Introduction As a bourbon enthusiast, choosing just 10 bottles for my ultimate bourbon shelf is no easy feat. There are countless whiskeys out there, each with its own unique profile and character. But if I had to narrow it down to only 10, these would be the must-have bottles that…
Introduction 1792 Bourbon, distilled at Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, is known for delivering bold, high-rye bourbon at accessible prices. With a portfolio ranging from Small Batch to Full Proof and beyond, Barton has carved out a respectable lane among value-conscious bourbon drinkers. Two of the most available—and compared—options…
Introduction: The Rise of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Since its introduction in 2013, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (ECBP) has become one of the most beloved barrel-proof bourbons on the market. Known for its bold flavors and high proof, ECBP has carved out a special place in the hearts of whiskey…
Introduction: The Allure of Barrel Proof Bourbon Barrel proof bourbon (also called cask strength or full proof bourbon) has exploded in popularity over the past few years. Whether it's the raw, unfiltered flavors or the undeniable feeling of drinking bourbon just as the distiller intended, barrel proof bottles offer something…
Introduction In a surprise announcement that’s already sending shockwaves through the bourbon world, Buffalo Trace Distillery has revealed that Colonel E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond will officially be added to the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) starting with the 2025 fall release. This is the first new addition to the BTAC lineup…
A new age statement has officially hit the TTB, and it's one that bourbon fans have been waiting for: Knob Creek 21 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. While we’ve seen Beam Suntory push the envelope in recent years with age-stated releases like the 15 and 18 Year, this marks the…
A label was submitted to the TTB for approval last week, and this submission really came as a surprise to me. Knob Creek 12 Year Cask Strength may be on its way to the market very soon. This new expressions comes off the heels of the "normal" Knob Creek 12…
Photo Credit: Jonathan Rabon A picture surfaced on social media today of the highly anticipated Wild Turkey Rare Breed Rye Whiskey. This latest addition to the Rare Breed lineup was seen in the hand of one lucky consumer. Immediately following the first sighting of the new Master's Keep 17 Year…
The latest addition to the Weller line, Weller Single Barrel Bourbon is officially being released from Buffalo Trace Distillery. Weller Single Barrel Bourbon will be bottled at 97 proof and will be an annual release, starting Summer 2020. Weller Single Barrel joins the highly sought after Weller line up, including Weller…
Named after Baker Beam, grandnephew of Jim Beam himself, Baker’s 7 Year Bourbon seems to always be the forgotten offering in the Jim Beam Bourbon Collection. Baker’s was formerly a part of the Small Batch Bourbon collection, which also included Basil Hayden’s, Knob Creek, and Booker’s Bourbon. Baker’s bourbon has…
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