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Why You MUST Visit Glenns Creek Distilling in Frankfort, KY

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Is Glenns Creek the Most Authentic Stop on the Bourbon Trail?

In this episode of Bourbon Trail Tales and Tastes, we’re heading deep into the heart of Frankfort, Kentucky, to visit our 57th distillery: Glenns Creek Distilling. Located on the historic, rugged grounds of the abandoned Old Crow Distillery, this is anything but a corporate tour.

Join us as we sit down for an unforgettable 2.5-hour tasting with the legendary and “eccentric” owner and master distiller, David Meier. From sticking our fingers in the mash to hearing the wild stories of how David propagated yeast from the original Old Crow Fermenter #5, this visit was a birthday highlight we won’t soon forget!

🥃 Bottles on the Table

We’re tasting two unique expressions that prove “lazy” isn’t in the Glenns Creek vocabulary:

  • OCD #5 Bourbon: The flagship. Crafted with a high-corn mash bill and that historic Old Crow yeast, this 103.2 proof beauty is packed with notes of toffee, butterscotch, and deep barrel char.
  • Café Olé Bourbon: Imagine OCD #5 with a dark side. By adding chocolate malted barley, David has created a mocha-forward masterpiece. Think dark chocolate, espresso, and rich butterscotch.

Have you ever braved the backroads to find Glenns Creek? David Meier is a legend in the making—tell us your favorite “Cranky Dave” story or which of these bottles you’re hunting next in the comments below! 👇

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🥃 Bottle Details: 

OCD #5 Bourbon

  • Classification: Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Glenns Creek Distilling
  • Distillery: Glenns Creek Distilling
  • Mash Bill: 87% Corn, 8% Rye, 5% Barley
  • Yeast: Old Crow Yeast Fermenter #5
  • Age: 44 months
  • Proof: 103.2
  • MSRP: $66.04
  • Released: 2024
  • Other: Barrel 123, Bottle 3
  • Purchased: 02/23/24 for $66.04 at Glenns Creek Distilling

Café Olé Bourbon

  • Classification: Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Glenns Creek Distilling
  • Distillery: Glenns Creek Distilling
  • Mash Bill: 87% Corn, 8% Rye, 5% Chocolate Malted Barley
  • Yeast: Old Crow Yeast Fermenter #5
  • Age: 56 months
  • Proof: 105.8
  • MSRP: $64.15
  • Released: 2024
  • Other: Barrel 26, Bottle 200
  • Purchased: 02/23/24 for $64.15 at Glenns Creek Distilling

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Bourbon Trail Stop in Lawrenceburg: Larrikin Review!

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Lawrenceburg Bourbon Company (Larrikin) Tasting & Review! 🥃

Welcome back to Bourbon Trail Tales and Tastes! In Episode 53, we are taking you back to February 2024 for a visit to our 56th unique distillery stop: Lawrenceburg Bourbon Company (now rebranded as Larrikin).

Located just a stone’s throw from the legendary Wild Turkey, we first met this team at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival and knew we had to pull in when we saw the “Open” sign. While they weren’t running full distillery tours during our visit, the tasting room experience led by Emily was top-notch!

In this video, we finally crack open a bottle we’ve been hunting for in our “closet bourbon” collection: the Lawrenceburg One Cask Series (Barrel A2). This 116-proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a sourced gem (likely from the Bardstown/Green River family) that packs a surprising punch of citrus and silk.

In This Episode, We Cover:

  • The Distillery Visit: Our experience at Lawrenceburg Bourbon Co. and why we’re excited to go back for their new cigar lounge and tours.
  • The Bottle Breakdown: Mash bill, age, proof, and MSRP details for the One Cask Series.
  • Tasting Notes: * Nose: Honeysuckle, florals, and a sweet “pancake syrup” aroma.
    • Palette: Silky viscosity, orange peel, and a mid-palate pop of ginger.
    • Finish: A long, peppery, and smooth lingering finish.
  • The Value Verdict: Is a 4-year-old sourced bourbon worth the $90 price tag? We discuss why supporting craft distilleries matters.

Are you a fan of sourced Kentucky bourbon? Let us know in the comments if you’ve tried Lawrenceburg or Larrikin yet!

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🥃 Bottle Details: Lawrenceburg One Cask Series

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Mash Bill: 70% Corn / 21% Rye / 9% Malted Barley
  • Age: 4 Years
  • Proof: 116 (Cask Strength)
  • Distillery: Sourced (BBC/Green River)
  • Price: $90 (Purchased 02/23/24)

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This is a Hidden Gem! Western Kentucky Bourbon

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Western Kentucky Distilling Co. just dropped a new single barrel, and we’ve got the Owensboro Bourbon Society hand-selected pick! Join us as we dive into this “beast on the west” — a 6-year-old, 127.2 proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon.

This isn’t your typical fruity or sweet pour. We’re talking a bold, rich, and spicy bourbon that’s full of surprises. From a sweet, floral nose to a palate packed with dark chocolate, cinnamon, and pepper, this one takes you on a journey. It’s a testament to the master distiller, Jacob Call (formerly of Green River Distilling), and the rising stars in Western Kentucky’s bourbon scene.

We’re giving you the full review, from nosing and tasting to our thoughts on the finish. Plus, we’ll give a huge shout-out to Vincent from the Owensboro Bourbon Society for snagging this amazing bottle for us!

