Luminance – “Prism” Single Barrel Bourbon Review
A balanced, spice-forward single barrel with maple depth, tobacco edges, and a finish that quietly steals the show.
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Luminance – “Paradox” Single Barrel Bourbon Review
A nose-driven bourbon with layered sweetness and a complex aroma, followed by a softer, less defined palate and a deceptive finish.
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A. Smith Bowman – Cask Strength (Batch 3) Review
A deep, complex powerhouse from Buffalo Trace, offering thick, tannic oak, rich dark fruits, and a surprising effervescent kick—just shy of the intensity of GTS.
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Copper & Cask Announces Small Batch Series No. 016 Bourbon and No. 015 (21-Year Cigar Blend Whiskey)
Copper & Cask reveals Small Batch Series No. 016, an 11-year bourbon, and No. 015, a 21-year Canadian whisky finished in Armagnac and Port casks.
Backbone – Uncut Bourbon Review
Backbone Uncut Bourbon (115.6 proof) offers vanilla frosting, custard, caramel, and balanced spice in a dessert-leaning barrel strength bourbon that finishes with lingering red fruit.
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Backbone – The Forge (Batch 3) Review
Backbone The Forge Batch 3 delivers maraschino cherry, caramel, cinnamon spice, and MGP oak in a classic high-rye bourbon profile, though it drinks hotter than expected at 110 proof.
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Backbone – Decade Down Anniversary Edition (2021) Review
Backbone Decade down Uncut Anniversary Edition (2021) brings cherry candy, brown sugar, and cinnamon spice but struggles to deliver depth in the nose and mid-palate
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NoCo Distillery — Bourbon II “Sanguis Christi” (Ruby Port & PX Sherry Finished) Review
A rich, port- and sherry-finished bourbon offering sweetness, cohesion, and an effortlessly long finish.
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NoCo Distillery — Bourbon IV (4× Distilled) Review
A bold, four-times distilled bourbon driven by oak, tannin, and a surprisingly elegant marshmallow-and-chocolate core.
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A Visit to McClintock Distillery — Frederick, MD
A visit to McClintock Distilling, Maryland’s first organic distillery, exploring heirloom rye, renewable energy, historically inspired recipes, and an innovative portfolio of whiskey, gin, vodka, and liqueurs.
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