Whiskey Reviews
Independent tasting notes, context, and thoughtful pours — no hype, no gatekeeping.
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Blue Bolt Bourbon – 107 Proof Single Barrel Review
A lighter, honey-leaning 107-proof Texas bourbon that builds into a long, peppery finish and delivers standout value without chasing Kentucky tradition.
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H.K. Young High Rye Toasted Bourbon – “ShortStuff Bourbon” Single Barrel Pick Review
H.K. Young High Rye Toasted Bourbon – “ShortStuff Bourbon” Single Barrel Pick Review A first of its kind in hybrid mashbill and barrel type, this is also one of the most balanced H.K. Young Single Barrels I’ve tasted yet. About H.K. Young “By meticulously selecting and blending whiskeys finished in our unique toasted barrels, each…
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Good Times Chocolate Mint Cask Finished Rye (116 Proof) – Cox’s Creek Distilling Review
Good Times Chocolate Mint Cask Finished Rye (116 Proof) – Cox’s Creek Distilling Review A nostalgic hot-cocoa-meets-rye experiment that somehow delivers exactly what it promises without tipping too deeply into gimmick territory. About Cox’s Creek Distilling “Our mission is simple: to craft exceptional bourbon for everyone…” – Cox’s Creek Distilling website Cox’s Creek Distilling Company,…
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Old Zach Review 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon (132 Proof) – Cox’s Creek Distilling Review
Old Zach Review 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon (132 Proof) – Cox’s Creek Distilling Review A tannic, oak-driven powerhouse that rewards patience with a finish full of spice, depth, and surprising sweetness. About Cox’s Creek Distilling “Our mission is simple: to craft exceptional bourbon for everyone…” – Cox’s Creek Distilling website Cox’s Creek Distilling Company,…
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Old Rick “Ménage à Trois” Rye & American Light Whiskey Blend (124 Proof) – Cox’s Creek Distilling Review
Old Rick “Ménage à Trois” Rye & American Light Whiskey Blend (124 Proof) – Cox’s Creek Distilling Review A bold, dessert-leaning rye that layers jammy sweetness, oak, and spice into a constantly evolving sip. About Cox’s Creek Distilling “Our mission is simple: to craft exceptional bourbon for everyone…” – Cox’s Creek Distilling website Cox’s Creek…
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Benson Valley Kentucky Bourbon Review – High Rye 90 Proof
Benson Valley Kentucky Bourbon Review – High Rye 90 Proof Sometimes, it’s not about proof. Sometimes, it’s about patience and knowing what’s coming will be worth the wait. About Benson Valley Bourbon “A Legacy of Excellence” – Benson Valley website Benson Valley Bourbon is a part of the movement reclaiming old Kentucky lands and history…
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Every review is written independently. If a bottle was provided, it’s disclosed. Opinions are my own — always.