Reviews

“Life, if well lived, is long enough.” – Seneca In the era of glamour shots of unopened bottles, few dare to tell the tale of what's inside. When I saw this bottle on the shelf for a decent enough price, I knew it was going to be my Christmas dram to share with my dad, who appreciates a pour of whiskey from me every once in a while. Not only did we get to enjoy it over a remarkable game of cribbage, but I also got to share it with my cousin the next day and even sipped it wit

The full history of the Camp Nelson property, which is now owned by Wild Turkey, which spawned the Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse release. The 2025 release features Camp Nelson warehouse E, which has historically produced some of the finest Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey in recent memory. Settle in for a deep dive review from Nick Anderson of Amongst the Whiskey.

Part of what makes whiskey hunting every winter so fun is the not-so-rare bourbon release like Colonel E.H. Taylor barrel proof bourbon, which shows up far more regularly than the likes of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection . This year, however, the Colonel does show up in the Antique Collection, with the addition of the E.H. Taylor bottled-in-bond expression , which is extra-aged to 15 years and 4 months and bottled at 100 proof. In preparation for addressing my top bourbo

“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” - Carl Bard Through the years, I have admittedly grown weary of toasted barrel finishes. Far too often, the process of adding a new barrel late to the equation typically de-ages already mature stock. Even if processed in a way that is favorable to producing sweet tones, this nonsensical approach to whiskey maturation has drawn my ire in more than a few reviews .

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