Continually recognized for its excellence, this latest reimagining of the coveted release was batched to barrel proof of 123.8, and is slated to hit shelves later this summer
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Recently, there have been a few notable whiskey enthusiasts, content creators, and influencers who’ve claimed that Wild Turkey’s Rare Breed has stepped down in terms of quality. Some have even recommended non Turkey expressions as potential alternative…
Russell’s Reserve 13-Year is arguably the most sought-after expression in today’s Wild Turkey catalog. But when it comes to flavor profile, are all bottles created equal? Batch Bitchin’ At this point, you’ve probably heard of three Russell’s 13 b…
After some wide variety in proof, the three 2022 batches of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof have established a trend of just over 60% ABV—A122 is 60.4%; B522 is 60.5%, and C922 is the highest at 62.4%. Actually, the last batch of 2021 (C921) started…
Rossville Union Barrel Proof Rye is made by Luxco at their Ross & Squibb distillery. Which you might also know as MGP, LDI or even the Jos. E. Seagram Distillery. I have no idea how many total names its had since its founding in 1847, but what I do know is that in my drinking […]
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Of all the factors that give whiskey its signature traits, maturation is arguably the most underappreciated. I suppose it’s a moot point for some distilleries, especially those that employ climate-controlled warehouses to age their products with uber c…
RUSSELL’S RESERVE ® REINTRODUCES LIMITED RUN OF CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED 13-YEAR-OLD BOURBON Named “Best American Whiskey of 2021” by Bourbon Expert Fred Minnick, This Coveted Release Will Be Available for a Limited Time LAWRENCEBURG, KY (July 6, 2022) — S…
With 1.9 million barrels of American Whiskey aging in six rickhouse sites, you have to figure that Heaven Hill had room for some more limited editions, and sure enough, Heaven Hill recently announced a new annual release called the “Heaven Hill Heritage Collection.” The…
I continue to look forward to each of the three yearly releases of Larceny Barrel Proof. The second release of 2021—B521—is a little higher in proof that A121, and the third release (C921) is slightly higher. I remember that the first release of the…
2022 is the 10-year anniversary of Heaven Hill’s Elijah Craig 12-Year Barrel Proof. Over these years it has given us so much reason to celebrate and it helped lead the trend to barrel proof bourbon. And I look forward three times every year for…
