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At BourbonObsessed.com we love bourbon. However, we love all whiskeys, too! On these pages, you will find all of our Whiskey Reviews, including bourbons, ryes, American Single malts, starting with the most recent. While we focus mainly on American whiskey, we do have a few reviews of international expressions, as well. To see only our bourbon reviews, or only our rye reviews, click one of these links: Bourbon Reviews / Rye Whiskey Reviews. Finally, to see a list of all of our bourbon, rye and other whiskey reviews on one page, click this link: List of All Bourbon, Rye and Other Whiskey Reviews.
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Two Stacks Double Irish Cream Liqueur Review
Two Stacks Double Irish Cream showcases rich cream, noticeable but not overbearing whiskey, and pleasant balance—whether sipped neat or in an Irish Coffee. Want to learn more? Read our full review!
Bardstown Bourbon Company Normandie Calvados Brandy Barrel Finish Bourbon Review
Bardstown Bourbon Company’s latest Distillery Reserve release, Normandie, blends 12 and 13 year-old bourbons with Calvados and toasted-oak finishes. Curious how it tastes? Read my full review to find out!
Does Chinquapin Oak Make A Difference? Let’s Taste The New Grain to Glass Chinquapin Oak Bourbons and Rye From Heaven Hill and Find Out! – Review
Heaven Hill’s inaugural Grain to Glass Specialty Barrel Series swaps traditional American white oak for Chinquapin oak to mature its bourbon, wheated bourbon and rye. The result? A surprising amplification of fruit, sweetness and spice that shifts familiar profiles. Read on for our full review to see the remarkable ways that the Chinquapin barrels transform each whiskey!
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch C925 Review
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon returns with Batch C925, the youngest release in the series to date. At 129 proof with a 9-year, 1-month age statement, this one offers a somewhat different balance of flavors than many past batches. Read our full review to learn all about it!
Oaklore Story Series Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished Four Grain Bourbon Review
Oaklore Distilling’s latest Story Series release brings a subtle but flavorful Oloroso sherry finish to its four grain bourbon—layering dark fruit, gentle spice, and a touch of dry oak without overwhelming the base whiskey. Read our full review to see how this limited-edition bourbon stacks up!
Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged 2025 Review
Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged returns for 2025 with an 11-, 13- & 14-year blend of bourbons that underwent their final maturation in the distillery’s limestone cellar. It’s richer, deeper, and more full of character than classic Maker’s Mark Bourbon. Read our full review to learn all about it!
Southern Star American Single Malt Whiskey Review
Southern Distilling Company steps into the American Single Malt spotlight with its first release under the Southern Star label. It is aged six years and bottled at cask strength. Read our full review to see what it’s like!
Laphroaig Elements 3.0 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
Laphroaig’s latest experimental whisky, Elements 3.0, was born from an unexpected kiln fire at the Islay distillery. The result is a bold single malt that explores how one event can shape flavor and character in surprising ways. Read our full review to learn more about this unique release.
Milam & Greene Provisions Bourbon Review
Milam & Greene Provisions Bourbon combines Kentucky heritage with Texas aging for a rich, fruit-forward 80-proof whiskey full of flavor and body. Read my review for all the details!
A Taste of Five of Cedar Ridge Distillery’s Iowa Bourbons and American Single Malts
Cedar Ridge Distillery has been crafting whiskey in Iowa since 2005, blending local grain, their winemaking roots, and creative finishing. We explore five of their standout releases—two American Single Malts and three bourbons—in our latest review. Read on to see how each one measures up!
Wheel Horse Narragansett Baltic Porter Beer Barrel Finished Bourbon Review
Wheel Horse Baltic Porter Beer Barrel Finished Bourbon unites two brands with a 19th-century heritage —Wheel Horse Whiskey and Narragansett Beer—in a limited collaboration. Finished in Baltic Porter barrels, this 101-proof bourbon highlights the effects of the heavily roasted malt on the whiskey. Read our full review to learn what it’s like!
Blue Note Honey Rye Cask Review (2025)
Blue Note is back at it with another release of their much-anticipated Honey Rye Cask Whiskey. After last year’s release sold out quickly, they knew if had to bring it back for another run again this year! Read our review and find out how it compares!
Woodinville 9 Year Bourbon Review
Woodinville 9 Year Bourbon celebrates the distillery’s 15th anniversary and is its oldest release to date. Aged in heavily toasted, lightly charred barrels and bottled at 100 proof, it’s a rich and complex whiskey worth exploring. Read our full review to learn more!
15 STARS Artisan Collection 12 Year Bourbon Review
15 STARS Artisan Collection Bourbon blends 12- and 15-year straight bourbons from Kentucky and Indiana, bottled at 109 proof. With only 1,290 bottles released, it’s a limited edition worth exploring. Read on to learn all about it!
Angel’s Envy 10 Cask Strength Bourbon Review (2025)
Angel’s Envy 10 Cask Strength Bourbon marks the brand’s first age-stated release—aged a cumulative decade, first in new American oak and then in port wine barrels, it was then bottled at 122.6 proof. Read onward to learn all about it in our review!
