I’ve mentioned before that rye isn’t typically my preference. However, while attending a friend’s event recently, we came across this bottle and decided it would make a thoughtful gift. To our surprise, they opened it immediately and shared a toast with us, giving us the chance to sample it. Curious about how it measured up?…
Category: American Straight Whiskey
LOCAL TO NEW ENGLAND: Tamworth Distilling & Mercantile
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and if your plans take you to New Hampshire, let me tell you about Tamworth Distilling in the charming town of Tamworth, NH. I recently had the chance to visit with friends, it was just a little over two hours from Boston, and this place offers a unique experience….
Jimmy Red Classic Straight Bourbon Whiskey
So, a couple of days ago I tried a whiskey I’d never had before. Honestly, I was thinking, ‘Yeah, this probably isn’t going to be my thing.’ But let’s not jump to conclusions yet—I’ll save my verdict for later. First, let’s talk about the brand behind the bottle. This whiskey comes from High Wire Distilling…
Still Austin “The Artist” Straight Rye Whiskey
This is the second expression I’ve had the opportunity to sample from Still Austin. I’ll start by saying that rye whiskies aren’t typically my go-to, but I was intrigued by this one. This expression is crafted from 100% Texas-grown rye and aged for a minimum of two years. Still Austin is a craft distillery located…
Jim Beam Bourbon and Ginger Ale
Jim Beam has entered the ready-to-drink cocktail scene, and of course, we had to see what the buzz was about. They’ve rolled out two new flavors: Bourbon & Ginger Ale and Bourbon & Cola. I managed to get my hands on the Bourbon & Ginger Ale—so let’s dive in and see how it stacks up….
King’s Creek Black Label Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey
I picked up this whiskey alongside the Lonehand Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey. Like Ellington Reserve Apple Flavored Whiskey, it’s produced by United States Distilled Products Co. in Princeton, Minnesota. So, how does the King’s Creek expression stack up against Lonehand? Let’s find out. Keep reading. Nose: oak, banana and vanilla Palate: vanilla, baking spices and…
Lonehand Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey
Lonehand Whiskey is a brand owned by Dynasty Spirits, though I couldn’t find much information about the company. If you happen to know more, feel free to share in the comments! This whiskey is crafted using the Lincoln County Process, a traditional charcoal filtering method. When I spotted a 50ml mini bottle, I figured—why not…
Bulleit Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Just like that, September is here. To celebrate the long weekend, I treated myself to a few cocktails—one of them being the Bulleit Whiskey Sour. I think it’s one of their newer releases, but feel free to correct me if I’m wrong. Fun fact: whiskey sours were the first whiskey-based cocktail I ever tried and…
Willett Pot Still Reserve
Isn’t this miniature bottle just the cutest? It’s a scaled-down replica of their patented Willett pot still, expertly crafted by Vendome Copper and Brass. I went with the 50ml version — a perfect intro size since I hadn’t tried it before. Let’s dive in! Nose: oak and vanilla Palate: creamy, woody, and vanilla Finish: smooth…
Early Times Kentucky Whisky
Early Times is a whiskey under the Sazerac portfolio, originally crafted in 1860 by John Henry “Jack” Beam. Its name is a tribute to the traditional, old-fashioned methods of whiskey-making. For decades, Early Times held a place of honor as the bourbon used in Mint Juleps at Churchill Downs during the Kentucky Derby—until a change…
Benchmark Bourbon Old No. 8 Brand
At a very reasonable price, I picked up a 100ml bottle of Benchmark Bourbon Old No. 8 Brand—a label proudly produced by the renowned Buffalo Trace Distillery. This bourbon pays tribute to the pioneering spirit of the McAfee brothers—James, George, and Robert—who ventured into what was then uncharted territory, now known as Kentucky. Let’s dive…
Lazy River Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
I recently had the chance to sample this Lazy River bourbon that’s distilled and aged in Kentucky, then bottled by Frank-Lin Distillers Products in California. Beyond that, details are scarce—I couldn’t find any information on the mash bill or the aging period. If you’ve got any additional info on this bourbon—whether it’s the mash bill,…
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