Tag: bourbon
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Hibiki Harmony Scoresheet & Review
A passing glance at my content is all it takes to see where my whisk(e)y preferences lie. That may not be surprising, given how copious and relatively affordable options for American whiskey are. Yet they make a world of difference for the ever-curious drinker that I am. I do still…
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Old Carter Single Barrel (13-Year, Barrel #70) Scoresheet & Review
In my review for a 12-Year Old Carter Single Barrel, I commented that it’s a brand I’ll keep my eye out for, should distribution ever expand to my state. At the same time, I had a tough time outright recommending a purchase, least of all without trying beforehand. The big…
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Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Scoresheet & Review
Woodford Reserve has always struck me as an ideal crowd-pleasing whiskey for more traditional drinkers. There’s both a simplicity and elegance to their marketing, be it the font and logo, bottle designs, or even just images of their distillery. That appeal was enough to stick with me, since Woodford Reserve…
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Old Carter Single Barrel (12-Year, Barrel #19) Scoresheet & Review
Old Carter is a name I’ve heard people drop every now and then. It’s a fairly recent brand, being the latest passion project for Mark and Sherri Carter, a wine-versed couple who initially worked for Kentucky Owl. Now they’re doing their own thing with the Old Carter brand. Their focus…
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Early Times Bottled in Bond Scoresheet & Review
Every location is subject to the woes of whiskey distribution. Some go bonkers when they find any version of Weller (even at markup), others can walk into gas stations any day of the week and buy a case. As a Floridian, I’m at a point where inconsistent availability and pricing…
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Wild Turkey Forgiven Scoresheet & Review
Finding a previously released limited edition whiskey collecting dust on shelves is a bizarre, yet ultimately exciting experience. In some ways it feels like discovering a time capsule, even if said bottle was originally released only about five years ago. Add to that the booming popularity of American whiskey and…
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Ancient Ancient Age Scoresheet & Review
There’s a lot of whiskey out there. So much so that some company websites can miss a brand or two in their admittedly expansive portfolios. One example of this is Ancient Ancient Age from Buffalo Trace, which carries the number 10 on the label to callback the days when it…
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George T. Stagg (2020) Scoresheet & Review
George T. Stagg is a name that will make any bourbon fan’s ears perk up like a soon-to-be-walked dog. It is arguably the most popular expression in the collective beast that is the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC), thanks in no small part to its high proof, age, rarity, and…
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Redbreast 12-Year Scoresheet & Review
It is March, which means now is the perfect time to talk about Irish whiskey. And what better Irish whiskey to talk about than the deservedly beloved Redbreast? The first time I tried Redbreast was at a bar in Sarasota. I made the 12-year my warmup, and let’s just say…
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Stagg Jr. Batch 14 Scoresheet & Review
Around this time last year, I tried Stagg Jr. for the first time. It was a procured sample of batch 13 that I split into two separate pours, mostly to double-check my thoughts. By the time I finished my second pour, I frustratedly declared it my favorite whiskey. Fast-forward a…
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Jim Beam Repeal Batch Scoresheet & Review
A common point of contention for whiskey enthusiasts is the impact of chill filtration. The overly simplified version is this: Subject the whiskey to freezing temperatures, thereby removing cloudiness and residue from the final, bottled spirit. Some claim this process results in a less robust drinking experience, while others believe…
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Larceny Scoresheet & Review
I have an odd history with Larceny. It was one of the first brands I reached for when acclimating to neat pours, and let’s just say my impressions weren’t overly enthusiastic. Despite this, I’ve revisited it more than other expressions, so why do I keep coming back? In a word:…
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