By Richard Thomas Rating: C Port and bourbon are one of those pairings that, when right, can be an absolute home run. Something that elevates the sweetness while controlling that sweetness through tannin and oak, being an easy drinker without veering into dessert whiskey. More often than not, however, the two are used somewhat haphazardly …
Milam & Greene have announced that its limited Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey is now in release at the distillery website, and following through to retailers soon. To produce this Bottled in Bond bourbon, the Milam & Greene team used its signature mashbill featuring malted rye, which offers a richer texture and a slight nuttiness, …
Negociant Lost Lantern Went All Mid-Western Whiskey For Its Spring 2024 Collection. We’ve Round The Entire Batch Up. By Randall H. Borkus Lost Lantern, the independent bottler of sourced whiskeys founded by a former Sales Manager at Astor Wine & Spirits (Nora Ganley-Roper) and a former whisky writer (Adam Polonski) usually presents its single cask …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B- For good or for ill, Templeton is one of the most storied names to come out of the American whiskey boom of the 21st Century. Getting their start as a sourced brand in the 2000s, they spun a story of being inspired by Iowa bootleggers who supplied rye whiskey to… Continue reading Templeton Fortitude Bourbon Review
Barrell Bourbon has earned its place in the hearts of enthusiasts as much for its blending skills and cask strength products as for its praised transparency. Now they’ve taken the former in a new direction with the third installment of their Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series with a Mizunara-finished whiskey. For the newest expression, the …
When Shelter Distilling planted their flag at the base of Mammoth Mountain in California, they did so with passion for adventure. For the last seven years they have been attracting like-minded individuals, coming together to share stories and a well-crafted beverage. With the growing popularity of Shelter Distilling spirits, the team knew they needed to …
Lux Row has reached a special anniversary this year with its 10th release in the Blood Oath series of Kentucky bourbon, this one double finished in Cabernet Franc and Merlot casks. A limited supply of 17,000 cases will arrive at retail this month at a suggested price of $129.99 per 750 ml bottle. As with …
Cultivating emotional resilience is the cornerstone of thriving in life. It’s about more than just coping with the downs. It’s about bouncing back stronger, learning from each experience, and maintaining a joy for things. Below, we review whiskey drinkers’ practical strategies that can fortify your emotional resilience, ensuring you stay sharp, composed, and ready to …
Jeptha Creed, a female-owned craft distillery located in Shelbyville, Kentucky, has unveiled a 6 Year Old Wheated Bourbon. The Jeptha Creed family farm grows renowned Bloody Butcher Corn, also used in this expression, which is a non-GMO heirloom varietal that imparts a uniquely sweet yet nutty flavor profile to Jeptha Creed’s diverse and growing portfolio. …
By Richard Thomas Rating: A- Bourbonola is a nod to the long history of the Lexington Brewing Company. By that, I don’t mean the modern company, which was established in 1999 and is very much a creation of the late period of the Craft Beer 1.0 era. There is an earlier Lexington Brewing Company, one …