Whether you’re a fan of high-proof bourbons or you’re just starting your journey, this review is for you.

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✴️ Western Kentucky Distilling Co Single Barrel

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Western Kentucky Distilling Co.
  • Distillery: Sourced/Undisclosed/Kentucky
  • Mash Bill: 70% Corn, 21% Rye, 9% Malted Barley
  • Barreled 10/08/18, Bottled 06/11/25
  • Age: 6 Years
  • Proof: 127.2
  • Other: Warehouse E, Floor 1, Rack 7
  • Hand Selected by the Owensboro Bourbon Society

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NOTE: The spirit in this review was provided to us. However, we were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

Whiskey Thief Distillery Tour & Taste

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Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes Episode Episode 29 – Whiskey Thief Distilling

Get ready for an adventure down the Kentucky Bourbon Trail as we revisit a fun stop! In this episode, we’re taking you back to our first visit to Whiskey Thief Distilling in Frankfort, Kentucky. This wasn’t just another distillery; it was our 34th distillery exploration and snagged us our 26th stamp in our Kentucky Bourbon Trail Book!

Join us as we relive every unforgettable moment from our initial five-barrel thieving experience, to bottling two bourbons and a rye whiskey, and a tour of their distillery. But the fun doesn’t stop there! We’ll then uncork one of the bottles that we thieved ourselves that day and provide an in-depth tasting. What hidden notes and unique flavors await us in this one-of-a-kind pour? You’ll have to watch to find out!

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In this series, Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we navigate the rich tapestry of our memorable experiences on the Bourbon Trail, a journey that has undeniably enriched our appreciation for this iconic American spirit. We tackle intriguing questions such as: What stands out as the most profound memory of that bourbon trail experience, one that has etched itself firmly in our minds? What exceptional and bourbon or whiskey did we discover during this journey, perhaps one that surprised us with its intricate and delightful flavor profiles? What lasting impressions do we have of that bourbon or whiskey today, as we reflect on its complexities and how they resonate with our evolving palates and preferences? Through this exploration, we passionately recount our adventures and celebrate the stories and connections we’ve forged along the way, highlighting the essence of the Bourbon Trail.

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ABOUT THE BOTTLE REVIEWED

✴️ Three Boys Farm Distillery Single Barrel Bourbon

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Distillery: Whiskey Thief Distilling Co
  • Mash Bill: 65% Corn, 17% Rye, 18% Barley
  • Age: 6 years
  • Proof: 118
  • Other: We filled the bottle!
  • Purchased: 02/24/23 for $149 at Whiskey Thief Distilling

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We Visited Kentucky Peerless Distilling And Found AMAZING Bourbon

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In Episode 11 of Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we recount our first three visits to Kentucky Peerless Distilling in Louisville, Kentucky. Join us as we remember that first day, December 28, 2020, the second time September 3, 2022, which marked our 11th Stamp on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, and even our third visit, October 29, 2022 where we were able to take their production tour. We share our insights into the experiences available at Kentucky Peerless Distilling, including a production tour, formal guided tastings, and the option of a non-appointment express tasting. To fully immerse ourselves in those cherished memories, we taste from two bottles purchased on our first visits, Rye Cherry Cola Single Barrel Distillery Selection and Spiced Orange Soda Single Barrel Bourbon Distillery Selection, enabling us to relive the original experiences and further enriching our journey with yet another highlight in Our Bourbon Journey.

In this series, Bourbon Trail Tales & Tastes, we navigate the rich tapestry of our memorable experiences on the Bourbon Trail, a journey that has undeniably enriched our appreciation for this iconic American spirit. We tackle intriguing questions such as: What stands out as the most profound memory of that bourbon trail experience, one that has etched itself firmly in our minds? What exceptional and bourbon or whiskey did we discover during this journey, perhaps one that surprised us with its intricate and delightful flavor profiles? What lasting impressions do we have of that bourbon or whiskey today, as we reflect on its complexities and how they resonate with our evolving palates and preferences? Through this exploration, we passionately recount our adventures and celebrate the stories and connections we’ve forged along the way, highlighting the essence of the Bourbon Trail.

ABOUT THESE BOTTLES: 

Rye Cherry Cola Single Barrel Distillery Selection

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
  • Company: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Distillery: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed
  • Other: Sweet Mash, Non-Chill Filtered, No Water Added
  • Age: NAS (at least 4 years)
  • Proof: 110.4
  • Released: 2020
  • Purchased: 12/28/20 for no record at KY Peerless, Louisville KY

Spiced Orange Soda Single Barrel Bourbon Distillery Selection

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Distillery: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Company
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed
  • Other: Sweet Mash, Non-Chill Filtered, No Water Added
  • Age: NAS (at least 4 years)
  • Proof: 107.4
  • Released: 2022
  • Purchased: 09/03/22 for $129.99 at KY Peerless, Louisville KY

This bottle contains Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Such whiskeys have all the requirements of bourbon: Made in the U.S, distilled at <= 160 proof, barreled at <= 125 proof, aged in new, charred oak containers, bottled at >= 80 proof. Straight bourbon means it is aged at least 2 years (and must have an age statement if less than 4). In addition, to be Kentucky Straight Bourbon, it has the additional requirement that it must be produced and aged at least 1 year in the state of Kentucky.

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Peerless Gingerbread House Review: https://youtu.be/U4cGE9WGAsE 

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