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Bourbon, Rye and Tennessee remain the major sellers in American whiskey. The 'big three' have grown significantly in the last decade, partly due to a renewed interest in cocktail classics for which these spirits form the base. Smaller categories include White Dog, Moonshine, Craft Spirits and collectables like Rare Van Winkles, Jack Daniels limited editions & more. We boast the largest range of American Whiskey online in Australia. Buy online and get delivery to most areas of Australia. Click here to learn more about American Whiskey and subscribe to our Spirits and Liqueurs Email Newsletter to keep up to date with new arrivals, special offers and more.

    1792 Bottled In Bond Vol.II Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) - Whiskey Hunt Australia Exclusive - Retail Partner Release
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $150. 00
    Bottle
    $1800.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    For this barrel selection, WHA called in some of the most experienced whiskey folks they know - their six retail partners around Australia. Samples were distributed with simple instructions: Give each example a rating along with your tasting notes. WHA tallied up the scores and the result was this 1792 Bottled in Bond Bourbon single barrel pick. American whiskey boffins will already know that in 1897, the Bottled-in-Bond Act revolutionized the quality of American whiskey, requiring that it be a product of the grain of a single season, made by one distiller at a single distillery and aged in a federal government-bonded warehouse. The act came as a response to the widespread adulteration in American whiskey around the late 19th century. It was an attempt by the federal government to act as a guarantor of the spirit's authenticity. Carrying on that tradition, barrel # 8175 was filled on the 10/10/14 and bottled on the 1/6/23 making it eight years and eight months old with a yield of 192 bottles for Australia only. The group tasting notes include aromas and flavours of white chocolate, cherry strudel, light brown sugar, coconut husk, baking spice, banana bread, nutmeg, vanilla, light oak & cherry with a finish of light oak and brown lingering sugars. 50% Alc./Vol.

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    Angel's Envy 2015 Release Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $1199. 00
    Bottle
    $14388.00 Dozen
    ABV: 63.95%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. 

    Most retailers are lucky to get a handful of Angel's Envy cask strength editions each year - if anything at all. This bottling, which is a bit of an annual ritual for owners, Louisville Distilling, was limited to around 7500 bottles. Aged upwards of seven years in select American white oak barrels before being blended into a single batch and finished in ex-port casks, it lands at a massive 127.9 proof (bigger than the 2013 or 2014 expressions). We have one only from a private stash. Collectable.

    Other reviews... The Angel's Envy Cask Strength port cask finished bourbon has developed a cult following, and it's easy to see why. Jumping out are marshmallow, caramel, vanilla, roasted nuts, with a hint of cardamom, coffee, and nutmeg, but true beauty lies in the pronounced pumpkin pie, dark chocolate, raw pine nut, caramel, and sweet maltiness. I'd love for this whiskey to finish longer, but it does give a hint of nutmeg toward the end. Sourced whiskey. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...The nose is more restrained than in previous years, offering notes of cloves, barrel char, well-browned caramel, and a touch of smoke. The body is less Port-forward than in prior years also, showcasing notes of figs, dark chocolate, toasted brioche, and a finish that leads more to a prune character than the traditionally Port-focused raisin. Echoes of sweet tea endure as the finish fades — and all of it is remarkably restrained and in balance, a rare feat considering the alcohol level we’re working with here. As always, of course, it’s great stuff. - drinkhacker.com

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    Angel's Envy Bourbon (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    Reduced from $119.99
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 43.3%

    Lincoln Henderson is an iconic Brown-Forman master distiller who helped develop several well-known brands, including Woodford Reserve, Gentleman Jack and Jack Daniel's Single Barrel. His son, Wes, went onto found Angel's Envy. Before his father's passing in 2013, Lincoln worked on selecting and perfecting the blend for the brand. This is his pride and joy, and unusually for Bourbon, it's finished in French oak Ruby Port Barrels for up to six months. If you’re after a premium Bourbon that’s affordable while delivering a little something extra, this should work. Charry oak, candied citrus peels and cherry ripe chocolate come together on the nose with hints of sticky date in tow. Come back after further air contact and you get more nuanced wine input. It’s a one of a kind Bourbon bouquet that follows through on the palate with spiced plums, blueberry bubble gum and semi-ripe raspberries alongside more familiar Bourbon notes. The finish extends that cherry ripe dark chocolate overlay with soft rye spices, moderate astringency and more vanilla and chocolate. A trailblazer when it was first released in 2011, at around six years old, it's a Kentuckian with a delicious twist. Holding it back is a somewhat tame ABV. Look out for the high-strength bottlings, but expect to pay much, much more. 43.3% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... A beautiful, mouthwatering newcomer to the whiskey scene. Named for the “angel's share,” the portion that evaporates from the barrel during the aging process, this golden amber spirit is finished in Port barrels, which explains those juicy red-fruit notes that slide into the long finish. Look for orange peel, vanilla and roasted nut flavors, too. 98 points - wineenthusiast.com

    ...Cherry cough syrup, cinnamon French toast, spearmint gum, boiled peanuts, dried flowers, hay, and a hint of sandalwood on a sweet and earthy nose. Creamy texture on a bitter palate, with dried cherries and strawberries, cinnamon sugar, and chocolate. With water there is tart cherry cobbler. Good length on a woody finish, with some vanilla cream and spice.
    88 points - Ted Simmons 2021, whiskyadvocate.com

    ...Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey finished in a port pipe. This is veteran master distiller Lincoln Henderson’s newest creation, and it’s a beauty. Richly textured, silky, and well-rounded, with ripe berried fruits, candied tangerine, light toffee, maple syrup, and creamy vanilla, sprinkled with spice (cinnamon, hint of mint). Smooth, silky finish, and dangerously drinkable! The port pipe notes dovetail perfectly. Lovely just the way it is, but it’s begging for a cigar. My only gripe: why not 45 or 50% ABV? But I’m splitting hairs. I really enjoy this stuff!
    93 points - Reviewed by: John Hansell (Spring 2011), whiskyadvocate.com

    “Five Stars, Highest Recommendation” - spiritsjournal.com

    ...Muted vanilla, light oak, and leather swirl together and are joined are dashes of green peppercorn and syrup-soaked raisins. For being finished for 3-6 months, you’d expect more of an impact from the port barrels. However, this isn’t the case. While the flavors present are nice, the mouthfeel is on the thinner side, which detracts from their impact... If you haven't explored barrel finished bourbons yet, Angel’s Envy Port Finished Bourbon is a good start. It’s not so influenced that you’ll be turned off if you discover you're more of a traditionalist, and if you find that you like it, you’ll have a suitable introduction to a range of barrel finished products to further explore. On top of that, it provides a really nice subtle twist for lower proof cocktails. Credit needs to be given to this trailblazer of a product, however it also needs to be realized that this bourbon leaves you wanting just a bit more. - breakingbourbon.com

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    Bakers 7 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $120. 00
    Bottle
    $1440.00 Dozen
    ABV: 53.5%

    Baker's is second of four super premium Bourbons released by Jim Beam in the “Small Batch Bourbon Collection.” Made from a 77% Corn, 13% Rye and 10% Malted Barley recipe preferred by Baker Beam, grand nephew of Jim Beam, this whiskey also utilises a special strain of jug yeast contributing a silky texture that remains consistent from batch to batch. In short, Bakers offers a flavour profile that's uniquely Beam. According to the boys at breakingbourbon.com, the new-look bottling maintains that precedent, delivering "...a pleasing above-average sip that is hard to find fault in."

    Other reviews... huge corn oil delivery, but then an avalanche of small grains finishes off the taste buds which aren't already salivating... 91 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

    ...Rich, multi-layered nose: vanilla, cornmeal, berries (black raspberries, wineberries), and broad-shouldered oak. Powerful, but not overproof hot in the mouth; controlled. The berries sing a high counter-melody over the corn-oak beat as the whole experience rocks along. It’s powerful, sweet, authoritative, and finishes with a reprise of it all: berries, corn, vanilla, and stronger oak. Mature, complete bourbon with a 7 year age statement, and a real sleeper in the Small Batch Collection.
    92 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Lew Bryson (Fall 2014)

    Rich amber color. Sweet, buttery caramel, stone fruit, and nut aromas. A rich entry leads to a spicy, off-dry full-bodied palate with vibrant toffee, brown spice, and white pepper flavors. Finishes with a lingering wave of sweet vanilla and wood spice. Very even and straightforward. Try with a touch of water. 89 points - tastings.com

    Earlier bottling tasted... nose: excellent rye bite to firm and sweet nose. fruity with mature plums and over ripe banana star; palate: rye kicks off early and allows bitter and prickly, softly spiced, middle to ensure a characterful, multi-layered bourbon; finish: massively complex follow through with quite enormous and beautiful chocolate notes; comment: a chocoholic's bourbon with a bigger rye firmness. Tasty stuff. Rating: 8.5 - whiskymag.com

    Classic Cocktail: The Mint Julep
    Most likely originated in 1803, when John Davis, a traveler from Britain and a Virginia plantation tutor, defined a julep as 'a dram of spiritous liquor that has mint in it, taken by Virginians of a morning'. From there, it evolved into a putting mint and sugar into a tumbler, and then adding equal parts of peach and regular brandy. To this was added plenty of crushed ice. Traditionally, mint juleps were often served in silver or pewter cups, and held only by the bottom and top edges of the cup. This allows frost to form on the outside of the cup, which some would find a sign of gentility. Others merely find it pleasant to look at. It is well-known as the traditional beverage of the Kentucky Derby, a position it has held since 1938; during the event, more than 80,000 juleps are served at Churchill Downs.

    Bob Dylan described in his Theme Time Radio Hour episode #3 how to make, by his preferences, a perfect mint julep: 'First up, you take four mint sprigs, two and a half ounces of bourbon. I'd put three. A table spoon of powder sugar, and a table spoon of water. You put the mint leaves, powder sugar and water in a Collins glass. You fill the glass with shaved, or crushed ice, and then add bourbon. Top that off with more ice. And...I'd like to garnish that with a mint sprig. Serve it wih a straw. Two or three of those, and anything sounds good.'

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    Balcones ZZ Top Tres Hombres Texas Whisky (750ml)
    Waco, Texas, UNITED STATES
    $140. 00
    Bottle
    $1680.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    "...this is gold disc standard." 95.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2023

    A mutual heritage and a love of whisky sees Balcones team up with Texan Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, ZZ Top. The limited edition named 'Tres Hombres' shares the title of the band’s first top 10 chart album released in 1973. Three grains are used: Roasted Blue corn, malted barley and rye - and yes, the three band members were consulted on the final flavour profile. It's easy to be cynical when it comes to celebrity affiliations, but the result here is yet another successful variation on Balcones theme of "big whisky". Given four or five minutes of air contact, it develops a powerful, malty bouquet, flooded with vanillas, toffee apple and caramel followed by a palate that starts out like a cask strength Irish and follows in a white chocolate infused middle before American oak and fine astringency kick in. There's a nice sweet/dry equilibrium as well as impressive length, with a finish that conjures high quality Bourbon and includes threads of smoke and rolling tobacco. A sustained fresh rye bread note balances everything out. Beyond the music and marketing, this is clever blending with the combination of grains making for an engaging, sweeter style that sits comfortably in Balcone's oeuvre. Bourbon drinkers should love it. 50% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... The whisky offers a balanced level of acidity and a powerful flavor profile. I was pleasantly surprised by this collaboration... Balcones Distillery is obviously doing something right in Texas! 4 Stars - thewhiskywash.com

    Notes from the producers... Nose - Evaporative and spritely with aromas of honeycrisp apples and buttered pastry; hint of suede and whiteflower honey. Taste - Sweet and coating with good acidity, brown sugar and red grapes. Finish - Effervescent with a bit of fresh ginger and sage.

