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August 5, 2021

10 Rare Bourbons and Ryes Worth Hunting Down

Produced in Memphis by B.R. Distilling Company and named for the musical genre made famous in the Mississippi Delta, Blue Note offers several rare bourbons in its lineup.

June 12, 2021

WHISKY WEEKEND

This 17 year old single barrel bourbon is the oldest release from Memphis-based bottler B.R. Distilling, which produces Blue Note.

June 3, 2021

10 Bottles That Prove Bourbon Has Something for Everyone

Butterscotch and maple aromas meet with candied orange peel on the nose. The palate is similarly bold and rich, with creamy caramel and a smoky hint winding into ginger and lemon peel on the exit.

April 2, 2021

Memphis whiskey goes West — we’ll drink to that.

Because by now we’ve all become our own bartenders, because spring has sprung, and because Memphis’ oldest licensed distillery, B.R. Distilling Company, has expanded distribution to Texas, we’re sharing some whiskey and rye cocktails to celebrate whatever you’re celebrating.

March 12, 2021

The 10 Best Tennessee Whiskeys to Drink Right Now

This bourbon is produced by Memphis company B.R. Distilling, which sources its whiskey from both Kentucky and Tennessee distilleries.

March 10, 2021

10 Highest-Scoring Whiskies in the Fall 2021 Buying Guide

Blue Note 17 year old Barrel Proof Straight (Barrel No. 12841), 54.45%

March 10, 2021

The 13 Best Bourbons of 2021

Blue Note Juke Joint Bourbon; $30. Butterscotch and maple aromas meet with candied orange peel on the nose. The palate is similarly bold and rich…

March 9, 2021

Rockin’ Fall Finds

“Crafted in Memphis, this fine bourbon combines the boldness of American whiskey with the sophistication of toasted French oak.”

March 5, 2021

The Best Bourbon Values In America According To San Francisco World Spirits Competition

The San Francisco World Spirits Competition is the oldest spirits competition in the US, dating back to 1980, and the second oldest in the world.

March 2, 2021

The 9 Best Bourbons to Start Your Collection

If you haven’t heard of Blue Note, you’re not alone. This innovative Memphis bourbon company is rather new.