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Review and tasting notes for Smoke Wagon Straight Bourbon.
Review and tasting notes for Smoke Wagon Small Batch Bourbon.
Review and tasting notes for Smoke Wagon Uncut Unfiltered Straight Bourbon (Batch 29).
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Review and tasting notes for Smooth Ambler Old Scout Bourbon (NAS - Batch 32).
Hirsch The Horizon may have roots tied to the brand some might recognize from years past, but the modern-day version starts with an adventure-forward marketing spin that’s backed by a whiskey that’s accessible, approachable, and affordable. Review and tasting notes for Hirsch The Horizon (Batch AHH0920).
Utilizing a rare two grain mashbill, Warbringer Mesquite Smoked Bourbon delivers a mesquite smoke dominate pour that falls squarely in the love-it-or-hate-it camp. Review and tasting notes for Warbringer Mesquite Smoked Bourbon.
The DIY approach to its creation results in a whiskey that tastes original and thoroughly Frey Ranch. Review and tasting notes for Frey Ranch American Single Malt Smoked Whiskey.
Basil Hayden Subtle Smoke’s name doesn’t lie, the inclusion of smoke is soft and approachable when paired with its 80 proof, makes it an inoffensive, albeit largely unexciting sip. Review and tasting notes for Basil Hayden Subtle Smoke.
Desert Dessert doesn’t quite live up to its name, but instead offers a nice contrast with a fruit forward palate and dominating mesquite smoke on its backend. Review and tasting notes for Lost Lantern Single Distillery Series: Whiskey Del Bac “Desert Dessert”.
Review and tasting notes for Copper Fox Single Malt.
Basil Hayden challenges the notion that smoky spirits are harsh with its newest ultra-premium bourbon and limited time offering, Basil Hayden® Subtle Smoke.
Those open to a smoky whiskey will be rewarded with a single malt that works its barrel finishes to a rewarding effect. Review and tasting notes for Lost Lantern Flame.
A smoky undertone found throughout this bourbon defines its unique yet polarizing flavor profile. Review and tasting notes for Lost Lantern 2023 Single Cask #10 New Riff Distilling.
Buffalo Trace Distillery announced the release of Buffalo Trace Experimental Peated Bourbon, an innovative Kentucky straight bourbon made with smoked peated malt, as the latest innovation from their ongoing Experimental Collection.
Review and tasting notes for Corsair Triple Smoke.
As the American Single Malt category heats up, Frey Ranch® Distillery enters the market with the limited release of Frey Ranch American Single Malt Smoked Whiskey.
Blending smoked maple syrup into whiskey results in a smoky, sweet sipper that works in a cocktail, but might be too overpowering as a sipper. Review and tasting notes for Village Bonfire (Batch 2).
Triple the peat, triple the fun? Chattanooga Whiskey goes all-in on a peated whiskey in their own unique way. Review and tasting notes for Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Batch 033: Triple Peat.
A wild combination of three 100% malt mashbills AND three different finishes, Whiskey Del Bac’s Ode to Islay pushes the boundaries of what it means to be an American single malt. Review and tasting notes for Whiskey Del Bac Ode to Islay.
Featuring a native varietal of South Dakota-grown applewood-smoked corn makes for a decidedly non-Kentucky style sip. Review and tasting notes for Two Souls South Dakota Straight Bourbon “The Black Queen”.
Chattanooga Whiskey announced the newest release in their Experimental Single Batch Series: Batch 033: Triple Peat.
Review and tasting notes for New Riff Backsetter Bourbon.
Review and tasting notes for MB Roland Dark Fired Bourbon.
A scotch drinker’s rye, Liberty Pole Spirits Peated Rye Whiskey Barrel Proof Batch #6 is the perfect whiskey for those who love scotch and are looking to explore the world of American rye whiskey. Review and tasting notes for Liberty Pole Spirits Peated Rye Whiskey Barrel Proof (Batch #6).
Young, small barrel size, desert heat…all ingredients that normally don’t work on their own, but Lost Lantern pulls a rabbit out of their hat with their Single Distillery Series: Whiskey Del Bac “Mega Mesquite.” Review and tasting notes for Lost Lantern Single Distillery Series: Whiskey Del Bac “Mega Mesquite”.
Copperworks Peatsmith American Single Malt is well-balanced with manageable peat influence throughout. Review and tasting notes for Copperworks Peatsmith American Single Malt.
Utilizing unique barrels and leaning into its Texas climate, this Andalusia Whiskey Co. American single malt from Lost Lantern produces an intriguing, complex sip for its young age. Review and tasting notes for Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #2: Andalusia Whiskey Co. Peated Texas Single Malt Finished in a Tequila Cask.
For the Spring 2021 release, Lost Lantern is shining a light on whiskies that represent three rapidly emerging regional styles: Southwest single malt from Whiskey Del Bac, Texas bourbon from Balcones and cool climate/Northeastern rye from New York Distilling Co.
Review and tasting notes for Michter's Toasted Finish Bourbon.
Shining a Light on New American Finishing Traditions.
Utilizing tobacco smoke finished barrels, Buzzard's Roost Cigar Rye Batch 3 brings a new twist to what you think you may know about how cigar barrel whiskeys should taste. Review and tasting notes for Buzzard's Roost Cigar Rye Batch 3.
Review and tasting notes for Henry A. Sipes’ Smoked Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
Tasting notes and our thoughts of War Penny Krogh's Stout Beer Barrel Finish Bourbon.
Broken Barrel Honey Smoke Reserva American Whiskey showcases the company’s ability to dial in their stave finishing all while introducing new and novel concepts. Review and tasting notes for Broken Barrel Honey Smoke Reserva American Whiskey.
Lost Lantern announces the launch of its new Single Distillery Series in collaboration with Balcones Distilling in Waco, TX, and Whiskey Del Bac in Tucson, AZ.
Broken Barrel Whiskey Co. known best for its innovative whiskey finishing techniques, has introduced Honey Smoke Reserva, which builds off their Honey Smoke Rye released last year.
Lost Lantern, will celebrate the many ways whiskey can be enjoyed during the winter with its annual Winter Whiskey Wednesday drop.
The latest release in the Old Forester 117 Series, sees a nicely finished bourbon, but one that doesn’t lean into the flavors that come to mind when consumers think of scotch cask finishing. Review and tasting notes for Old Forester The 117 Series: Scotch Cask Finish.
An American single malt that treads familiar Scotch grounds, yet still has something to say in its own right. Review and tasting notes for Bear Fight American Single Malt Whiskey.
