Before we get into another review - I'd like to say the usefulness of most single barrel reviews really Your mileage may vary significantly barrel to barrel, but one thing is for certain - if you are a local being reviewed (if it is anywhere near you), or look for high level trends to see if chasing single barrels This is a solid pick and having tried some of the other barrels that Jen has picked, I know that Plaza is the place to stop in for whiskey single barrel picks out in the Berkshires.

I wanted to have some frame of reference on if this was a good version of Old Forester barrel strength Only note presenting regularly here is a slightly toasted oak. Post-sip the fruit flavors are finally revealed and match the palate tasting notes well. The cherry lightened up and is now replaced with a lightly toasted, golden marshmallow and graham cracker Rating: 4/5 Final Ranking: Liquor Junction > Boston Guys You have to go into this pour expecting your taste

I did a blind tasting of this live on Instagram with @amongstthefernsco , and it was a blast. We very clearly identified this as the better whiskey when compared blindly to Elijah Craig Barrel Proof of $275 Nose: From a foot away I can smell the rich caramel from what seems to be a great deal of barrel confectioners sugar, My last sip is a delight as blood orange, cherry parfait, and cinnamon doughnuts pepper my taste

The first cigar blend from Barrell Bourbon has officially landed, and I'm surely not the first person In fact, that's exactly what Barrell Bourbon notes on their back label: "Refined yet expressive, it's I've had many experiences with Barrell Bourbon releases, and at this point, I hold trust and respect Thank you to the fine folks at Barrell Bourbon for providing this bottle. Barrell really hit it out of the park on a sleeper of a blend I thought was past its prime.

But what goes into selecting a good barrel? You have to pick for them too, but most of the barrel is likely going to go to folks who don't taste regularly and explore nuanced differences barrel to barrel. Now let's get into some tasting notes for those upcoming barrels I teased! This barrel is definitely one I can see myself sharing with my dad.

I've long been more of a critic than a believer in these barrel proof single barrels. ) at their straight-from-the-barrel proof. Then I was invited down to Kentucky to help pick another barrel from Heaven Hill. that tastes exactly like the shelf option - people ultimately need a reason to choose your barrel pick Rich barrel influence gives this a sturdy backbone. Let's jump in for a sip.

Barrell Bourbon Batch 038 arrives at a fitting moment in American whiskey. As the nation marks its 250th year, Barrell celebrates the occasion by honoring bourbon's legacy and Barrell discloses the age of every component, reflecting a transparency that few blending houses offer Barrell's cask strength bourbon batches were once released quarterly, but in recent years the series Barrell really upped their game when they upped the age statement on this release.

Old Forester barrel proof picks can be hit or miss for me. typically run in the 4-6 year range) Further identification: This is a Warehouse I, Floor 1 single barrel

This 17 year Kentucky straight bourbon—that came out of a barrel that yielded just 62 bottles—felt like to barrel. It is numbered on the back label as barrel number 23, pulled from rick 6. While this goes well beyond what you would expect out of an Old Forester barrel proof single barrel , The 2025 King of Kentucky 17 year single barrel 23 was a lovely short barrel to get to pick through,

After tasting through the lineup and discussing what the top three barrels were, it was a unanimous decision What makes this barrel completely unique is that it is the first barrel to come from the location of Toasted oak vanilla layers continue to bombard my senses. barrel strength offerings have been tame and almost bland at times. This one really scratches the barrel proof lover's itch well.

Despite being a relatively new player on the scene, Barrell Bourbon has continued to distinguish themselves Using only sourced whiskey from a variety of undisclosed distilleries, Barrell has made a solid mark Barrell isn't a new brand to the Amongst the Whiskey writers. With highly cherished barrel picks and a top rated rye in the archives, this is a brand that continues Batch 036 is the first to showcase Barrell's new label.

Taylor - in Barrel Proof form. Now that the glass has been resting for some time it's deeply steeped in rich, earthy chocolate and toasted That cherry and cinnamon pop are everything I love about barrel proof bourbons in general. This tastes like the E.H. Taylor Single Barrel I have, but turned up to about 15. insides of my lips from the intensity of the proof, but my mouth and chest surely have no clue this is a barrel