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Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse CNB

Today is a special day. Not only is it Turkey Day, but this marks my 400th blog post. How about that? And I can’t think of a better whiskey to review than Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse CNB. Enjoy! dj Believe it or not, it’s been three …

Mary Dowling Winter Wheat Bourbon Review

By Richard Thomas Rating: B Before tackling this wheated bourbon, a word about Mary Dowling Whiskey Company generally is in order, especially since their internet presence is currently limited to a Facebook page and write-ups like this one. The name Kaveh Zamanian should be a familiar one to Kentucky bourbon industry watchers, as he is …

After Two Year Wait, Michter’s Releases 20 Year Old Bourbon

For the first time since 2022, Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson have approved the release of Michter’s 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon. “It’s always a special event for us at Michter’s when we bottle and release some whiskey that is over two decades old,” commented Michter’s President Joseph J. Magliocco. …

Josh Bourbon Barrel Aged Zinfandel Review (2022)

By Richard Thomas Rating: C+ Whiskey barrel aged wines are now very much a thing, so much like beer, the absence of a whiskey barrel aged wine poses the question of why they have not delved into the practice. You know a thing is a fixture when its not being there is sometimes more interesting, …

NEW RELEASE: 2024 Michter’s 20 Year Bourbon, Last Being 2022

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For the first time since 2022, Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson have approved the release of Michter’s 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Quick Facts “It’s always a special event for us at Michter’s when we bottle and release some whiskey that is over two decades old,” commented Michter’s President Joseph […]

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Kentucky Spirit: Camp Nelson Comparison

One question I’ve received more than any other this year is … Is Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit dead? Despite what my 2019 article might lead you to believe, Kentucky Spirit is alive and well.  So why the confusion? This year Campari introduced a new labe…

Maker’s Mark Appoints New Master Distiller

Maker’s Mark, the iconic Kentucky bourbon driven by the pursuit of better flavor and a better world, has announced Dr. Blake Layfield as the brand’s next Master Distiller and Beth Buckner as lead blender. “Visionary leadership has been a critical and consistent factor in the success of Maker’s Mark, from the moment Bill Sr. and …

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