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    Balcones 1 Peated Cask Strength Texas Single Malt American Whisky (750ml)
    Waco, Texas, UNITED STATES
    $160. 00
    Bottle
    $1920.00 Dozen
    ABV: 59%

    The Balcones “1” label is a part of the distillery’s annual offerings, made entirely from Golden Promise barley that’s been peated and imported from the Scottish Highlands. Bottled after approximately three years in new oak, the aroma sports an Oloroso-like character with burgeoning depths of dried fruits, orange zest, cured meats, roasted nuts, vanilla and smouldering beach wood. It's as beefy a Balcones as ever, yet somehow lands on its feet in an impossibly well-balanced arrangement of pulsing wood spices, oily peat-reek, pepper and weighty malt flavours that really takes off. The persistence is excellent, with those bittersweet, tongue tingling spices slowly fading into an ashy oblivion. Malt rebounds late with smokey cardamom and salted caramel dark chocolate. Bracing stuff. 59% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... [130.4 proof batch tasted] On the nose, the peat is indistinct and the whisky is elusive. Notes of black raisins, figs, ground coffee and leather are more evident than the smoke, though it’s there, just under the surface. Peat is far pushier on the palate, where the attack hits with notes of kippers and mesquite, reminding me immediately of the mesquite-grilled burgers of my youth. At more than 65% abv, it’s a blazer, and notes of licorice and bitter amaro are never far from the palate. Water is a great idea, tempering the heat of the whiskey as well as its bitterness, allowing the finish to run to notes of cloves, dark brown sugar, dark chocolate, more raisin notes, and a reprise of peaty smoke. With all that said, the peat is never overwhelming, and Balcones “1” Peated manages to find its own sense of balance in spite of all expectations to the contrary. Distinctly a product of Texas from start to finish, but nodding toward Scotland, it’s one of the most original Texas whiskeys (and arguably the best from the post-Chip Tate era) I’ve encountered to date. - drinkhacker.com

    Notes from the producers... Our peated malt whisky is made with our beloved Golden Promise malted barley dried over a highland peat moss fire. After mashing, fermentation, and distillation in Texas, the spirit is introduced into new toasted and charred American oak barrels where it is matured for 36 months. This marriage of peat and new oak is seldom undertaken in the world of whisky and creates a spirit that is both earthy and rustic as well as structured and robust. NOSE: rich, heavy aromas of earth, oak, caramel combine with spicier notes of incense and burnt cedar strips evoking summer grilling of cedar-planked salmon and charred teriyaki skewers. TASTE: round and creamy impression of brown sugar and cinnamon infused Lapsang Souchong tea. FINISH: the smoky tea flavors builds to dry, spicy notes of allspice, cardamom and hints of grilled chilies on the long, revealing finish.

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    Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon Whisky (700ml)
    Texas, UNITED STATES
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%
    Tasting note: Made from a mash including corn, wheat, rye and barley and aged for at least two years, this deep amber coloured bourbon is set to be a permanent addition to Balcone's core range. Dusty cocoa and toasted oak aromas build with hints of dried peach, vanilla and new leather. Spiced pears, bush honey and quality oak feature in a medium bodied whiskey, finishing with hints of old leather and toasted nuts. Tastes older than what it is. 46% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.

    Other reviews... 93 points - Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2019

    Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon is good, interesting and unique, but missing some of the depth, complexity and excitement in some of their other releases. Though for the price, it’s hard to pass up and makes one heck of an Old Fashioned. 85 points - thewhiskeyjug.com
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    Balcones Baby Blue Corn Whisky (700ml)
    Waco, Texas, UNITED STATES
    $115. 00
    Bottle
    $1380.00 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    The American micro distilling renaissance is well under way. But the inspiration behind much of the current revival is fuelled by more than sheer entreprenuerial spirit. It harks back to an appreciation for things made by hand.

    "...alcohol today, like most of what Americans consume, typically emerges from gigantic, antiseptic, computer-controlled megafactories." comments William Gurstelle, writing for "Popular Mechanics" magazine.

    "Limited-run, small-batch manufacturing, using carefully selected and often local ingredients, is gaining traction among consumers in search of authenticity and character. One manifestation of that trend is the craft distillery, a raw work space filled with alembics, coils, vats, and the smell of cereal and fermentation".

    What's most impressive about this movement - aside from the frequently stunning quality - is the rapidity of growth. According to Bill Owens, founder of the American Distilling Institute, "Twenty years ago about 60 legal U.S. microdistilleries —those producing less than 65,000 gallons a year—existed; today there are 300-plus, with dozens more emerging each year"

    Balcones are one of the distilleries that have come to epitomise the American craft distilling movement. A risky venture from the outset, given that Texas has a 20% evaporation rate, it was established in 2008 in a disused welding shop, with owner and head distiller, Chip Tate, hand crafting all of the equipment. The expanding range includes the world’s first Texan Whisky, made of 100% Blue Hopi corn and a unique whisky smoked using Texan Scrub wood. Since then, Balcones has continued to impress critics and whisky lovers everywhere being awarded multiple honours including being named Craft Whisky Distillery of the year by Whisky Magazine in 2012, while Jim Murray has already recognised them as "...unquestionably the masters of big whisky in the USA outside of Kentucky and Tennessee".

    Having just celebrated their fourth anniversary, Chip Tate is pondering plans for expansion, so long as the quality is not compromised. "As we get bigger, a lot of people might say we’re not craft, but they’re wrong." says Tate.
    There are various definitions of craft but to me, fundamentally, craft whisky should be very authentic, with a big bunch of hairy guys with wort drills inside copper pots, like us, watching every single aspect of production as they grow and develop, handwriting on every bottle and hand placing wax on the bottle. As a craft distiller you should be adding something new to the tradition. As far as size goes, I would have a hard time picturing a craft distillery at 10 million cases a year. At 100,000 maybe, but even one million sounds like a lot too. It’s hard figuring out how that would work. Right now we’re producing 6,000 cases a year and we’re running at capacity."

    One of the few 'blue corn' whiskeys in the world, Balcones' Baby Blue is the first Texas whisky on the market since prohibition. Made from atole, a roasted blue corn meal, this rich, nutty spirit has the freshness and verve of traditional corn whisky but with terrific complexity and texture.

    Tasting note: [2013 batch] Bright gold colour. A superb, high pitch note of choc-caramel rings from the glass, followed by hints of honeycomb. Aeration turns the sweetness down a notch or two yielding boiled lolly, vanilla, butterscotch and suggestions of menthol that add freshness. A waterlike entry presents a delicious departure from the aroma with its sponge cake lightness and subtle brown sugar notes perfectly integrated. Sweet yet judiciously balanced. Concludes light, clean and fresh and with remarkable persistence as the sweet confectionary notes linger. 46% Alc./Vol.

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    Balcones Texas 100 Proof Rye Whisky (700ml)
    Waco, Texas, UNITED STATES
    $125. 00
    Bottle
    $1500.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50%
    First released in early 2018 as part of the distillery's 10th anniversary celebrations, Balcone's rye uses a mash bill that includes 80% raw elbon grain from north and northwest Texas as well as crystal, chocolate, and roasted rye varieties. Aged just under two years in new American oak barrels, it's set to be a permanent addition to the range. Like the other variants, it comes non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... The nose has a bright note of lime, as well as dried herbs including coriander, parsley, and dill. Bonfire smoke and charred oak are in the mix, along with rich caramel. The palate blends sweet vanilla and toffee with smoked wood, apples, peanut shells, and a peppery spice embellishing the background. The finish is dark chocolate, espresso, peanut brittle, and more charred oak, along with a lingering, pleasant cigar aftertaste.
    89 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: David Fleming (Winter 2018)

    ...Only once the big cocoa finish hoves into view do we get some idea of the distillery's usual excellence.
    85 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2020
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    Balcones Brimstone Texas Scrub Oak Smoked Corn Whisky (700ml)
    Waco, Texas, UNITED STATES
    Reduced from $135.00
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 53%

    Texas campfire in a bottle!

    Many years have passed since this American craft classic was last in the country: A 100% Hopi blue corn whiskey made from mash-to-bottle at the Balcones, but instead of using Scottish peat smoke, it's wood-smoked. Sun-baked Texas scrub oak is employed in a proprietory process resulting in a flavour bomb full of fresh, youthful corn and light fruit notes married with campfire phenols. Jim Murray described it as "Ultimate surfing for the peat head". Our tasting in 2013 found opening whiffs of rubber and vinyl but with substance to keep you sniffing as the industrial edge retreats. Give this several minutes at least to reveal the second stage that turns unripe corn-like, followed by evocations of damp camp fire, smoked meats and hints of maple syrup. Immediately reminiscent of class mezcal on delivery with its exotic combination of pepper, grilled corn, lanolin, vinyl, vanilla and impressive balance, the final stages turn dry, mezcal-like with the smokey corn and charcoal making a definitive return followed by a lingering roasted chestnut fade. Yes, it's a strange one, but we love this utterly unfettered craft distilling classic where Oaxaca meets Islay, with Kentucky somewhere in between. 53% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Distilled from roasted blue corn. The spirit itself, not the grain, is smoked over Texas scrub oak. Spicy Red Vines, herbal notes, and blackened corn aromas. An initial burst of fire on the palate transforms into juicy red fruit, sweet cinnamon apple, and hints of bramble and forest floor. An unusual and polarizing whiskey, Brimstone is aggressive at first, but in the end it’s a gentle giant. 88 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Adam Polonski (Fall 2018)

    "The aroma is full of grilled peaches with a brown sugar, chipotle glaze. The palate continues with strong smoke, bacon and more spice. The long finish is salty and full of pipe smoke." 90 points - distiller.com

    ... implies something heavily smoky, the nose is surprisingly restrained, with modest smoke notes complementing notes of dried fruit and apple cider. It’s engagingly complex, but the palate is something quite different. An initial rush of sweetness quickly gives way to an utter smoke bomb — think a campfire full of smoldering cedar trees — with a pungent, ashy finish. A far different experience than a sultry Islay, Brimstone ends up brash and in your face, like a blast of cigar smoke blown in your direction. An extremely divisive whisky, your enjoyment of it is entirely dependent on your position in regards to licking ashtrays. (2017 review) - drinkhacker.com

    "Ultimate surfing for the peat head" 93 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2020

    ...Strange name, Brimstone, isn’t it another name for sulphur? This is blue maize whisky that’s been smoked afterwards, meaning that it’s the distillate that was smoked using oak, not the maize. It’s very young but was fully matured under Texas’ very hot and dry climate. Colour: reddish amber. Nose: it’s not quite whisky at first nosing, rather a kind of strong liqueur, very tarry, such as the famous Finnish tar liqueur (Tervasnapsi). There’s also a lot of roasted bacon and some very distinct notes of hot wood (just sawn using a very fast power saw). In short, BBQ! Also more and more smoked tea, yes, a full tanker of laspang souchong. I must say I enjoy this nose, not only because it’s so unlikely. With water: more exhaust gas (from a ’70 shovelhead, hum-hum). Mouth (neat): again, it’s very unlikely but it’s really fun and very pleasant if you like liquorice. Because it’s extremely liquoricy, you may eat three bags of liquorice allsorts and you wont even come close to this. Touches of Cynar or Fernet Branca. Thick mouth feel. With water: some notes of rum develop, molasses, reduced corn syrup… and always a lot of liquorice. Finish: long, spicier. Sweet curry, red Thai sauce, cloves, aniseed, wood smoke… Comments: it’s very experimental but it’s balanced, which is all that counts. I especially like the fact that it doesn’t seem that it’s the wood as such that does all the talking. Well done, this is really fun! 85 points - whiskyfun.com

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    Balcones 1 Classic Edition Texas Single Malt American Whisky (700ml)
    Waco, Texas, UNITED STATES
    Reduced from $140.00
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 53%

    Resembles bright polished copper in the glass. The nose is noticeably less sweet than the rest of the Balcones on offer and comes across quite Bourbon like with its strong vanillin oak, water biscuit opening whiff. There are hints of orange zest and confectionary (gobstopper) here too. The palate unfolds in similar fashion offering fine tuned, bitter sweet flavours of caramel, drying oak and a faintly oily texture, followed by a drier still, gently tannic aftertaste with hints of vanilla and confectionary persisting. 53% Alc./Vol. 2013 batch tasted.

