by admin | Aug 17, 2022 | IN THE NEWS
Available Online Monday, August 22, Latest Distillery Reserve Series Offering is a Tribute to the Heart and Soul of Austin
Austin, TX (August 17, 2022) – Still Austin Whiskey Co., a homegrown distillery in the heart of South Austin, will introduce its latest Distillery Reserve Series offering—a double barreled straight bourbon whiskey— beginning Monday, August 22 at 1:00pm CST via the Still Austin website, www.stillaustin.com.
The whiskey was handmade from grain-to-glass at the distillery using 100% Texas grains and is a product of two barrels, which were double-oaked using two char-three new American white oak barrels. The expression was distilled from a combination of 70% White Corn, 25% Rye and 5% Malted Barley. It was then aged for at least three years and bottled at cask strength at 120.2 proof (60.1% ABV).
This spirit pays homage to one of Austin’s most enduring legacies: the coffee-shop philosophers, the late-night scholars, and the countless freethinkers who started in Austin and went on to change the world. For these intrepid Texas souls, the team distilled a dark and alluring spirit which greets the nose with hints of allspice, cherry and clove, followed by echoes of spruce and cinnamon, fig, carrot cake and cigar smoke. On the palate, look for intimations of heavy oak, leather, tobacco and salted pretzel, with the underlying sweetness of maple-and-brown-sugar-topped fried vanilla ice cream. The whiskey finishes with lingering aftereffects of white pepper, black tea and rye spice.
“This extra-special Distillery Reserve Series release commemorates the indomitable spirit that lies at the heart of our hometown,” said Brandon Joldersma, Chief Operating Officer, Still Austin Whiskey Co. “Like Austin itself, this spirit is both diverse and welcoming, combining bourbon from two of our finest American White Oak barrels.”
For the label design, Still Austin collaborated with Shaylon Elmore, an Austin-based illustrator and graduate of the University of Texas’s School of Fine Arts who grew up in Hunt, Texas, and frequently traveled to Austin to attend UT football and basketball games.
The new Still Austin Double Barreled Straight Bourbon Whiskey retails for $100 per 750ml bottle. Limit one per person. Orders will be fulfilled on a first come, first served basis. Bottles must be picked up at the Still Austin Distillery beginning on Friday, August 26.
Grain-to-Glass Philosophy
Still Austin is an independent craft whiskey distillery founded in 2015, focusing on a true grain-to-glass concept that produces the highest quality whiskey by perfecting every part of the process and using local resources and sustainable practices. The team is committed to carrying out each part of the process in-house. That means never sourcing whiskey from another distillery, and instead always hand-making everything from scratch, and managing everything in-house – milling, mashing, fermenting, distilling, barreling and bottling. The distilling team is led by Head Distiller John Schrepel, Master Blender Nancy Fraley and veteran Master Distiller Mike Delevante, one of the most experienced and respected distillers in North America who designed the Still Austin distillery to make the highest quality of bourbon. That includes a 42-foot custom-made column, “Nancy,” (and her sister copper-pot still, “The Queen”) which give the distillers serious creative license to create unique new flavors and spirits.
For more information, please visit www.stillaustin.com
About Still Austin Whiskey Co.
Founded in 2015 by three Austin families, Still Austin Whiskey Co. is a true grain-to-glass Distillery, located at 440 East St. Elmo Road in the heart of Austin, Texas. All spirits are hand crafted using grains grown by Texas farmers. Still Austin’s collection of spirits includes Still Austin’s flagship Straight Bourbon Whiskey, High-Rye Bourbon Whiskey, and Still Rye Gin. Still Austin places a high value on sustainability, with a focus on cutting carbon emissions through local sourcing, increasing the biodiversity of the region through heritage grains, returning spent grains to local ranchers to feed their animals, and operating a distillery that is designed for energy efficiency and water conservation.
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by admin | Aug 1, 2022 | IN THE NEWS
Limited Edition Cask Strength Bottling Features Older and More Rare Barrels Aged up to 20 Years
Louisville, KY (Aug 1, 2022) – In 2018, Barrell Craft Spirits® (BCS), launched Barrell Dovetail™, which has since become a prominent expression within the company’s portfolio and the American Whiskey world, winning the Chairman’s Trophy at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge and earning a Double Gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Recently, the independent blender of unique aged, cask-strength sourced whiskey and rum, became intrigued with applying the concept of “Dovetail” to some of its older stocks.
