Briarwood Wine & Spirits

We got the band back together from Penelope. Be sure to stop by the store today for your weekend pour. Ask any member of our well trained staff for a suggestion, or if you don't see anything you like, we'll try to get it for you.

Cheers!

Another “bang bang” (more on that later) trip to bourbon country picking some 🔥 for everyone.
First up is always our favorite. Picking Four Roses with Mandy is literally a trip I look forward to all year. The pick itself is always pretty quick but hanging out with Mandy & Holly laughing about all things bourbon is the gravy. Sorry, back to the pick. So it should come as no surprise that we blind picked another “O” recipe. 🤷‍♂️While it wasn’t Jimmy and I this time that were locked in on the pick as much as previously, Mandy and I were unanimous in a blind pick of our top 3 and our favorite. Which was #9. A gorgeous 10 yr 6mo OBSO that was laying deep on the Southend of Warehouse P. She’s a tier 5 on the 49th rick and slot Q. Almost hidden. Estimated to be around 120-122prf at bottling. It’s position being an omen* of what’s to come. The depth of character and layers upon layers of nuance will have you revisiting again and again to pick out new notes. Expect ‘The “O”men’ to drop early October.
Next up was a very quick stop at Wild Turkey to grab another Russell’s Reserve with our pal Bo Bounds from The Out of Bounds Show. There’s just something about standing in Rickhouse A, built in 1894 and tasting with Bruce Russell, 3rd generation distiller, that makes every barrel taste like an absolute dime. On this particular day though, barrel 6, the last in the lineup, was the one that was the true dime. It was a freshy, meaning untapped and we were the first to try it. There was no doubt. Of the 6 of us that tried it, all agreed it was hands down the winner. It has all the characteristics one would expect from a RR pick, plus a whole lot of very unique qualities. Bruce explained that it was very likely because of where it had been for 10.5 yrs. This one came from 4th floor of Tyrone F, a warehouse that is rarely in the barrel program. F has had some damage to its structure and just doesn’t have as many barrels in it. It also has uncommon air circulation due to the layout of the building after the damage. As soon as we decided, Jimmy and I had to make a really quick exit as we had a very long drive ahead of us.
So be expecting a “Bang Bang Play” to arrive late September.
Alas, another trip in the books and the waiting begins. Stay tuned for release dates and more.
Cheers
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National Bourbon Day? Pfft, National Bourbon Weekend as far as we're concerned. Just in time for the Dads. Last day for our bourbon sale!

Happy Father's Day from all of us here at Briarwood Wine and Spirits! We know you Dads work hard and that's why we're taking our barrel pick prices down 15% from the tag price!

I've also thrown in some select whiskies that I MAY be rotating through this sale throughout the weekend! ;)

Moms! Progeny! Still looking for a gift? Come see us!

Chicken C**k Double Oak

You can’t have great whiskey without great wood. That is Chicken C**k aged their 8-year-old whiskey in American oak barrels twice. This process allows them to extract all of the great flavor within the oak to create a robust and interesting sipper.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark chocolate covered berries, toasted coconut shavings, and caramel coffee

Palate

Sapid flavors of vanilla bean, waffle cone, steeped berries, and warm baking spices

Finish

Round and balanced with creamy undertones and hints of crème brulée and cinnamon flan

$102.99

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REBEL 100 6-Year

Spotlights the original, time-honored wheated bourbon recipe created in 1849. Bottled at 6-Years and 100 PROOF, this bourbon shows that age is never a bad thing. It’s legacy is evident not only in its time-honored recipe, but in its unwavering, timeless spirit. This extra aged bourbon champions authenticity while defying uniformity.

This rebel Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is aged a full six years and bottled at 100 proof for a rich & rebellious. Starts with dark fruits, followed by citrus and oak. It boasts a velvety smooth finish with a hint of spice.

$55.99

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Don't forget!

Celebrating 150 Years of the Kentucky Derby!

Commemorative 150 Year products brought to you by Woodford Reserve and Kendall-Jackson.

150 Year Anniversary Woodford; Liter - $47.99

150 Year Anniversary Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon - $20.79 and $25.99 respectively.

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Garrison Brothers Balmorhea

115°

74% corn, 15% wheat, 11% barley

Twice barreled in New American oak Texas bourbon. Four times now this bourbon has been mentioned in Jim Murray's Whiskey Bible. Two-time Micro Whisky of the Year and San Francisco Double Gold Medal Winner. Simply known as bourbon candy in a bottle.

