by Michael Cervin | Jul 19, 2022 | Rye, Whiskey
In 2013 Barrell Craft Spirits launched in Louisville, Kentucky and it was somewhat unconventional at the time. Instead of building their own distillery, the decision was made to blend what they felt were “exceptional” casks from established producers, then bottle... 
by Michael Cervin | Jul 19, 2022 | Bourbon Whiskey
Tennessee’s Stillhouse really excels as a blender, or for someone who is new to American bourbon, this would be a fine introduction. The mash bill includes corn, rye and barley. It’s light enough in style with a hint of sweetness that it doesn’t overwhelm the palate.... 
by Michael Cervin | Jul 6, 2022 | Whiskey
A soft nose that provides hints of wheat, sweetness and caramel notes leads into a very expressive whiskey that proudly uses wheat as the star of its mash bill. Here the grainy wheat fills the palate with soft notes and allows the wheat to shine through supported by... 
by Michael Cervin | Jul 6, 2022 | Tequila
When looking at an extra Añejo what you’re always looking for is the remnant of blue agave. Cierto offers you noticeable blue agave but still expresses itself with the wood aging as a partner. There is a smoky wood element to this, but there was also the herbal notes... 
by Michael Cervin | Jul 6, 2022 | Gin
One of the most alluring noses in the gin world happens to be inside your glass as you first sniff this. Clean, fresh and vibrant, the sharp focus of juniper mint, citrus all work together so when that first sip occurs, you’re already hooked. It’s subtle, refined, and...
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