BourbonCon 2026 Deep Dive: Masterclasses, Finds & 9-Bottle Haul

BourbonCon 2026 Recap: Our Favorite Sips, Stories, and Hauls! 🥃 What a weekend in Lexington! We just returned from BourbonCon 2026 (Jan 16-17) at the Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate, and we have so much to share. From elite masterclasses to a table full of new bottles, this was an unforgettable experience for any whiskey lover. In this video, we break down why the $999 Two-Day Platinum Package for TWO was a "heck of a deal." It wasn't just about the whiskey—it included our room, 5 meals (including those killer breakfast and lunch buffets), and exclusive access to the Griffin Vault and the hourly VIP Speakeasy for rare pours. Inside the Glass: * The Masterclasses: Hearing stories from industry legends like Craig Beam (Jackson Purchase) and Owen Martin (Angel’s Envy). * The Education: Tasting "veiled" expressions with Sara Ahlgrim (Dark Arts) and learning the 4-grain story behind Four Branches with Rick Franco. * Pro Tips: Picked up home bartending tricks from mixologist Gabe Briseno. * The Haul: We review our 9 bottle purchases and unique finds like Sailor Smoke Rubs, Bluegrass Bitters, and Toasted Simple syrups. * Bonus Stop: A visit to our favorites at Glen’s Creek Distilling on the way home. Whether you're curious about Jackson Purchase Batch 1, the AI-integrated General Thomas bottle, or the Peter E Hart Smoked Rye, we’ve got you covered. Plus, see the Barrel House Cask Strength Kroger Pick that we almost missed out on! Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just starting your bourbon journey, BourbonCon is an event you need to put on your 2027 calendar! https://www.bourbonconlex.com/ Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for our upcoming individual reviews of every bottle on this table! 🥂 ### **Connect With Us & Support The Journey!** 🥃 **Become a Patron & Get Exclusive Content:** https://www.patreon.com/cw/YourBourbonJourney 🌐 **Visit Our Website:** https://yourbourbonjourney.com/ 🔔 **SUBSCRIBE HERE:** https://www.youtube.com/@YourBourbonJourney?sub_confirmation=1 📸 **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/yourbourbonjourney/ 👍 **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/YourBourbonJourney ❌YOUR BOURBON JOURNEY DOES NOT SELL ALCOHOL❌ 🕒 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:21 Welcome to BourbonCon 2026! 00:45 The $999 Platinum Package: Is it Worth It? 02:16 Masterclass: Craig Beam & Jackson Purchase 02:34 Angel’s Envy & Owen Martin 02:57 Cocktail Secrets with Gabe Briseno 03:37 Dark Arts Blind Tasting with Sara Ahlgrim 04:17 Four Branches: The 4-Grain Marine Corps Story 05:31 The Tasting Hall Experience 07:00 Hallway Gems: Spices, Bitters & Toasted Syrups 11:00 THE BOTTLE HAUL: Reviewing our 9 Purchases 19:13 Road Trip Stop: Glen’s Creek Distilling 20:59 Final Thoughts: See you at BourbonCon 2027! 🚨REMEMBER TO ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY🚨 ❓Questions❓ YourBourbonJourney@gmail.com NOTE: The spirits and items in this overview were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the producers for this. This is simply our opinion. #BourbonCon2026 #BourbonJourney #WhiskeyHaul #LexingtonKY #CraftBourbon #JacksonPurchase #AngelsEnvy #DarkArtsWhiskey #FourBranches #WhiskeyTasting #BourbonLifestyle #KentuckyBourbon #BourbonCon #DrinkResponsibly #ThirstyThursday