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The Sunday Pour: Poetry in the Glass

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Sometimes my thoughts drift toward the glass. Not just what’s in it, but what it means. Bourbon, for me, has always been more than a drink. It’s memory, it’s craft, it’s connection. And the more I think about it, the … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament – Semifinals and Championship

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

In my initial bourbon blind bracket, we have finally reached the Final Four, followed by the championship showdown. You’ll pick up on a common theme in my initial favorites, and that’s reflected in tonight’s special pour. I’m enjoying Old Forester 1897 … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament, Fourth Round – Elite 8

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

We have now reached the fourth round – the Elite 8. And while these are some amazing bourbons in my realm, I well know that a lot of bourbon aficionados have infinitely more rare and valuable drinks in their collections. … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament, Third Round – Sweet 16

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

As we reach into the third round – the Sweet (and often very sweet) 16 in my initial collection. As I type this, my dram is Benmark Full Proof – absolutely one of the best values in the bourbon world, especially … Continue reading →

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