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Still Stirrin’: Wild Turkey, Benny Hurwitz, and a Bourbon Legacy

Two days with Benny Hurwitz became a deeper look at the people, proof, and conviction behind Wild Turkey—and why the brand means so much to me.

August 20, 2026

10 min read

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Old Forester President’s Choice Rye: Was It Worth the Chase?

Old Forester President’s Choice Rye: Was It Worth the Chase?

What happens when you finally taste one of Old Forester’s rarest ryes? Here’s what I found during Trash Panda’s Break Even Bottle Night in Houston.

Frosted Mugs Are for Amateurs

Frosted Mugs Are for Amateurs

Why 'ice-cold' is overrated: what frosted mugs actually do to beer, and how a $5 Duvel served right beats a frozen pint at twice the price.

Blue Corn Isn’t a Flavor - It’s a Choice.

Blue Corn Isn’t a Flavor - It’s a Choice.

Still Austin’s Blue Corn Bottled in Bond proves grain is structure, not flavor. A 100-proof, six-year Texas bourbon built on texture instead of heat.

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