Doc Holliday 8-Year Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish Bourbon Review
The legendary John Henry “Doc” Holliday, a Georgia-born dentist turned gunslinger, is best remembered for his deadly aim and loyalty to Wyatt Earp during the infamous gunfight at the O.K. Corral. The World Whiskey Society has resurrected his name on a whiskey label. Does this offering, aged for 8 years and finished in Oloroso Sherry casks, live up to his legacy? Read our review to find out!
Town Branch Overproof Kentucky Straight Whiskey Review
Town Branch Overproof Kentucky Straight Whiskey brings together bourbon, wheated bourbon, double oak bouron, and rye in one approachable 104-proof blend. At about $40, it’s a flavorful, full-bodied pour that punches above its price point. Learn more in Ray’s full review!
Bernheim Original Barrel Proof Wheat Whiskey Batch C925 Review
Bernheim Barrel Proof Batch C925 is a standout release—not just for its flavor, but for its rare labeling error. Bottled at 118.4 proof and aged 7–9 years, this full-bodied wheat whiskey delivers fruit, spice, and depth. Learn more in our full review.
Sagamore Spirit 10-Year-Old Rye Review
Sagamore Spirit 10-Year-Old Straight Rye Whiskey is the brand’s oldest release to date. Distilled in Indiana and blended and bottled in Maryland at 110.8 proof, this limited release showcases the depth of a mature rye whiskey. So, what’s it like? Learn all about it in our full review!
Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Wheated Bourbon Review (2025)
The 2025 Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Wheated Bourbon continues the distillery’s grain-to-glass project using locally sourced Kentucky grains including a unique corn hybrid. Learn more about how this bourbon was crafted from seed to bottle, and find out what’s it’s like in my full review!
Angel’s Envy Peated Cask Rye Review
Angel’s Envy Peated Cask Rye brings together Kentucky rye and Islay peat in a bold, distinctive expression proofed with petit eaux. Learn more in our full review.
Middle West Spirits Dark Pumpernickel Rye Review
Middle West Spirits Dark Pumpernickel Rye is a 4-grain straight rye whiskey made with dark pumpernickel rye and aged at least four years. Learn more about this unique whiskey in our full review.
Chicken Cock Miller’s Reserve American Whiskey Review
Chicken Cock Miller’s Reserve American Whiskey pays tribute to founder James A. Miller’s barrels which were lost in the 1860 sinking of the A.O. Tyler. This 115-proof blend is crafted from whiskeys distilled in four Ohio River states. Learn more in our full review.
Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series 13 Review
Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Discovery Series 13 takes the art of blending to a new level with its first-ever double-barreled release. Finished in both American and Hungarian oak, this richly layered bourbon delivers mature notes well beyond its age. Read on to find out what makes Discovery 13 a standout in the series — and why it’s one to savor.
The New Whiskey Row Bourbons – Reviews and all the Details
In 2025, Whiskey Row introduced three new bourbons: Triple Wood, Bottled in Bond, and Cask Strength. Read on for full tasting notes and product details.
Kentucky Owl Batch 13 Bourbon Review
Kentucky Owl Batch 13 is the final bourbon blended by Master Blender John Rhea before his retirement. Combining 4- to 9-year barrels, this release balances youthful sweetness with mature oak depth. Read our full review to learn more about this limited edition bourbon!
Heaven Hill Master Distillers Unity Bourbon Review
A 34-year-old bourbon — the last from the original Heaven Hill Springs Distillery — joins younger stocks in Master Distillers Unity, a once-in-a-generation release. Read our review to learn more!
Two Stacks Single Grain Double Barrel Irish Whiskey Review
Have you ever tried an Irish Grain Whiskey? Maybe you should!
Two Stacks Irish Whiskey is a surprise find in the world of Irish whiskey. You may think of Irish Whiskey in only the traditional pot still style, but with double barrel finishing in both used bourbon and sherry casks, and consisting primarily of a single grain, it drinks differently than what you’d expect. Read our review to find out more about it!
Larrikin Cigar Lounge Bourbon Review
Finished in five distinctive casks — Cognac, Amburana, Jaca, Madeira, and Maple — Larrikin Cigar Lounge Bourbon delivers a bold, complex profile crafted for pairing with a fine cigar, or even just enjoying on its own. Learn more about this unique release in our full review.
Jacob’s Pardon Cask Collective 16-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished Whiskey Review
Jacob’s Pardon 16-Year Oloroso Sherry Cask-Finished Whiskey combines an uncommon 99% corn mash bill with an unusually low 96.5 proof. Finished in 50-year-old sherry casks, this release offers a profile unlike most American whiskeys. Read our review to learn more!
Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Old Bourbon Review (2025)
After a year off, Russell’s Reserve 13 Year Old is back. Bottled in Spring 2025 at a barrel proof of 123.8 and aged at least 13 years, this limited release could be a Bourbon of the Year contender. Find out more in our review!
