Bourbon Pursuit

Jefferson’s Founder’s Reserve brings a 20 year Kentucky bourbon finished in French Bordeaux wine casks. With only 250 bottles available, this rare release delivers old oak, dried cranberries, leather, and tobacco. But does it live up to its $500 price tag?DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.
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It's This Week in Bourbon for October 23rd, 2026. As Uncle Nearest Comes to an End, Fawn is still appealing, Bourbon and Board Games Are hot this week, and Old Elk Distillery Folds of Honor Blended American Whiskey.Show Notes:
Judge sets accelerated briefing schedule on Uncle Nearest asset sale appeal

Bib & Tucker collaborates with Hasbro to launch MONOPOLY collector's edition

Old Fitzgerald and Jonathan Adler partner on luxury backgammon gift set

Bulleit and Mike’s Hot Honey announce 15-city nationwide mobile bar tour

MGP Ingredients rebrands corporate identity as Sempreon with CASK ticker

Knob Creek brings back 21 Year Old Bourbon at 100 proof for $249.99

New Era Distillery debuts Marquee Exclusive Small Batch Bourbon at $49.99

Liberty Pole Spirits launches High Rye Straight Bourbon at 100 proof

Penelope Bourbon releases FCancer Batch 5 alongside $250,000 donation pledge

Booker’s Bourbon unveils Southern Thunder Batch at 127.3 proof for $99.99

15 STARS launches First West Cigar Blend finished in three cask types

Jack Daniel’s debuts 2026 Coy Hill Rye Single Barrel at barrel proof

Chattanooga Whiskey introduces Bad Chattanoogan finished with playable wooden records

Middle West Spirits and Old Elk launch Blended American Whiskey for Folds of Honor

15 STARS First West Cigar Blend sells out online in one day

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Van Winkle announced the 2026 collection on September 11 with price increases. This lands in a year of a 16-million-barrel glut, craft sales down a third straight year, a distributor in liquidation, and a softening mid-tier secondary. Back on BCR #42 in 2020 this panel specifically praised Sazerac for not pricing Pappy at what the market would bear. Six years later they moved the number up in a down market. Was the restraint we praised always temporary? Look at October’s release calendar. Woodford’s 30th anniversary bundle is distillery-only at $225. New Riff’s six-year wheated went to whiskey club members with distillery pickup only. Pursuit’s own XS Double Oak to P. Club members before anyone else. Is thi the beginning of a much larger shift where allocation migrating out of retail?
Show Notes:
What does the Van Winkle price increase mean for demand

Has Pappy’s appeal changed among bourbon enthusiasts

Who benefits more from the Van Winkle–Sazerac partnership

Could Pappy be released through the Buffalo Trace gift shop

Are limited releases shifting from retailers to distilleries and clubs

How can brands balance direct sales with retail distribution

Could regional and online releases provide other ways to reach buyers

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Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch 2026 brings 14 to 23 year barrels together for a rich, balanced pour. Toasted vanilla, leather, cinnamon rolls, gooey frosting, and that classic sweet oak finish made this one stand out.DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly.
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It's This Week in Bourbon for October 16th, 2026. Ummmm; Wes Henderson, Uncle Nearest Inc. is nearing a potential asset sale, and Pursuit Releases XS Double Oak.Show Notes:
Glenns Creek Distillery fire destroys historic vacant structures without loss of spirits

Federal probe examines hidden cameras seized from former Angel’s Envy founder Wes Henderson

Receivership sale of Uncle Nearest assets nears Chapter 11 filing amid federal probes

ACSA economic study shows U.S. craft spirits volume declined 8% in 2025

Performance fuel maker VP Racing acquires Alamo Distilling in contract expansion

JetBlue adds 50ml bottles of Brother’s Bond Straight Bourbon to onboard flights

Fourth annual National Bourbon Week announced for Bardstown, Kentucky, June 14–20, 2027

Lofted Spirits promotes Nick Smith to Master Distiller following 1,000,000th barrel milestone

Pursuit Spirits announces Pursuit United XS Double Oak Rye capped at 720 bottles

Starlight Distillery debuts Estate Collection 7-Year Cask Strength Bourbon at 110.8 proof

Woodford Reserve releases 30th anniversary Triple Pot Still and ceramic decanter offerings

Russell’s Reserve debuts Single Rickhouse 2026 – Camp Nelson D at 120.8 proof

Maker’s Mark debuts World Wood Collection Expedition 01 travel-retail exclusive at 101 proof

High West releases A Midwinter Night’s Dram Act 14 finished in Port and Sherry casks

Kentucky Senator Bourbon debuts Thoroughbred Legacy Series dedicated to champion filly Nitrogen

KNOBEL Tennessee Whiskey launches 7-Year Special Edition funding trade scholarships at $99.99

Frey Ranch introduces Harvester Series Third Harvest featuring farm-grown triticale at 90 proof

Old Forester debuts Tribute Series 12-Year Bourbon in historic decanter bottle for $299.99

Wyoming Whiskey launches Queen of the Tetons Second Edition honoring Grizzly 399 at 99 proof

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