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Review: Elijah Craig Single Barrel Bourbon 15 Years Old
There is absolutely no shortage of Elijah Craig bourbon expressions, but age-stated editions have been hard to come by since the release of Elijah Craig 18 Years Old was released way back in 2015. Elijah Craig 15 Years Old seemingly came out of the blue this season, offering an older but slightly tamer experience than… The post Review: Elijah Craig Single Barrel Bourbon 15 Years Old appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by Christopher Null6 viewsamerican-whiskeybourbonbuy-it-nowfeaturedrated-breviews - news
Four Roses Releases Second Iteration of Its 100-Proof Single Barrel Collection
Four Roses Bourbon is releasing the second iteration of its Single Barrel Collection consisting of three, 100-proof whiskeys ranging from 7 to 9 years in age. The collection offers a trio of distinct flavor profiles geared toward different taste preferences. Each single-barrel expression comes with a suggested retail price of $49.99, and the nationwide rollout will begin in May. The bottles’ names — OESQ, OESF, and OBSK — are codes that refer to their respective recipes. The article Four Roses Releases Second Iteration of Its 100-Proof Single Barrel Collection appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonfour-roses-bourbongallonewsproduct-releaserelease - news
Review: Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Bourbon (2026)
If it seems like we just visited Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Bourbon, you’re not taking crazy pills. The 2025 batch dropped around November, and not even six months later, we’ve got a new release. Indeed, along with a new (age-stated) rye, this year’s bourbon is part of a double-header that coincides with the company moving… The post Review: Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Bourbon (2026) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by David Tao6 viewsamerican-whiskeybourbonbuy-it-nowfeaturedrated-areviews - educational
Mashbills, Demystified: What 51% Actually Buys You
The legal definitions for bourbon, rye, wheat whiskey, and corn whiskey all hinge on a single percentage. Understanding what that 51% does (and doesn't) constrain changes how you taste.
by My Liquor Library Editorial24 viewseducationbourbonmashbillgrain - news
Review: Michter’s Single Barrel Straight Bourbon 10 Years Old 2026
The return of Michter’s ultra luxe Celebration Sour Mash, only the fifth release to date, somewhat overshadowed the announcement that the fan favorite 10-year-old single barrel was also on its way, destined for the top shelves at your local watering hole and the fancy display cabinets of those liquor stores lucky enough to get… The post Review: Michter’s Single Barrel Straight Bourbon 10 Years Old 2026 appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by Drew Beard5 viewsamerican-whiskeybourbonbuy-it-nowfeaturedrated-areviews - news
Buffalo Trace Releases Eagle Rare 30, the Brand’s Oldest Bourbon Yet
Buffalo Trace Distillery is releasing Eagle Rare 30, the product line’s oldest bourbon yet. Bottled at 101 proof in a 750-milliliter decanter, the ultra-mature whiskey will roll out in limited quantities to retailers, bars, and restaurants beginning in May with a suggested retail price of $12,500, the distillery announced in a release. A Bonhams auction, opening on April 24 and closing May 8, will kick off Eagle Rare 30’s release and offer up the first two publicly available bottles of the new whiskey. The worldwide rollout will then begin through parent company Sazerac’s distribution network. The article Buffalo Trace Releases Eagle Rare 30, the Brand’s Oldest Bourbon Yet appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonbuffalo-tracenewsproduct-release - news
Review: Booker’s Bourbon “Big Easy Batch” 2026-01
The first batch of Booker’s Bourbon for 2026 arrived a few days ago. We’re jumping on top of it with coverage of this “Big Easy Batch,” named for Booker Noe’s love of New Orleans. Who can blame him? This expression is a blend of five sub-lots from the Beam warehouses, the youngest being 7 years,… The post Review: Booker’s Bourbon “Big Easy Batch” 2026-01 appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by Christopher Null5 viewsamerican-whiskeybourbonbuy-it-nowfeaturedrated-areviews - news
Review: Jack Daniel’s 14 Years Old (All Batches, Updated 2026)