    Other reviews... [Batch SM 20-1 tasted 2020] Dried leaves, toasted nuts, and plenty of fresh oak emerge from this big, broad-shouldered malt that ably handles all the new oak that's been thrown at it, with the solid wood structure propping up pretty orange pekoe tea, buttered toast, biscuity malt, caramel, and chocolate flavors. Finishes with dark toasted spices and anise. A distinctly oaky, American interpretation of single malt that is both bold and balanced. (5,000 bottles) 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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    Bardstown Bourbon Co. Fusion Series #9 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $159. 99
    Bottle
    $1919.88 Dozen
    ABV: 48.4%

    Originally blending sourced whiskeys, the Bardstown Bourbon Co. has been releasing small amounts of its own Bourbon under the Fusion Series label since 2019. Essentially, these are sourced whiskeys married with increasing amounts of their own stocks across nine different editions. The Fusion Series culminated in 2022 when it was discontinued, giving way to the distillery's own output under the Origin Series label. A small parcel of the final edition has made it to Australia and we received a small sample. The whiskey's sweetish nose is contrasted by a slightly drier-rye feel to the delivery, akin to eating dark rye bread, but with a buttery topping to help you chew through it. In this case, the oiliness of the spirit combined with a dollop of vanilla serve the same effect. Delicate mint adds a final rye flourish before wood tannins narrow down the finish. Stylish.  48.4% Alc./Vol.  

    Other reviews... Very high rye personality but just never seems to get the balance right. That said, intermittently a pretty delicious experience when the rye does get a clear run. 89 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

    ...The Fusion Series swan song, billed as their “favorite creation to date,” features a similar mix of sourced 12-year-old Kentucky (30%) and house-distilled bourbon with the BBCo. portion comprising a four grain mashbill paired with a rye bourbon, again both four years old. Fittingly, the nose on this one is the most mature I’ve yet encountered; less bright and fruity, more sultry and wood-driven. That’s not to say it’s oaky in the least. In fact, it’s surprisingly gentle with airy layers of torched sugar, Andes Mints, and pecan pie. The palate is approachable and well-balanced with an early, warming baking spice that carries across the sip, enhanced by notes of rich caramel sauce, milk chocolate fudge, RedHots, and buttery snickerdoodles. The finish is lush with a black pepper spice and slowly fading notes of dark cherry, tobacco, and cola. A fitting sendoff for an impressive series. 96.8 proof - drinkhacker.com

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    Bardstown Bourbon Co. Discovery Series #9 Blended American Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $240. 00
    Bottle
    $2880.00 Dozen
    ABV: 56.25%

    A blend with the majority sourced from Georgia (35%), then Kentucky (31%), 17 year old Tennessee whiskey (19%), and Canadian whiskey (15%) making up the remainder. The flavours here seem to sit on the fence. At first it feels more like a corn-heavy Bourbon, then the rye ups the ante. Medium dry flavours pack decent concentration, trailing off with vanilla bean, peppery warmth and lots of bittersweet mint chocolate. Fades dryish, medium long and oaky. 56.25% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Toastier and woodier than Discovery #8, this blend has a bit more gravity and a considerably different — albeit still engaging — character. Malty and a bit bready on the nose, the whiskey moves over time from a pastoral aroma to one that is somewhat austere and a bit leathery. Much of that follows over to the palate, where the malty elements soon give way to a sharp citrus character, orange and lemon peel, then tobacco and more spice notes. This feels surprisingly hotter than #8, despite being lower in proof. Red pepper gives the finish some lingering burn, with cloves, ginger, and sesame oil coming on strong. Overall, it’s a bold and somewhat burly whiskey that offers plenty to love — if you can take the heat. 112.5 proof. - drinkhacker.com

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    Bardstown Bourbon Co. Origin Series Bottled In Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $149. 99
    Bottle
    $1799.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    Aged six years and distilled from a mash of 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley. The fairly pedestrian Bourbon bouquet develops a growing sense of maturity as it unfolds with vanilla wafers, peaches and pecan pie, cola, fresh-cut American oak and a lovely oily orange zest undercurrent that follows onto the palate. Displays a relatively dry, taut elegance not often encountered in this segment. A classy side of Kentucky. 50% Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 50ml sample.

    Other reviews... Think of walking in a prairie meadow at a state fair, the wind curving slight hints of grain, and then an explosion of cotton candy, marshmallow, and florals. Initial earth turns to powerful notes of smoked paprika, maple, salted caramel, and fried bread. Every note is pronounced and beautiful. A strong and long finish follows with an amalgamation of everything tasted, and then cinnamon appears out of nowhere. (Kentucky only) 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ... The corn and wheat are reportedly locally sourced in Kentucky. The nose has an impressive depth to it with notes of leather, dark honey, warm cornbread, and buttery caramels. The palate is considerably bigger than the standard bourbon with rich notes of caramelized sugar, macaroons, and dark cocktail cherry. A bit of barrel char and seasoned oak keep things from skewing too sugary. The finish is well-spiced, simmering at length with fresh cracked pepper and cinnamon. 100 proof. - drinkhacker.com

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    Bardstown Bourbon Co. WVGBC Infrared Cherry Oak Barrel Finish Blended Rye Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $240. 00
    Bottle
    $2880.00 Dozen
    ABV: 55%

    Nestled in Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World, the Bardstown Bourbon Company is a new breed of whiskey maker, building a reputation for innovation while honouring tradition. The company blends Bourbon and Irish Whiskey, Canadian Whiskey and Bourbon or Bourbon and Rye as well as experimenting with a wide range of wood finishes. This bottling is a case in point: Their first cooperage collaboration, celebrating the equally forward-thinking West Virginia Great Barrel Company. A synergy in modern production led to a custom blend aged in cherry wood barrels toasted with infrared technology.

    According to drinkhacker.com, "The barrels are composed of alternating staves of lightly toasted cherry oak, medium toasted cherry oak, and the more common American oak. However, it’s the final distinctive detail that gets top billing on the bottle – those toasted staves were created using infrared technology. In speaking with Bardstown Bourbon Company’s VP of Hospitality and Product Development Dan Callaway, he told me that the idea behind utilizing infrared toasting was to reduce the tannins from a second barreling. "We were looking for a cooperage to innovate with on barrel maturation and we found the infrared toasted cherry wood was a perfect match for 95/5 rye,” Dan says. “I started about 1.5 years ago and did tons of experiments with bourbon and rye, as well as different toasts.”

    We received a 50ml sample. Being a blend of 6 year old Indiana rye with 12 year old Canadian whiskey, this is not exactly a mainstream style. Some of the usual sharpness and definition of the grain feels like it's been soaked up by the oak, yet even from our small taste, the flavour saturation is impressive. Medium spices and bitter dark chocolate rise to moderate the sugars, closing with a mouth coating, oily finish. Is it more like a rye or is it more like a Bourbon? Either way, it's a fascinating take. 55% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Wow, I don’t understand the mad scientist stuff they’re doing at Bardstown, with different types of oak, infrared trickery, and bringing the Canadians into this, but it’s working because Bardstown Bourbon Company West Virginia Great Barrel Company Rye is one of the best rye’s I’ve ever had. It’s almost a crime that I got a free media sample of something this good. - thewhiskeyshelf.com

    Notes from the producers... Almond, cinnamon, potpourri, and baked cherry circle traditional rye notes of mint and herbal tea. A luscious mouthfeel leads to a luxurious balance between lightly tannic oak and rich berry compote.

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    Bardstown Bourbon Co. Collaborative Series Foursquare Blended American Whiskey (750ml)
    UNITED STATES
    $240. 00
    Bottle
    $2880.00 Dozen
    ABV: 53.5%

    "...a near-perfect marriage, taking the success of their initial foray into rum-finishing and ratcheting it up a few degrees." - drinkhacker.com

    Ninety per cent of this whiskey is seven year old Indiana rye, with the remainder a seventeen year old Tennessee Bourbon. Both were aged for 23 months in x-Foursquare rum barrels from Barbados. The molasses influence is undeniable but not overdone, with just enough whiskey character retained. A 50ml sample kicks off like a high-end rum on the nose, then turns more Bourbonesque. First taste is deliciously rum-like; the second pass builds with Bourbon wood spices, followed by notes of molasses cake, raw sugar, cinnamon and light fruit cake. Unconventional, but this combination really works. 53.5% Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 50ml sample.

    Other reviews... Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Collaborative Series has been a source of many interesting and creative finished whiskeys over the past few years. In 2022 they released a 10 year old Tennessee bourbon finished for 23 months in Plantation Rum barrels to great results... Foursquare interestingly uses a 7 year old rye as its base whiskey component. In the early days of rum finished whiskey, bourbon was the most common base whiskey being used. But here along with Fortuitous Union, both have utilized rye. Perhaps both companies are looking for a more interesting interplay between their base spirit and their rum influence. The rye spice is apparent throughout, contrasting with the rum notes, throwing balance to the wayside, and ultimately making for a more dynamic sip. By keeping its Foursquare notes in check, this might be an example of taming the beast in order to reap the rewards. The palate manages to nicely delegate its Foursquare flavor notes throughout its sip and with good intensity. As with the Plantation Rum finished bourbon, the Foursquare finished whiskey also struggles a bit on the tail-end of its finish. It’s not as molasses-filled or rich as you’d expect, and more dry and oaky. Bardstown’s Foursquare finished whiskey is on par with their Plantation Rum finished bourbon. Both offer similar flavor profiles, but each offers its own nuances. The Foursquare finished whiskey’s rye component is definitely noticeable as is its 17 year old Tennessee bourbon component. These components don’t necessarily make for a better whiskey, but one with more going on beyond its rum finish. - breakingbourbon.com

    ...A wonderfully complex bouquet greets the nose as the silky influence of Barbadian rum rushes out of the glass before a shake of rye spice introduces a mint note which is soon followed by milk chocolate, toasted almond, and a waxy plum aroma. On the palate there’s a lush dose of dark chocolate peppered with some of the rye spice from the nose. Though the flavors aren’t as complex as the aromas, it delivers with a depth that makes this release eminently enjoyable. There’s a dash of nutmeg-powdered raisins on the middle of the tongue before the finish unveils tobacco leaf and a measured dollop of molasses indicative of the rum cask’s influence. The texture is just dense enough to avoid being dull, but it’s on the lengthy finish, which is replete with plantain chips and white pepper, where this pour truly soars. For rum fans and whiskey drinkers alike, this new Bardstown Bourbon Company Collaborative Series expression is a near-perfect marriage, taking the success of their initial foray into rum-finishing and ratcheting it up a few degrees. Wedding the two worlds works exceedingly well here, showcasing the best of both in a single bottle that is more than worth a try. - drinkhacker.com

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    Basil Haydens Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $73. 99
    Bottle
    $887.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    The recipe for this Bourbon dates back to 1796, when Basil Hayden himself was a Master Distiller. Hayden was born and raised in Maryland, where he learned to make whisky from rye. When he came to Kentucky, Hayden began using a base of corn, but added a higher percentage of rye than other distillers, resulting in a smooth, mild bourbon that was distinctly his own. Nowadays Beam employ a mash bill of 63% corn, 27% rye and 10% malted barley, which is reportedly very close to the original.

