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Bourbon and Fall Charcuterie Pairings

Bourbon and Fall Charcuterie Pairings: How to Pair Ezra Brooks Bourbon with Autumn-Inspired Flavors

By October 16, 2024 | Lifestyle

Bourbon and Fall Charcuterie Pairings

As the weather cools and fall flavors come into season, there’s no better time to savor bourbon alongside a charcuterie board filled with autumn-inspired ingredients. With their rich, bold, and warming notes, Ezra Brooks bourbons—Ezra Brooks 99, Ezra Brooks 99 Straight Rye Whiskey, and Old Ezra 7 Year—pair perfectly with cheeses, meats, and accompaniments that highlight the best of fall. In this guide, we’ll show you how to create the perfect pairings for a cozy evening or gathering.

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How to Pair Bourbon Whiskey With Your Favorite Gameday Foods

By September 7, 2023 | Entertaining, Lifestyle

Ezra 99 and food

Football season is here, and no matter which team you root for, we can all agree that the best part of gameday is the food and drinks! From wings and nachos to ribs, chili, and tacos. Delicious gameday eats are endless and all equally mouthwatering.   

But let’s not settle for any ol’ gameday fare. Let’s be smarter about our food and drink pairings and make this season the best one yet. Here’s how to pair bourbon whiskey with your favorite gameday foods.     …

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A bottle of Ezra Brooks 99 next to a mint julep cocktail and roses

How to Host a Proper Kentucky Derby Party

By April 21, 2023 | Entertaining, Lifestyle

A bottle of Ezra Brooks 99 next to a mint julep cocktail and roses

Whether you’re a die-hard horse racing fan or you just want a reason to get your friends and family together this spring, hosting a Kentucky Derby party is a fun, festive way to make the most of the “fastest two minutes in sports.” Not to mention, it’s also a great excuse to whip up (and enjoy) a few Mint Juleps while donning your most festive Derby attire. 
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Elevate Your Memorial Day Weekend with Bourbon, Food, and Games

By May 17, 2022 | Cocktails, Entertaining, Lifestyle

Memorial Day Weekend is all about honoring our country’s brave servicemen and women, spending time with friends and family, and welcoming in the warm weather.   …

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Keep It Civil: Gift Ideas for Every Adult in the Family

By December 14, 2021 | Lifestyle

Here at Ezra Brooks Bourbon, we pride ourselves on being civilized. But, we also know that family time can sometimes be anything but. These gift ideas for every adult in the family might just be the key to keeping everyone civil and sane during the holiday season.

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Beyond the Mint Julep-How to Make Classic Kentucky Derby Cocktails

By May 26, 2021 | Cocktails, Entertaining, Lifestyle

Few things are more synonymous together than the Mint Julep and the Kentucky Derby. But, if you’re looking to mix things up on derby day, adding one of these cocktails to the drink menu might just hit the spot.

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5 Cozy Fleeces to Keep the Winter Chill Away

By December 2, 2020 | Lifestyle

Couple wearing North Face fleeces

A crispness in the air, perhaps a fire or two in the hearth — it’s definitely fleece season. But whether you’re still keeping close to home or venturing out on the trails, there’s no excuse not to look sharp while feeling comfy.

Here are five fleeces that combine fashion with function.

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