I wasn’t sure I saw this one coming: On the heels of Jack Daniel’s first two age-stated releases, JD 10 Years Old and JD 12 Years Old, the Lynchburg, Tennessee-based distillery has added a third sibling, Jack Daniel’s 14 Years Old. Intriguingly, it’s the first 14-year-old expression of Jack Daniel’s produced since Jack Daniel himself… The post Review: Jack Daniel’s 14 Years Old (All Batches, Updated 2026) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by Christopher Null5 viewsamerican-whiskeybourbonbuy-it-nowfeaturedrated-breviews - news
Revisited: Woodinville Straight Bourbon
I’d like to thank Woodinville Whiskey for sending this review sample with no strings attached. It has been thirteen hundred, thirty-nine days since I last look a look at Woodinville Whiskey . It was the first time that I’d had one of their whiskeys, and it certainly wasn’t the last. Since that time, we’ve looked at a number of their products and liked most of them quite a bit. However, I hadn’t picked up the original bourbon again for a while. So I was very excited when they sent me this bottle in order to promote their recent bottle redesign and new 6-year age statement. God, I love age statements showing up. And it really is a lovely bottle. And since that new bottle was the entire reason I got to take another look at it, I should probably let them tell you a little about it. Woodinville's updated bottle pays homage to the traditional shape that has become synonymous with Woodinville but has been refined to reflect the ultra-premium liquid they produce. The bottle features two differ
by Eric Burke2 viewsbourboni-like-thissmall-or-craft-distillerwhiskey-reviews - news
Angel’s Envy Unveils 2026 Cask Strength Dual Release Featuring Bourbon & First‑Ever Age‑Stated Rye
Angel’s Envy continues to push those boundaries with its 2026 Cask Strength Dual Release — pairing its highly anticipated annual Cask Strength Bourbon with a brand‑new milestone expression: the Angel’s Envy 10‑Year Cask Strength Rye, the distillery’s first age‑stated rye bottled at cask strength. A Bourbon Built on Legacy and Finishing Angel’s Envy’s annual Cask […]
by Ryan Foley5 viewsbartending-newsbrand-launchesangels-envybourbonnew-productrye - news
Buffalo Trace Releases Two New Whiskeys — Single Oak Rye Bourbon and Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon
Buffalo Trace has announced the release of two new bourbons as part of two collections in its lineup, according to recent reporting. The distillery is cementing its 27-year-long Single Oak Project as a permanent product line with the debut of Single Oak Rye Bourbon. It is simultaneously releasing Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon as part of its Experimental Collection. The highly limited rollout for both newcomers will begin this month. The article Buffalo Trace Releases Two New Whiskeys — Single Oak Rye Bourbon and Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonbuffalo-tracenewsproduct-release - news
13th Annual BourbonGuy.com Brackets: The Championships
Welcome back, folks! We are now at the end of the 2026 contest. Eight whiskeys entered the arena. Four have fallen by the wayside. There have been some delicious treats, with not a single stinker in the bunch. Let’s see how it all ends and if we’ve learned anything along the way. First, we have the Round Two matchups. Division 2: Crooked Meteor (Maker’s 46) vs. Wobbly Parachute (Benchmark Single Barrel) Pre-Reveal Thoughts: On the mouth Wobbly Parachute is giving me a little more cherry and baking spice. Crooked Meteor also gives some fruit and baking spice, but tosses a little bubblegum in there too. Crooked Meteor has a softer mouthfeel, being almost velvety by comparison. Wobbly Parachute is sweeter on the nose showing more toffee-This is so close that I'm going to hazard a guess that the winner here goes on to take the whole thing. I like Crooked Meteor's nose better. Wobbly Parachute has a nicer finish. At the end of the day though the mouthfeel of Crooked Meteor gives this just t
by Eric Burke2 viewsbracketsbourbonbartonbuffalo-tracebrown-formanfour-roses - news
Gallo Finalizes Acquisition of Four Roses Bourbon From Kirin Holdings