    Other reviews... Light amber color. Sweet corn, toffee, nuts and charred wood aromas have a lean edge. Round, vibrant entry leads to a dry medium-to full-bodied palate with somewhat lean oak, corn, and caramel flavors. Finishes with a warm wave of toffee, spice, and drying wood. 88 points -  tastings.com

    ...Interesting that the label says “Artfully Aged,” yet there’s no actual age statement. Lively nose, good rye snap and spice, a bit of mint and oaky edge. Not hot, well-behaved on the tongue, and happily gives back everything taken on the nose. Sweet, spicy, and easy to like, this is whiskey without flaw, well-done and tasty, if not overly ambitious or challenging. 85 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Lew Bryson (Fall 2014)

    ...Pretty old gold/amber color; superb purity. First whiffs encounter small measures of dusty dry cereal grains and black pepper; another six minutes of air contact unleash slightly grander aromas of saddle leather, toasted marshmallow and cooking spice (tarragon, parsley). Entry is gentlemanly, clean, understated and off-dry; midpalate offers moderately generous tastes of oak resin, English toffee/saltwater taffy and light, fresh honey. Concludes light as a feather and agreeably simple. While I think that this latest incarnation shows some fleeting character and stuffing, I recommend BH solely for bourbon newcomers and NOT for old hand bourbon drinkers who are used to big-hearted, rip-snortin’ whiskey. Veteran bourbon devotees won’t care for it, thinking it feeble. I understand that it was designed specifically for novices and the three people in the U.S. who appreciate ethereal bourbon, which by its nature is meant to be robust. - spiritjournal.com

    Classic Cocktail: The Old Fashioned. The first use of the specific name 'Old Fashioned' was for a Bourbon whiskey cocktail in the 1880s, at the Pendennis Club, a gentlemen’s club in Louisville, Kentucky. The recipe is said to have been invented by a bartender at that club, and popularized by a club member and bourbon distiller, Colonel James E. Pepper, who brought it to the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel bar in New York City. When properly made, this cocktail can represent the pinnacle of the bartenders trade. When done improperly, which is more often the case, it can be a disaster of mediocrity. One of the oldest recipes known going by the name of Old Fashioned, comes from 'Modern American Drinks' by George J. Kappeler, published in 1895: “Dissolve a small lump of sugar with a little water in a whiskey-glass; add two dashes Angostura bitters, a small piece ice, a piece lemon-peel, one jigger whiskey. Mix with small bar-spoon and serve, leaving spoon in glass”. This very closely resembles the recipe which you should be served by a modern day bartender, but for reasons that are just a little unclear, you will generally be served something totally different.

    1/2 Orange Slice, 1 cube of sugar, 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters, 60ml Basil Hayden's Bourbon whiskey (or Rye Whiskey)

    Method: Muddle orange, sugar, bitters together until the sugar is mostly dissolved. Fill glass with ice, then add the whiskey. Garnish with a marachino cherry, and perhaps an additional orange slice. Serve with a swizzle stick and/or straw. - notes partially sourced from www.drinkboy.com

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    Bib & Tucker 6 Year Old Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $159. 99
    Bottle
    $1919.88 Dozen
    ABV: 46%
    A new brand from a new spirits bottler, this is another selection from the 35 Maple Street Spirit Co., purveyors of Masterson’s Rye Whiskey and Kirk & Sweeney Rum (also listed on this site). The company actually resides in Sonoma, California where they hold the title of “spirits division” for The Other Guys (TOG) wine company.

    WhiskyCast’s Mark Gillespie explains, "35 Maple Street, a California-based spirits company headed by August Sebastiani of the legendary California winemaking family, has finally entered the Bourbon business with the launch of Bib & Tucker Small Batch... 35 Maple Street is most well known for its Masterson’s range of Canadian whiskies, which have won a number of honors in the Canadian Whisky Awards and other competitions. However, the company has been working on launching Bib & Tucker for more than 18 months... much of the delay has been caused by problems in sourcing the custom glass bottles for the whisky."

    The amber bottles include custom embossing, and certainly are eyecatching offering an old time look and feel that's bound to attract some, regardless of what's in the bottle.
    The bourbon itself is crafted from a mash of 70% corn, 26% rye and 4% malted barley. The grains, which were harvested in late 2006 and early 2007, were distilled twice - first through a column still and then through an old fashioned copper pot still. Following distillation, the bourbon was matured in No. 1 charred American white oak barrels for a minimum of six years (the average age of the bourbon is actually 7.5 years, however). The brand name revives a phrase from America’s rough and tumble early days, when the term “bib & tucker” was used to describe your finest attire, the kind you’d wear to a wedding or special dance.

    Tasting note: Deep polished copper. Drier styled aromatics open with charry oak, white pepper, muted vanilla, becoming sweeter with air as dilute maple syrup and pancake evolve. Almost creamy in the mouth, medium dry with cough lozenge, fresh sawn pine and a quasi peppermint-like finish. Subtle liquorice bullets in the aftertaste? Decidedly different and all the more enjoyable for it! 46% Alc./Vol.
    • Limit Three per customer
    • ABV may vary
    • Batch may vary
    Bookers Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $120. 00
    Bottle
    $1440.00 Dozen
    ABV: 63.3%

    Note: This is typically around 60%, however the ABV may vary from batch to batch.

    In 1988, Booker Noe, Grandson of Jim Beam introduced his own signature bourbon - 'Booker's'- hand-selected and bottled straight from the barrel, uncut and unfiltered. He first created 'Booker's' as a holiday gift for his special friends, but the whiskey was so well received that he decided to make it available to bourbon lovers worldwide. This remains Beam's flagship brand and is packaged to show it.

    Other reviews... Rich copper color. Toffee and earthy, oily roasted peanut aromas. A rich entry leads to a vibrant off-dry full-bodied palate with toasted coconut, toffee, dried fruit, brown spice, white pepper, and wood polish flavors. Finishes with a chewy tannic fade of rich spice and dried fruits. A big brawny style with fire and remarkable balance. Opens and smooth out great with water. Try with cigars.  89 points - tastings.com

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    Buffalo Trace Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    Reduced from $62.99
    $57. 99
    Bottle
    $695.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    For over 200 years, Buffalo Trace Distillery has been defined by a dedication to one craft: making fine American whiskey. By honouring tradition and embracing change, it has earned its place of leadership among the legendary spirits producers of the world and is now recognised as the World’s Most Awarded Distillery.

    The venture produces a wide range of whiskeys using three different mash bills: one light rye, one heavy rye and a third flavoured with wheat. They've developed different products by aging those three mash bills to meet various grades and price points. At Buffalo Trace, that translates into at least fifteen labels: W. L. Weller, Eagle Rare, George T.Stagg and Old Rip Van Winkle (amongst others), and that's not counting many reserve and limited-release variants.

    While the mash bills contribute to the flavour, the more significant differentiation among brands takes place in century-old warehouses. Constructed of massive wood beams and covered by a brick shell, these structures allow the alternating cooling and warming of Kentucky's four distinct seasons to mature the bourbon by nature's timetable. Steam pumped throughout the warehouses during the extreme cold of winter compensates for the dramatic drops in temperature and gives the whiskey additional cycles in and out of the wood. This is said to make for a more balanced bourbon as the liquid is able to take additional advantage of the natural sugars occurring in the charred barrels. The distillery was the first to use this method of aging in 1859 and has been doing so ever since.

    The warehouses were built in the 1900s and represent diverse architectural styles. Consequently, their designs and location on the property contribute to the significant differences in the whiskey coming from each. Certain floors within a given warehouse produce better whiskey than others do. For example, the fourth and fifth floors of Warehouse C and the fourth through sixth floors of Warehouses I and K produce the company's best. It's these locations which have been reserved for the maturation of Buffalo Trace.

    The brand itself was born only relatively recently. In 1999, visitors to the newly named and renovated distillery asked, “Why isn’t there a bourbon called ‘Buffalo Trace?" In response, Elmer T. Lee ventured into the best floors in the best warehouses to find some of the finest barrels that really matched up with his views on what a full-bodied, robust Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey should taste like. The result was what consumers enjoy today, batched from no more than 40 barrels at a time. There are two ABV variants on offer - one at 45% and this lower proof 40% bottling. The flavour profiles are pretty much identical, but as you would expect, less alcohol means a little less concentration. That said, the difference isn't huge, and what you miss out on is made up for in dollar savings. The style moves away from macho Bourbon, aligning with the feminine elegance of whiskeys like Evan Williams Single Barrel. As an affordable, middle-tier offering, it's also deceptively complex. The rye is evident but balanced by softer, sweeter notes like vanilla wafers, toasted sponge cake, cherry chocolate and just plain old, high-quality American oak. This expression doesn't boast super length, but it is incredibly easy to drink. Our preference is uncut (too much water makes it a little 'peachy' and the more nuanced notes are lost). An ice cube and a comfortable chair by the barbeque is all you need to complete the picture. 

    Other reviews... The first thing that hit me about this bottling was how the oils and the lingering richer notes were a little duller. So, after nosing, I checked the bottle. And sure enough, the strength had been lowered from 45% to 40%, a whopping drop of 10 proof. That is a significant change and will mean the finishes will never quite linger as they once did due to the oil being broken. However, in the case of this bottling, richness of texture has given way to elegance. 92.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2023

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    Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $65. 99
    Bottle
    $791.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Bulleit Bourbon, "Frontier Whiskey" was originally distilled in 1830. Over the years the brand has moved from one company to another and one distillery to another. Since 1997 Bulleit has been a Seagram product and it is made at their Lawrenceburg distillery in Kentucky. It's produced with a higher proportion of rye than most other Bourbons, creating a drier more complex spirit. The distillery has its own Grain Division, which acquires distiller's grade grains grown to Bulleit's specification. Only limestone-filtered water is used during production which sees the whiskey distilled in small batches then aged for no less than six years in a single-story warehouse (which is said to reduce inconsistencies in the maturation process). In March, 2004 Bulleit Bourbon won the Gold Medal for being in the top of its class at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition - beating more expensive and better known premium bourbons such as Knob Creek, Maker's Mark and Jim Beam Black. Beautifully packaged in an award winning 1880s replica bottle design.