Old Forester 1910 Extra Extra Old Bourbon Review
Old Forester The 117 Series 1910 Extra Extra Old is back with Batch 002! Aged 24 months in heavily charred secondary barrels and bottled at 93 proof, this limited Old Forester release brings rich confectionary notes along with noticeable barrel flavors and char. Learn all about it in my review!
Old Forester 2025 Birthday Bourbon Review
The 2025 Old Forester Birthday Bourbon was distilled from a sweet mash and bottled at 92 proof after 12 years of aging in Warehouse K. Highly anticipated each September, this year’s edition offers a different profile than I expected. Find out why in my review!
Old Louisville The Kentucky Series Bourbon Review
The Kentucky Series by Old Louisville Whiskey Co. showcases sourced bourbon from Bardstown Bourbon Co., aged 8.5 years and bottled at 100 proof. With a mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley, this release combines balance, approachability, and flavor in a way that should appeal to a broad range of bourbon fans. Read on to learn more!
Brother’s Bond Bottled in Bond Bourbon Review
Released in October 2024, Brother’s Bond Bottled in Bond Bourbon is a 7-year, 100 proof, Kentucky straight bourbon made with a distinctive mash bill of 51% corn, 39% rye, and 10% malted rye. Distilled by MGPI and bottled by Brother’s Bond Distilling, this unique recipe sets it apart. Learn more about this enjoyable, layered bourbon in our full review!
Angel’s Envy Cellar Collection Vol 5 Review (2025)
Angel’s Envy Cellar Collection Vol 5 (2025 release) takes rye whiskey in a new direction with a French oak extra añejo tequila barrel finish. Citrus-forward, and surprisingly seamless, it’s a pour worth exploring. Read my full review to learn all about it!
Cajun’s Cut Cask Strength Bourbon Review
Distillerie Acadian’s Cajun’s Cut Cask Strength Bourbon reflects Louisiana’s hot, humid climate with bold character at a relatively young age. Crafted from a four-grain mash bill, this straight bourbon is bottled uncut at 114.4 proof and aged at least three years. Read our full review to see if this could be your next pour!
Ten Day Toasted Oak Bourbon Review
Ten Day Toasted Oak Bourbon is a 7-year, single-barrel Kentucky straight bourbon finished 7 months with toasted French oak staves and bottled at 100 proof. Its flavor is a bit of a roller coaster from fruit and floral to dry, spicy and smoky. Read our full review to get all the details!
15 STARS First West Toasted Oak Finish Bourbon Review
15 STARS First West Toasted Oak Finish Bourbon blends 5–7-year-old Kentucky straight bourbons, including the brand’s own heritage corn distillate, and finishes them with two different toasted oak profiles. It’s bottled at 98 proof in 15 STARS’ history inspired blue glass bottle. Read our full review to learn more!
The 8 Best Bourbons and Ryes For Summer Sipping
Even though it’s August, there are still quite a few hot summer days ahead. Let’s take a look at some bourbons and ryes that are well-suited for balmy weather.
World Whiskey Society Green Code Bourbon Review
The World Whiskey Society’s newest expression, Green Code Straight Bourbon, features low impact packaging to accompany the Kentucky Bourbon inside. Offering a claimed 84% reduction in carbon footprint impact compared to standard bottling, the interesting package concept is sure to catch your eye. Is the 96 proof Bourbon inside as compelling and unique as the bottle it’s in and worth the $49.99 SRP? Read our review to find out!
Wheel Horse Barrel Master Select Barrel Proof Bourbon Review
Wheel Horse Barrel Master Select Barrel Proof Bourbon marks the brand’s first barrel proof small batch release, offering bold flavor, high proof, and exceptional value at just $39.99. Aged 5–6 years and bottled non-chill filtered at 112.6 proof, this limited run of only 2,100 bottles won’t be around for long. Read our full review to see why it’s a must-try for barrel proof bourbon fans.
Loch Lomond 12-Year-Old Perfectly Balanced Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
Loch Lomond 12-Year-Old Perfectly Balanced Single Malt Scotch Whisky reflects this Highland distillery’s innovative spirit, from its unique straight-neck pot stills to its in-house cooperage. Matured in a mix of re-charred American oak, first-fill, and refill bourbon casks, this award-winning approachable whisky balances bright fruit and citrus, spice, and subtle peat. Read our full review to learn more!
Glen Scotia 10-Year-Old Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
Glen Scotia 10-Year-Old is a classic Campbeltown single malt aged in first-fill bourbon barrels, offering the region’s hallmark maritime influence. One of just three remaining Campbeltown distilleries, Glen Scotia has been producing whisky since 1832. Read our full review to learn more!
Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch B525 Review
Since its debut, Larceny Barrel Proof has been a polarizing whiskey with some finding it too astringent while others fully embracing the boldness offered by this often 125+ proof wheated Bourbon. However, this release stands out with a much lower proof than normal at “just” 117.4 making it the second lowest proof ever in its history. Let’s find out if that lower proof helps or hurts this release!
