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between 9 and 11 barrels and finished in three separate charred oak solera barrels; MSRP is around $60 Nose The malt on this nose is impossible to miss, like messy fingers from melted chocolate sauce dripping The ranking, for those who are equally as curious, is below: 10th Anniversary Blend—a coalesced nose & palate filled with chocolate-covered caramels. 12th Anniversary Blend—a spicy fruit forward nose and palate with a short finish. 11th Anniversary Blend—similar to the 12th blend, softer nose with more

° Age: 7 years Further identification: This is a 1.75L I likely purchased some time in 2018 or 2019 Nose Palate: Oily mouth coating matches the nose very well. Copper, viscous citrus and molasses.

If you weren't living under a rock, then chances are Russell's Reserve 15 Year had your attention, your Let me know in the comments, did our experiences align? comprises an unknown number of barrels aged at least 13 years and was released in the Spring of 2025 Nose Yes, the start here is a bit all over the place, and, to be frank, the burn in my nose has me setting Patience, however, does wonders for the nose.

barrels, oloroso sherry, cream sherry, and ruby port casks, first made available in September of 2024 Nose :  Lifting the glass to my nose lets slip cursory notes of light sugar cookie, granulated sugar, and I'm not impressed with the pre-sip nose in the least. Following this, there's a kiss of smoke and a light heather undertone that are 3-minute highlights of the hour Nothing special about this pour. ) Wrapping up my final thoughts after 4 individual tastings of this

Rapid Liquors 2020 raffle; based on Blake's mash bill breakdown this is a 'high rye' rye mash bill Nose There's a touch of a lychee characteristic and it comes across quite juicy on the nose. I haven't even thought about taking a sip up until this point because the nose has been so enjoyable All throughout the glass I find a nose that feels steeped in history and quality. Rating: 4/5 This one is certainly getting a bit of a nod for the exceptional nose.

I am firm believer that the days experiences play a huge role in how you experience any given whiskey In general, I try not to review the first pour out of any bottle, but occasionally time and excitement fresh - I was drinking some Weller Antique earlier and then also drank coffee before getting to this pour Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: Undisclosed Proof: 86° Age: NAS Further identification: Barrel No 21G0244 Nose I'd be hard pressed to say this smells like anything other than Beam distillate based on the first nosing

Every once in a while, when I can’t figure out what to pour, I have my lovely assistant @amongstthefernsco pour me a glass completely blinded for a review. Nose: Big, flavorful, fruity and slightly proofy to start. Can smell it from across the table. Nose is sort of similar to Old Forester 1920. Anise, dark plum. Profile loses out on complexity, but makes up for it in high quality sweetness that lingers long.

If your bottle reads L21, you've got a batch 10 on your hands. barrel proof, the 13th release to date; it is typically only distributed once per year in the fall Nose It's hefty in the nose, like there's something more than just air passing through the nostrils. Bright lemon tea jumps to mind as my nose scours the depths of this already thoroughly enjoyable pour After a few sips, the nose is still quite fruity, though it begins to turn a touch tropical as coconut

Rich with old-school wheater aromas and flavors, this is a bottle that demands your attention. Carver with an MSRP of $124.99 Nose:  Goodness. I love this nose. The notes on the nose after a few sips cannot be understated. Palate:  This first sip is surprisingly bright, given the richness of the nose; orange leads the way

in May of 2025; 2,438 bottles were released for this batch and bottle 143 is under review here today Nose :  Upon first lifting the glass to my nose, I find the traditional soft caramel and vanilla one would It's a nice nose, but it doesn't seem to have something to attribute its indeterminate success to. Palate:  My first sip is sweet like the first moment you pop a Sweet Tart in your mouth and your salivary This one revealed the same dehydrated cherry the nose led with before turning slightly chalky with the

Nose: Immediately sugary tones begin to bubble out of the glass. It takes a bit of a keen nose to pull out they layers here. Let's jump over to the tasting notes before returning to the nose. Palate: Woah... where the nose was soft this is quite punchy! Let me know what's on your mind in the comments. Cheers!

This will in no way affect the final rating of the whiskey in accordance with our editorial policy . bourbon, 8 & 15 Tennessee bourbon, and 9 year Kentucky bourbon; it is available now at an MSRP of $84.99 Nose However, the more I sit with the Glencairn up against my nose, the more the proof grows, so I'll take Another sip has me smiling with a delectable sticky bun caramel quality that mimics the nose quite perfectly The nose and palate match perfectly and offer a well-balanced sip, ticking off all the boxes of good