    Tasting note: Deep gold. Sweet with fairly pedestrian aromas (gobstopper, chewing gum, vanilla) alongside fresh sawn oak and flashes of rye. Medium weight with plenty of body and youthful appeal. Sweet corn, caramelised peach, oak shavings and a nice burst of pepper to finish. Ends drier / delicately minty with the rye shining through. Value buy. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Light and teasing nose, like mallows roasting on an open fire, plus pine nuts and vanilla. Honest folks. The faintest taste of dry oak vanishes within seconds for a rich follow-through of sweet chestnut, a bust complexity of malted barley and rye, then spice. Mildly oily, softly honeycombed and chocolatey for a chewy, bitter-sweet finale. Like all thats gone before, exceptionally well balanced and satisfying. Absolutly excellent from first to last, an essay in balance and control. I doubt if any frontier whiskey of Boone's day was half as good as this. 45% Alc/Vol.
    88 points - Jim Murray’s Whiskey Bible, 2006

    An intensely grainy bouquet. The palate entry is corny sweet and nearly honey-like; at midpalate the core flavor of sweet corn mash remains while tastes of buttered popcorn, brown sugar, and nougat expand. Finishes with a spurt of fire and lots of long, corny/grainy tastes. Should be part of every serious whiskey-lover's collection. 90-95 points. - wineenthusiast.com
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    Bulleit 95 Straight Rye Whiskey (700ml)
    Lawrenceburg, Indiana, UNITED STATES
    $75. 99
    Bottle
    $911.88 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    In 2004 Bulleit won the Gold Medal for being in the top of its class at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition - beating more expensive and better known premium bourbons such as Knob Creek, Maker's Mark and Jim Beam Black. The company has recently launched a cracking 95% rye packaged in the same award winning 1880s replica bottle design.

    Owned by Diageo, Bulleit doesn’t technically distill its Bourbon or their new Rye. They contract with other distilleries to produce both of these whiskeys (the bourbon is made at Four Roses). The new 95 Rye gets its name from the 95% rye grain mash bill from Lawrenceburg Distillers Indiana (LDI).

    Tasting note: Deep brassy gold appearance. From a freshly opened bottle, the nose takes some time to 'wake up' offering very little aroma whatsoever. Aeration gradually draws out moderate scents of stewed apple / apple peel, beeswax, mustard seed and spicy rye. Ten minutes more brings cocoa and hints of peppermint to the fore. Classic rye complexity. The palate delivers a wonderfully crisp, concentrated, spicy rye profile; mustard seed combines with dustings of dark chocolate and vanilla on the finish. Concludes with a prolonged, drying aftertaste with the spicy rye notes persisting. Cracking stuff! 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews...Only the rye from the Lawrenceburg Indiana distillery can quite conjure a perfect rye aroma such as this...Cinnamon and crunchy moscovado sugar crystal on green apple...so soft...so rigid...so unique...Exactly as the nose is fashioned, so is the delivery... But nothing compares in nose and delivery to this...in fact few whiskies in the world even get close. 45% Alc./Vol. 96 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2013size>

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    Bulleit 10 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 45.6%

    Bulleit Bourbon, "Frontier Whiskey" was originally distilled in 1830. Over the years the brand has moved from one company to another and one distillery to another. Since 1997 Bulleit has been a Seagram product and it is made at their Lawrenceburg distillery in Kentucky. Bulleit is produced with a higher proportion of rye than most other Bourbons, creating a drier more complex spirit. The distillery has its own Grain Division, which acquires distiller's grade grains grown to Bulleit's specification. Only limestone-filtered water is used during production which sees the whiskey distilled in small batches then aged for no less than six years in a single-story warehouse (which is said to reduce inconsistencies in the maturation process). In March, 2004 Bulleit Bourbon won the Gold Medal for being in the top of its class at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition - beating more expensive and better known premium bourbons such as Knob Creek, Maker's Mark and Jim Beam Black.

    Other reviews... The new, elder sibling to the standard Bulleit. It shows the Bulleit personality, but it’s deeper and drier on the nose and palate (as would be expected), with more oak, dried orchard fruit, and dark berried fruit, along with a hint of barrel char, leather, vanilla powder, and a dusting of cinnamon. I’d save this as a postprandial bourbon, and opt for the standard Bulleit as an aperitif. 86 points- - whiskyadvocate.com (Vol. 22, #2) Reviewed by: John Hansell

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    Cadenheads Original Collection A Tennessee Distillery 18 Year Old Tennessee Whisky (700ml)
    Tennessee, UNITED STATES
    $299. 00
    Bottle
    $3588.00 Dozen
    ABV: 46%

    A huge age statement rarely encountered out of Tennessee. Based on the spelling of "whisky" on the label, we would anticipate it to be from Dickel as opposed to JD which also aligns with previous Cadenheads releases. Early shellac dominates the aromas, so give it five minutes to come good with enticing scents of ginger beer, carpenter's shop and background caramel and vanilla. Those notes translate onto the palate as fruit and cinnamon bread, brown sugar and butterscotch followed by a pleasingly astringent charry oak finish leaving rich vanillas, ginger cake and maple syrup in its wake. This fully mature, stately, elegant Tennessee bottling has the refinement and body of a single malt. Coupled with a serious age statement, it should appeal to collectors and drinkers alike. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Notes from the bottlers... Nose: Vanilla pods, salted caramel, honeysuckle. Flavour: Caramel latte, honeycomb, milk chocolate. Finish: Root ginger, sweetened butter, many layers of sweetness. Its soft nature partly due to the Lincoln County process that's required by State law.

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    Cedar Ridge Small Batch Single Malt American Whiskey (700ml)
    Iowa, UNITED STATES
    Reduced from $120.00
    $89. 99
    Bottle
    $1079.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Other reviews... Hot tropical fruit, warm band-aids, and a mix of Dum-Dum lollipops in the nose. More sweet and creamy on the palate, with a hint of the band-aids, and dry grip of oak at the end. A fairly quick drink, but a clean and layered one. 84 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Lew Bryson 2015

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    McCarthy's Oregon Single Malt American Whiskey (700ml)
    Oregon, UNITED STATES
    $149. 99
    Bottle
    $1799.88 Dozen
    ABV: 42.5%

    Clear Creek Distillery was something of a pioneer of Single Malt American whisky in the 1990s. The distillery's focus began with traditional European brandy-making techniques sourcing the finest fruit from Oregon orchards to produce eaux de vie, grappas and brandies. With the same German pot stills, McCarthy's single malt transpired from a mash of peated Scottish barley - think Lagavulin in style, according to the distillers. Initial maturation takes place in old sherry casks followed by time in barrels made from air-dried Oregon oak. 42.5% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... This effusive and characterful whiskey is dominated by bright notes of apple skin, dried orange peel, and dried grass. The finish has some bitterness with marzipan and freshly cut oak taking over from the fruit and earth-dominated mid-palate. 92 points - Excellent, Highly Recommended - Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2021

    Other reviews... A blast of peat bonfire starts on the nose, before moving into more subtle peat on the palate. Here it creates a delicate overlay to notes of vanilla, toasted marshmallow, peaches and cream, dried red fruits, and pepper. The finish offers length, more dried red fruits, peat, and peppery spice, with an earthy note of char at the end. Delicate, refined, and balanced, particularly in light of its relative youth. (6,192 bottles) 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: David Fleming 2020

    ...Hook me up a mask so I can breathe this one in all day...An American masterpiece - and now an institution'. 94.5 points. - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2011

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    Colonel E.H. Taylor 100 Proof Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) - Whiskey Hunt Australia Selection
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $299. 00
    Bottle
    $3588.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    This is the first time WHA have secured an E.H. Taylor for their Barrel Select series. Distilled on the 13th of March 2013 and bottled in December 2022 at nine years and nine months, it earns its single cask classification delivering the kind of character and poise you'd expect from a high performance 15 year old. One minor quibble might be a delicate bittersweetness through the middle stage, but that's eclipsed by some beautifully expressed American oak, the palate unfolding with creamy vanillas, cherry chocolate, candied orange and hints of apple-laced rye. The balance is excellent, and the oily texture lingers, extending the aftertaste of cinnamon, vanilla and charry oak. Our tasting was limited to a 15ml sample. Knowing how these Bourbons can develop we'd expect it to be better again after air contact. Like most WHA bottlings the only downside is the tiny yield with just 156 bottles imported to Australia. 50% Alc./Vol. Collectable.

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    Colonel E.H. Taylor 100 Proof Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    Reduced from $240.00
    $149. 99
    Bottle
    $1799.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    "the epitome of truly great Bourbon." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2023

    These BIB releases are what Australian Bourbon lovers really miss out on. Even if you can find them, the prices are often prohibitive. Score one as good as this and the deal gets sweeter. From a fresh bottle, it's a little prickly and smells like varnish, leather and hazelnuts, but later goes deeply caramelly, nutty, dried fruit and Bounty Bar-like after additional exposure. Spirity and warm, though not without a serious injection of sugars; by mid palate it turns buttery, maple-like, rounded, even soft. The finish offers toasted tea biscuits, bitter chocolate, crushed mint and a gentle, oaky astringency. The reigned-in spirit is nicely harmonised and the quality of the wood really shines. You have to love the evolving character of this ballsy, compelling, and at moments, luscious Bourbon that demands patience to show its very best. 50% Alc./Vol. No mash bill stated.

    Other reviews... "Just balances out so beautifully." 94.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2021 / "...the epitome of truly great Bourbon..." 97 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2023

    F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating: 5 stars/Highest Recommendation.

    ...The mouthfeel is nicely balanced and more floral than I expected based on the nose. Overall fantastic in terms of being not too heavy, not too light, just the perfect balance that allows you to hold it in your mouth and really chew on it. It’s not overly complex, but that doesn’t make it any less enjoyable... E.H. Taylor Small Batch is really a contrasting bourbon. On one hand you have a really full-flavored bourbon that can almost go head to head with it’s bigger brother E.H. Taylor Single Barrel and holds it’s own. On the other hand you're paying slightly more for the presentation of the packaging for the bourbon it contains. While I wish this sold for [a little] less, there’s no denying that it’s a really solid bourbon that most individuals will enjoy. The palate is delectable and sans the heavy alcohol upfront, the overall flavor profile is enjoyable. If you haven’t had a chance to experience this yet make sure to seek it out, as it truly is a good introduction into the E.H. Taylor line of whiskeys. - breakingbourbon.com

    2013 Double Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition
    2013 Chairman’s Trophy Finalist - Ultimate Spirits Challenge
    2013 Extraordinary/Ultimate Recommendation – Ultimate Spirits Challenge

    • Nick's Import
    Crown Royal Regal Apple Flavoured Canadian Whisky (1000ml)
    CANADA
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 35%
    A blend infused with Regal Gala apples resulting in a delicious Canadian whisky with notes of crisp orchard fruit.