Keeper’s Heart 21 Year Old Irish Single Malt Finished in Tokaji Barrels Review
Keeper’s Heart 21 Year Old Tokaji Finished Single Malt is made from rare Cooley Distillery whiskey, aged over two decades, then finished in Tokaji wine casks. With only 130 bottles available, this limited release is one to savor. Read our full review to learn more.
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch B525 Review
Once a highly sought after Bourbon, recent releases of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof have lingered on store shelves for weeks or even months. But, with its comparatively older age statement (11 years 6 months) and higher proof (126.2), does Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch B525 deserve more attention? Let’s find out!
Little Book Chapter 9 “None for Granted” Review
Little Book Chapter 9 “None for Granted” blends five whiskies—bourbons and a rye aged 7 to 11 years—into a bold, layered sip. Rich caramel, sweet cherry, and hot cinnamon lead the way, followed by a dry, spicy finish with lingering dry oak, spice and warmth. Want to explore this complex, flavorful blend? Read our full review!
Heaven Hill Grain To Glass Rye Review – 2nd Edition – 2025 Release
The 2nd edition of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye (2025) is crafted from locally grown grain, a unique Beck’s corn hybrid, and a mash bill that sets it apart from Heaven Hill’s flagship ryes. That, along with a low barrel entry proof and barrel strength bottling, contributes to a distinctive flavor profile, with more fruit, richer flavors, and vibrant cinnamon spice. Read our full review to learn all about it!
Redemption 18 Year Old Bourbon Review
Redemption 18 Year Old Bourbon is the latest addition to the brand’s Ancients Series, and it’s a rare one—with only 2,400 bottles available. This well-aged whiskey delivers mature, integrated flavors of dry oak, toffee, cherry, spice, and leather, all wrapped in a lingering, warming finish. Is it worth the hunt? Read our full review to find out!
Bardstown Bourbon Company Hokkaido Mizunara Oak Review
Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Hokkaido Mizunara Oak blends 9- to 18-year-old bourbons and finishes them for 28 months in rare Japanese oak barrels. The result is a bold, dry, and spicy pour with notes of toffee, cherry, and hot cinnamon. Curious how it compares to the first Bardstown Distillery Reserve Series release? Read our full review to find out!
Green River US Army 250th Anniversary Bourbon Review
Green River Army 250th Anniversary Bourbon is a 111.1 proof Kentucky straight bourbon made from a unique mashbill of 77% corn, 14% rye, and 9% malted barley. This limited-edition release commemorates the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary and is a small batch blend of 4- to 7-year-old barrels. It’s available at Army bases, select retailers, and Green River locations, with a portion of proceeds supporting soldiers and their families. The bourbon offers a fruit-forward profile with evolving spice and a dry, warming finish. Read our full review to learn all about it!
Oaklore Story Series: Port Cask Finish Rye Whiskey Review
Oaklore Story Series Port Cask Finish Rye is a North Carolina-made whiskey that balances dark stone fruits and jammy notes with a dry, mildly spicy finish. Finished for up to 18 months in mature port barrels, this rye showcases how well a port cask finish can complement the spice and herbal character of a rye whiskey. A nuanced and enjoyable pour with flavors that meld beautifully — discover all the details in our full review!
Deadwood Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review
Deadwood Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a light, flavorful sipper from Proof and Wood. At just 81 proof and around $25, it overdelivers for the price. With notes of sweet caramel, oak, vanilla, and a surprising viscosity, this “American Table Whiskey” is an easy pick for casual pours and a great option for those seeking a lower-proof bourbon with real character. Read our full review to learn more!
Tumblin’ Dice Bourbon Review – A Flavorful, Easy-Sipping MGP Blend from Proof and Wood
Tumblin’ Dice Bourbon, a 100-proof small batch bourbon from Proof and Wood, blends about 20 barrels of MGP bourbon into a well-balanced pour. At just $35, it’s an easy-drinking whiskey with enough character to satisfy both everyday bourbon fans and high-proof enthusiasts. Read our full Tumblin’ Dice Bourbon review to learn more about this satisfying value pour.
Roulette Rye Whiskey Review
Roulette Rye from Proof and Wood is a 95/5 MGP rye blend offering sweet cherry, peppery spice, and subtle ginger notes—all for just $30. Its approachable flavor and smooth character make it a great option for both dedicated rye fans and those just starting to explore the category. Read our full Roulette Rye review to see why this value pour might be worth a spot on your shelf!
Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve Malt Whisky Review
Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve Malt Whisky is a blend of hand-selected malt whiskies aged in ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks, then finished for six months in Umeshu plum liqueur barrels, adding a distinctive layer of sweet fruit notes. This Japanese whisky delivers bright, sweet flavors balanced by tart citrus, subtle oak, and a hint of mild smoke. It’s a vibrant, well-crafted whisky that fans of nuanced, sweeter, and layered Japanese whiskies will appreciate. Read our full Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve Malt Whisky review to learn more!
