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TL;DR: A nice nose gives way to a blended-to-bits palate that doesn't quite register as unique Rating The premiumization trend is very likely to bust here soon, and releases like this are certainly going good justification for its existence when Russell's 10 year, Russell's 13 year , Kentucky Spirit , Rare

"There is nothing new in the world except the history you do not know." — Harry S Truman When you sip generation to generation, pouring a whiskey in 2025 usually comes with a history lesson or, at the very In fact, she's the inspiration behind the brand Jefferson's, and she might very well approve of her 8x board with this logic, and for that, I will absolutely raise a glass to Marian with any friend who will dare TL;DR: Old bourbon blends with unconventional components for an attention-keeping sip Rating:  4/5 Really

I'm taking some time this season to highlight a few of the stores I have visited who I think do exceptional I also thought this was a good medium because of its lower proof; this serves as a level playing field Rating: 4/5 (Really good; I want one of these on my shelf.) This one was a real treat.

Since its first official documented record in 1405, the production of Irish whiskey has undergone a tortuous Ireland, aged for a minimum of 3 years in wood, and bottled at no less than 40% ABV with no additives except ABV: 55.9% // Cost: $149.99 17: Redbreast 12 Year Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey This one might come ABV: 56.56% // Cost: $89.99 14: Glendalough Mizunara Finish Single Malt Irish Whiskey For those who enjoy Hopefully, you found an exceptional whiskey that fits your budget as part of this article.

Proof: 106° Age: 4 years Further identification: Barrel No. 16B21U, Bottle 179 of 250; NCF stated Eagle Rare Dried bark Mediterranean spices Dry, dark chocolate Palate: Woah, fresh fir boughs forward Mint and very tongue Mouth coating is biased more rearwards and carries some intense rye spice Mint and lemon tea Very botanical tonight; would possibly pair up well with a gin Eagle Rare Single Barrel Store Pick Black Most consistently enjoyable profile Just the right amount of sweetness for me Final Ranking: Eagle Rare

pot still Irish whiskey) Proof: 117.4° Age: 7 years Further identification: This 2021 release is a rare

blends that we are curious about and enjoy, some of which will be finished in a selection of neat and rare This release happens to be a single mash bill of a very low barrel count. Percentages: 78.5% Corn, 13% Rye, 8.5% Malted Barley Proof: 118.2° Age: 15 years Further identification: Rare The mouth feel is slightly dry, but very fruity. Rating: 3/5 This pour is greatly improved with water.

Batch 14 - Summer 2020 Batch 15 - Winter 2020 Batch 16 - Summer 2021 Batch 17 - Winter 2021 And now batch It reminds me of everything I enjoyed about Batch 14 in particular. Rating: 5/5 (Just wow. One of my favorites.) I find a lot of parallels in this glass to batch 12, 14 and 17. Where 14 definitely came across boozy and with more strawberry, this batch is approachable & complete

Company on Label: Maker's Mark Whiskey Type: Wheated Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: 70% Corn, 16% Wheat, 14% Rating: 4/5

nothing else different about this release from your regular Jack - same mash bill recipe, time, and care While quite tasty, the palate doesn't quite live up to the exceptional qualities of the nose which will My last sip is a bittersweet farewell to a very enjoyable pour. Rating: 4/5

On their website , they say: Our mission is to hand-select exceptional, distinctive spirits from top TL;DR: a range of flavors impeccably executed by a whiskey that drinks above its age Rating:  4/5 ( Really tongue-in-cheek, blame the angels for taking more of their fair share from this barrel, meaning the evaporation rate was relatively high during aging, leaving the bottling rate relatively low, which may explain why the

The literary proximity and dark, barbecue smoke character lead one to also think of coal. The BBQ notes are very prevalent; there's a Smokey Joe vibe, too, lid off and coals smoking white, ready me through the tastes in my mouth, but unfortunately for my tired palate, the one note I get at the very Rating:  5/5 ( Just wow.