by Rich Cook | Feb 13, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
This bottle testifies to the validity of the current trend toward finishing whiskey in a second barrel where a little extra outside influence adds an interesting dimension. It’s noticeable here first in the rich red tint to the color, and an aromatic top note of berry... 
by Michael Cervin | Feb 6, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
What makes Willett so good from the outset is that it is unbelievably balanced. “Balance” is the term tossed around by spirits writers, though it’s not clearly defined. For me, balance is about the judicious use of grain, spice, wood and fruit in the... 
by Michael Cervin | Jan 24, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
The term “bib and tucker” originally referred to your best attire, Sunday meeting clothes, for example. That this sourced bourbon’s labeling alludes to it being the finest is not exactly accurate. It’s a solid bourbon, but on a crowded shelf, there are better,... 
by Michael Cervin | Jan 9, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
Blue Note Crossroads is itself at a sort of crossroads – it’s bourbon, therefore a little sweet, but it’s not as aggressive as many other bourbons. It’s a little lighter in style, with less obvious oak influence. This is due to its less than four year aging... 
by Rich Cook | Dec 29, 2022 | Bourbon Whiskey
Give yourself a second to set your palate to this higher proof bourbon. When tasting anything, but particularly high proof spirits, I think of the first taste as a palate prep and don’t pay much attention to it. Then, go in ready to experience everything that is on... 
by Rich Cook | Dec 29, 2022 | Bourbon Whiskey
McKenzie Straight Bourbon Whiskey ($42) This distillery makes all of its whiskeys products from ground to glass, contracting with local farmers for corn and grain, which leads to more control over things like spice level. That idea proves itself out in...
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