Kentucky cuisine

Introducing Basil Hayden Toast, A New Style Of Bourbon Marrying Innovation And History In Every Sip

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Monday, August 2, 2021

Expertly crafted by eighth generation Beam family distiller, Freddie Noe, Basil Hayden Toast represents a reimagining of Basil Hayden with the use of a toasted barrel.

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  • Expertly crafted by eighth generation Beam family distiller, Freddie Noe, Basil Hayden Toast represents a reimagining of Basil Hayden with the use of a toasted barrel.
  • In an ever-expanding and often intimidating bourbon market, the light, approachable palette of Basil Hayden Toast offers a fresh perspective.
  • When my grandfather Booker Noe first made Basil Hayden, his intention was always to create bourbon that opened people's minds to what bourbon can be.
  • These intriguing offerings have included expressions such as Basil Hayden Dark Rye, Basil Hayden 10 Year, the limited time release of Basil Hayden 10 Year Rye Whiskey and Basil Hayden Toast.

KFC Foundation Teams Up with SaverLife to Offer KFC Restaurant Employees New Personal Finance Program

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

This program, piloted last year, is designed to help KFC team members build short-term savings and create lasting savings behaviors.

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  • This program, piloted last year, is designed to help KFC team members build short-term savings and create lasting savings behaviors.
  • Eligible employees of KFC corporately-owned and franchisee-owned restaurants can also participate in Savings Match Challenges funded by the KFC Foundation.
  • The KFC Foundation provides the funding and outreach, and SaverLife manages the savings platform and financial rewards for KFC participants.
  • The KFC Foundation, an independent 501c3 non-profit organization, is committed to providing accessible support and development opportunities to KFC U.S. restaurant employees.

Ian Somerhalder's And Paul Wesley's Brother's Bond Bourbon Now Available In 17 States

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

From the bourbon liquid development to the brand identity, packaging, marketing and advertising, Ian andPaulhave been pivotal in every step of producing the bourbon.

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  • From the bourbon liquid development to the brand identity, packaging, marketing and advertising, Ian andPaulhave been pivotal in every step of producing the bourbon.
  • We are so proud of the success of our initialreleaseand are excited to say that this is just the beginning," said Ian and Paul.
  • Brother's Bond Bourbon is elegant and exceptionally smooth, complex, and balanced with a touch of sweetness and spice.
  • The four-grain, high rye bourbon is 65% corn, 22% rye with the percentage of wheat and barley kept a secret.

Knob Creek® Bourbon and The Boardsmith Team Up to Elevate Your Grilling Game

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

CLERMONT, Ky., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Knob Creek Bourbon, a leader in the small batch bourbon category for nearly 30 years, has teamed up with The Boardsmith, one of the most admired makers of butcher blocks in the world, to elevate summer grilling with Knob Creek Bourbon Barrel Grilling Planks.

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  • CLERMONT, Ky., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Knob Creek Bourbon, a leader in the small batch bourbon category for nearly 30 years, has teamed up with The Boardsmith, one of the most admired makers of butcher blocks in the world, to elevate summer grilling with Knob Creek Bourbon Barrel Grilling Planks.
  • Each Knob Creek Bourbon Barrel Grilling Plank is made from genuine barrel wood that was first used to patiently age Knob Creek Bourbon.
  • In recent years, Knob Creek has expanded its rye portfolio, introducing Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Rye Whiskey (115 proof), Knob Creek Cask Strength Rye Whiskey, a limited-edition offering (119.6 proof), and Knob Creek Twice Barreled Rye (100 proof).
  • In 2020, Knob Creek expanded its bourbon portfolio with the introduction of Knob Creek 12 Year Old Bourbon (100 proof) and a limited-edition Knob Creek 15 Year Old Bourbon (100 proof).

Milton Security Announces Monthly Virtual Whiskey Tasting Experience

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Friday, July 23, 2021

BREA, Calif., July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Milton Security, a leading provider of Threat Hunting as a Service, XDR & MDR (MxDR) SOC Services, has announced a monthly whiskey tasting event with CEO and Founder, James McMurry.