MaltyVerse x Green River Distilling – A Wreck in Kentucky Bourbon Review
MaltyVerse x Green River Distilling “A Wreck in Kentucky” is a 6-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon crafted from a 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley mash bill, and bottled at 96 proof. Paired with the MaltyVerse’s comic book theme, this limited single barrel release offers light-bodied yet classic bourbon flavors of caramel, honey, and stone fruits with a pleasantly long finish. While priced above Green River’s standard offerings, fans of the MaltyVerse theme — and bourbon enthusiasts in general — will likely find it an enjoyable pour. Read our full A Wreck in Kentucky Bourbon review to learn more!
MaltyVerse x MB Roland – No Pressure Whiskey Review
MaltyVerse x MB Roland “No Pressure Whiskey” is a 5-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon that combines MB Roland’s rich pot still character with the MaltyVerse’s immersive comic book theme. Distilled from a mash bill of 78% corn, 17% rye, and 5% malted barley, this bourbon delivers a full, sweet profile with syrupy cornbread, dark berries, and a dry, spicy finish. While the comic-themed release may catch casual drinkers off guard, fans of bold, pot-distilled whiskey will find plenty to enjoy. Read our full No Pressure Whiskey review to explore this unique fusion of spirits and storytelling!
15 STARS Founder’s Reserve Rye Review – A Complex Blend of Fine Aged Rye Whiskeys
15 STARS Founder’s Reserve Rye is the brand’s most mature rye blend to date, combining straight rye whiskeys aged 8, 9, 13, and 14 years distilled in Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee. This whiskey delivers a refined, mature and evolving flavor profile where citrus, softened rye spice, and hints of dark fruit, confectionary notes and mature oak come together in a contemplative, slow-sipping pour. With impressive layering and complexity, this rye showcases the blending expertise that has become a hallmark of 15 STARS. Learn all about it in our review!
Bourbon Rabbi 8 Year Single Barrel Rye Review
Bourbon Rabbi 8 Year Single Barrel Rye is a well-aged Kentucky straight rye whiskey, distilled and aged at Bardstown Bourbon Company and bottled by the Bourbon Rabbi. This kosher-certified whiskey offers a balanced and flavorful profile, with sweet and tart citrus, spice, and a pleasantly dry finish. With solid complexity and depth, it’s an enjoyable pour for rye whiskey fans. Read our full Bourbon Rabbi 8 Year Rye review to learn more!
Chicken Cock Ryeteous Blonde Review (2025)
Chicken Cock Ryeteous Blonde marks the return of a well-received 2020 release, brought back by popular demand. Chicken Cock’s core rye whiskey is finished in blonde ale barrels from Goodwood Brewing and bottled at 100 proof. The flavor profile blends malty sweetness, rye spice, and citrus into a balanced pour with a pleasantly dry finish. While it’s a fitting choice for a “Ryeteous Summer,” its well-rounded character makes it enjoyable any time of year.
Romulan Cask Strength Whiskey By Star Trek Spirits and Stellum Spirits Review
Star Trek Spirits Romulan Cask Strength Whiskey is a bold, high-proof expression blended by Stellum Spirits and packaged in an eye-catching Romulan Ale bottle. While collectors may be drawn to the Star Trek branding, seasoned whiskey drinkers who enjoy barrel-strength pours will find plenty to appreciate inside. Read our full Star Trek Spirits Romulan Cask Strength Whiskey review to learn more!
Romulan Rye by Star Trek Spirits and Stellum Spirits Review
Star Trek Spirits Romulan Rye is a bold, cask strength whiskey blended by Stellum Spirits and bottled in an eye-catching Romulan Ale-style bottle. It delivers a citrus-forward flavor profile with a balance of sweetness, spice, and dry oak. With its high proof and bold character, this rye is best suited to whiskey drinkers who enjoy higher-proof pours. Star Trek fans may be drawn in by the collectible packaging, but those accustomed to barrel-strength whiskey will find the liquid inside equally worth exploring. Read our full Romulan Rye review to learn more!
RD1 Sister Cities Whiskey Review
RD1 Sister Cities is a limited edition Kentucky straight whiskey that honors Lexington’s sister cities through a complex oak finishing process. A blend of 5-year bourbon, 7-year bourbon, and 8-year rye, it is matured in American oak and finished with both French Oak and Japanese Mizunara. The result is a complex, well-balanced pour with spice, fruit, candy and spicy wood notes. Read our full RD1 Sister Cities Whiskey Review to discover how the blending and finishing of this unique expression comes together.
MB Roland Old 2nd District Bottled in Bond Bourbon Review – Full Rich Pot Still Flavor
MB Roland Old 2nd District Bottled in Bond Bourbon is a grain-to-glass, pre-Prohibition style Kentucky Straight Bourbon double distilled in pot stills and aged 4 1/2 years. Crafted from locally sourced white corn, rye, and malted barley, this 100-proof bourbon delivers rich, full-bodied flavor with layers of fruit, spice, candy syrups and subtle oak. Complex and full bodied, it highlights the unique character of pot still bourbon. Read our full MB Roland Old 2nd District Bourbon Review to learn why this Bottled in Bond release will please any pot still bourbon fan!