Megawatt wine, beer, and spirits producer E&J Gallo Winery announced today that it completed its acquisition of Four Roses Bourbon from Japan beverage conglomerate Kirin Holdings. Neither party disclosed the terms of the transaction. The completion comes roughly two months after Gallo agreed to acquire the premium bourbon brand for up to $775 million dollars. Kirin began shopping Four Roses around for $1 billion in October. UBS Investment Bank and Jefferies advised Kirin and Gallo, respectively, to finalize the sale. The article Gallo Finalizes Acquisition of Four Roses Bourbon From Kirin Holdings appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonfour-roses-bourbongallomergers-and-acquisitionsnewspremium-spirit - news
Spring 2026 Issue Preview
What You’ll Find Inside: Spring Issue 2026 Flowers are blooming, and the sun is shining as we step into the spring months. Bourbon+ is moving forward, leaning into the new energy of the season. The issue you have before you focuses on growth and raising a glass to what lies ahead. Our cover story features…
by Lisa Konicki2 viewscoverfeatureduncategorizedbourbondee-robinsongood-trouble-bourbon - news
13th Annual BourbonGuy.com Brackets: Round 1d: Redemption Bourbon vs Early Times Bottled-in-Bond
Hello again my friends! We are back with the final of our Round 1 Competitions. These were tasted in an order only known to my wife as another bit of obfuscation to hide what was being tasted. So Round 1 of the 2026 BourbonGuy.com Brackets continues with Division 1’s Number 1 seed, Early Times Bottled-in-Bond taking on Number 4 seed, Redemption. This is an interesting competition as it featured the highest proof pour versus the lowest proof as well as the two least expensive pours in the competition. Fun fact, each of these pours seem to be brands in transition as we will detail below. This bottle of Redemption is a two year old sourced bourbon from Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits, producers of Bib & Tucker, Masterson’s Rye, Gray Whale Gin, and Josh Cellars wine. Redemption is sourced from MGP in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. We are featuring a slightly older bottling as it looks as if the brand may have updated their bottle and possibly reformulated their bourbon since this bottle was produced
by Eric Burke2 viewsbartonbourbonsazeracnon-distiller-producerbrackets - news
Costco’s ‘Got That Dog’ in New Bourbon With Iconic $1.50 Hot Dog on the Label
On Friday, Costco customers shopping in the alcohol aisles found themselves face to face with a frankfurter. Last week, Costco added to its shelves a new bourbon called “I Got That Dog in Me,” bearing a label with the chain’s famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo. Now, Costco loyalists are vying to guzzle the viral glizzy in bourbon form: Since the product’s unannounced release, redditors have been flaunting their prized purchases to the r/Costco_alcohol, r/Costco, and r/whiskey forums. The article Costco’s ‘Got That Dog’ in New Bourbon With Iconic $1.50 Hot Dog on the Label appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourboncostcofast-foodfoodhot-dognews - news
Strawberry Cardamom Old Fashioned for an Aromatic Surprise on an Old Favorite
The post Strawberry Cardamom Old Fashioned for an Aromatic Surprise on an Old Favorite appeared first on Cocktail Contessa .
by Heather Wibbels5 viewsberrycocktail-recipesfruitold-fashionedbourboncardamom - news
Raspberry Bourbon Mule Steps Up the Mule Format into a Friday-worthy Sip
The post Raspberry Bourbon Mule Steps Up the Mule Format into a Friday-worthy Sip appeared first on Cocktail Contessa .
by Heather Wibbels5 viewsberrybourboncocktail-recipesfruitlimemule - news
13th Annual BourbonGuy.com Brackets: Round 1c: Maker’s 46 vs Woodford Reserve
Good afternoon friends! We are back yet again with the third of our Round 1 Competitions. These were tasted in an order only known to my wife as another bit of obfuscation to hide what was being tasted. So Round 1 of the 2026 BourbonGuy.com Brackets continues with Division 2’s Number 3 seed, Woodford Reserve taking on Number 2 seed, Maker’s 46. Maker’s 46 was the second wide-release, permanent product in the history of Maker’s Mark. The first being…Maker’s Mark. It came after much experimentation under the direction Bill Samuels Jr., son of founder Bill Samuels Sr. The “46” is said to be the winning trial number in the original experiments. Maker’s 46 takes the original wheated Maker’s Mark and “finishes” with the addition of French Oak staves toward the end of the aging process for a sweeter and spicier product. Maker’s 46 is produced at the Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, KY. This bottle was purchased at Viking Liquor Barrel in Prior Lake, MN for $29.97 for a 750 mL bottle or $2.
