Tag: dickel

  • George Dickel Rye Scoresheet & Review

    George Dickel Rye Scoresheet & Review

    Theoretically, George Dickel Rye is the perfect product to throw people off. Many consumers associate the Tullahoma distillery with its Tennessee whisky (bourbon), which has a reputation for tasting a certain way. It’s to the point that whenever people see a bottle of sourced whiskey that says, “Distilled in Tennessee,”…

  • Milam & Greene Single Barrel r/bourbon Pick Scoresheet & Review

    Milam & Greene Single Barrel r/bourbon Pick Scoresheet & Review

    Milam & Greene doesn’t necessarily spring to mind when I think of barrel picks. Given the staff’s background, blending and batching would seem more up their alley. Yet as anyone who’s done a blind tasting can attest, whiskey and surprises (good or bad) can often go hand-in-hand. Case in point:…

  • George Dickel Bourbon Scoresheet & Review

    George Dickel Bourbon Scoresheet & Review

    Few debates feel as long-waged as the distinction between bourbon and Tennessee whiskey. Drinkers, whether casual or enthusiastic, will inevitably take a hard stance when pressed. Some claim that Tennessee whiskey is its own category; others insist that it’s simply part of the greater bourbon category. Then we have the…

  • George Dickel Bottled in Bond (2020) Scoresheet & Review

    George Dickel Bottled in Bond (2020) Scoresheet & Review

    If there’s one whisky producer known for appearing in a considerable chunk of sourced bottlings, it’s Ross & Squibb (MGP). If there’s one whisky producer known for appearing in a considerable chunk of sourced bottlings that people would rather avoid, it’s George Dickel. All the same, some individuals have become…

  • Barrell Bourbon Batch 032 Scoresheet & Review

    Barrell Bourbon Batch 032 Scoresheet & Review

    There’s no doubt that Barrell Craft Spirits have a lot of pride and confidence in their brand. Scroll down their homepage and you’ll be greeted by an impressive list of recent mentions from media outlets. Since their stake to fame comes from blending whiskeys (sometimes finishing them in multiple casks)…

  • Barrell Bourbon Batch 026 Scoresheet & Review

    Barrell Bourbon Batch 026 Scoresheet & Review

    These days it’s odd to not see Barrell Craft Spirits get brought up when discussing the art of blending. Some might even say they paved the way for taking certain NDPs seriously. Given the acclaim they’ve received, be it for bourbon batches or their unique, finished products, it’s safe to…

  • Barrell Bourbon Batch 025 Scoresheet & Review

    Barrell Bourbon Batch 025 Scoresheet & Review

    Barrell Craft Spirits is one of those brands that gives off a rather distinct aura. Visit their website and you’ll find a succinct statement from founder Joe Beatrice regarding their vision. Long story short, distillation takes a backseat in favor of blending and bottling cask strength spirits based on consumer…