Each batch is a masterpiece, with its own distinct mash bill, tasting profile, and back story. distilleries - in this case, it consists of two identical Kentucky-based Bardstown Bourbon Company mash bills by Echo Spirits Distilling Company, Columbus, Ohio Whiskey Type:  A blend of bourbon whiskeys Mash Bill $59.99 Further identification:  The February 2025 batch blended two barrels, both from the same mash bill

Rempe has a strong track record in my book with the Rebel 10 year releases of old coming to top of mind Oath (bottled for Lux Row Distillers) Whiskey Type: Finished Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Mash Bill

Bourbon Whiskey Company on Label: Valentine Distilling Whiskey Type: Straight Bourbon Whiskey Mash Bill Percentages: Undisclosed Valentine Mash Bill Proof: 117.8° Age: 5 years Further identification: This This one is so interestingly tart, fruity, dark and brooding all at once.

Company on Label:  Westward Whiskey Whiskey Type:  American single malt Mash Bill Percentages:  100% After a rest, I find subtle hints of whoopie pie filling and a decent amount of oak influence.

Michter's Distillery LLC, Louisville, Kentucky 40216 Whiskey Type:  Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey Mash Bill If you like those dark, brooding tones on a well-aged whiskey, or are a fan of French oak in general,

Company on Label: Charles Medley Whiskey Type: Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: 77% Corn, 10% Rye, 13% Near the bottom of the glass a lemon zest is brooding.

Company on Label:  Wild Turkey Whiskey Type:  Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey Mash Bill Percentages The linger is where I find the age—earthy funk, oiled leather, and pages in a well-used history book.

Company on Label: Buffalo Trace Whiskey Type: Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: Buffalo Trace Mash Bill Late in the glass all the savory, syrupy desserts culminate in a warm, brooding, sweet mélange.

Michter's website had just enough intrigue for me to be willing to pull the trigger. Michter's Distillery LLC, Louisville, Kentucky 40216 Whiskey Type:  Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey Mash Bill My left nostril finds more mocha tones that remind me of Pirouline wafers, while my right nostril is filled

Company on Label: Buffalo Trace Whiskey Type: Wheated Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: Undisclosed Buffalo Trace "Wheated Mash Bill" Proof: 90° Age: 12 years Further identification: 2019 release I can smell

Two hearths lie filled with glowing embers. Wood smoke permeates the air. The chill of the outdoors is fended off by stone walls, brick floors, and a wood-shingled roof. 1798:  Construction of George Washington's Mount Vernon Distillery is completed, featuring a grain mill One significant factor to consider is mash bill. We know George Washington used a 60% rye, 35% corn, and 5% barley mash bill.

Company on Label: James B Beam Distilling Co Whiskey Type: Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: 77% Corn, 13% I think this pour dramatically benefits from the non-chill filter treatment, leaving a lot of thicker