Whiskey Reviews
Starlight Sherry Finished Single Barrel Bourbon Review
Indiana’s largest Craft Distiller turns to their winery roots for inspiration.
Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel (California Drammin’) Review
The sweet, folksy harmony of Wild Turkey meets the untraditional vibe of Warehouse E.
Old Forester Barrel Strength Single Barrel Bourbon (Rural Inn, 2020) Review
Indy’s Bourbon Honey Hole picks a Barrel Strength Old Forester single barrel.
High West American Prairie Single Barrel (Big Red Liquors 2019)
A bourbon for the rye whiskey lovers out there.
Fireside Bourbon Single Barrel Review
Mile High Spirits’ bourbon shows what happens when a craft distillery cuts no corners.
Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon Review (2019 Batch 19H1440)
Exposing Michter’s ultra-limited bourbon release for what it really is.
Old Forester 150th Anniversary Bourbon (Batch 1) Review
The first of three unique batches for Old Forester’s 150th Anniversary bottlings.
Sazerac Rye Whiskey Review
Known as “Baby Saz” among enthusiasts, is this rye whiskey destined to be more than a mixer?
Smoke Wagon Straight Bourbon Review
With Smoke Wagon’s booming popularity, not even their entry level bourbon can stay on the shelves.
Jack Daniel’s Barrel Proof Single Barrel Rye Whiskey Review
With the Heritage Barrel now gone, will a barrel proof rye whiskey scratch the same itch?
Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2020 Review
The 20th release of Old Forester’s Iconic bottle.
Barrell Bourbon New Year 2021 Review
A toast to a better year… and Good Riddance to 2020!
Hirsch “The Horizon” Bourbon Review
Resurrecting a brand with a storied past.
Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon Review
Yes, entry level bourbon can be this complex.
Four Roses Barrel Proof Single Barrel Bourbon (Ace Spirits OESO)
A 13 year, 5 month old barrel practically guarantees oak influence in the rarest of Four Roses recipes.
Old Forester 150th Anniversary Bourbon Batch 3 Review
Old Forester’s 3rd Batch of their limited edition 150th Anniversary release.
Jeppson’s Bourbon Review
Dear God, let’s hope there’s no Malort in here!
Old Overholt 11 Year Old Rye Whiskey Review
Where did these barrels come from?!
Pursuit Series #28 Review
Bourbon Pursuit Podcast picks a unique Tennessee Bourbon for this release.
Michter’s 10 Year Single Barrel Rye Whiskey (2020)
How big of a splash can an expensive, highly aged and low proof rye whiskey make?
Barrell Bourbon Batch 026 Review
Barrell’s final bourbon batch of the 2020.
Maker’s Mark Private Selection Review (QBB/NDA pick)
The first collaboration between Quality Bourbons and Barbecue and the Neat Drinker’s Association
Henry McKenna Bottled In Bond Comparison Review
Outwardly similar, these bottles show off that they’re clearly different.
Weller Special Reserve Bourbon Review
Buffalo Trace’s entry level wheated bourbon.
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Review (Batch C917)
When your big brother wins “Whiskey of the Year,” how can you compete?
Wyoming Whiskey Small Batch Bourbon Review
Wild West Whiskey from Wyoming.
Barrell Craft Spirits Armida Review
Barrell’s team creates a finished whiskey that combines all of their favorite aromas and flavors into one bottle.
Backbone Bourbon Single Barrel Review
How well does a 30 gallon barrel speed up the aging process?
Hancock’s Reserve vs. Old Forester Single Barrel (Rural Inn #2 Muddy Waters)
Buffalo Trace’s forgotten label takes on a relic of Old Forester’s Single Barrel program
Big Red Liquors VIP #1 Bourbon Review
Indiana’s largest liquor store releases their first private label.
New Riff Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond Review
New Riff slightly modifies MGP’s rye whiskey recipe, but for better or worse?
High West Rendezvous Rye Whiskey Review (2017)
Is Barton’s Rye Whiskey really as magical as they say it is?
Bardstown Bourbon Company Brandy Barrel Honey Ale Cask
Brandy barrels have a new purpose after aging Honey Ale beer: aging MGP bourbon.
Knob Creek Single Barrel Review – NJBYC
Popeye’s pal wisely borrows money for one of the best values in bourbon.
Michter’s Barrel Strength Bourbon (2018) vs Bomberger’s Declaration Bourbon (2018)
Two identical bourbons. Can Chinkapin Oak barrels really make a difference?
Belle Meade Cask Strength Single Barrel Cognac Finished Bourbon
Does Cognac play nice with Bourbon?
Toasted Barrel Bourbon Comparison: Elijah Craig vs. Michter’s vs. Down Home
As finished whiskey popularity explodes, will the toasted barrel finishing pave the way for more like it?