Anthony Messier
Founder, Editor & Writer
Barrel Proof Notes is an independent publication dedicated to bourbon, rye whiskey, and the people, places, and stories behind America’s whiskey culture.
Anthony Messier is the founder, editor, and writer behind Barrel Proof Notes, an independent publication dedicated to bourbon, rye whiskey, and the people, places, and stories behind America’s whiskey culture.
A longtime whiskey enthusiast, Anthony enjoys exploring distilleries, meeting the people who make the spirits, and discovering the history and traditions that make each bottle unique. Through honest tasting notes, distillery visits, interviews, and his Old Route One Whiskey Road project, he shares his experiences with fellow enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike.
His philosophy is simple… Good whiskey is worth discovering, good stories are worth telling, and both are better when shared with friends.
Honest Scores for Your Pours.
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