by Michael Cervin | Oct 19, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
Jefferson’s straight (not to be confused with their Ocean, aged at sea) is a small batch blend of Kentucky straight bourbon whiskies. They do not release their sources (four to five separate lots is the established rumor), the mash bills or the ages of the bourbons... 
by Michael Cervin | Sep 21, 2023 | Rye, Whiskey
Typically, I’m not a fan of finished bourbons or ryes in various flavor-of-the-month barrels, in part because they seem to be in a type of wood not conducive to helping the spirit attain maturity in any meaningful way. I have to say, however, that the Ammunition Rye,... 
by Michael Cervin | Sep 21, 2023 | Liqueur, Tequila
With a lip-smacking viscosity, this liqueur offers light coffee and sweet notes wrapped in a thick dark liquid. The coffee notes are evident, but more coffee candy as opposed to ground coffee. The tequila (a blanco) though mild is still noticeable and supports the... 
by Michael Cervin | Sep 21, 2023 | Tequila
Jose Cuervo is a highly recognizable name in tequila. Recognizable, ubiquitous, reasonably priced can all be attributes to any beverage, however ultimately the real question becomes – is this any good? The main drawback to the Especial is that it is overtly... 
by Michael Cervin | Sep 9, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
Founded by country music star Eric Church, business leader Raj Alva, and created by award-winning blender Ari Sussman, JYSPI Legacy has created its own legacy. This is a blend and instead of blending the grains before fermentation, or sourcing from the typical...
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