    Notes from the producers... The palate is slightly tart with crisp, apple balanced with caramel & light spice, finishing with crisp apple and a hint of sweetness. 35% Alc./Vol.
    Eagle Rare 17 Year Old 2020 Release Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $2499. 00
    Bottle
    $29988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50.5%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    Other reviews...
    A delightful mélange of flavors on the nose—new leather, orange peel, angel food cake, orange Creamsicle, cooked peaches, sweetened ice tea, dark chocolate, nutmeg, and allspice. A well-structured, full-bodied palate starts with earthy notes of warehouse and then lets fly with flavors of blackberry tart, nutmeg, pepper, and semi-sweet chocolate. A lighter but superbly balanced finish adds more dark chocolate, roasted pecans, cherry, tobacco, pepper, and beautifully integrated oak. 50.5% Alc./Vol. 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: David Fleming (Winter 2020)

    ...This year’s release of Eagle Rare 17 Year again sees 101 proof and ups the ante by carrying an 18 year old age statement as evidenced by the Fact Sheet from Buffalo Trace that accompanies the release. 18 years in oak can be tricky, as this much time aging can often leave a bourbon dominated by more oaky and earthy flavors. While aged oak is ever present throughout the sip and earthy flavors specifically in the finish remind you of Eagle Rare 17 Year's age, the bourbon is also full of wonderful nuanced flavors. The nose brings forth a complexity that reveals its layered nuances as you spend more time with it, while the palate delivers a great mix of dark fruits and sweet baking flavors that intertwine nicely together. All of this taken together delivers a well rounded sip on par with Eagle Rare 17 Year pours in recent memory. - breakingbourbon.com

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    Eagle Rare 10 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    Reduced from $125.00
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    "One soaring, beautiful eagle." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible

    We first tasted Eagle Rare in 2006 when it was labelled 'Single Barrel'. As of 2019, that changed to a multi-barrel blend with a ten year old age statement. It remains a standout value - an American whiskey with the unusual credentials of maintaining a reputation for exceptional quality while being relatively easy to come by. The profile confirms a #1 Mashbill from Buffalo Trace, which is reported to be low rye (10% or less), yielding notes of caramel, new charred oak, liquorice bullets, cocoa and peppermint rock lollies plus cinnamon in support. The complexity grows with time. Re-tasted from a 20ml sample, it's lean on entry, but fills out beautifully into a medium-bodied, chewy whiskey with muted rye spices before vanilla and Bounty Bar flood the finish, the sugars checked by balancing oak and more creamy vanillas. Ever reliable and better than many Bourbons at twice its price, Eagle Rare remains hard to beat. 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... One soaring, beautiful eagle. 95.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2021

    ...Rich amber color. Sweet dried orange peel, spicy honey, coconut fruit, and a touch of shellac. A fresh, smooth entry leads to an off-dry, rich full-bodied palate with even toffee, macerated cherry, nut, and brown spice flavors. Finishes with a sweet spicy fade of dried fruits, vanilla and oak. Great balance and vitality. International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal 92 points (Exceptional)  - tastings.com

    ...Right from the start, this whiskey shows itself as fresh, balanced, and restrained. Aromas of citrus and apple kick things off, with plenty of rye-driven baking spice filling in the cracks. There’s plenty of vanilla and caramel in the mix, too — all hallmarks of well-aged (but not overly old) bourbon. The palate is lightly sweet and soothing — almost soft, despite its 45% abv — with butterscotch and caramel apple notes dominant. A very light oak influence pervades, though again this feels restrained and well-integrated with the rest of the experience. The finish folds in a note of chocolate banana cream, and concludes on a rolling, lingering, and lightly fruity note with plenty of baking spice in the mix. Soothing and lush, it’s one of my favorite bourbons that also happens to be very easily obtainable. - drinkhacker.com

    ... Nose: leathery and honied...Taste: at first sweet corn, then a gradual build up of spices…long, lots of vanilla threading through…just one of those effortlessly brilliant whiskeys that seem to get it right without trying… 94 points - Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2006.

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    Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $135. 00
    Bottle
    $1620.00 Dozen
    ABV: 47%

    Number 7 in Whisky Advocate's Top 20 for 2020.

    Launched by Heaven Hill in the USA in early 2020, Elijah Craig Rye is made with a traditional mash bill of 51% rye, 35% corn and 14% malted barley. It's the same 'barely legal' recipe they use for whiskeys like Pikesville and Rittenhouse Rye, so called because it contains the bare minimum amount of rye required by law. Because the dominant secondary grain is corn, the flavour profile is reported to be quite similar to what might be expected from a Bourbon - which hooks into rye's popular resurgence. Hardcore Bourbon drinkers are being won over by whiskeys like this. Extra-aging remains a tenet of the Elijah Craig portfolio, and this is no exception. Expect a spicy sharpness from the rye balanced by sweetness from the corn. Llike the rest of the range, it comes packaged in the brand's iconic bottle shape. 47% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Elijah Craig always impresses with value, but until now has been confined to bourbon. This foray into rye whiskey sticks close to Elijah Craig's bourbon roots by using only the minimum-required 51% rye in its formulation; however, it does achieve a nice departure in flavor. Aromas include butterscotch, caramel-nut clusters, and peppery spice. The spice ramps up on the palate, carried forward by the full body, hearty proof, and mouth-coating texture, as cherry cola, baking chocolate, and darker fruits emerge. Priced a notch below comparable peers, this rye delivers powerful flavors that feel excitingly untamed, and will impress bourbon and rye lovers alike. 94 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...Superbly made. And as relaxed yet beautifully busy as ol' Earl Scruggs on his banjo. And just as note perfect. 94.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible.

    ...Elijah Craig Rye's combination of a flavor profile with mass appeal, great price, and recognizable branding makes it a contender for becoming one of the most popular ryes on the market. Many people are already familiar with the Elijah Craig brand, so it makes perfect sense that Heaven Hill would introduce a rye to sit beside its popular Small Batch Bourbon counterpart. Put simply, Elijah Craig Rye is light and approachable, but it also lacks complexity and oak influence which I think will make it come across as somewhat boring to seasoned rye drinkers. While it may not wow anyone with its mild intensity of flavors, its approachability, recognizable branding, and ultimately its price point, will serve it well. - breakingbourbon.com

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    • Nick's Import
    Elijah Craig 12 Year Old Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey (700ml) - Batch A120
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $399. 00
    Bottle
    $4788.00 Dozen
    ABV: 68.3%

    "Arguably the best Barrel Proof release to date". - drinkhacker.com

    Fans of full-proof, super-charged Kentucky styles will be keen to get their hands on this. Although there's too little to justify opening a bottle to review, Batch A120 is by several reports a phenomenal follow up to the acclaimed A119, but even more skewed towards palates that can handle the heat. If you loved A119 and agree it's is the way Bourbon ought to be bottled, you'll find this batch equally satisfying. The proof is marginally higher again. The critics are also closely aligned (it gets the same 94 point rating as A119 from whiskyadvocate, which is most people's 96+).

    Made from a mash bill of 78% corn, 12% malted barley and 10% rye and designed to showcase the variety and complexity of Heaven Hill's finest stocks, for those new to the Barrel Proof series, three batches have been offered every year since 2013. Each is identified with a code in the form XMYY, where X is A, B, or C to designate the first, second, and third batches, respectively. M is the month and YY is the year. Thus, A120 was the first batch of 2020 released in January. As always, uncut, straight from the barrel, non-chill filtered and hoarded by collectors, the quantities imported remain negligible. There's no guarantee on future shipments. Winners will be need to be quick on the draw. Limited to one bottle per customer. 68.3% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... An herbal nose featuring menthol, eucalyptus, and horehound is endowed with plenty of earthy oak, evoking sawmill, empty wine casks, and dusty floorboards. Generous oak courses through the palate, the drying tannins reining in the dense sweetness as the whiskey brandishes bold spices, including allspice, pepper, and clove. Water gives this bourbon much needed room to run, revealing greater polish and rich layers of flavor. 94 points - whiskyadvocate.com - reviewed by: Jeffery Lindenmuth 2020

    ...Spoiler alert: A120 is going to be one of the more coveted expressions in this collection. While some of the ECBP releases can sometimes be overwhelming on the wood front, A120 finds a unique sense of balance. On the nose, there’s plenty of (at over 68% abv) heat here, but it masks a note of fresh-cut lumber that pairs deftly with spearmint, cherry pits, and smoky coal fire. It’s a blazer on the tongue, but incredibly expressive with counterbalancing notes of butterscotch and red pepper, raspberry and spice. Surprisingly approachable at full proof, water is a clear benefit, but only a couple of drops. This really brings out the fruity notes in the whiskey, along with a milk chocolate note that lingers on the finish. I had a hard time balancing the water here, as even a few drops too much will water the whiskey down too far. All told, it’s arguably the best Barrel Proof release to date. - Christopher Null, drinkhacker.com

    ....The first 2020 batch of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof delivers all the classic flavors you’ve come to expect. Rich in okay and sweeter sugary flavors, Batch A120 delivers a well rounded but fiery sip. The proof shines through, especially in the long lingering heat that develops in the finish. It’s not the best showing for the brand, however it’s also far from the worst and should please most Elijah Craig and high proof bourbon fans alike. - breakingbourbon.com

    Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $94. 99
    Bottle
    $1139.88 Dozen
    ABV: 47%
    Elijah Craig are another of Heaven Hill's successful brands. When a surge in popularity for the 12 year led to an inability to meet demand, it was removed from US shelves in 2016 (no surprise, age statements are now sought after). The core whiskey has since been re-labelled “Small Batch". Typically made from a mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye and 12% malted barley, rumour has it this contains a fair proportion of whiskeys in the 8-12 year old range.

    Other reviews... A solid, basic bourbon, with pure sweetness, honey, marzipan, and wildflower notes. The sweet drive is nicely backed with drying oak on the pronounced finish, like sucking on a sweet and woody cherry Popsicle stick. A simple and enjoyable crowd pleaser, and smaller sibling to the Barrel Proof, our 2017 Whisky of the Year. 87 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jeffery Lindenmuth (Fall 2018)
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    • Nick's Import
    Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $109. 99
    Bottle
    $1319.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    "...you can buy me a dozen of these roses any day of the week." - breakingbourbon.com

    If you're a Bourbon drinker whose still not familiar with Four Roses, then your time has come. The brand dates back to the 1860s and was one of the few to survive Prohibition, becoming the best-selling bourbon in the U.S. through the 1930s and '50s. Decades later it was an export-only product and became difficult to procure until 2002, when Japanese brewing giant, Kirin purchased the Four Roses brand and re-introduced it to the United States.

    The distillery is unique in that it uses five different yeast strains and two mash bills to create ten distinct whiskies based on ten different 'recipes'. The strain used for the Single Barrel bottlings is Four Roses' version “V” which is described as "delicately fruity, spicy, and creamy." The recipe here is referred to as 'OBSV' (60% corn, 35% rye and 5% malted barley) which emphasises delicate fruit and rye flavours. Ages vary, but will always fall somewhere between 7-9 years. Regardless, the aim is to bottle when the whiskeys are deemed to have reached their peak. Each release is individually marked with a warehouse and barrel number which is not predictable and subject to change. It's also part of the fun: No two barrels create identical bourbons, thus the single barrel concept provides the opportunity to appreciate and compare whiskies from different barrels and warehouse locations.

    Our tasting of barrel RN 8-4R (and several subsequent bottlings) has found the quality to be consistently high and true to style. Four Roses Single Barrel kicks off with a robust Bourbon sniff; a dense core of vanilla custard and caramel fudge overlaid with peppermint, balsa wood, cocoa and hints of cherry. At 50% ABV, the whiskey is concentrated yet controlled with razor sharp sweet/dry balance; a burst of vanillan oak, honey and spiced peach are offset by a tangy, vibrant finish. Glace cherry is followed by late mint freshness. The poise and length are close enough to perfect, delivering as complete a Bourbon as you could expect to find in its category. That high standard was recently confirmed at the 2024 World Whisky Awards where it was judged World's Best Single Barrel Bourbon, Best Kentucky Single Barrel Bourbon and Best Kentucky Small Batch Bourbon. Brent Elliott, Master Distiller commented "Hand-selecting each barrel is a meticulous process, so to be highly awarded in both the Single Barrel and Small Batch Bourbon categories is an extraordinary honor." More reviews below.

