Can six different barrel finishes actually work? Gambit Bourbon, blended by Chip Tate, delivers one of the most complex low-proof finished bourbons I’ve tasted with remarkable balance, transparency, and value.
Gambit No. 6 Bourbon: Chip Tate’s Six-Finish Masterclass Read More »
A full review of Mugen Oni Small Batch Bourbon, exploring tasting notes, value, transparency, and whether this Japanese folklore-inspired release is worth chasing.
Mugen — “Oni” Barrel Proof Small Batch: A Refined Take on the Yokai Formula Read More »
Shortbarrel Four Grain Small Batch Bourbon combines Green River and Wilderness Trail distillate into a creamy, approachable four-grain bourbon with surprising depth, subtle spice, and excellent value at $44.99. Based on publicly available information, the blend combines 4-5 year old bourbon from both distilleries and is bottled at 92 proof.
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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.
Dark Arts — “250 Years of Spirits” 5x Blend Read More »
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.
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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.
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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.
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Oade Armagnac The Balance Cask 2 review. A 36-year-old 1988 Bas-Armagnac from Ferme de Bacoge featuring dark fruit, spearmint, floral notes, and exceptional transparency.
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