Michter's Toasted Barrel Walk-Up Opens July 11

Franklin walks through the week ahead while it's still quiet. Michter's Fort Nelson is running a walk-up release of the Toasted Barrel Finish 2026 — July 11 through 13, $59.99, no reservation required — and prior Fort Nelson programs haven't restocked once weekend inventory clears. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof D926 hit TTB last Sunday and pre-allocation windows are opening at retailers now, following the same 72-hour burn rate as C926. Four Roses 2026 Limited Edition Small Batch is still in pre-allocation at $139.99, but Brent Elliott's recipe reveal in late July will compress that window fast. And on July 24th, the North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition hosts a "Best of" tasting at Antoine's Restaurant in New Orleans — 24 top-scored products, one evening, during Tales of the Cocktail week.