    Other reviews... brilliantly flinty nose with the Demerara sugars positively crunching under the sniff. Light golden syrup fits the bill perfectly. An immediate small grain explosion of the very highest calibre. Adorable spices wade into the sugary mix. Though there, the liquorice-hickory combination is happy to take a back seat to the heather honey; Can't get enough of that developing chocolate. The best Four Roses I have tasted in a very long time. Complexity levels are off the charts and the sugar-spice balance just can't be bettered. As breath taking as it is majestic. 95.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

    This gently honeyed bottling is a very good example of the distillery looking tough...but being a real sweetie. 92 points - Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2023

    ...Full of flavor, regularly available on shelves, and a reasonable price… you can buy me a dozen of these roses any day of the week. I found this bottle of Four Roses Single Barrel OBSV to be spicier than the Four Roses Small Batch, which I normally find to be a subtle balance of sweet and I often describe as a good beginner bourbon. I’d say a good description for the standard Single Barrel offering, is that it’s the grown-up version of their small batch product. The flavor is fuller, the finish is longer... - breakingbourbon.com

    ...'This big, sweet, warming bourbon strikes all the right chords. Sizzling sweet corn meets generous oak, like dusty old books, but the bright peach nectar, wet walnuts, and vibrant spice beam through in abundance. Unctuous and concentrated on the palate, it evokes cinnamon-dusted peach pie, with hints of clove and pepper on the finish. A solid and seamless whiskey, with fruit, floral, oak, and spice in perfect harmony. 93 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    Double Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2023

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    • Nick's Import
    Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $84. 99
    Bottle
    $1019.88 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    The Four Roses distillery is located in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky on the banks of the Salt River in Anderson County. The distillery has a unique Spanish Mission-style architecture rarely seen in Kentucky and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The company attributes their products quality to several factors: A unique Limestone water source, the spring-fed Salt River; a high quality grain source (Four Roses are the only distillery using the same grain source for 45 years, paying a premium for quality); Two Mash Bills in daily production - one mash bill contains significantly more rye than any other Bourbon, resulting in a spicy, full-bodied taste; and five proprietary yeast strains, each producing uniquely different flavours.

    Tasting note: Polished brass gold. Aromas of lamington cake and cherry ripe interchange with peppermint and drying oak as damp cedar wood enters. Lots of American oak input in the mouth: anise infused honey, cocoa and cherry ripe. A splash of minty-rye to finish. Rounds off finely tannic/peppery with hints of Turkish Delight and caramel fudge in the aftertaste. Youthful, but surprises with its complexity. Solid value if you're looking for a rye-heavy Bourbon. 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... A hugely satisfying, high quality bourbon. Undisputed class. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022

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    Four Roses Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $74. 99
    Bottle
    $899.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    This is Four Roses' 'Table Bourbon' aimed at everyday drinking. Located in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky on the banks of the Salt River in Anderson County, the distillery has a unique Spanish Mission-style architecture rarely seen in Kentucky and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The company attributes their products quality to several factors: A unique Limestone water source, the spring-fed Salt River; a high quality grain source (Four Roses are the only distillery using the same grain source for 45 years, paying a premium for quality); Two Mash Bills in daily production - one mash bill contains significantly more rye than any other Bourbon employing five proprietary yeast strains, each producing uniquely different flavours.

    Other reviews... One of the most fragile Kentucky Bourbons in the market place, but profiting from a sublime nose. 88 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2021

    ...Lovely cinnamon candies offer an entrancing first taste, with lemon drop and orange sherbet close behind. Baking spices come on strong mid-palate, with undertones of caramel and vanilla. But what makes this special is its mouthfeel: tingly and warming the palate throughout. Cinnamon is ever-present. 87 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    Nose: High-toned, crisp and citric: lemon, lime and tangerine peel with a hint of mintiness. Palate: Zesty. Lemon, honey and spice. Nice rye balance towards the finish. Finish: Touch of light woodiness getting oily as rye shows its hand. Comment: Very well-balanced. The uptown sophisticate, a discreetly charming member of the bourgeoisie. 40% Alc./Vol. Rating: 8/10  - David Broom, whiskymag.com

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    George Dickel Rye Whiskey (750ml)
    Tennessee, UNITED STATES
    $129. 99
    Bottle
    $1559.88 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    Rumoured to be around five years old, Dickel's addition to the rye category is unashamedly 'high rye' in style, delivering a heavy load of spiced grain character in a 95% rye / 5% malted barley mash bill. Even though it's distilled by MGP, the Dickel brand leaves its mark: The whiskey is chill filtered through sugar maple charcoal and aged at the distillery using char #4 barrels with a #2 head (the same char level used for aging other Dickel labels). Good enough for straight sipping, it's also a great choice for classic cocktails like Old Fashioneds and Manhattans. 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Loaded with lime, grapefruit, lemon, and a hint of ripe melon—followed by bold notes of roasted rye grains. A smooth, balanced palate of lemon drops, candied orange slices, deeper berry notes, and spice aplenty. The fruit wins out, creating a soft profile with hints of bitter chocolate and grain. A long explosion of balanced spice punctuates a finish of honeyed lemon, butterscotch, and rye grain. Smooth, tasty, and well-balanced. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    Other reviews... Able to be appreciated by both new and veteran whiskey drinkers, George Dickel Rye delivers an enjoyable experience at a fantastic price. There’s not much to hate about Dickel’s sole rye whiskey. Sure it may not be the most complex rye you’ll ever sip on, but it will deliver a sip that you want to keep going back to. In fact I found myself going back more and more than I usually do when I review a whiskey. For years I used to pass this on the shelf thinking that I’ll get to it eventually, or telling myself how good can this be for $25. I now wholeheartedly regret that mindset, because this is one rye that you’ll be hard pressed not to like. - breakingbourbon.com

    2019 United Spirits Challenge, Excellent, High Recommended, 92 points

    • ABV may vary
    George Dickel Single Barrel 15 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey (750ml)
    Tennessee, UNITED STATES
    $499. 00
    Bottle
    $5988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 42.2%

    NB: Alc./Vol. may vary from batch to batch. Diageo says the stocks in the program range between 40%-52.3% ABV.

    Released in 2020 as part of a series of 'peak age' editions from Dickel, these high strength gems will please fans of Tennessee styles. Given they're drawn from single barrels, according to Dickel the profiles will range from "...notes of vanilla, toffee and treacle to rich leather, saddle oil and wood, to a more delicate perfume of fruit or lavender notes.” The Cascade Hollow distillery has been quietly producing exceptional whiskeys for years. Only recently has Dickel stepped into the spotlight, supplying a bevy of brands with well-aged Bourbons, filling the void of older MGP stocks which are now drying up. After winning several awards, including the #1 whisky on Whiskey Advocate's top 20 list, Dickel's older age statements are now in high demand. This 15 year old is also a relative rarity from the corporate side of the Bourbon market - and a welcome change from previous official bottlings. Going by the reviews below, it seems Master Distiller, Nicole Austin has saved the very best for these releases.

    Other reviews... This has Dickel’s distinctive oily grain aromas: It’s packed with corn and peanuts, and also sweet with brown-sugar oatmeal and maple candy. Add a little water and voila! Orange peel and Luxardo cherry appear, creating an instant Old Fashioned. The palate is chewy and full-bodied, pepped up with cinnamon and dried ginger, and lengthened by grape jelly, Coca-Cola, Corn Nuts, and dried cherries. A full and lengthy finish sings with ginger, peanuts, and chocolaty oak. 52.3% Alc./Vol.
    95 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Susannah Skiver Barton (Spring 2021)

    ...On the nose, this single barrel shows all the hallmarks of classic, well-aged Dickel with rich caramel and subtly savory barrel notes. There’s also loads of baking spice, but unlike the Bottled in Bond 13 Year, the spices here skew towards the brighter end of the spectrum: clove, nutmeg, and freshly grated cinnamon, along with lots of sweet orange zest which really sets this nose apart from other Dickel offerings I’ve encountered. On the palate, that citrus element shines up front with candied peels and clove-studded orange before giving way to cinnamon sugar, buttery yeast rolls, and a gently warming finish of pralines and butter brickle ice cream. It’s not quite as balanced as the well-layered Bottled in Bond, but this is a single barrel, after all. Your mileage will certainly vary with these, but for 15-year-old single barrel American whiskey of this quality, it’s hard to imagine a better value right now. 9.5 / 10 - drinkhacker.com

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    George Dickel No.12 Tennessee Whiskey (750ml)
    Tennessee, UNITED STATES
    $89. 99
    Bottle
    $1079.88 Dozen
    ABV: 45%
    Tasting note: Copper gold colour. Toasted marshmallow and spicy oak aromas develop with lifted pepper notes. There's more honey and cocoa than the number 8, both on the nose and the palate, which is also plusher, fuller and rounder with flavours of candied peach, cocoa and nicely balanced sweet oak turning lightly smokey at the finish. Full flavoured, easy drinking Tennessee that's priced right. 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews...The most brooding of the three. Not as polished as the Barrel Select, but certainly very entertaining. Shows more depth that the No. 8, with more dry oak intensity and more heft. Notes of dried spices, dark chocolate, cocoa, and charcoal balance the citrus, currant, caramel, and vanilla. A very good sipping whisky. 89 points John Hansell - www.maltadvocate.com

    ...A different story told by George from the last one I heard. But certainly no less fascinating. 90.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2014
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    George Dickel No.8 Tennessee Whiskey (750ml)
    Tennessee, UNITED STATES
    $73. 99
    Bottle
    $887.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Presently run by Master Distiller, John Lunn, who continues the hands on process as set forth by George Dickel and again by Ralph Dupps, Dickel whiskey is produced from a mash of corn, barley and rye. The grains are finely ground at the distillery before being cooked. They are then cooled in mash tubs by pure spring water from Cascade Spring, located about one-half mile up the road from the distillery.

    Fermentation is begun using a proprietory yeast, followed by a double distillation - firstly in a column still, then in a pot-still. The process of charcoal mellowing then occurs, which defines the difference between Tennessee whiskey and bourbon whiskey. In this process, the double-distilled whiskey is filtered through sugar maple charcoal. Dickel's mellowing process is unique in that it is chilled prior to the filtration process. This process of chilling the whiskey resulted from George discovering that the batches of whiskey he tasted during the winter were noticeably smoother than those he tasted during warmer weather. He called this process chill mellowing.

    The first step in the mellowing process is selecting and cutting sugar maple trees. Trees are cut in the winter months when the sugar maple's rich flavour is stored in the trunk of the tree. The trunks are allowed to season and cut into strips. These strips are hand-stacked and set ablaze in the open air. This process allows the smoke's impurities to escape from the resulting hard charcoal. The hard maple charcoal is crushed by hand and packed into one of six mellowing vats located at the distillery. About ten feet of charcoal is packed into each vat.

    Two virgin wool blankets are placed on the top and bottom of the charcoal. The top blanket ensures that the newly chilled whiskey uniformly reaches into the vat, while the bottom blanket keeps the charcoal from escaping as the whiskey leaves the vat. The entire chill charcoal mellowing process takes seven to ten days to complete, and though this extra process is time consuming and expensive, the distillery believes the end result speaks for itself. The whisky is finally aged in new, charred American white oak barrels. Full barrels are aged just up the hill from the distillery in the industry's only single-storied iron-clad warehouses.

    Dickel No.8 received a silver medal in 2005 at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. More recently it was lauded with the prestigious Gold Medal.

    Tasting notes: Bright topaz. Aromas of toasted toasted marshmallow, sweet corn and vanilla bean as well as hints of rye freshness. A youthful but nicely rounded whiskey with attractive corn, toasty oak, cocoa and peppermint notes leading into a gently spicy finish. Value buy. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... A great value. Fully matured and very civilized. Good enough to drink neat, yet inexpensive enough to use as a mixer. Creamy, silky notes of vanilla, caramel, and honeyed corn, along with citrus and pineapple, with a slight dusting of cocoa powder. Gentle finish. 85 points
    - www.maltadvocate.com, (Vol. 15, #4) Reviewed by: John Hansell

    George Dickel Bottled-In-Bond 13 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey (750ml)
    Tennessee, UNITED STATES
    $275. 00
    Bottle
    $3300.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    "...another big winner from Dickel." - drinkhacker.com

    Another entry into the Bottled in Bond category, this time from Nicole Austin, the new General Manager and Distiller of Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. She started at George Dickel in 2018. “We wanted George Dickel Bottled in Bond to be rooted in authenticity, quality and truth, reflective of the values we feel are most important when making Tennessee’s finest whisky,” she explains. “The aged whisky stocks we have access to here at Cascade Hollow are absolutely beautiful, and it’s important to me that we create whisky that’s sure to be a great value for the quality you’re getting.”

