{"id":1711,"date":"2023-05-09T00:34:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-09T05:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/?p=1711"},"modified":"2023-05-09T00:40:00","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T05:40:00","slug":"bourbon-club-of-arkansas-earns-platinum-at-the-ascot-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/index.php\/2023\/05\/09\/bourbon-club-of-arkansas-earns-platinum-at-the-ascot-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Bourbon Club of Arkansas Earns Platinum at the ASCOT Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Gary Penna \u2014 May 9, 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bourbon Club of Arkansas (BCA)<\/strong> has officially made its mark on the national whiskey stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After quietly submitting the Old Forester Barrel Strength<\/strong> pick titled \u201cI\u2019m Your Barrel Proof\u201d<\/em>, Justin Pierce<\/strong> and BCA entered the barrel into the prestigious ASCOT Awards<\/strong>. The results are in \u2014 and the entry earned a Platinum Award<\/strong>, one of the highest honors given by the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his announcement, Gary Penna shared the pride felt across the club, emphasizing that this recognition validates the palates and dedication of BCA\u2019s tasting team. Competing against professionally produced and nationally distributed spirits, the award confirms what Arkansas bourbon enthusiasts already knew: this was a special barrel and a standout selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This achievement places BCA firmly \u201con the map,\u201d showcasing that a passionate, community-driven bourbon club can stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the best spirits in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Congratulations to everyone involved in this award-winning barrel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Source: Gary Penna – May 9 2023<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83e\udd43 About the ASCOT Awards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The ASCOT Awards<\/strong> (American Spirits Council of Tasters) is a highly respected spirits competition that evaluates whiskey, bourbon, rye, rum, vodka, gin, and other distilled spirits through blind tasting<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key details about the ASCOT Awards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Judging is conducted blind<\/strong>, with no branding or producer information disclosed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Evaluations focus on aroma, flavor, balance, complexity, and finish<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Awards are tiered, with Platinum<\/strong> representing near-perfect or exceptional spirits<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Entries include craft distilleries, major producers, and private barrel selections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Earning a Platinum Award is a strong indicator that a spirit not only meets industry standards, but exceeds them \u2014 resonating with experienced tasters on a national level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \ud83c\udfc5 From a private barrel pick to a Platinum Award, this recognition cements BCA\u2019s reputation for exceptional taste and thoughtful selection.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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