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  • BREA, Calif., July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Milton Security, a leading provider of Threat Hunting as a Service, XDR & MDR (MxDR) SOC Services, has announced a monthly whiskey tasting event with CEO and Founder, James McMurry.
  • The events will be held on the third Friday of each month at 16:00 PST and will include a curated flight of whiskey samples and a virtual tasting event.
  • During the event, McMurry will walk participants through the whiskey flight tastings and offer a chance to network and discuss a range of topics.
  • "Everyone knows I'm passionate about whiskey, bourbon in particular, cybersecurity, and my hatred of beets," said James McMurry, CEO of Milton Security, who goes by the handle of WhiskeyHacker on his social media accounts.

US fast-food brands making little progress on chicken welfare standards

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

The other half (Starbucks, Subway, Burger King, and McDonald's) ranked in the 'making progress' tier but no company has risen as a leader in chicken welfare in the US market.

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  • The other half (Starbucks, Subway, Burger King, and McDonald's) ranked in the 'making progress' tier but no company has risen as a leader in chicken welfare in the US market.
  • "It is alarming that companies like KFC are committed to advancing the welfare of chickens in some countries but not others.
  • "None of the chains scored 'good' or 'leader' ranking in the US and overall progress from past years' reports has been minimal.
  • To learn more about the Better Chicken Commitment that will improve the welfare of billions of chickens visit, https://www.worldanimalprotection.us/help-give-chickens-better-lives .

KFC España Launches Mobile Payments with Nuvei and Judopay

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

The partnership with Nuvei and Judopay will allow KFC Espaa to provide seamless mobile payments for its customers throughout its almost 150 branches in Spain.

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  • The partnership with Nuvei and Judopay will allow KFC Espaa to provide seamless mobile payments for its customers throughout its almost 150 branches in Spain.
  • By using Judopays mobile payment solutions, customers of KFC Espaa will benefit from seamless and touch-free payments.
  • Nuvei will provide acquiring services for KFC Espaa with its extensive network of acquirers throughout Europe and ability to easily onboard franchisees.
  • To adapt to the franchise model of KFC Espaa, Nuvei created bespoke documentation, pricing and sub-account management.

KFC España Launches Mobile Payments with Nuvei and Judopay

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 15, 2021

The partnership with Nuvei and Judopay will allow KFC Espaa to provide seamless mobile payments for its customers throughout its almost 150 branches in Spain.

Key Points: 
  • The partnership with Nuvei and Judopay will allow KFC Espaa to provide seamless mobile payments for its customers throughout its almost 150 branches in Spain.
  • By using Judopays mobile payment solutions, customers of KFC Espaa will benefit from seamless and touch-free payments.
  • Nuvei will provide acquiring services for KFC Espaa with its extensive network of acquirers throughout Europe and ability to easily onboard franchisees.
  • To adapt to the franchise model of KFC Espaa, Nuvei created bespoke documentation, pricing and sub-account management.

Maker's Mark® Bourbons Earn Top Honors at Spirits Industry's Most Prestigious Tasting Competitions

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

The Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series 2020 Limited Release received "Spirit Gold" with 96 points at IWSC and its 2021 counterpart, the Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series 2021 Limited Release: FAE-01 earned its own "Gold" at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC).

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  • The Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series 2020 Limited Release received "Spirit Gold" with 96 points at IWSC and its 2021 counterpart, the Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series 2021 Limited Release: FAE-01 earned its own "Gold" at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC).
  • The classic Maker's Mark portfolio also impressed, with its Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon being awarded a "Double Gold" medal at the SFWSC, the competition's highest medal tier.
  • In recent years, Maker's Mark has introduced thoughtful, super-premium innovations to its portfolio, including Maker's Mark 46, Maker's Mark Cask Strength and Maker's Mark Private Selection, the brand's first-ever custom barrel program.
  • Maker's Mark, Maker's Mark Cask Strength and Maker's Mark 46 Bourbon Whisky, 45-57% Alc./Vol.

Roku Brand Studio and Maker’s Mark® Bourbon Premiere “The Show Next Door”

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

I had a great time building this show with Roku and Makers Mark, and Im excited its now available for everyone to enjoy!

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  • I had a great time building this show with Roku and Makers Mark, and Im excited its now available for everyone to enjoy!
  • The Show Next Door will be available to stream for free on The Roku Channel and across Makers Mark social channels.
  • Starcom USA, which oversees media on behalf of Makers Mark, developed the partnership alongside Roku and Makers Mark.
  • In recent years, Maker's Mark has introduced thoughtful, super-premium innovations to its portfolio, including Maker's Mark 46, Maker's Mark Cask Strength and Maker's Mark Private Selection, the brand's first-ever custom barrel program.