American Whiskey Reviews

A collection of 53 posts

American Whiskey Reviews

David James Bourbon and American Whiskey Review

David James Spirits, out of Kentucky, is seemingly in that awkward adolescent phase that a lot of craft distillers must go through and we had very different reactions to their two current offerings!

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Rush Creek Distilling Trophy Whiskey Review

I had the opportunity in February to meet up with the folks at Rush Creek Distilling at Distill America in Madison. I was intrigued by what they had to offer and was interested in learning more.

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Fifty Stone Single Malt Whiskey Review

This whiskey contains considerably more peat and iodine taste than I would expect from an American Whiskey, but if these Mainiacs are your style, you're going to be real glad they're doing what they're doing!

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Woodford Reserve Malt Whiskey Review

This bottle was a present to me from my cousin, for a favor I did for him in college, over 46 years ago. I truly did not remember it (even when he told me) but I was glad to receive the bottle. I’m have not been a big Woodford Bourbon fan in the past but find myself enjoying it more recently. When I

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StilL 630 Experimental Collection Release #12

This review of StiLl 630’s X-12 marks the completion of the first 12-months of their Experimental Collection release series. What a year it’s been. Only fitting that we mark this occasion with a review of a whiskey style that is making its debut at StiLl 630 – a wheat whiskey.

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Sunshine Reserve American Whiskey Review

he notes from the distiller tell us that they bake the barrel staves instead of charring. That explains the Malty flavor and nose. The 4 Grain Mash bill primarily made of Oats also adds a fair amount of sweetness. It was a little too sweet for my taste and underproof.

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StilL 630 Experimental Collection Release #9

Following quickly on the heels of our review of StilL 630’s X-9, we’re bringing you a review of their Experimental Collection Release X-9. The X-9 is a 16.25 month old cherrywood smoked single malt bottled at 100 proof.

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StilL 630 Experimental Collection Release #8

StilL 630’s Experimental Collection Release #8 gets the video review treatment today. The X-8 is a twist on StilL 630’s flagship RallyPoint rye whiskey where the normal 10% malt barley is replaced with chocolate roasted malted barley.

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StilL 630 Experimental Collection Release #7

Today we’re reviewing StilL 630’s Experimental Collection Release #7, a 100% mesquite smoked single malt barley whiskey aged for 15 months.

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STILL 630 EXPERIMENTAL COLLECTION RELEASE #6

Today we’re reviewing StilL 630’s Experimental Collection Release #6, a 100% applewood smoked single malt barley whiskey aged for 14 months. If you’re new to our journey we encourage to read our kick-off post about the Experimental Collection and Release #1.

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STILL 630 EXPERIMENTAL COLLECTION RELEASE #5

StilL 630’s Experimental Collection Release #5 gets the video review treatment today. Join us as we taste the X-5 and learn why StilL 630 decided to include a 100% corn whiskey as part of their Experimental Collection.

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StilL 630 Experimental Collection Release #4

StilL 630’s Experimental Collection Release #4 gets the video review treatment today. The X-4 is a departure from the previous releases which were all single malts.

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Old Baldy Batch 1 Review

Dave Perkins from High West once told me that whiskey drinkers want two things: (1) Something they’ve never had, and (2) Something they can’t get.

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StiLl 630 Experimental Collection Release #3 Review

Our 5-year, 60 spirits journey continues with StiLl 630 Experimental Collection Release #3. If you’re new to our journey we encourage to read our kick-off post about the Experimental Collection and Release #1 and #2.

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High West Bourye “Limited Sighting” Review

Bourye is a beautiful whiskey with a great dark amber color. With a slight twirl of the glass, it gives off some nice thick legs. Past renditions of this blend I have not enjoyed, however, I have been very happy with this “Limited Sighting,” as High West is calling it.

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StiLl 630 Experimental Collection Release #2 Review

Our 5-year, 60 spirits journey continues with StiLl 630 Experimental Collection Release #2. If you’re new to our journey we encourage to read our kick-off post about the Experimental Collection and Release #1.

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Distillery 291 Colorado Whiskey Review

I don’t like young whiskey. At best you get an interesting tropical banana flavor, and at worst your tongue feels like someone put a match out on it. That’s what I’d tell people before drinking the Colorado Whiskey.

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StilL 630 Experimental Collection Release #1 Review

This is the first post of a journey that will last 5-years. If everything goes as planned, it’s the first post of what will eventually be a collection of 60 review posts. Each post featuring a different experimental spirit distilled by StilL 630 Distillery.

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PENNA Dutch Malt Whiskey Review

The Pennsylvania Dutch came to America from Germany in the 17th century. This Dutch Malt Whiskey, made with traditional “Munich” style of malt, is a fitting tribute to those early pioneers whose rich traditions and enduring legacy still lives on today.

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Boondocks American Whiskey Cask Strength Review

Boondocks American Whiskey Cask Strength 127 Proof has distinctive aromas of rich caramel and vanilla. A robust and pleasantly aggressive palate is highlighted by fall spices and oak that leaves a long-lasting finish.

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Boondocks American Whiskey Review

Aged for 11 years in American white oak barrel in Kentucky, Boondocks American Whiskey 95 Proof is made from corn, rye, and malt.

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Outryder Straight American Whiskey Review

A straight American whiskey with higher rye content than our Small Batch Bourbon, but short of a true rye whiskey. Different and great. Perfect for sipping or making cocktails. It’s crafted from two distinct mash bills distilled in November of 2011.

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Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey Review

Following in the footsteps of Michter’s, Willett and others, West Virginia’s Smooth Ambler Spirits built a cult following by sourcing some of the tastiest whiskey on the planet.

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High West Campfire Whiskey Review

If you’re anything like me, you enjoy a wide variety of whiskeys. You might favor a particular style, but you occasionally dip your tastebuds in other styles. Personally, I prefer bourbon, especially those with a higher rye content; that probably explains why I love a good rye whiskey as well.

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Balcones Single Malt Whisky Review

The Bourbon Renaissance is in full effect and continues to become even more prominent as the demand for bourbon grows. Traditional distilleries continue to make great product, but the bourbon fervor has led smaller guys to jump into the game.