Sharing our thoughts on whiskey, one sip at a time.
Abraham Bowman French Oak Series – Too Good To Be True? Read Post »
Discovering A. Smith Bowman Distillery was a pleasant surprise when Buffalo Trace vanished from local shelves. Embracing the Sazerac family, I opted for the Small Batch and Single Barrel, setting off on a delightful journey. Fast forward to podcast Episode 118 with Master Distiller Brian Prewitt, reigniting my curiosity about Virginia’s distillation scene. The release […]
Penelope Rio Is Back, Now Let’s Review The Latest Release Read Post »
Last year, Penelope Rio took the bourbon and whiskey world by storm. People were fitting over the unique pour. It was one of the most sought-after whiskeys, but the whiskey community appeared to be split. Penelope Rio is back with a new batch and, while I didn’t get a taste of first batch, I am
15 STARS New Private Stock 8 & 15 Year Bourbon Reviewed Read Post »
Today, we are reviewing the newest release of 15 STARS Private Stock Bourbon. 15 STARS 8 & 15 Year Bourbon is bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV) and is a blend of Kentucky straight bourbons aged 8 and 15 years, a familiar expression to fans of the previously released 7 & 15 Year Private Stock.
Lux Row Distillers New Rebel 100 6 Year Review Read Post »
In one of our recent episodes of Bourbon Lens podcast, we touched on Rebel 100 6-year with Master Distiller John Rempe. If you want to hear what John had to say, you can listen to the podcast here. Once you have heard what he has to say, dive into my thoughts below on this latest
New A. Overholt Monongahela Mash Straight Rye Whiskey Reviewed Read Post »
A. Overholt pays homage to a historic mashbill (80% Rye; 20% Malted Barley) and seeks to be a balanced American Rye Whiskey Overholt is one of the longest-standing US whiskey brands in American history, dating back to 1810 when it was founded by Abraham Overholt. Today, Overholt is owned by Beam Suntory and in recent
Reviewing the Latest Release from Eric Church & Outsiders Spirits Read Post »
When I think back to my first sip of Whiskey JYPSI Batch 001, I was intrigued by the blend. With the Whiskey JYPSI Explorer Series, I was more excited to see how they would blend and finish these whiskeys and the process they used. I think soaking staves in a vatted blend may be a
