by Rich Cook | Apr 18, 2025 | Bourbon Whiskey
With all the high proof Bourbon out there (some of the best are made by this same producer) it’s nice to have solid lower proof options for sipping or cocktailing when balance is important to you. This is perfectly suited for use when either Bourbon or Rye is called... 
by Rich Cook | Apr 18, 2025 | Bourbon Whiskey
It’s always educational to taste a bourbon that hasn’t been cut – you get a clear picture of what happens in the cask, with everything set in sharp relief. With something like this particular bombastic character, try it neat first to get all the pure corn and rye... 
by Michael Cervin | Apr 10, 2025 | Bourbon Whiskey
Barrell has long produced an excellent line of unique, blended whiskies and bourbons. As one of their least expensive whiskies, Dovetail delivers the quality you should expect. The nose is initially a light rum note, followed by traditional whiskey notes. Sourced from... 
by Michael Cervin | Mar 14, 2025 | Bourbon Whiskey
Three Chord was begun by musician Neil Giraldo (Pat Benatar band mate) and aims to trying to capture music in brown spirit form. To a large degree, Giraldo has had much success with earlier expressions. This collaboration with the Allman Brothers uses their “Eat a... 
by Michael Cervin | Feb 21, 2025 | Bourbon Whiskey
It’s obvious that the sweetness in this bourbon is slightly accelerated – and if you didn’t know this was finished in honey coated barrels, you would still know that something different has transpired other than the usual cask finish. All in all this is a nice... 
by Michael Cervin | Feb 21, 2025 | Bourbon Whiskey, Uncategorized
What sets this apart is the unusual harmonious balance between sweet and depth. Even the color, a darker than usual golden brown, is more like very old Cognac. From the outset the sweet is evident, though not potent, and it is immediately followed by deep, rich notes...
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