“Adventurous” is one of the last words I’d use to describe Kentucky rye whiskey. Historically speaking, this style has clung … More
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Wild Turkey 101 (2024) Scoresheet & Review
Your average long-time whiskey consumer is no doubt accustomed to their favorite bottle receiving slight facelifts over the years. Sometimes, … More
Just the Sip: Elijah Craig Small Batch Review
If there’s one thing whiskey marketers love, it’s a good story. And when it comes to bourbon, few stories feel … More
Just the Sip: Four Roses Small Batch Review
Four Roses has long been near to my heart. More specifically, Four Roses Small Batch was what I considered my … More
Just the Sip: The Glenlivet 12-Year Review
Scotland has no shortage of distilleries denoted by the words “the” or “glen.” Or both. Although a small factor in … More
Russell’s Reserve 13-Year (2021) Scoresheet & Review
Something strange happened to Wild Turkey between 2020 and 2021. The Lawrenceburg distillery, often the target of woe for people … More
Just the Sip: Dewar’s White Label Review
Few brands in the vast realm of blended whiskies stand out as much as Dewar’s. Although Diageo hold the crown … More
NKD Whiskey Alternative Scoresheet & Review
I feel like there are two sides to my interest in spirits. The more prevalent one likes to indulge and … More
Johnnie Walker Black Label Scoresheet & Review
It’s easy to develop tunnel vision when becoming more passionate about a hobby. Whisky is no different. And when it … More
Just the Sip: Wilderness Trail 7-Year Bottled in Bond Rye Review
Wilderness Trail co-founder Pat Heist (aka “Dr. Pat”) is known for being partial to wheated bourbon. Likewise, when I visited … More
Just the Sip: Crown Royal Review
Even to the whiskey casual, Crown Royal requires no introduction. The widely known backstory of Samuel Bronfman creating it as … More
WhistlePig PiggyBack 6-Year Rye Scoresheet & Review
The subject of cocktails can be tricky when the launching point is distilled spirits. More specifically, when bottles are marketed … More