Tag: russell's reserve

  • Russell’s Reserve 10-Year (LL/ME) Scoresheet & Review

    Russell’s Reserve 10-Year (LL/ME) Scoresheet & Review

    Here’s a little peek behind the scenes of my blog: Russell’s Reserve 10-Year bourbon is by far my most popular review, and by a significant margin. As of writing, it has around 23K views. The next highest individual review? Four Roses Single Barrel with roughly 12K. I’ve occasionally pondered why…

  • Just the Sip: Russell’s Reserve 2020 Total Wine Pick Review

    Just the Sip: Russell’s Reserve 2020 Total Wine Pick Review

    When it comes to single barrel products, I imagine most people start by trying as many different brands as possible before narrowing down their preferences and sticking to a handful of names. To that end, one of the most dependable for me has been Russell’s Reserve. What’s interesting is that…

  • Just the Sip: Russell’s Reserve Mash & Journey Pick “Look at the Birdie” Review

    Just the Sip: Russell’s Reserve Mash & Journey Pick “Look at the Birdie” Review

    You’d be hard-pressed to find a more desired option for single barrel picks than Russell’s Reserve. Much of this has to do with the product itself, as well as the history behind Wild Turkey; going from a less fondly regarded distillery to a widespread favorite amongst enthusiasts. Although the brand’s…

  • Russell’s Reserve 13-Year (2021) Scoresheet & Review

    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 who’d previously made poor drinking decisions, quickly ignited interest from enthusiasts with the release of a couple of limited products. 2020 saw Wild Turkey drop a 17-year bottled in bond…

  • Just the Sip: Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson C 2022 Release Review

    Just the Sip: Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson C 2022 Release Review

    Just the Sip reviews are a more simplified version of the existing scoresheet format with the goal of reviewing more spirits, such as samples, barrel picks, and others that may be more difficult to do full reviews on. Both scoresheet and review formats will exist and be regularly posted. Learn more…

  • Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Inlet Harbour Pick Scoresheet & Review

    Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Inlet Harbour Pick Scoresheet & Review

    Russell’s Reserve picks are basically favorites for Wild Turkey enthusiasts. While it’s tough to deny how much of a measuring stick Wild Turkey 101 is, as well as the older and higher proof Rare Breed, Russell’s picks are still the best way people can explore different rickhouses from the Kentucky…

  • Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Scoresheet & Review

    Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Scoresheet & Review

    The Russell’s Reserve name has become a force to be reckoned with in the past couple of years. Much of this is thanks to the 13-Year and Single Rickhouse LEs being introduced, both contributing an increased degree of interest in the brand. It’s been a long time coming, too, as…

  • Russell’s Reserve 6-Year Rye Scoresheet & Review

    Russell’s Reserve 6-Year Rye Scoresheet & Review

    There’s no shortage of praise being sung for Russell’s Reserve. Positioned as a more premium line from Wild Turkey, almost every expression has received praise and attention in some capacity. I emphasize the word “almost” since there’s one Russell’s Reserve bottling that tends to get overlooked. Russell’s Reserve 6-Year Rye…

  • Russell’s Reserve 10-Year Scoresheet & Review

    Russell’s Reserve 10-Year Scoresheet & Review

    Stop me if you’ve heard this one: I’ve always wanted to try [insert bottle name], but just never got around to it. Bourbon’s ongoing popularity continues to grant an overwhelming amount of selection to shoppers, both at the liquor store and online. All these options make likelihood of exploring as…

  • Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Rye Scoresheet & Review

    Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Rye Scoresheet & Review

    These days it’s easy to find praise being sung for Wild Turkey, particularly following the inaugural release of Russell’s Reserve 13-Year. This brought increased demand for other limited offerings from Wild Turkey, such as previously slept-on Master’s Keep releases. Limited edition is all the rage these days. We might like…