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It's a vanillin-forward dram, but not in a traditional bourbon sense... think biscotti, bread pudding pine aromas that takes me right back to the stand of trees I was hunting in earlier today. reluctant to say there is no linger here, but it's just different than any whiskey experience you might The finish is beginning to mount with subsequent sips, suggesting this is a session dram meant to be My last sip is a powerhouse of flavor as cannoli and nutmeg slow dance into the night.

During an incredible night of Repeal Day celebrations, Liberty Pole graciously hosted a group of vintage Jim, Ellen, Rob, and Kevin for opening their distillery to our group and providing an unforgettable night toasted, medium-charred barrels for an additional 11 months Nose: Carnival cotton candy greets us right where the distinct wood influence finds its mark, again with none of the youthful characteristics one might elevates the category, and the end result is a whiskey that we're sure to be sipping on all winter long—right

Bottled at cask strength, this is the enthusiast's dram through and through. One might argue that this bottling or the famed Blanton's Straight from the Barrel might make a suitable lighting. something right in the middle between Stagg Junior and George T. TL;DR: A bold Kentucky bourbon built for end of night toasts Rating:  4/5 ( Really good.

find myself yearning to just sip through the rest of it so I can move on to a better pour to end my night Nearing that moment, I find the empty glass smells of cracked plastic and light grass. Palate:  My first sip is light, playful, and sweet as lemon curd and green tea come together. This is a dynamic dram that doesn't try to do too many things; instead, it does a few things well. You might be sleeping on something you really enjoy under certain conditions.

this mantra, the brand donates a portion of the proceeds from Good Trouble bourbon sales to Shine Your Light So, let's sit back, dim the lights, and see what this glass of Trouble in Blues has to say, shall we? My final sip is as easy as the first, a perfect companion on a cold winter's night, like the easy yet TL;DR: A delightful dram filled with all the notes one would expect from a well-composed bourbon Rating

For the first time in over 100 years, single malt Irish whiskey is being distilled and produced right Deep inhales show off more delicate florality as the intensity and complexity of this wispy, whimsical dram Returning my nose to the glass after a few sips adds in graham cracker and light baker's chocolate. The well-rested glass reveals light toffee, nutmeg, and delicate breadiness. something you might have a few of on a hot day as more of a refreshment than a proper dram.

bourbon history lives on in this brand), I highly recommend you check out the many articles available right For now, sit back, pour a dram you can sink into, and come along as I send us back in time to the year It was winter and cold—February cold (if you live in the Midwest, you know what that means). There I stood, wrapped in all the cold-weather gear, fluorescent lights buzzing overhead as I gazed appreciatively

Aromas of strawberry shortcake, fruity pebbles, and light, fizzy grape soda all dance wonderfully in The dram is quickly losing steam with time in the glass and deep inhales now, and what comes with it is the sad realization that there can't be light and beauty without darkness and decay. The empty glass smells of sweet tarts, juicy Granny Smith apple, and light honey. TL;DR: Give your full attention to the start of this fruity dram before settling into a cream finish

You might interject, "But American single malt already existed long before that date!" It sheds new light, offers a full lens of transparency, and brings a heightened awareness toward a budding ganache, graham cracker, salted oysters, and butter tones present themselves like the best kind of night An incredible feat of blending, bottled at just the right proof at 108.1° by Murphy Quint and team. creamy fig, and blackberry tart are all complex nuances you'll find sipping through this delightful dram

Deep inhales produce a bit of tingling wood spice, as one might expect out of a decently aged Kentucky Vanilla biscotti, caramel chews, and light strawberry candy offer a perpetual treat for the nostrils. The empty glass smells of light marshmallow and the inside of a camping tent. kind and sweet to me, calling forth a wonderful array of memories of some of my favorite Louisville nights TL;DR: A lovely return to form for Stagg with a balanced strawberry-forward dram Rating:  4/5 Really

filled this glass just a bit more than I usually like to; I usually try to review a pour that starts right But it's been a long day, and I'm ready for one good pour before probably an early to bed night tonight Light leather and pepper spice. Powerful dustiness that overwhelms the nose. Rating: 3/5 If you're still paying attention down here, you might be saying: "Nick, a 3/5 AND an Amongst

The longer I sit with this dram, the creamier the aromas become. It's certainly keeping me on my toes, although I can't help but notice how unsure of itself this dram I think it's time to say goodnight to this dram, but not goodbye. Time, however, is in this dram's favor, and it's my hope this will positively influence the idea that I look forward to raiding my co-writer's whiskey study for a dram in the near future, if he doesn't sample