    Sporting a mashbill of 84% corn, 8% rye and 8% malted barley, Dickel’s edition was distilled during the Spring season of 2007 and matured on site for thirteen years before being bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV). This parcel was reportedly released in the States way back in late 2019. Given it's taken so long to be offered in Australia, we'd expect the next shipment will be the 2008 distillation.

    If you’re unfamiliar with the Bottled in Bond concept, it refers to the Act of 1897 requiring that the whiskey be a product of the grain of a single season, made by one distiller at a single distillery, and aged in a federal government-bonded warehouse. The act came as a response to the widespread adulteration in American whiskey around the late 19th century. It was an attempt by the federal government to act as a guarantor of the spirit's authenticity.

    Other reviews... Old Dickel can sometimes be iffy, so I’m keeping my skeptic’s hat on for the time being. Let’s dig in. The nose features everything you’d want in a bonded bourbon — dark caramel, baking spice galore, and well-integrated barrel char that gives everything a slightly toasty, gently savory note. Everything in that lineup follows through directly on the palate, the barrel char giving way just a bit to let notes of eucalyptus emerge, as well as a richly nutty character, hints of orange peel, and just a touch of cinnamon roll sweetness. There’s a bit of fireplace ash on the finish, but this doesn’t really detract from the experience at all, serving instead to impregnate it with a certain richness and austerity that beg for continued sipping and savoring. So: Call me a skeptic no more! This is great stuff, at an amazing price for a whiskey of this age. - drinkhacker.com

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    George T. Stagg Barrel Proof 2022 Release 138.7 Proof (69.35%) Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $2499. 00
    Bottle
    $29988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 69.35%

    "Featuring its highest proof in 6 years is a nice return to form for the brand that is best known for its big bold proof. Exceptional." - breakingbourbon.com

    Distilled in the Spring of 2007 and bottled in Fall 2022, this year's Stagg was aged for a total of 15 years and 5 months.

    Other reviews... After playing hooky last year and not showing up to the annual release party due to subpar quality, George T. Stagg is back. Featuring its highest proof in 6 years is a nice return to form for the brand that is best known for its big bold proof. While it has maintained a high quality over the years, its younger counterpart, Stagg (formally known as Stagg Jr.) has upstaged it on more than one occasion. Clearly this year's version of George T. Stagg is a reminder that Senior still knows best.  Featuring familiar scents of brown sugar and stewed apple, the introduction of amaretto is quite striking. Combined with a fusion of cognac and rum scents, it produces an aroma that is unique for the brand. It’s incredibly effective and starts the sip in a praiseworthy spot. The amaretto continues into the palate creating a sweet and nutty impact. This nuttiness is further accentuated with hazelnut, before transitioning to rich plum, vanilla, and classic Stagg heavy sweet oak. This layering makes the sip much more dynamic this year, where often Stagg can come across as very homogeneous in its flavor profile. The finish in turn starts off with a straightforward leather note, before transitioning to pomegranate molasses. There’s also a minor musty tannic note that is fleeting and unlikely to be problematic for the majority of drinkers.  This year's release retains its classic heaviness that Stagg known for, but this slight introduction of fruity notes throughout is extremely welcome. The 2022 release of George T. Stagg is a welcomed one. Instead of being more of the same (which would be fine in and of itself), Stagg comes roaring back with some extra uniqueness in tow. Stagg holds a special place in the barrel proof bourbon realm as it is often unmistakable in its profile. While it sheds a small amount of its familiarity in order to offer something new, it's a better bourbon because of it. Exceptional. - breakingbourbon.com

    2018 George T. Stagg Barrel Proof Release 124.9 Proof (62.45%) Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $1999. 00
    Bottle
    $23988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 62.45%

    Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

    Other reviews...
    This offers up warming ginger, candied orange, and wisps of furniture polish. The lavish and leathery oak flavors are apparent but don’t overwhelm the abundance of zippy, bright citrus—orange oil and yuzu—as the palate unleashes wave upon wave of spices that keep you guessing where it will head next. In the end, more lingering ginger and dusty cocoa.
    95 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jeffery Lindenmuth (Winter 2018)

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    Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $120. 00
    Bottle
    $1440.00 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    "...Green River Straight Bourbon nails it out of the gate..." - breakingbourbon.com

    Crafted on the historic Green River campus in Owensboro, Kentucky, Green River is an industrial distillery with roots back to 1885 when J.W. McCulloch first marketed his product as “The Whiskey Without A Headache”. The slogan later changed to “The Whiskey Without Regrets,” in order to avoid liability for misleading medical claims. Over that time, numerous brands have been made there including Ezra Brooks, Mellow Corn, Medley Brothers, Old Medley, Five Brothers and Kentucky Beau. The distillery has also had several different owners and names. Most recently, Terressentia Corporation purchased the plant in 2014 and began renovations. In 2016, acting Master Distiller, Ron Call passed the torch to his son, Jacob, and in 2020, the distillery reclaimed its original title and Distilled Spirits Plant number (DSP-KY 10). Thus, the Green River brand which had largely faded from memory was reborn exactly where it originated. The product launch made an impact in the value Bourbon segment - so much so that Bardstown Bourbon bought the company the following Summer. The eponymous whiskey is distilled from a mash bill of 70% Corn, 21% Winter Rye, 9% Malted 2 and 6 Row Barley, then aged for over five years. Our tasting found an initially rye-accented whiskey where the dry, nutty and spicy character of the grain dominates before opening to a sweeter side. The delivery takes place in a delicious chocolatey setting, followed by a peachiness on the palate, refreshed by muddled mint. The overall style and high rye content makes this a little bit like Sazerac, but with a notable step up in body, intensity and definition. Besides pulling up slightly short, there's very little to dislike about this affable Kentuckian. Bottled at 90 proof (45%) without chill filtration.

    Other reviews... salivating to puckering grain make for a dramatic entry with a sugar-candy fruitiness making up the midground. Barley sugar and heather honey sit well with the lemon blossom honey; slightly tart and would be short were it not for a metallic uplift. Tangy, even when some vanilla makes up ground; a thoroughly enjoyable character Bourbon with many contrasting features. 89.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2023

    ...Aromas of vanilla, Tootsie Roll, caramel, and cinnamon meet more fruity, acidic scents of lime, lemon, and pineapple on the nose, with a sweeter note of fresh melon. Lots of chocolate and pistachio nuttiness on the palate; it's also spicy and offers notes of bitter espresso and pepper spice. The finish is also very chocolaty and has a pleasant tartness. Well-executed flavors, though a bit short at the end. 86 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    ...Green River Straight Bourbon nails it out of the gate with their 5 year old stock. What makes it work is that it’s an incredibly easy sipping bourbon thanks to an agreeable flavor profile. Despite being only 90 proof, it still packs ample intensity and a pop of heat. It’s not overly complex and the finish is on the shorter side, yet it only takes one sip to know this bourbon works. If you’re looking for very drinkable bourbon at a very reasonable price, Green River Straight Bourbon is a fantastic place to start. - breakingbourbon.com

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    Green River Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $120. 00
    Bottle
    $1440.00 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    Following a successful launch in 2022, Green River Distilling Co. expanded its range with two new expressions including this Wheated Bourbon comprised of 70 percent Kentucky-grown corn, 21 percent wheat and 9 percent 6-row barley. Said Dan Callaway, VP of New Product Development, “In contrast with Green River Bourbon, which brings a hearty backbone of rye spice, the wheated expression lends itself to easy drinking while holding its own distinct character." A small sample revealed an oiliness to the nose feel that gets close to much older Bourbons; Cherry chocolate, dried peach and light maple syrup mingle with dustings of cocoa and wood shavings. For a wheated whiskey this is a biggun': Buttery and almost succulent at mid palate, capped off by some beautifully integrated oils through the sweet oak and dark chocolate finish. At around fours years old, it's the antithesis of feminine styles like Weller Special Reserve, never really complex, but equally hard to fault. 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Wheated bourbons can sometimes be a bit one dimensional, especially on the nose, but this is impressively expressive from the get-go. The aroma is bright and gently sweet with loads of orchard fruit: golden apples, fresh peaches, and dried apricots. And it builds as it opens with undertones of buttery caramel and soft baking spice. The palate is a little more straightforward but impressively approachable, showcasing rounded notes of butterscotch, peanut brittle, and well-balanced oak ahead of a warming finish of vanilla frosting and orange rock candy. While it’s a well-executed young wheater, I think I like it just a bit more than the rye-based bourbon... it’s a similarly solid value. - drinkhacker.com

    ...At 90 proof, it’s gentle enough to sip but doesn’t get lost in a cocktail. The high percentage of wheat in the mashbill (21%, with 70% corn and 9% malted barley) makes for a soft, buttery mouthfeel, with lots of creamy vanilla and toffee, plus hints of my favorite breakfast cereal, Golden Crisp (known in my childhood as Super Sugar Crisp). A clean, gentle finish encourages repeat sipping, and perhaps a refill or two once the glass has been drained. - Tony Sachs, Forbes Magazine

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    Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $350. 00
    Bottle
    $4200.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    Other reviews... One of the few remaining age-stated bourbons. Henry McKenna’s color is beautiful. You can hold it up in sunset light and just enjoy the russet and amber hues reflecting. Sweetness, savory, and floral fragrances followed by brown sugar, fresh-baked rye bread, and malt. Caramel and vanilla, with roasted pine nuts and spice, and a slight hint of strawberry lead to a long and savory finish. Balance is the point of this sipper.
    90 points - whiskyadvocate.com, Reviewed by: Fred Minnick (Summer 2016)

    ...Henry McKenna offers an array of technicals to satisfy even the most scrutinizing bourbon purists, a satisfying quintessential bourbon flavor profile to back them up, and a price that won’t break the bank.... it should appeal to nearly every bourbon enthusiast....While this bourbon probably won’t blow anyone’s mind, you’d be hard-pressed to find a bourbon enthusiast who couldn’t find something to like with it. - www.breakingbourbon.com

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    High West Barrel Select Double Rye Whiskey (750ml) - Whiskey Hunt Australia Selection
    Park City, Utah, UNITED STATES
    $160. 00
    Bottle
    $1920.00 Dozen
    ABV: 50.4%

    WHA's first barrel pick for 2024 represents 228 bottles of High West Distillery Double Rye finished for 11 months in a Manhattan cask. "What's that?" you might ask. The distillery makes its own batches of the cocktail using sweet vermouth and aromatic bitters, matures the mix in ex-rye whiskey casks and markets it in 700ml bottles. Barrel #27342 was filled with an MGP mash bill of 95% straight rye / 5% malted barley and 80% rye / malted rye High West Distillate - hence the name 'Double Rye'. Both were a minimum of two years old. The nose takes a while to wake up, slowly releasing mixed nuts, light peppermint and bitter dark chocolate that's reflected on the palate as Brazil nuts, bitter dark chocolate and oily rye take over with interesting hints of dry triple sec. The texture builds with creamy vanillas and zippy rye spices maintaining momentum. This experiment takes rye on a slightly different tangent: mouth filling and enough to chew your way through, however it's hard to tell if the finishing has actually helped or hindered. 50.4% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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