by Rich Cook | Mar 7, 2024 | Bourbon Whiskey
Bold and spicy, this “Rare Character” bourbon brings both elements to bear in a totally satisfying package. I’d guess a fairly high Rye content here, and it keeps the emphasis on the spice in a way that folds the spirit in seamlessly. A fine cigar seems a natural... 
by Rich Cook | Mar 7, 2024 | Bourbon Whiskey
Garrison Brothers has made a niche for themselves with their white corn based bourbons. I’ve always been partial to white corn, whether it be on the cob or popcorn, and I imagine that might have something to do with why I like this bourbon when I generally stay away... 
by Michael Cervin | Feb 15, 2024 | Bourbon Whiskey
Buffalo Trace produces a vast array of bourbons and this, their standard offering, is relatively inexpensive in the bourbon world, doing an admirable job at a conservative price. Initially there is a forward brown sugar note, with apricot, resin, light peach, burnt... 
by Rich Cook | Jan 10, 2024 | Bourbon Whiskey, Uncategorized
Hinterhaus Calaveras Cask Finished Bourbon Batch #17 ($49) Review – When it comes to bourbon, most of the artistry comes after the distilling is done. Here, distiller Nate Randall selected different lots of bourbon with different mash bills, blended... 
by Rich Cook | Nov 29, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey, Liqueur
Liqueur is an interesting category – in some ways, it’s a catch-all space for fortified beverages of just about any type, at proof levels that can vary from fifteen to over forty percent alcohol. I’ve done some limoncello making at home, and it’s great fun to play... 
by Michael Cervin | Nov 9, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
Popular though it is, this is still a very nice bourbon. There is a definite sweetness to the overall approach, but it’s kept in check by typical bourbon notes of caramel, butterscotch, vanilla, cinnamon, light resin, citrus zest, and sandalwood. There is some heat at...
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