Tequila Reviews

El Negocio Joven Tequila Review

On the nose comes a load of roasted agave, agave nectar, minerality, fresh herb bouquet, white pepper and butterscotch. If too closely nosed, it becomes shrill. So swirl vigorously and let breathe a bit to release those harsher notes–or just pull back from it some.

Industry News

Henderson’s high energy, imaginative mind, give life to True Story whiskies

“I was at home one evening, and all of a sudden, it popped into my head, ‘Hey, wow, The Kentucky Castle. Wow! What a place to do a bourbon; have a bourbon affiliated with the Castle! Have the Castle as a destination.’ That's really where it started with just that crazy-ass idea.”

New Brand Releases

Maverick Distilling introduces Samuel Maverick Barrel-Aged Rum

Samuel Maverick Barrel Aged Rum is made with cane sugar and unsulphured molasses that are fermented in-house. The cane sugar is imported Colombian Panela, a raw sugar created by boiling down and evaporating the cane juice.

Tennessee Whiskey Reviews

Jack Daniel's 2024 Coy Hill Barrelhouse 8 Whiskey Review

But there's a lot more going on, and much of it is packed into that aforementioned density: bitter cocoa, huge allspice aroma, rickhouse and freshly dumped barrels. A glass of this could open up continually and reveal itself further easily for an hour.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Barrell Bourbon Ice Wine Cask Finished Bourbon Review

If Grace Kelly could come back as an elegant whiskey, this would be it. If you could liquify gold and consume it, this is how it should taste. It's 14 karat color backs my strained metaphor.

American Whiskey Reviews

Parker's Heritage Collection Malt Whiskey Finished in Heavy Toast Cognac Barrels Review

Cognac finishing like this is somewhat unique for an American whiskey, but it really sings with this well-aged malt, delivering a bright, silky aroma of ripe apricot, flamed orange peel, and soft wood smoke alongside the expected roasted and dark tones of the toasted oak.

Get To Know

Heritage guides Bruce Russell as 3rd generation whiskey maker at Wild Turkey

Dad had never really talked to me more than 15 minutes! But he spent a whole afternoon with me. I thought, “Dad can speak in full sentences! He's good at his job. He's passionate.”

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Bomberger's Declaration Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

The nose is a simple pleasure and delicate in every respect: nicely floral and tropical fruity, a little honeyed, a splash of rosewater and candied violets.

On The Road

The bar for whiskey and food is elevated at High West Distillery

“To have the distillery and Saloon in the heart of Park City was the original owners’ end-all, be-all goal—a place where guests could come, have a wonderful meal and whiskey pairing, and see our production right in front of their faces."

New Brand Releases

King of Kentucky Bourbon Releases Seventh Edition

This year’s release of 63 barrels came from the production dates July 19, 2007, and November 15, 2007.  All the barrels were aged in Warehouses G and J at the Brown-Forman Distillery.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Doc Holliday 7-Year Bourbon Review: Cask Strength, Bold Flavor

In the crowded world of single-barrel, cask-strength bourbons distilled in Indiana, this one is notable for its complexity and depth of flavor.

Industry News

Bardstown Bourbon doubles capacity with distillery expansion

Bardstown Bourbon announces the completion of its most significant expansion to date, which pushes the organization’s capacity to more than 18 million proof gallons while focusing on conserving natural resources.

American Whiskey Reviews

Bernheim Barrel Proof Original Wheat Whiskey Batch B924 Review

No one is going to be disappointed with this one. It's not quite the flavor bomb from earlier this year, but what it lacks in potency it more than makes up for in approachability.

New Brand Releases

Uncle Nearest launches Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey

Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey was created with inclusivity and versatility in mind—an everyday bourbon that bars and restaurants can confidently pour as their first choice for cocktails or when reaching for a bottle to satisfy any call for bourbon.

Rye Whiskey Reviews

Buzzard's Roost Char #1 Rye Whiskey Review

The nose finds soft aromas of fresh plums and peaches before brighter aromatics such as citrus and cedar move in. The expected rye guys–dill and spearmint–arrive later.

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BITB Club

Replay: BITB Live Tasting #10

This month's super-sized tasting kits included seven samples providing a fantastic range of expressions, including budget-friendly bottles and pricier, hard-to-find new releases.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Cream of Kentucky Cask Strength Bourbon Review: Is It Worth $95?

It finishes warm and hangs around a long time. Judging by its light color and lean mouthfeel, it's about 5 years old, which would explain its lack of complexity.

New Brand Releases

Penelope Bourbon introduces premium 2024 Estate Collection

The exceptional craftsmanship of the Penelope Estate Collection demonstrates the brand’s commitment to offering a portfolio of high-quality aged products sought out by aficionados, and hand-crafted in limited allocations by Penelope’s signature standards.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Bardstown Bourbon High Wheat Review – Rich, Soft, and Complex at 106 Proof

The nose starts off nutty (think cracked, toasted wheat) before a whiff of orange marmalade arrives. Caramel and campfire balance each other before sweet corn, golden raisin and honey join the party.

Industry News

Wyoming Whiskey names Brendan Cook as new Master Blender

Cook’s leadership is poised to elevate Wyoming Whiskey in the category, strengthening the brand’s commitment to crafting exceptional spirits that are a true expression of Wyoming’s rugged and pristine landscape.

Industry News

Wes Henderson launches new portfolio of premium American whiskey: True Story

Wes Henderson is joined at True Story by his six sons, continuing the legacy of his father, Lincoln Henderson, who was responsible for creating some of America’s most beloved spirits.

This Round's Mine

Are popular whiskey festivals a good gauge for bourbon’s ‘health’?

But does such enthusiasm truly reflect the health of the bourbon category? Are events like the Bourbon Festival and WhiskeyFest and myriad other whiskey-centric events around the country truly indicative of the category’s health?

Industry News

Buffalo Trace offers Master Distiller "Day in the Life" Opportunity

“If you are a bourbon enthusiast, now is your chance to become an honorary member of the Buffalo Trace Distillery team during this rare opportunity,” said Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley.

Bourbon Whiskey Reviews

Woodinville 8-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

This is a dense bourbon, and deep, dark oak tones dominate and before cooked stone fruit, dried figs and baking spices roll across the palate, sweetening the whole.

Bottle of the Day

BOTD Spotlight: J. Mattingly 1845 Classic Bourbon

What sets this bourbon apart is its double-stave aging process, where the spirit is finished in a secondary barrel with additional staves, adding layers of complexity and character.