Four years in a Texan New American Oak barrel and then transferred into a New American Oak barrel from Louisville, KY for one year.

On the nose deep mocha and coffee permeate from the surface. Strong, intense toffee and caramel notes throughout ending with a lingering dark, savory chocolate whisper.

The palate is an explosion of frozen fudgey pops, silky amaretto coffee, hot gooey sticky buns, and delicious pecan brittle.

$198.99

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Stay safe!

Serendipitous

That's the word I like to use when two totally different products come in the store at the same time and sparks an "ah-hah" moment.

Cabaret During The Day Martini

2 parts Hendrick's Grand Cabaret Gin
1 part Cocchi Vermouth di Torino Extra Dry

Add ingredients in stir pitcher
Fill with ice
Stir 50 times

Strain into a Martini glass

Garnish with a lemon twist

The stone fruit and sweet herbs of Hendrick's Cabaret blend well with the balanced bright lemon, herbal coriander with slight notes of anise and pepperment from the Piemonte vermouth.

Hendrick's Cabaret Gin - $48.99
Cocchi Vermouth di Torino Extra Dry - $28.99

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Don't sleep on our barrel picks! We've brought a few out of retirement. Custom Makers Dark Star Series, French Lick expressions, Nulu finish experiments, Wilderness Trail and Four Roses only to name a few!

Calling these our Stomp bottles!

Tonight before Hal's St. Paddy's Day Parade is the traditional Stomp Second Line from Cathead Distillery to Hal and Mal's-Jackson, MS!

A dosey doe selection if you will.

Green Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey

100% Malted Barley

Triple Distilled

Matured in new and refill Bourbon casks and sherry barrels.

Aged 7 and 10 years

The nose is oily and aromatic with spices and floral orchid notes. You get barley and toasted oak throughout.

The palate is full bodied and spicy, subtle cloves, fruity sweet green apples and toasted dark bread. Baking spices and barley to finish.

$78.99

Green Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey:
Chateau Montelena Zinfadel Cask Napa

It's Green Spot finished in Zinfadel wine casks for 12 months from Chateau Montelena in Napa Valley, CA.

This cask finish contributes pomegranate, cranberry, and maraschino cherry to the nose.

To the palate, it donates a dry note to the silky mouthfeel. The finish carries a wine influence that is in perfect harmony with the baking spices of pot still Irish Whiskey.

$85.99

Sláinte!

Today we're doing a three-step-shuffle today as we continue our countdown march to Hal's St. Paddy's Day Parade hosted by Hal and Mal's-Jackson, MS.

Bushmill's 10 Year Single Malt

100% Malted Irish Barley

80°

Triple Distilled; Matured in Bourbon and Sherry Casks

The nose delivers warm, sticky cooked banana and tropical fruit. Baking spices, warm, creamy vanilla, and fruit forward.

The palate is unpredictable with guava, cantaloupe, over-ripe melon, vanilla and citrus peels. The finish is intensely floral and spicy.

$48.99

Bushmill's 12 Year Single Malt

100% Malted Barley

80°

Triple Distilled; Matured in Oloroso Sherry and Bourbon Casks

The nose is subtle dried fruits, vanilla, and distinctive nutty aromas; creamy cashew and sharp, toasted almond.

The palate is fruity and floral with a little poached, cinammon pear and pineapple. A nutty finish with a creamy mouthfeel.

$63.99

Bushmill's 16 Year Single Malt

100% Malted Barley

80°

Triple Distilled; Matured in Oloroso Sherry, Bourbon, and Port Wine Casks

Dark, rich and fruity nose bringing thick aromas of port, raisins, vanilla, with a dark, jammy compote and nutty undertones. Dig a little deeper you, of course, get some fleeting juicy fruit gum and dried strawberries.

The palate is heavy with dark cherry with notes of malt, sweet vermouth, sweet toffee, port, sugary brittle, sherry with a nutty after finish. Subtle with candied grapefruit and red wine throughout.

$132.99

Sláinte!

By order of the Peaky Blinders!

Our second step on the road to the Jackson St. Paddy's Day Parade

Bushmill's LE Prohibition Recipe

92°

100% Malted Barley

You get a soft, buttery floral scent on the nose. Toasted oak, vanilla wafers ending in cracked white pepper. If you dig deep with an inhale you can find hints of smoke, leather and to***co. Bready butterscotch and soft, creamed honey on the finish.