The result is BCS Gray Label Dovetail, a limited edition expression which boasts the same award-winning blend of American Whiskey finished in rum, port and Dunn Vineyards Cabernet Barrels and uses the same finishing and blending method. The difference however, as with all of the company’s Gray Label offerings, is that BCS used older and more rare barrels, aged up to 20 years, to create this blend. The result is a beautifully balanced whiskey that is rooted in its classic, iconic counterpart.
“Barrell Dovetail quickly became an industry and fan favorite within our portfolio,” said BCS Founder Joe Beatrice. “BCS Gray Label Dovetail provided us with the opportunity to showcase this unique flavor profile with an elegant new depth. Innovation is the lifeblood of our company and we’re proud to push the boundaries of blending each day.”
Founded in 2013 in Louisville, Kentucky, BCS selects and blends products that explore different distillation methods, barrels and aging environments, and bottles them at cask strength. BCS’s extensive stocks of high-quality casks mean they can craft extraordinary blends that maximize the nuances of each ingredient. Creative finishes, a liberated approach to blending, and a deep-seated commitment to releasing each whiskey at cask strength guides every product release.
In addition to BCS Gray Label Dovetail, Barrell Craft Spirits® offers multiple other special releases that highlight its blending expertise including: Barrell Seagrass, which won Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition; Barrell Armida, which earned Best Barrel-Aged Bourbon at the LA Spirits Awards; the various other BCS Gray Label bottlings; and the ultra-rare BCS Gold Label line.
BCS Gray Label Dovetail was distilled in IN, TN and Canada, and bottled at 131.54 proof (65.77% ABV). It’s now available at select retailers within the brand’s current 48 U.S. markets and online via the BCS website at www.barrellbourbon.com. The suggested retail price for a 750ml bottle is $249.99.
For more information, follow Barrell Craft Spirits® on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram or visit www.barrellbourbon.com.
Barrell Craft Spirits®
Barrell Craft Spirits® is an independent blender of unique aged, cask-strength sourced whiskey and rum spirits, that is recognized for its blending expertise. The company selects and blends products that explore different distillation methods, barrels and aging environments, and bottles them at cask strength.
Barrell Craft Spirits®, Barrell®, Barrell Bourbon® and Barrell Rye® are registered trademarks owned by Barrell Craft Spirits LLC.
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by admin | Jul 26, 2022 | IN THE NEWS
Inspired by the Classic Surf Film “The Endless Summer,” Eterno Verano is A New Ultra-Premium Tequila for Adventurous Souls
Charleston, SC (July 26, 2022) – Today, Tequila Eterno Verano launches a range of ultra-premium tequilas made for adventurous souls. Inspired by Bruce Brown’s classic 1966 surf film “The Endless Summer,” Eterno Verano is for anyone who’s ever wanted to strap a surfboard to a van and head south. The new lifestyle brand embodies the adventurous and wanderlust spirit of the surf culture epitomized in the film. The ultra-premium tequila is meant to be enjoyed in the pursuit of good times, with great friends and perfect waves.
Eterno Verano represents an escape – whether you’re sitting at a desk or have been surfing the same break on repeat – transporting you to the places you dream of. In the film, you embark on a journey with Robert August and Mike Hynson to undiscovered locales like Cape St. Francis, a small village in South Africa, Senegal, Australia, and Hawaii. The search for something unattainable like a perfect wave becomes the journey. This tequila was made for those types of adventurers, in search of perfect waves or clean, smooth tequila.
Eterno Verano pays homage to The Endless Summer film by utilizing a close interpretation of the now iconic movie poster with surfer silhouettes, bright colors, and bold font. “We worked closely with Bruce Brown Films to ensure the casual and fun-loving surf lifestyle from the film showed up in the brand. In fact, the brand name ‘Eterno Verano’ comes from the movie poster used during the original film launch in Mexico – another connection between the brand and tequila,” said Matti Anttila, founder of Grain and Barrel Spirits, which owns the brand.