Sagamore Spirit 7 year Cask Strength Rye Review
Sagamore Spirit 7 Year Cask Strength Rye is a 123-proof Maryland-made whiskey crafted from a blend of high-rye and low-rye mash bills, all triple distilled and aged for seven years. Produced grain-to-glass at the Sagamore Spirit Distillery in 23-barrel batches, this non-chill filtered rye is hand-bottled and made with 100% non-GMO corn in the low-rye component. The result is a bold yet balanced whiskey, with rich, spicy complexity and a long, warming finish. Read our full review to learn about this flavorful rye!
Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Bourbon 2nd Edition Review (2025)
Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Bourbon 2nd Edition 2025 continues the distillery’s commitment to crafting bourbon from the ground up. Introduced in 2017, the Grain to Glass project partners with family-owned Peterson Farms and Beck’s Hybrids to create unique Kentucky-grown grains, while the 2025 release also supports Farm Rescue through the new Family Farms First initiative. This year’s edition features a 6-year-old, barrel-proof bourbon with a high-rye mash bill and a distinctive flavor profile. Curious how it all comes together in the glass? Read our full Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Bourbon 2nd Edition Review to learn more!
Oaklore Four Grain Bourbon Review
Oaklore Four Grain Bourbon is a small batch bourbon produced at sister distilleries in Kentucky and North Carolina. The bourbon blends 5–6-year-old wheated and rye bourbon barrels, which are re-barreled for secondary aging in North Carolina’s Piedmont region. The result is a balanced and approachable 92-proof bourbon with layered notes of fruit, spice, oak and tannins that deepen with time. Oaklore Four Grain Bourbon is a great option for those who enjoy complexity at a lower proof. Read our review to learn all about it!
Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond Spring 2025 9-Year-Old Bourbon Review
The Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond Spring 2025 9-Year-Old Bourbon is the 15th release in Heaven Hill’s elegant decanter series. Featuring a balanced profile with classic bourbon flavors including dark cherries, light caramel, tart citrus, dry oak, and some spice in the finish, this release has a slightly lighter body than many of the prior releases. Nevertheless, it is quite an enjoyable pour.
High N’ Wicked Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey Review
High N’ Wicked Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is a 5-year-old rye distilled at New Riff Distilling in Newport, Kentucky, bottled at 98.2 proof and priced at around $80. This rye delivers a bold, complex flavor profile with good structure, and the intensity that rye lovers crave. Read all about it in our review!
Ship’s Bell Blended Bourbon Review
Ship’s Bell Blended Bourbon Whiskey from Veritable Distillery in Connecticut blends a 3-year-old Kentucky bourbon with Veritable’s own American Single Malt, resulting in a fruit-forward whiskey with evolving flavors and a surprising amount of depth for its 86 proof. With notes of peaches, tart orange, caramel, and lingering spice, this thoughtfully crafted blend stands out for its full flavors at a very approachable proof. If you’re curious about how this young distillery is making a mark with their first bourbon release, be sure to check out our full review.
The Senator Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey Review
The Senator Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey is a minimum 5-year-old rye whiskey from Proof & Wood Ventures. It is distilled in Indiana, bottled at 112-121 proof and priced at around $80. With layered flavors including orange, rye spice, and hot pepper, and a long finish marked by sweet candied orange, this whiskey stands out for its balance, complexity, and bold character. It’s an exceptional pour that delivers both richness and warmth. Read more in our review!
Westward x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask American Single Malt Review
Westward x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask American Single Malt is made with a “double stouting” process. The end result is a rich, full flavored, delicious whiskey. Learn all about it in our review!
Westward Whiskey Cask Strength American Single Malt Review
Westward Whiskey Cask Strength American Single Malt is a full bodied, complex, multilayered whiskey, distilled grain to glass in the Pacific Northwest. Learn all about it in our detailed review!
Larrikin Rosewater Bourbon Review (2025 Release)
Larrikin Rosewater Bourbon is a 86-proof blend of 5- and 6-year-old Kentucky straight bourbons, proofed down with house-brewed rosewater tea and priced at $70. While its rosewater component may sound unconventional, the result is a well-integrated bourbon with a soft, floral character and an overall balanced, pleasant flavor profile. It’s a unique and enjoyable pour, well suited to warmer weather.
The Cabinet Barrel Proof Blend of Straight Whiskeys Review
The CabinetBarrel ProofBlend of Straight WhiskeyProof: 112.52MSRP: $110Proof and Wood Ventures, IncReview Please enjoy our review of The Cabinet Barrel Proof Blend of Straight Whiskeys by Ray Marcano! A terrific blend of rye and bourbon means this whiskey has something for everyone.…
Buzzard’s Roost Signature Double Oak Bourbon Review
Buzzard’s Roost Signature Double Oak Bourbon develops in an unexpected way, with flavors that start off quite subtle and gradually become richer and more pronounced. Made from a 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley mash bill, and finished in custom toasted and lightly charred barrels, this 100-proof bourbon highlights the brand’s unique approach to secondary maturation. With a $45 price point and a flavor profile that evolves in the glass, it’s a solid addition to the Buzzard’s Roost lineup.
