Locke + Co.’s Big Blaze Bourbon earned Double Gold at the 2026 Denver International Spirits Competition and Gold at the Ascot Awards. The limited-release bourbon supports Colorado firefighters and is finished with aspen wood from the East Troublesome Fire.
Shortbarrel Sapsquatch combines Kentucky and Indiana bourbon with maple syrup barrel finishing and toasted oak influence. Rich maple, roasted pecans, and warming spice make this one of the most balanced maple-finished bourbons I’ve tried.
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Looking for great Virginia distilleries? Here are the distilleries around Northern Virginia I’d recommend first, from whiskey-focused destinations to hidden gems and exclusive tasting experiences.
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Oade Armagnac The Balance Cask 2 review. A 36-year-old 1988 Bas-Armagnac from Ferme de Bacoge featuring dark fruit, spearmint, floral notes, and exceptional transparency.
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Review of Hooten & Young 7-Year Rye Whiskey (95/5 MGP, 93 proof) and RTBA cigar pairing. Notes of candied fruit, caramel, spice, and tobacco converge into a dramatically improved experience when combined.
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Green River Distilling Co. has unveiled Distillery Select Toasted Double Oak Bourbon, the oldest bourbon released in the brand’s modern era. The eight-year-old limited release earned Double Gold and 96 points at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
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Hooten Young’s Operation Gothic Serpent Rye Whiskey has earned Double Gold at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The 7-year-old rye pays tribute to the 19 Americans lost during the Battle of Mogadishu and was unanimously awarded Gold by every judge.
Wheel Horse Whiskey has announced two limited Spring 2026 releases: the experimental Rum-Finished Double Mash and the return of its award-winning Double Oak Bourbon. Both 101-proof expressions will be available nationwide in limited quantities.
Dragon Con Bourbon returns for its second annual release, celebrating the convention’s 40th anniversary with a limited-edition whiskey from Old Fourth Distillery. Only 3,700 bottles will be available.
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Forward Slash offers more than whiskey. From intentional blending philosophies and standout releases to a deeply community-driven atmosphere where everyone seems to know each other, this visit revealed why the Florida blending house has become something far bigger than a traditional distillery.
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