-than-average spring temperatures resulted in a slightly delayed budbreak, and we received a welcome and unexpected rain event just before bloom. It did not interfere with fruit set and prepared the vines for the warm summer conditions. In 2019, the challenge was in the vineyard—to stay on top of prolific plant growth and to thin some of the crop later in the season for optimal vine balance. Summer and fall temperatures averaged a balmy 85°F with only three brief heat events during fruit ripening that brought in the usual fog pattern that makes the Alexander Valley growing region so special. Harvest commenced on September 11 and proceeded at a busy-but-steady pace for five weeks to finish on October 18. Crops were generous, and the quality we saw in the fermentations augured another outstanding vintage with layers of complexity, great depth and elegant tannins.

Kentucky Owl was founded by Charles Mortimer Dedman, a local pharmacist, in 1879. After marrying his wife, Dedman was given a large parcel of land on the banks of the Kentucky River, as a wedding gift from his adopted father who was a local town judge. C.M. Dedman Distillery was established here on the banks of the Kentucky River, producing "The Wise Man's Bourbon" under Distilled Spirits Plant Designation "No. 16," one of Kentucky's original distilleries and part of a booming industry. Kentucky Owl achieved much success and production continued until Prohibition halted distillation. The family-run facility was no match for the "forces of teetotalism, temperance and eventually, the Feds" (producer). In 1916, Prohibition left several local distilleries with ample reserves of bourbon. As for Kentucky Owl, approximately 250,000 gallons of bourbon were left over in various stages of aging. Today these reserves would be worth about $40 million in inventory. After Federal agents descended on the Dedman's distillery, the bourbon was seized and shipped up the river by barge to the state capital in Frankfort for "safekeeping" in a warehouse. Currently Kentucky Owl is in the midst of designing a stunning state-of-the-art distillery park with rickhouses for aging, a bottling center, as well as a vintage dinner train to stop on the property. Kentucky Owl Park will be built at Cedar Creek Quarry in Bardstown. The 420-acre site will boast beautiful lakes with crystal clear, limestone-filtered water that will be used in our whiskey production. The Stoli Group has turned to the world-renownedShigeru Ban Architects to oversee the project. Bottled at 96.4 proof, Confiscated delivers notes of floral gardenia and honeysuckle, along with grape, red apple, orange cuties, wet banana bread and toasty sourdough bread crust on the nose. The palate is reminiscent of graham crackers, toffee, muted sweet cinnamon spice, and fresh-squeezed orange juice balanced with white grapes and finishing with a hint of cayenne.

An exceptional spirit that embodies the craftsmanship and expertise of two renowned entities: Bardstown Bourbon Company and Founders Brewing Co. This unique collaboration brings together the world of bourbon and craft beer to create a remarkable sensory experience.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this bourbon whiskey is an expression of the shared passion and dedication of both Bardstown Bourbon Company and Founders Brewing Co. It is a celebration of their mutual commitment to quality and innovation.

The Bardstown Founders Collaborative Series is a high-proof expression, bottled at a robust 110 proof, which adds depth and intensity to its flavor profile. It undergoes a meticulous aging process, allowing the whiskey to develop rich and complex flavors over time.

This bourbon whiskey presents a harmonious blend of traditional bourbon characteristics and intriguing beer-inspired elements. It showcases notes of caramel, vanilla, and oak, which are complemented by hints of roasted malt and dark chocolate, reminiscent of the flavors found in Founders Brewing Co.'s renowned Kentucky Breakfast Stout (KBS).

The result is a truly exceptional bourbon whiskey that encapsulates the best of both worlds. It is a testament to the artistry and collaborative spirit of these two esteemed brands. The Bardstown Founders KBS Collaborative Series (Proof 110) Bourbon Whiskey is a remarkable offering that will captivate whiskey enthusiasts and beer connoisseurs alike.

Fine Spanish Oloroso sherry casks, and American oak mature Glenfiddich 18 Year Old, an intriguingly fruity yet full-bodied single malt.

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old comes hand numbered and is married in small batches of no more than 150 casks so Malt Master Brian Kinsman can carefully control every element of the whisky's robust aroma and rich taste.

ABV 43%

Bottle Size: 750ml

Fortune, superb taste, and hustle lead to the discovery of aged Rye Whiskey stocks in Alberta, Canada. Escorted to the farm, finished, and hand-bottled, this Rye was rescued from its cringeworthy misuse as a blending whiskey. We pulled this diamond out of the rough and bottled it on its own, freeing it to fulfill its destiny as the most awarded Rye Whiskey in the world.

A hallmark of our distillery, ABERFELDY’s water source is the famous Pitilie Burn, renowned for its water quality and famed for its deposits of alluvial gold, earning ABERFELDY the name The Golden Dram.

Time-honored techniques, such as longer fermentation, conjure rare honeyed notes– key to the signature sweetness of ABERFELDY whisky.​

ABERFELDY whisky is highly-awarded, having received over 150 Gold and Double-Gold medals.

The Volstead Act of 1920 which initiated Prohibition in the USA granted permits to six distillers in Kentucky to continue to bottle bourbon for medicinal purposes. Through one of these permits, Old Forester continued to be produced as medicinal whiskey on Louisville’s famed Whiskey Row. It is the only bourbon continuously sold by the same company that has been available for sale before, during and after Prohibition.

During this time, all whiskies had to be bottled at 100 Proof. With a barrel entry proof of 100, the “angel’s share” would have created a 115 proof whiskey after maturation. To pay homage to this era, Old Forester presents 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon at 115 proof to represent the rich flavor profile this bourbon had nearly 100 years ago.

Tasting Notes

AROMA: An intense medley of cherry preserves, drippy caramel, dark chocolate, thickened maple syrup and seasoned oak spiciness.

TASTE: Dark caramel coats layers of malt nuttiness and sweet graham cracker all warmed by green peppercorn and coriander spice brightened with a hint of cedar.

FINISH: Tart apple crispness gives way to a long smoky finish full of toasted marshmallow, chocolate and graham cracker sweetness.

Brugal 1888 Doblemente Añejado is a truly exceptional rum, produced in the Dominican Republic and combining the rich flavours of bourbon and sherry casks through a double-ageing process.

With notes of vanilla, red fruits and toffee intertwined with cocoa and natural oak spice Brugal 1888 is a wonderfully inviting spirit that is smooth, full of flavour and perfectly balanced.

Reimagine your favourite stirred cocktail with Brugal 1888 to discover a Rum Negroni or Old-fashioned with a wonderful depth of flavour, or enjoy neat to discover a spirit that stimulates the senses and evolves in the glass.

Enjoy Brugal 1888 rum sip by sip.

TASTING NOTES

Colour: A deep amber colour with rich red undertone. Clear and bright.

Nose: The sophisticated sweetness of red and dried fruits, raisins and dates, complement a spicy woodiness, with hints of cinnamon.

Palate: Well rounded and smooth with body and character. Perceived sweetness of toffee and vanilla balanced with peach, cocoa and cloves.

Aftertaste: Remarkably long-lasting and elegant, with a hint of honey.

AWARDS
2017 -Gold Medal, The Spirits Business
2016 - 93 Points, Ultimate Spirits Challenge

Made from 100% Weber blue agave — aged for 8-12 years and harvested at their peak. The liquid is double distilled, and a special selection of white tequilas is blended together for added complexity and character. The result is a premium tequila with a smoother, more interesting flavor than most on the market. The clean, balanced taste with hints of sweet fruit and pepper is perfect sipped neat, on the rocks, as a shot or in a cocktail.