Every now and then, a distillery comes along that doesn’t just make whiskey — it makes whiskey with identity. Not sourced, not generic, not something you’ve tasted a hundred times before. Whiskey that feels rooted in a place, in the grain, and in the people who craft it. Middle West…
When two ryes come from the same legendary Kentucky distillery, you expect a family resemblance. But when the bottles are Pikesville Straight Rye and Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Rye A925, you’re looking at something far more interesting—a comparison of age, proof, depth, and complexity within the same house style from…
Introduction High n’ Wicked is a newer independent bottler and brand that’s starting to make waves with sourced whiskey releases that carry a touch of uniqueness—particularly through their fermentation approach: sweet mash for their bourbon, and sour mash for their rye. These choices can yield a more vibrant and expressive…
Introduction When it comes to bold, unapologetic rye whiskey, Sagamore Spirit Cask Strength has built a loyal following for good reason. Each year’s release brings a unique blend of fiery spice, layered sweetness, and complex character that rye lovers crave. With the 2025 edition now on shelves, the big question…
Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. is back in the spotlight with two newly approved labels that have the whiskey world buzzing. The Peerless Henry Kraver Old Reserve 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye and Peerless Henry Kraver Old Reserve 12 Year Kentucky Straight Rye recently appeared on the TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco…