

Old Cassidy Bourbon Batch A-025 Review
“A nice blend of prediction and surprise seem to be at the heart of the best art.” – Wendy Carlos With rumors abound after its incredible inaugural launch through my friend Frank Dobbins , the Old Cassidy brand from Rare Character was ripe for speculation. With just one other single barrel coming through Unicorn Auctions in 2025, this remains the most mysterious brand from Rare Character, even with the likes of Brook Hill still making waves through the whiskey market. I got
Nick Anderson
57 minutes ago


Heaven Hill 90th Anniversary Bourbon Review: Just Another Premium Dupe?
“Nothing more completely baffles one who is full of trick and duplicity than straightforward and simple integrity in another.” – Charles Caleb Colton Did you think this was another one of those legendary Heaven Hill Heritage Collection releases at first glance? I did too—and didn't hesitate to spend the $150 that was asked of me at the register when one of my local stores got a few bottles in. It's a simple mistake when the marketing is so similar. They both come in a blue bo
Nick Anderson
Feb 12


Green River Full Proof Wheated Bourbon Whiskey Review: I Found Great Notes with Practiced Patience
Image provided by Green River Distilling Co. High proof fanatics, rejoice! Green River Distilling Co. is expanding its award-winning lineup with the launch of Wheated Full Proof Bourbon. In their press release, Green River mentions why the wheated recipe was next in line for their full proof designation: "Wheated bourbon represents roughly one-third of the North American Bourbon market, with growth projected through 2031, even as average prices continue to climb across the c
Jes Smyth
Feb 10


Weldon Mills Distillery Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review: Highlighting North Carolina Grains
What hallmarks do you look for in small distilleries? Is there something you gravitate toward without realizing its importance until the pattern is established? Perhaps you seek out pot-still production, for example, or you look for a brand's commitment to preserving the historical ways of crafting whiskey, or you enjoy a passionate focus on local ingredients. Whatever the reason, I wonder: are consumers being too hard on the little guys who are pursuing their passions? I don
Jes Smyth
Feb 7


Press Release: Bardstown Bourbon Company Announces Packaging Redesign for Core Lineup
Photo provided by Bardstown Bourbon Company January 27, 2026 (Bardstown, KY.) — Bardstown Bourbon Company, one of the most innovative distillers in American whiskey, will reveal a comprehensive packaging transformation across its core portfolio this year. The bold new design reflects the brand's continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of bourbon while maintaining the exceptional quality standards of their award-winning American whiskey portfolio. Strategic Brand Evolu
Amongst the Whiskey Team
Jan 27


2025 George T. Stagg Bourbon Review: Can Buffalo Trace Produce Repeatable Perfection?
“Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” – Marcus Aurelius When I heard this year's George T. Stagg release crossed over the threshold beyond the magic hazmat number, I knew I had to track one down. While the bourbon hunt was a little slower to produce this year, the generosity of the whiskey community turned up strong. My dear friend Matt Long, also known as @rarewhiskeynomad or "Hazzmatty," sent along a sample for review. Matt runs an incredible comm
Nick Anderson
Jan 18


Stagg Jr Bourbon Batch 25B Review—A Journey Through Flavor
“If the path be beautiful, let us not ask where it leads.” – Anatole France What do you do when one of your favorite local liquor stores has a bottle of Stagg Junior hiding in plain sight? First, you confirm it's available for sale at a reasonable price, and then you pop it with the folks at the shop, of course! That's exactly what I did with my friends over at Curtis Liquors in Weymouth, MA when I found this batch 25B hiding in the lockup case. With the foil peeled and cork
Nick Anderson
Jan 11


Stagg Jr Batch 25C Bourbon Review: Which 2025 Batches Are Worth Hunting?
“The wise are instructed by reason, average minds by experience, the stupid by necessity, and the brute by instinct.” – Marcus Tullius Cicero If you are on the hunt for Stagg this year, you have come to the right place. I have had the good fortune of trying most of the existing Stagg Jr. releases through the years and regularly recalibrate my ratings against previous batches. You'll find my full power ranking at the Stagg Hub , your one-stop shop for all things Stagg Jr. and
Nick Anderson
Jan 10


Stagg Jr Bourbon Batch 25D Review: How Many Batches is Too Many?
“The world is a dangerous place to live, not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it.” – Albert Einstein I love reviewing all the Stagg Junior releases whenever I can, but this shift towards four releases a year is getting a little ridiculous. Not only do I believe this has caused a significant slide in the general quality of these batches, as we saw with the 2024 releases, but it also makes understanding which ones are wor
Nick Anderson
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