Over the past decade, bourbon has gone from a relatively niche American whiskey to one of the most sought-after spirits in the world. What used to be an affordable everyday pour has become increasingly expensive, harder to find, and in some cases almost mythical. Walk into many liquor stores today…
Introduction: Is the Golden Age of Bourbon Fading? There was a time—not too long ago—when finding a bottle of Blanton's or Weller was as rare as winning the lottery. Shelves were bare, lines formed outside liquor stores, and whiskey enthusiasts watched secondary market prices soar. The bourbon boom had officially…