Celebrate More September 2026

CELEBRATE MORE!

SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL BOURBON HERITAGE MONTH!

Be sure to check out PAGES 4-5 , for all of this month’s bourbon specials and look for bourbon cocktail recipes throughout the issue, such as this CLASSIC MANHATTAN .

In honor of National Bourbon Heritage Month AND International Bacon Day (Sept 5th), let's make some MAPLE BOURBON BACON!

• 2 oz. Michter’s Rye Whiskey • ¾ oz. Cocchi Dopo Teatro Vermouth • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters • Garnish: Luxardo Maraschino cherry DIRECTIONS In a mixing glass with ice stir together whiskey, vermouth, and bitters with a long mixing spoon until well chilled. Strain into a chilled martini or coup class, garnish with cherry and serve.

DIRECTIONS Bring ¼ cup maple syrup and 3 tablespoons of bourbon to a boil in a saucepan and let cool. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bacon. Bake the bacon at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and brush with maple bourbon; continue cooking for about 10 more minutes or until bacon reaches desired crispiness. Use Maker's Mark for a lighter flavor or Woodford Reserve for a stronger kick.

Want more recipes? Interested in tips for hosting a bourbon tasting? Want to learn how to read a bourbon label? Check out all things bourbon from the Colonial blog using this QR.

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