The bourbon distillates are aged in a barrel, with oak staves added. Unlike the rye distillate, a clear liquid reminiscent of tequila, and the maturate, which boasted a distinct flavor thanks to ...

seasoned and charred for the staves added to bourbon barrels for finishing. “We were blown away by the enormous impact using Big Green Egg had on our staves,” Gertsakov said. “The way this ...

Its Bourbon Cask & Stave Series Whiskey was awarded the highest marks in the category, earning the title of America’s Greatest Whiskey 2025. Competition director Eric Zandona said 290 whiskeys ...