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NBA Champ Stephen Curry is Releasing a Bourbon With the Help of Boone County Distilling Co.

The whiskey is launching in June at Boone County Distilling Co.'s gift shop.

May 25, 2023 at 10:47 am

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Gentleman's Cut Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Soon a new Kentucky bourbon will hit the shelves, thanks to a partnership between a Northern Kentucky distillery and an NBA legend.

Four-time NBA champion and two-time MVP Stephen Curry is launching his own spirit, Gentleman's Cut Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The bourbon was a joint venture between Curry's SC30 Inc., Napa Valley’s Amuse Bouche Winery owner John Schwartz and Florence’s Boone County Distilling Co.

A bourbon that was years in the making, Gentleman’s Cut's name is a nod to the art of crafting a good spirit, as well as to Curry’s skillful movement on and off the court, says the release.

"Celebrations take on many different forms, from intimate gatherings to major milestones, and at the center of each memorable moment is a spirit rooted in history and tradition," Curry said in a press release. "I'm proud to have helped carefully craft a new signature Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Gentleman's Cut. This rich, complex and bold bourbon is the perfect offering to commemorate life's great occasions, and will be part of a raised-glass toasting moment in the lives of my fans, friends and family."

Curry was involved in Gentleman’s Cut in every step of the crafting process, including the manufacturing, blending, aging, packaging and marketing. At the heart of the label is a personal message from him.

The bourbon is distilled, aged and bottled in Boone County. It’s first distilled in 500-gallon copper pot stills, which gives it a “full-bodied palate and complex aromatic profile,” says the release. Following that, it’s aged for five to seven years in charred new white oak barrels, providing tasting notes of cinnamon, seared caramel and sweet toasted chestnut.

"In close collaboration with Stephen, we produced a high-quality aged bourbon offered at a great value that will resonate with bourbon connoisseurs and help grow the craft bourbon category to our global audience," Schwartz said in the press release.

Boone County Distilling Co. says Gentleman’s Cut will launch in their gift shop in June. It will also be distributed nationally by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and will retail for $79.99.

Boone County Distilling Co., 10601 Toebben Drive, Florence. More info on Gentleman's Cut: gentlemanscutbourbon.com.

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35 of Our Favorite Greater Cincinnati Bars and What to Order There

Sundry and Vice18 W. 13th St., Over-the-Rhine, sundryandvice.com These bartenders are nothing short of artists working in the medium of booze. Grab a spot at the bar and be mesmerized watching them create drinks with equal parts precision and passion. The cocktail menu organizes your choices as “Fresh & Playful,” “Light & Elegant,” “Lively & Restorative” and “Spirit Forward & Timeless.” Good luck narrowing it down. What to order: I can’t resist a Penicillin; whether or not it’s on the current menu, the bartenders will make a killer version of this classic combo of blended Scotch, ginger, honey and lemon. Night Cure, a bourbon drink, also has been a standout here since day one. (PM)

Bar Saeso1208 Sycamore St., Pendleton, barsaeso.com Bar Saeso offers a transportive experience in Pendleton. Stepping through the skinny front doors into the petite space feels a bit like you’re stepping into a different city — a different country — entirely. Replete with flickering candles, exposed brick, plenty of plants and a terracotta color palette, it very much gives an old-world Barcelona vibe. Co-owner Christy Wulfson once told CityBeat, “Everyone who walks in here [says] it reminds them of somewhere they’ve been, and no one ever says the same place — Argentina, Mexico City, Lisbon, Rome, all across the globe.” What to order: The Condesa. Named after the hip La Condesa neighborhood in Mexico City, this drink is smoky, spicy and sweet featuring mezcal, lemon, hot honey and a Tajin-dusted orange slice. (MZ)

Somerset139 E. McMicken Ave., Over-the-Rhine, somersetotr.com Somerset is basically a giant urban oasis in Over-the-Rhine. It has two indoor bars — a cozy library-lounge and a large light-filled conservatory — but the main attraction is the back patio, which boasts a collection of the owners’ architectural treasures collected from across the globe. It feels like a Moroccan riad, with unique seating areas like out-of-commission tuk-tuks. What to order:The cocktails are made with house-infused spirits, like peach-Thai basil vodka, and all are delicious. But the mocktail menu is equally unique. The Ziggy Stardust is a favorite, with coconut milk, pineapple, lime and hibiscus. (MZ)

Alcove 1410 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine, madtreebrewing.com/alcove MadTree’s renovation of the historic Wielert’s Café in Over-the-Rhine — where legendary Boss Cox once manipulated local politics in the 19th century — takes a step beyond the Oakley brewery’s crowd-drawing beers with some great specialty cocktails as well as smashes and sangrias. Alcove offers three distinct spaces: an indoor bar and lounge with a phenomenal wall of living foliage; an outdoor patio with trees, string lights and widely-spaced tables; and a glassed-over, year-round Greenhouse Bar. In addition to drinks, the food menu has lots of shareables and snacks. What to order: You can’t go wrong with a negroni — gin, sweet vermouth and Campari, with an orange peel garnish. (RP)

Mecca1429 Walnut St., Over-the-Rhine, meccaotr.com The original OTR garden bar with plants everywhere. Nestled between buildings on 15th Street, you’d miss it if you didn’t know it was there. It’s a relaxing, secret hideaway in the early evening hours but comes alive at night, attracting crowds of in-the-know revelers. Staffed by artists and musicians, colorful surrealist art covers the walls inside and the vibes are immaculate. What to order: The signature drink is the Chunker, an airline-sized mini-bottle of liquor inverted in the mouth of a can of fizzy water, served with a straw. Try 1800 Silver Tequila in a can of orange San Pellegrino, or keep it classic with vodka and LaCroix. (BC)

Junker’s Tavern4156 Langland St., Northside, facebook.com/northsidecincy Junker’s is the center of the universe, or at least the center of the Cincinnati rock-and-roll universe. Luckily, it is mostly untouched by time and trends. It is also one of the best live-music venues in the city and has one of the best jukeboxes. What to order: Anything — it’s all cheap; cash only with heavy pours and cheaper prices. A classic lager will work nicely, or, if you’re feeling adventurous, a Stella Artois or Grolsch. Anything will complement a re-listen of The Stooges’ Fun House on the jukebox. (BS)

Coppin’s Restaurant & BarHotel Covington, 638 Madison Ave., Covington, hotelcovington.com Coppin’s, located in the boutique Hotel Covington, has a glamorous, modern bar that manages to boast an approachable vibe with serious mixology flair. The seasonal drink menu is always distinctive and innovative. This summer, the bar staff picked five ingredients out of a hat and each employee had to use the spontaneous list and an assigned spirit to craft a one-of-a-kind cocktail. Every drink name is locally inspired, a complement to the locally-sourced ingredients. What to order: The Monmouth Mango is a refreshing lavender- and nectarine-infused gin concoction with a lavender-sugar rim. A bite from the mango skewer finishes the crisp and fruity but not-too-sweet drink. (KG)

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Katherine Barrier

Katherine Barrier is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati’s journalism program and has nearly 10 years of experience reporting local and national news as a digital journalist. At CityBeat, she oversees the digital and social media strategies, edits web and print content and writes for the dining and arts...