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Matt Breese: Sep 17, 2025 3:27:12 PM
How a finishing-obsessed “mad scientist” ethos, a musician’s eye for album art, and a flavor‑first stance are reshaping what 95/5 rye can be.
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Matt Breese: Sep 3, 2025 3:37:21 PM
Last week we had the privilege of joining the craft distilling community at the American Distilling Institute’s 2025 Craft Spirits Conference & Expo...
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Matt Breese: Aug 21, 2025 4:47:34 PM
In the world of whiskey, age is more than just a number... it’s a testament to time, patience, and craftsmanship. As whiskey matures in oak barrels,...
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Matt Breese: Aug 15, 2025 4:00:15 PM
In our work at Brindiamo, we’ve stepped into stillhouses on nearly every continent. Each one hums with its own rhythm—steam curling from vents,...
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Matt Breese: Aug 12, 2025 4:36:40 PM
The latest reports from industry publications, such as Wine Searcher, confirms what many in the trade have been feeling for months: the bulk markets...
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Matt Breese: Aug 7, 2025 10:27:26 AM
In a category where barrels tend to steal the spotlight, Venture First operates where the real structure of the whiskey industry is often forged:...
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Matt Breese: Aug 6, 2025 3:01:56 PM
We just got back from the International Bulk Wine & Spirits Show (IBWSS) 2025, and let’s just say — it did not disappoint.
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Matt Breese: Aug 5, 2025 4:27:26 PM
July 2025: A Pivotal Month for Whiskey and Bourbon — Realignment, Innovation, and Resilience
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Matt Breese: Jul 24, 2025 9:49:51 AM
As summer heats up, the whiskey industry continues to evolve—shaped by innovation, global expansion, and demand for aged inventory. July brought...
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Matt Breese: Jul 16, 2025 12:55:33 PM
Some brands follow the rules. Others rewrite them. Old Carter Whiskey is a standout example of the latter—producing small-batch releases that have...
