Patrick "Pops" Garrett

Founder and Chief Drinking Officer of Bourbon & Banter and DrinkCurious.

Bottle of the Day

BOTD Spotlight: Still Austin Cask Strength Bourbon

Still Austin is a relatively new player in the bourbon game, but they’ve quickly made a name for themselves with their dedication to craft and quality.

Get To Know

Get to Know: Bryan Smith, master distiller and partner, Hard Truth Distilling Co.

So, I was listening to what’s their plans were … and I asked if I could join them on the project. Sometimes something opens up in front of you, and you see this vision of what it could become, and you want in on it.

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Time to Level Up Your Bourbon Hunt with Dan The Bourbon Man!

Imagine this: you’re scrolling your phone, and bam—an email alert notifies you that the allocated bottle you’ve been after has been spotted at a store near you.

Bottle of the Day

BOTD Spotlight: 10th Mountain Bourbon

10th Mountain Bourbon is more than just a bottle of whiskey—it's inspired by the soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division, a legendary alpine military unit.

Bottle of the Day

BOTD Spotlight: Breckenridge Rum Cask Finish Bourbon

Breckenridge Distillery is known for pushing boundaries and creating distinctive spirits, and their Rum Cask Finish Bourbon is a perfect example of that spirit of innovation.

Art Eatables

Chocolate & Bourbon: A Match Made in Heaven During Bourbon Heritage Month

Chocolate and bourbon are like old friends who bring out the best in each other. The rich, creamy texture of chocolate melds beautifully with the bold, spicy, and sometimes sweet bourbon notes. When you pair them just right, it's like a symphony of flavors playing on your palate.

New Brand Releases

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Introduces Silver Oak Finish, Discovery 12 In Time for Bourbon Heritage Month

Bardstown Bourbon’s Silver Oak finish is an expert blend of six 9- to 15-year-old bourbons, finished in Silver Oak Cabernet barrels for 17 months. The resulting bourbon offers an exquisite balance of ripe fruit, caramel and roasted nuts.

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BOTD Spotlight: Michter's US★1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon

If you’re on the quest to complete the 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge, Michter’s US★1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a no-brainer addition to your lineup.

Bourbon Heritage Month

WELCOME TO BOURBON HERITAGE MONTH

Whether this is your first year celebrating Bourbon Heritage Month or you're a seasoned pro, we're glad to have you drinking with us for the next 30 days. Pour yourself a drink and scroll down to explore what we've got in store for this year's celebration and how you can be a part of it all.

New Brand Releases

Little Book Announces Inaugural Series: The Infinite

Little Book ‘The Infinite: Edition 1’ will serve as the foundation of the line extension utilizing liquid from generations of the Noe Family through every future release.

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Pursuit Spirits Releases New Double Oaked Rye Whiskey

Over 40 different oak experiments were conducted to find a profile that worked in perfect harmony with their Pursuit United Rye.

Industry News

Casey Jones Distillery Launches First-Ever Mash Maker's Experience in Time for Bourbon Heritage Month

Designed for everyone from enthusiasts to those out for a fun day of sightseeing and bourbon tasting, the Mash Maker’s Experience focuses on the primary bourbon grains and how they affect the taste profile of the bourbon from grain to glass.

Get To Know

Get to Know: Heather Greene, CEO, Milam & Greene Whiskey

Really, I guess, whiskey chose me. I found it interesting, and when you follow your curiosity, it takes you places.

New Brand Releases

Lux Row Distillers Releases the 3rd Edition of its Blood Oath Trilogy Featuring Pacts 7, 8 and 9

The third edition of the Blood Oath Trilogy contains Pacts 7, 8 and 9 – reserved since 2021, 2022 and 2023, respectively – and is packaged in a custom black wooden display box designed to highlight each Pact’s distinctive label.

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Old Elk Announces its First Straight Wheat Whiskey Finished in French Limousine Cognac Casks

Old Elk Cognac Cask Finish Straight Wheat Whiskey begins after six years of aging the Straight Wheat Whiskey, with an additional 6 months to a year of finishing in carefully selected French Limousine Cognac Casks.

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Old Forester Announces Birthday Bourbon 2024: 12 Years Old, and 107 Proof

This year the bourbon is 12 years old and 107 proof – and consumers can earn the opportunity to purchase this rare bottle via a national sweepstakes.

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Chattanooga Whiskey Releases Russian River Pinot Cask Finished Bourbon

For their fifth finish, the distilling team revisited California wine - this time selecting Pinot Noir casks from the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County.

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Blue Note Launches Limited-Release Honey Rye Cask

American oak barrels used for finishing were repurposed to produce a delicious, locally sourced, barrel-aged honey. The team then returned the whiskey, which was aged for a minimum of three years, to the honey-infused casks for another round of aging...

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Ross & Squibb Distillery Release Remus Repeal Reserve Series VIII

This year's offering includes 9% of a 17-year-aged bourbon containing 21% rye; 24% of a 10-year-aged bourbon comprising 21% rye, and 67% of a second 10-year-aged bourbon containing 36% rye.

New Brand Releases

Get Ready for the Four Roses 2024 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon Release on September 14

Non-chill filtered and bottled at 108.2 proof; the 2024 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon features four hand-selected batches aged 12 to 20 years.

The Ultimate Guide to the 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge: 2024 Edition

So, what exactly is the 30 Days of Bourbon Challenge? Let me break it down for you. It’s a simple yet bold endeavor: drink 30 different bourbons over 30 days. Sounds easy, right?

New Brand Releases

2024 Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

The 2024 Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is presented in custom-designed bottles featuring embossing, a label with the 2024 Yellowstone Limited Edition emblem and a high-end natural cork.

New Brand Releases

New Green River 1885 Bourbon Eyes the On-Premise

Comprised of a mash bill of 76 percent local corn, 15 percent rye and 9 percent malted barley, Green River 1885 is aged a minimum of four years, presented at 85 proof (42.5% abv) and offered exclusively in 1L packaging for a suggested retail price of $21.99.

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BITB Club

Replay: BITB Live Tasting #9

This month's tasting kits included six samples providing a fantastic range of expressions, including budget-friendly bottles and pricier, hard-to-find new releases.

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Buzzard's Roost Launches First Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon

With a mash bill of 51% corn, 45% wheat and 4% malted barley, Buzzard’s Roost Bottled in Bond Bourbon stands out for the silky mouthfeel and subtle sweetness that wheat brings to the party.