Eterno Verano launches with a full range of tequila including Blanco, Reposado and Añejo. Eterno Verano is handmade in Tequila, Mexico, by Master Tequilero Arturo Fuentes – also known as The Godfather of Tequila – from 100% Blue Weber Agave grown in both the highlands and lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico. The tequila is bottled using environmentally friendly recycled glass and a natural cork closure for consumers to enjoy consciously.
Now available in three expressions, these tequilas are more attainable than a perfect wave:
- Blanco (SRP $49.99) – with an aroma of stone fruit, baking spices and rich “terra firma” this dry, citrus-tinged tequila is finished with hints of smooth black pepper.
- Reposado (SRP $59.99) – aged for a minimum of six months in whiskey barrels, this tequila features an aroma of fresh lime and honey, a hint of white pepper and butterscotch, which finishes with smooth agave sweetness and pepper spice.
- Añejo (SRP $69.99) – aged for a minimum of 12 months in whiskey barrels, this golden tan añejo tequila offers a tropical aroma, rich vanilla flavor and caramel apple with a nuanced, smooth chocolate kick to finish.
Eterno Verano is bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV). All three expressions are available for purchase on the brand website at EternoVerano.com, on ReserveBar.com and is launching this summer in select U.S. markets including Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, South Carolina and Texas.
For more information, visit EternoVerano.com and follow the brand on Instagram and Facebook @TequilaEterno
About Tequila Eterno Verano
Tequila Eterno Verano is a range of ultra-premium tequilas, including Blanco, Reposado and Añejo made for adventurous souls. Inspired by the classic 1966 surf film “The Endless Summer,” Eterno Verano is for anyone who’s ever wanted to strap a surfboard to a van and head south. Eterno Verano embodies the adventurous and wanderlust spirit of the surf culture epitomized in the film. Eterno Verano is handmade by Master Tequilero Arturo Fuentes – also known as The Godfather of Tequila – from 100% Blue Weber Agave grown in both the highlands and lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico. Eterno Verano Blanco and Reposado have been awarded Silver Medals by the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
About Grain & Barrel Spirits
Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Grain & Barrel Spirits develops and scales craft spirits that connect the best artisans to consumers worldwide. One of the company’s core brands is Dixie Vodka, the leading premium homegrown vodka produced in the Southeast and the Official Vodka of NASCAR; one of the fastest-growing craft brands in the United States, Dixie won the prestigious 2019 and 2020 and 2021 “Rising Star” Growth Brands Awards from Beverage Dynamics magazine. Other brands in the Grain & Barrel portfolio include Chicken Cock Whiskey, an historically significant whiskey brand established in Paris, Kentucky, in 1856; Virgil Kane Lowcountry Whiskey; High Goal Luxury Gin, a small batch, ultra-premium gin produced in Charleston; and Elvis Whiskeys, a duo of Elvis Presley-inspired whiskeys. Grain & Barrel has been named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing privately held companies in America three years in a row and is a proud member of 1% For The Planet.
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by admin | Jun 29, 2022 | IN THE NEWS
Whiskey Enthusiasts Encouraged to Participate in a Citywide Scavenger Hunt to Find All of the Barrels Around Town
Traverse City, MI (June 29, 2022) – Traverse City Whiskey Co. (TCWC), aka The Whiskey of the North, has stationed painted barrels throughout the city in honor of the National Cherry Festival. Each barrel was hand-painted by a local artist. Today through Labor Day, the company is encouraging locals and visitors alike to participate in a citywide scavenger hunt to locate the various barrels. Throughout the promotion, the TCWC Facebook and Instagram pages will provide clues as to the location of said barrels.
“We wanted to celebrate this year’s Cherry Festival in a fun and creative way,” said Chris Fredrickson, Founder & President, Traverse City Whiskey Co. “We’re excited for folks to locate and see these incredible works of art.”