Star Hill Farm Whisky From Maker’s Mark Review (2025)
Star Hill Farm Whisky marks a bold new chapter for Maker’s Mark as the brand releases its first new mashbill in over 70 years — and its first-ever wheat whiskey. Made without corn and crafted from estate-grown wheat, this cask-strength, limited-edition whisky represents a radical departure from the consistent flavor profile Maker’s Mark is known for. With a blend of two wheat-forward mashbills and a commitment to regenerative agriculture, Star Hill Farm Whisky also becomes the first spirit to carry the new Estate Whiskey Certification. It’s a distinct offering that sets itself apart from anything else in the Maker’s Mark portfolio.
Copper & Cask 20 Year Hazmat Cigar Blend Whiskey Batch 10 Review
Copper & Cask 20 Year Hazmat Cigar Blend Whiskey is a bold, high-proof release from the brand’s Small Batch Series. Blended from 15 Canadian Whiskey barrels aged over 19 years and finished in Armagnac and Tawny Port casks, it’s bottled at a whopping 145.2 proof. Rich flavors of butterscotch, chocolate, caramel, orange peel, and peppery spice create a deep and evolving profile, albeit with noticeable heat. Learn all about this delicious high proof whiskey in our review!
Kentucky Wildcask Bourbon Review
Kentucky Wildcask Bourbon is the inaugural release from the University of Kentucky’s James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits. Crafted as part of the Commercialization of Distilled Spirits Course, this limited-edition, non-chill filtered bourbon blends three Kentucky bourbons aged 4.5 to 8 years. Bottled at 100 proof, it offers evolving flavors of cherry, cinnamon, orange peel, and white pepper with a long, warming finish — a strong first effort from the next generation of bourbon makers.
Brush Creek Rye Review
Brush Creek Rye is a straight rye whiskey blended at Brush Creek Distillery in Saratoga, Wyoming, using two Indiana-sourced mash bills. Aged 4–6 years and non-chill filtered, the whiskey has a derived mash bill of 87% Rye, 8% Corn, 5% Barley. It’s bottled at 94 proof, and priced at ~$58. If you enjoy a well-blended Indiana rye with both minty and citrus notes, some spice and a drying finish, then you’ll want to give this rye a try.
Brush Creek Bourbon Review
Brush Creek Bourbon is a four-grain, non-chill filtered straight bourbon whiskey blended at Brush Creek Distillery in Wyoming. Crafted from a mix of Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee bourbons aged 4–13 years and proofed with pure snowmelt water from the Snowy Mountain Range, Brush Creek Bourbon brings sweet fruity notes as well as some spice and a drying finish.
Minden Mill American Single Malt Whiskey Review
Minden Mill American Single Malt Whiskey is a true ground-to-glass estate whiskey. It is produced entirely on site, from the grains through the final whiskey. The flavor profile is fruit forward, making this a very enjoyable pour, a bit reminiscent of an Irish Whiskey.
Minden Mill Rye Whiskey Review
Minden Mill Nevada Straight Rye Whiskey is a 94-proof, estate-produced rye crafted by Minden Mill Distilling in Nevada’s Carson Valley. It is made from 100% estate-grown grains and pure water, sourced from a well fed by Sierra Nevada snowmelt. The rye is aged four years in both new American and French oak barrels with a #3 char. The unique mash bill features 80% rye, 10% wheat, and 10% malted barley. In addition, Minden Mill Rye is aged in a climate-controlled rickhouse tied to a weather station in Nelson County, KY. Its blended and bottled on site.
Minden Mill Nevada Straight Bourbon Review
Minden Mill Nevada Straight Bourbon Whiskey is crafted from a four grain mash bill using 100% estate grown 60% Earthtone Heirloom corn, 20% Rye, 10% Barley, 10% Oats. Aged for four years, it has classic bourbon flavors, with just the right amount of dry oak, fruit and spice. It’s a very enjoyable pour, which I think will please most bourbon fans.
McLaughlin 3799 Bourbon Review
McLaughlin 3799 Bourbon is distilled, aged and hand-bottled at McLaughlin Distillery in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. It is crafted from a mash bill of 100% corn, and aged a minimum of 5 years in 10 gallon barrels. While the dry spicy oak from the barrel is definitely evident, it is not overpowering and is well balanced with the bourbon’s sweeter flavors. If you enjoy a well-made small batch craft bourbon with noticeable, but not overpowering dry spicy oak, then you’ll want to give this bourbon a try.
