Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery

Pappy Van Winkle's 15 Years Old Family Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

James K

9.7

The hype is real — 3 months ago

with Paul

Tom, Steve and 6 others liked this

Dave

15 years is the sweet spot 👌

Kentucky Springs Distilling Company

Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Eric Urbani

9.0

Still reliable. $32 at Costco ! — 8 months ago

Ceccherini, David and 9 others liked this

Rowan's Creek Distillery

Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey

Adam Baker

9.1

Rowan’s Creek - vanilla. Smooth. Bartender said it was the master distiller’s favorite Willett because “it tastes like bourbon.” — 10 months ago

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Adam Baker

9.2

Molasses, brown sugar, nutmeg. Spicy oak finish. Very good, but has a kick. 128.7 proof. — 4 years ago

with Brud

Dave liked this

Four Roses

Limited Edition Small Batch Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2025

Dave

9.6

I had a bottle of this limited edition in 2021, and at the time it was one of the best bourbons I'd ever enjoyed. Got my hands on a bottle of 2025 and it now costs considerably more. Really great juice. Although 109 proof, this does not throw too much heat. It tastes very much like a wheater (which it is not), yet the rye content is also prominent from the nose through the sip. Cherry, leather, cornbread, and cigar box. Best way I can describe it is that EH Taylor and Pappy 15 had a baby. It's very good.
Listening to Cheap Trick — 5 months ago

Lisanne, Tom and 19 others liked this

Dave

Yeah! If you can find it, have someone else pay for it!

Norman

2025 limited. Great way to start the year. And “best” is a high standard coming from you so if I ever see these regardless of year I’m making your pour some!

Dave

Aw shucks! It really is that good. Keep your eyes open at high end bars and restaurants, maybe you can sample it for less than an arm and a leg

Green Spot

Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey

Anton Siochi

9.5

Great example of Irish whiskey, mellow yet flavourful. Almost a syrupy mouthfeel, candy, a wee bite at the finish — 9 months ago

Firestone Walker Brewing Company

Wookey Jack Black Rye IPA

Jake Hajer

9.1

Good. Hard to get this type of beer made well. This is not woodsy or muddled in grain. Good, rich, balanced. — 3 years ago

High West Distillery

Midwinter Nights Dram Blend of Straight Rye Whiskeys 2025

Dave

9.3

I've bought this for the past 4 years, and this bottling is the most fruit forward. Candied fruit- apricots, cherries, and dates. The price has gotten out of hand, but it's yummy!
Listening to CSNY — 5 months ago

Peter, Tom and 17 others liked this

Tegan Marriott

Mayhaps they be! 😼

Tegan Marriott

Dram it on up!!!

Dave

We drammin', I hope you like drammin too.. @Tegan Marriott

Michter's

Small Batch US*1 Bourbon Whiskey

Vinny Brooklyn

9.0

The American counterpoint to an Irish whisky at the Embassy of Ireland in Japan (the recently opened Ireland House). USA a clear winner, even in the highball format. — 9 months ago

Apothic

Inferno Red Blend 2020

KRISTIE

9.6

Inspired by the “Apotheca”, a mysterious place where some of the earliest wine was blended and stored, Apothic wines offers a truly unique wine experience.

A red blend emerges from the flames, creating a most unexpected and masterful encounter.

Paying tribute to a time-honored craft, this wine has been aged for 60 days in whiskey barrels, creating bold notes of red and dark fruit with layers of maple and spice. — 3 years ago