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Distilleries Worth Visiting: The South (Kentucky Not Included) — 2026 Edition

The whiskey distilleries worth planning a trip around in every Southern state, Kentucky excluded on purpose. First installment of an annual series — including an honest look at which states didn't make the cut.

Oct 143 min read

Shortbarrel Cigar Batch #4 Review

Four mash bills, more than 50 finishing casks, and a cigar blend I'd pour after dinner without the cigar.

THE POUR

6 days ago3 min read