Sharing our thoughts on whiskey, one sip at a time.
Yellowstone Bourbon Special Finish Collection Rum Cask – Reviewed Read Post »
While sipping Yellowstone Bourbon Rum Cask, I couldn’t quite pinpoint what I was experiencing. Finished whiskeys often have complex profiles, and this one left me uncertain. However, my perspective changed when I visited Lebanon, KY, to meet with Stephen B. Beam and Stephen Fante for a podcast. During the visit, the whiskey truly came alive […]
Should You Buy the Latest Jack Daniel’s 10 & 12 Year Tennessee Whiskey Releases? Read Post »
Scott and I recently discussed the latest batches of Jack Daniel’s 10 & 12 year on Episode 273 of the podcast. If you haven’t had the time to listen to our 30 minute episode, I wanted to share my personal thoughts on these two new Tennessee Whiskeys. Let’s dive in, shall we! Just the Facts:
Hardin’s Creek Blind Tasting, Which Pour Is The Best? Read Post »
Hardin’s Creek, a unique offering from the renowned James B. Beam company, showcases the rich terroir of whiskey from different regions around Kentucky. The Kentucky Series from Hardin’s Creek includes bourbons from Clermont, Frankfort, and Boston, Kentucky. Each variant promises a distinct flavor profile, reflective of its origin. For more information on the story behind
Boulder Spirits Hits a Home Run with 10 Essentials Release Read Post »
The Boulder Spirits 2023 limited edition, The 10 Essentials, may have been out for a while, but it was a new discovery for us. During a recent trip to Denver, I took a short journey to Boulder to meet our good friend Ryan. He graciously offered a quick tour of Vapor Distilling and introduced me
Extremely Limited Old Potrero 16 Year Bottled-Bond Rye Whiskey Reviewed Read Post »
Over the years, the Bourbon Lens has been able to connect with the Bruce Joseph from Old Potrero numerous times. When news of the 16 year old single barrel Old Potrero broke in April, I reached out immediately to see if any samples would be available of this extremely limited run of 432 bottles. Lucky
Let’s Place Your Bet, Which Mint Julep Was The Best – Part 3 Read Post »
This multi-part series on the Mint Julep is presented in honor of the upcoming 150th Running of the Kentucky Derby. Long time friend and supporter, Corey White, generously authored this series and we are thankful for his support. On race day, there may be a long shot! Corey experiments with rye whiskey and budget bourbon