Bread soaked caramel and zesty orange peel pops first on the palate followed by black pepper adding depth and complexity. The finish rounds off with dark butterscotch and smoky graham cracker.

Did I mention it also comes with a flask!

Perfect accesory for a parade goer!

$31.99

Sláinte!

New K. Luke Releases from Jonathan Maisano!

K. Luke Barrel Strength Batch #8

Same ingenious signature blend of low rye and high rye from Indiana and Kentucky that Maisano is known for in batches 1-7.

Perhaps one of the most balanced nose from K. Luke yet. Dried cherries along with ripe peaches and plum with a consistent brown sugar sweetness throughout.

The palate delivers chocolate grenache, toasted vanilla and charred oak. Prominant baking spices on the finish along with fruity apricot and peachy stone fruit.

$121.99

K. Luke Toasted Bourbon Batch # 2

118.2°

The nose brings in sticky strawberries and sugary cherry pie with notes of fresh plum, spiced vanilla and the tell tale aroma of softly charred oak that toasted finishes promise.

The first sip efficiently delivers heavy browned sugar, syrupy demerara, creamed vanilla and subtle minced toffee. The finish is slightly tannic, which balances perfectly with the rich sugary mouthfeel. The lingering taste is ribbons of bruleed oak and candied dried fruits.

$122.99

K. Luke Toasted Rye Batch #2

116.8°

This rye is surprisingly fruity and sweet on the nose. Full of sweet citrus notes like that of raspberry and lemon sorbet, candied orange peel, a touch of honey and baking spices.

First thing you notice is the big, thick mouthfeel. Lots of citrus and vanilla notes followed by a huge punch of oak. Rich toffee and warming baking spices on the finish.

$122.99

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Happy National Espresso Martini Day!

If you want the least effort and most affordable Espresso Martini in celebration of this national holiday, look no further than the Espresso Martini premade for you by Ketel One.

40.2°

$14.99

(two generous martinis in each bottle)

Widow Jane Apple Wood Rye

93°

Aged in 10 year old used Bourbon barrels with apple wood staves and made with Widow Jane's famous limestone water from the Rosendale Mines of New York.

This is one of those fun and delightful products that we get really excited about. Perfect for any rye head, and with the added apple wood element, would please any bourbon aficionado.

On the nose you're greeted with apple blossom, heavy toasted rye bread, baking spices and a hint of fruity smoke.

The palate is strong with baked apple and orange peel; finishing with a peppery rye taste with lingering dried apple and blood orange notes.

Old Fashioneds? Perfect
Manhattans? Strongly suggested
On the rocks or straight up? A must

$51.99

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Dark Arts Barely Legal Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Distilled by MGP in Lawrenceburg, IN; a blend of three barrels by Macauley Minton in Lexington, KY.

At least 6.5 years aged.

Mashbill: 51% corn, 39% rye, 10% malted rye

On the nose you get cinnamon, almond, toasted oak and a hint of mint.

Cinnamon, honey, and cherry come come through strong in the first sip. The finish is burnt rye bread, maple syrup, leather, with traces of leather and to***co.

$109.99

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Happy Valentine's Day!!!

To be released in only a matter of hours!

This is a 10 year, 110° Russel' Reserve Barrel Select, "Deuces" from Wild Turkey.

Nathan McHardy and Bo Bounds traveled to Kentucky and had the painstaking task choosing the right barrel to bring home. Landing on barrel #2, hence "Deuces", this dynamic duo chose a whiskey that contained a low to medium yield before being bottled at 110°, evident in the richness of color as well as the taste.

On the nose you're met right away with a punch of black cherry. Letting the spirit calm in the glass for a short while, the aroma gives way to roasted corn, gooey toffee, oak, and mild vanilla.

The palate almost reflects the nose perfectly. A subtle gasser for 110°. Immediately there's a burst of caramel corn on the front end followed by rich, black cherry, toasted oak with a leathery, honey finish.

This is the first barrel drop off the Fall season, and to me, is exactly what it tastes like. These gentlemen picked a true star of what quality bourbon Russel's Reserve has to offer.

We open at 10am and there's no limit on this gem. Get it while we have it, we expect this one to sell fast!

$79.99

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Only a few days away....