How it Works: Scan, Selfie, Social
Participants who find a barrel can scan the QR Code to learn more about the program, via a landing page located at TCWhiskey.com. As an incentive, folks who successfully find (1) barrel (apart from the one located at the TCWC Stillhouse) will win $5 off any purchase of $10 or more at the TCWC Stillhouse. Participants who find (5) barrels will win a hat or a t-shirt and those who find (10) barrels will win a VIP Tour of TCWC for up to six people. To be eligible, folks must take a selfie with each barrel and post it to their personal Facebook or Instagram account and tag @tcwhiskey, using #barrelhunt22. Prizes must be redeemed in-person at the TCWC Stillhouse, located at 201 E. 14th St in Traverse City by Monday, September 5, 2022. Must be 21 years of age to participate. No purchase necessary. For the official rules and regulations please visit: https://www.tcwhiskey.com/barrel-hunt/
Going Once, Going Twice, Sold!
At the end of the barrel program, TCWC will auction off a select number of barrels to the public during an event at The Stillhouse to be announced. Proceeds will benefit a local charity or charities.
Known as “The Whiskey of the North,” TCWC draws upon its early family roots in the distilled spirits industry dating back to the late 1800s, sourcing grains from the Midwest. The distilling team, led by Fredrickson, makes quality products, inspired by patented distilling techniques invented by his great grandfather during the prohibition era.
The core TCWC portfolio of products, including its award-winning Barrel Proof offerings, are available online via Reserve Bar and Beverage Warehouse and at on- and off-premise establishments in nearly 30 U.S. States, including throughout Michigan.
For more information, please visit www.tcwhiskey.com and follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @tcwhiskey
About Traverse City Whiskey Co.
Traverse City Whiskey Co. is an independent and locally owned distilled spirits company based in Traverse City, Michigan, that’s dedicated to producing approachable premium to super-premium whiskey and bourbon. Known as “The Whiskey of the North,” the upstart company draws upon its early family roots in the distilled spirits industry dating back to the late 1800’s, sourcing all grains from the Midwest.
Traverse City Whiskey Co. is a member of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States.
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by admin | Jun 27, 2022 | IN THE NEWS
Ongoing Limited-Release Blends, Each of Which Feature an Alternate Blending Profile, Incorporate Rare Barrels
Louisville, KY (June 27, 2022) – Stellum™ Spirits, a national brand created to celebrate the modern-day whiskey drinker, today introduced Stellum Black specialty blends, a new evolution in the brand’s portfolio. These specialty blends are ongoing limited releases which incorporate rare barrels to create limited edition bourbons and ryes that deliver robust flavor alongside profound complexity.
Stellum Black specialty blends offer consumers more in terms of rarity, collectability, and insight into the inspiration behind the blends themselves. Blending in steps and with smaller batches allows the team to utilize barrels or even just parts of barrels that are particularly unique while still having a major influence on the character of the whiskey.
“Stellum Black specialty blends evoke the familiarity of two classic styles of American whiskey, taken one step further through our innovative blending and tasting process,” said Founder Joe Beatrice. “Each limited-release blend has an alternate blending profile that incorporates reserve barrels from our stocks with the original Stellum blend.”
The base for all Stellum Black specialty blends is a blend of Indiana bourbon/rye, which is then layered with older bourbons/ryes from Kentucky and Tennessee creating a unique everyday whiskey. These are the first two limited edition blends:
- Stellum Equinox Blend #1
- This inaugural release of the Equinox Blend was created using Stellum Bourbon. The team slowly layered in rare sets of bourbon barrels, step by step, until the evening of the Vernal Equinox, when the blend was completed in honor of the changing seasons and bottled at cask strength (117.26 proof)
- Stellum Fibonacci Rye Blend #1
- This release celebrates the Fibonacci sequence, a series of numbers, each the sum of the two previous numbers. Six separate rye blends were combined in accordance with this sequence. Just like so many other presentations of Fibonacci, the blend that it produced was both balanced and beautiful. Bottled at cask strength (115.12 proof)
Both Stellum Equinox Blend #1 and Stellum Fibonacci Rye Blend #1 have an SRP of $99. They are now available at select retailers in 48 U.S. markets and online via the Stellum website at www.stellum.com. For more information, follow Stellum Spirits on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.stellum.com.
Stellum Spirits
Stellum™ Spirits is devoted to bringing American whiskey into the modern age with simple, elegant blends and single barrels selected with care and intention. Stellum Spirits is produced by Barrell Craft Spirits®, the award-winning independent blender of unique aged, cask-strength sourced whiskey and rum.
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