History of distillery The name Four gate is a term for a 4 slat fence, used on horse farms around Kentucky Owners Bill Straub and Bob D’Antoni Started Four Gate in 2019 Kelvin Cooperage Version 11 year old Straight Rye Partners with Kelvin Cooperage This part bothered me They also partnered with well-regarded whiskey writers and personalities in Louisville to help select the exclusive blend to be finished in the ex-sherry rum casks. Sources https://fourgatewhiskey.com/the-name/  https://seelbachs.com/collections/four-gate-whiskey-co  https://modernthirst.com/  h ..read more

History of distillery Opened in 2015 in the upstairs of big wood pizza in Nashville Indiana 2107 began construction  on current distillery CAMPUS 325 acres with a touring and tasting room and restaurant  2018 sweet mash distillery officially opens The property has a live music stage, hosts festivals, food trucks and a bar, all called “Hard truth on the Rocks” Hard Truth Distilling Co. is part of the BWQOHT, Inc. family of brands, which also includes Big Woods Restaurants and Quaff ON! Brewing Co. Brewers start Tim O’bryan  started brewing beer, the family really liked it ..read more

VERY OPEN about their source Owned by O.Z Tyler and Latitude beverage Produced by O.Z. Tyler O.Z Tyler changed its name to Green river Distillery in 2020 Nowhere on their site do they claim to be anything other than a green river product.   This was the first rye out of Green River Green river was purchased by bardstown distilling in 2022 History of green river  founded in 1885 by John W. McCulloch It was the first in owensboro And the 10th distillery in Kentucky Like so many of these brands it passed through many hands and fell and rised in prominence throughout. Jacob ..read more

Rye 101 Made with at least 51% rye in the mash bill. Aged in charred new oak barrels. Distilled to a maximum of 160 proof (80% ABV) Barreled at a maximum of 125 proof (62.5% ABV) Bottled at a minimum of 80 proof (40% ABV) and a maximum of 150 proof (75% ABV) Rye was the prominent whiskey of the americas at its founding.  George washington had 5 stills and could produce 11K Gallons of Rye per year. Pennsylvania scots irish began distilling rye because of how well it grew in the area, and they wanted a dark spirit like their irish whisky at home.  Though it doesnt taste the same ..read more

Subscriber-only episode History of distillery-option 1 Paul Jones Jr starts the brand in 1888, but was producing back into the 1860’s Loose story of it was started by a love story and marriage proposal End of story History of distillery option 2 Rufus M Rose starts the brand in 1888 He was a druggist from Connecticut, but moved to Georgia Fought in the Civil war as a confederate Was a foot soldier, but was quickly switched to a medical unit, and after an injury was honorably discharged, but continued to work for the confederacy creating medicines until the end of the war After the ..read more

History of distillery Sourcing for a long time 2015 broke ground on their own distillery, opened in 2018 2021 Lux Row was bought by MGP No mixing of MGP and LuxCo product, luxco is still distilled in KY MGP bought it for the distribution network. This is why we now have George remus available, as well as rossville.  MGP Products that now have a distribution network The juice 4 grain double single barrel Combines a single barrel of Rye bourbon and single barrel wheated bourbon Is this still a single barrel?  Support the show Website:www.whiskeychaserspod.com Faceboo ..read more

For the full Blog post on Joseph A Magnus, go Here! Title: Unveiling the Legacy: Joseph A. Magnus Distillery's Historic Resurgence and Modern Brilliance Introduction: Step into the past with us as we unveil the remarkable history of the Joseph A. Magnus Distillery. From its roots in Cincinnati to a contemporary revival, this episode delves into a story of resilience, innovation, and the unwavering commitment to preserving a legacy. Segment 1: Early Triumphs in Cincinnati Explore the early years of Joseph A. Magnus, a resilient entrepreneur who, by the age of 26, built a liquor empire in Cinc ..read more

To see our blog post about the Michters distillery click here! History of distillery Founded by John Shenk, a swiss Mennonite farmer in Schaefferstown, PA in 1753 Called the Shenk Distillery Mostly a rye product Legend is that washington purchased the rye for his men during their winter at Valley Forge "the whiskey that warmed the American Revolution." Mid 1800’s purchased by Abraham Bomberger  Now the Bomberger Distillery Hard times during prohibition had the shut the doors, but did return after Changed hands many times, but in 1950’s, Lou Forman was one owner, and created the Mi ..read more

Read more about this bottle and its history, along with Jack Daniels history on our blog, here! History of distillery Jasper Newton Daniels founds Jack daniels in 1866 Learns how to make whiskey from a preacher who took him in and his slave Rev Dan Call and the slave in Nathan “nearest” green Distillery founded near Cave spring hollow Water from an underground spring with little to no impurities Limestone is so important for whiskey making because limestone counters the Iron in water, removing it. Jack passes in 1906, after he gets mad he cant open his safe and kicks it.  This bre ..read more

Subscriber-only episode On today's episode we have a glass of Glen Grant 15!  We continue our gift series with Glen Grant 15 for our subscription only episode. We talk about Lifesavers, Scotland, and variety . All that and more on today's episode of Whiskey Chasers!  Be sure to Like us on Facebook and follow us on instagram, as well as rate and review the show wherever you are listening, it really helps us out. Our Website is www.whiskeychaserspod.com, check us out! Thanks, and enjoy the show! Website:www.whiskeychaserspod.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/whiskeychaserspodcas ..read more