by Eric Burke2 viewsmakers-markbrown-formanbourbonbrackets - news
13th Annual BourbonGuy.com Brackets: Round 1b: 1792 vs. Yellowstone Select
And we’re back with the second of our Round 1 Competitions. These were tasted in an order only known to my wife as another bit of obfuscation to hide what was being tasted. So Round 1 of the 2026 BourbonGuy.com Brackets continues with Division 1’s Number 3 seed, Yellowstone Select taking on Number 2 seed, 1792 Bourbon. Yellowstone Select is the flagship product of the Limestone Branch Distillery in Lebanon, KY. This is the first time that a Yellowstone release has been in the contest. Prior to the brand, coming home to Limestone Branch, it certainly would have qualified. But then it got better and was priced out of range. And now because inflation is weird, it fits again. This bottle was purchased at Total Wine in Burnsville, MN for $29.99 for a 750 mL bottle or $2.00 per pour. Their opponent is a bourbon that I have consumed more than my fair share of as we used to get a lot of barrel pick versions of it down at my local corner liquor store. 1792 Bourbon is produced by Sazerac at thei
by Eric Burke2 viewsbourbonbracketsbartonlux-row-yellowstone - news
Buffalo Trace Releases Daniel Weller Spelt Wheat, an Experimental Bourbon With an Unlikely Grain
Buffalo Trace is expanding its Daniel Weller line of experimental wheated bourbons with Daniel Weller Spelt Wheat. The release is just the second edition in the line, which debuted in 2023 with Daniel Weller Emmer Wheat. Spelt Wheat’s rollout will be limited with a suggested retail price of $549.99. The distillery opted to work with spelt — an ancient grain typically relegated to bread and beer production — because of its nutty yet smooth flavor profile, according to a press release. The choice in wheat is an extension of the Weller bourbon tradition: The Daniel Weller line honors W.L. The article Buffalo Trace Releases Daniel Weller Spelt Wheat, an Experimental Bourbon With an Unlikely Grain appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonbuffalo-traceproduct-releasewellerwheatedwheated-bourbon - news
13th Annual BourbonGuy.com Brackets: Round 1a: Benchmark Single Barrel vs. Four Roses Small Batch
Here we go! Let’s get down to the competitions. I hope that you guys are as excited about this as I am. These were tasted in an order only known to my wife as another bit of obfuscation to hide what was being tasted. So Round 1 of the 2026 BourbonGuy.com Brackets starts with Division 2’s Number 4 seed, Four Roses Small Batch taking on Number 1 seed, Benchmark Single Barrel Bourbon . Four Roses Small Batch , produced by the Four Roses Distillery in Lawrenceburg, KY, used to be this Four Roses Fanboy’s favorite pour from them. I really enjoyed the mellow, nuanced flavor. Of course, as I grew accustomed to higher proof bourbons, it soon felt a little…weak. I still enjoy a pour of it now and then, because it is delicious, but I don’t buy it nearly as often as I used to and that makes me just a little sad. This bottle was purchased at Total Wine in Burnsville, MN for $26.99 for a 750 mL bottle or $1.80 per pour. Their opponent is a bourbon that I don’t think I’ve ever had before, though it’
by Eric Burke2 viewsbourbonbracketsbuffalo-tracefour-roses - release
The Limited-Drop Cycle: Why So Many Bottles Are Allocation-Only
Allocation lists, lottery releases, and "ask your retailer" availability aren't a marketing fad — they're a logical consequence of how aged inventory actually works. Here's the math behind it.
by My Liquor Library Editorial23 viewsbourbonallocationsagingsupply - news
Elijah Craig Releases First 15-Year-Old Single-Barrel Bourbon at 108 Proof
Elijah Craig is adding to its single barrel expressions with a 15-year-old bourbon, the brand announced today. The release comes in at 108 proof, or 54 percent ABV, making it the second-highest in the current lineup behind the 124.2 proof Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. With its higher-proof option, the brand wants to cater to consumers with complex, robust palates, according to the release. The article Elijah Craig Releases First 15-Year-Old Single-Barrel Bourbon at 108 Proof appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley2 viewsbourbonheavenly-hill-distillerynewsproduct-releaserelease