Old Elk Slow Cut Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review
Old Elk’s Slow Cut Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey represents the evolution of Old Elk’s original Straight Bourbon. This bourbon features a high malt mash bill, and is contract distilled at MGP. After maturation, Old Elk’s unique “Slow Cut” process gradually proofs the whiskey down over extended time to preserve flavor. It’s bottled at 88 proof and priced around $40, and is a very enjoyable pour. Both the proof and price point make this a great buy.
The Representative Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review
From Proof & Wood Ventures, The Representative Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey is an MGP-sourced bourbon that is blended in batches of approximately 20 barrels. It is non-chill filtered, and bottled at barrel proof. Aged a minimum of four years and priced at around $50, Ray found this bourbon to be a solid, higher proof option at a reasonable price point.
Jack Daniel’s 10 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey Review (Batch 4)
Jack Daniel’s10 year OldTennessee WhiskeyBatch 4Proof: 97SRP: $84.99 / 700mlReview Please enjoy our Jack Daniel’s 10 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey Review! Aged Series Jack Daniel’s Aged Series currently features 10, 12 and 14 year old Tennessee Whiskeys. Jack Daniel’s 10…
Jack Daniel’s 12 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey Review (Batch 3)
Jack Daniel’s12 year OldTennessee WhiskeyBatch 3Proof: 107SRP: $94.99 / 700mlReview Please enjoy our Jack Daniel’s 12 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey Review! The Aged Series Jack Daniel’s Aged Series currently features 10, 12 and 14 year old Tennessee Whiskeys. Jack Daniel’s…
Jack Daniel’s 14 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey Review (Batch 1)
Jack Daniel’s14 year OldTennessee WhiskeyBatch 1Proof: 126.3SRP: $149.99 / 700mlReview Please enjoy our Jack Daniel’s 14 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey Review! Jack Daniel’s Aged Series Jack Daniel’s Aged Series currently features 10, 12 and 14 year old Tennessee Whiskeys. For…
15 STARS Three Ports Bourbon Review
15 STARSThree PortsKentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyFinished in Tawny, White & Ruby Port Casks105 ProofSRP: $179.99Review Please enjoy our 15 STARS Three Ports Bourbon review! “A MARRIAGE OF FINE AGED KENTUCKY BOURBONS FINISHED IN SELECT TAWNY, WHITE, AND RUBY PORT CASKS,…
Old Steelhouse Blueprint Series Batch 002 Bourbon Review
Old Steelhouse DistilleryKentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyBlueprint SeriesBatch 002Aged 5 years105 proofSRP: $80Review Please enjoy our Old Steelhouse Blueprint Series Batch 002 Bourbon Review! Old Steelhouse Distillery History The T.W. Samuels Distillery originally started in 1844, then closed during prohibition, and…
Veritable Distillery Releases Ship’s Bell Bourbon
Press Release Veritable Distillery Debuts, Bottling The Spirit(s) Of New EnglandConnecticut-Based Distillery Revives Centuries-Old Techniques with the Launch of Ship’s Bell Bourbon & Southwick’s American Gin Read our Veritable Distillery Ship’s Bell Blended Bourbon Review! Veritable Distilling Unveils First Two…
Blue Note Crossroads Bourbon Review
Blue NoteCrossroads Straight Bourbon Whiskey100 ProofMSRP: $44.99Review Please enjoy our Blue Note Crossroads Review by Laura Becker! Blue Note Juke Joint Bourbon Distilled in Kentucky but “Crafted” in Memphis by B.R. Distilling Co. Founded in 2018, Blue Note expressions are…
Blue Note Juke Joint Bourbon Whiskey Review
Blue NoteJuke JointStraight Bourbon Whiskey93 ProofMSRP: $34.99Review Please enjoy our Blue Note Juke Joint Bourbon Whiskey Review by Laura Becker! Blue Note Juke Joint Bourbon Distilled in Kentucky but “Crafted” in Memphis by B.R. Distilling Co. Founded in 2018, Blue…
Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Review
DrumshanboSingle Pot StillIrish WhiskeyThe Shed Distillery86 ProofMSRP: $65.99Review Please enjoy our Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Review! The Shed Distillery The Shed Distillery, located in Drumshanbo, County Leitrim, Ireland, was founded in 2014 by P.J. Rigney. Situated in rural…
Muff Irish Whiskey Review
The Muff Liquor CompanyIrish WhiskeyPeat-SmokedTriple DistilledRecipe No / 0386 ProofMSRP: $37.99/700ml Please enjoy our Muff Irish Whiskey Review, from the Muff Liquor Company! The Muff Liquor Company The Muff Liquor Company, of Muff in County Donegal, Ireland, was founded in…
Keeper’s Heart Irish + American 110 Proof Whiskey Review
Keeper’s HeartIrish + American Whiskey110 ProofMSRP: $44.99/700mlReview Please enjoy our Keeper’s Heart Irish + American 110 Proof Whiskey Review! “A Unique Blend of High Proof Irish Whiskeys and American Rye Whiskey for A Remarkable Drinking Experience” – Front Label Produced…
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