Three 250th anniversary whiskey releases, three completely different interpretations of American whiskey. A tasting panel-style review featuring Copper & Cask, High Banks, and Dark Arts with awards for sweetness, structure, and blending.
A detailed review of Dark Arts 250th 11-year double oaked MGP blend—bold proof, layered dessert-driven notes, and masterful blending anchored by Macaulay’s precision.
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Copper & Cask’s Wave That Flag is a 9-year MGP bourbon finished in ZAK Cooperage Wave Stave barrels and bottled at 117 proof for just $74.99. With deep maple sweetness, chai spice, stunning collector presentation, and veteran support initiatives, it may be one of the best whiskey values of 2026.
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Silverthorn’s 13 Year Rye Single Barrel delivers maple syrup, black tea, chocolate, tobacco spice, and mature oak in a richly textured rye built for seasoned enthusiasts.
Silverthorn Reserve — 13 Year Single Barrel Rye Review Read More »
Silverthorn Rye Blend combines multiple mature rye mashbills with double-oaked finishing influence, creating a complex pour full of cinnamon apples, mint, brown sugar, and barrel spice.
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Silverthorn High Malt Bourbon Blend combines Barton, MGP, and rare Georgia bourbon into a remarkably layered whiskey full of bakery notes, toffee, pepper spice, and old Kentucky character.
Silverthorn Reserve — 10 Year High Malt Bourbon Review Read More »
A curated list of 10 whiskies for summer—from easy RTDs and bright small-batch pours to finished drams and bold cask strength sippers for warm nights.
10 Whiskies to Savor This Summer (From Easy Sippers to Cask Strength Favorites) Read More »
Locke + Co.’s Big Blaze Bourbon earned Double Gold at the 2026 Denver International Spirits Competition and Gold at the Ascot Awards. The limited-release bourbon supports Colorado firefighters and is finished with aspen wood from the East Troublesome Fire.
Shortbarrel Sapsquatch combines Kentucky and Indiana bourbon with maple syrup barrel finishing and toasted oak influence. Rich maple, roasted pecans, and warming spice make this one of the most balanced maple-finished bourbons I’ve tried.
Shortbarrel – Sapsquatch Maple-Finished Bourbon (2026) Review Read More »
Looking for great Virginia distilleries? Here are the distilleries around Northern Virginia I’d recommend first, from whiskey-focused destinations to hidden gems and exclusive tasting experiences.
Distilleries Around Northern Virginia I’d Send a Friend To First Read More »
