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A deep dive review of Stagg Junior batch 25A Kentucky Straight Bourbon, written by Nick Anderson for Amongst The Whiskey

After 10 years of limited-edition releases covering a surprising range of flavors for Wild Turkey, the brand is ready to retire the Master's Keep series. Starting in 2015 as a way to release some of their rarest and strangest stocks, the 10th and final bottling showcases a mingling of 10 year bourbon chosen by Bruce Russell and Eddie's choice 16 year bourbon. It offers a nod to the 10 years Master's Keep stood as a beacon of quality while reaching even further into Wild Turke

Does whiskey get better with time? Or does it get better with change? Is it possible to separate one from the other? In theory, time aids in change. The longer whiskey ages in a barrel, the more it should change. However, more time doesn't necessarily mean better. No one wants to sip on an over-oaked whiskey. Conversely, more change doesn't necessarily mean better either. Too many cask finishes and too much disturbance can sometimes result in a disjointed flavor profile. I've

"There is nothing new in the world except the history you do not know." — Harry S Truman When you sip on the whiskey of today, you may also find yourself opening a door to a nuanced view of American history. Often, brands will feature a historical figure on their packaging, leaning into their unique history of whiskey-making as a way of meaningful marketing. Whether the stories are true and verified, or whether they're simply lore passed down from generation to generation, p