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E. H. Taylor Straight Rye
Read our E.H. Taylor Straight Rye review to explore its sweet candy notes, subtle rye spice, and light oak finish. Find out if this Colonel-approved bottle at its MSRP or sale price is worth adding to your collection.

Old Carter Rye
Old Carter Rye (Batch 11) provides a bold and flavorful rye whiskey that lives up to the hype. From its rye bread and cherry pie nose to its silky fig newton palate, find out if it's worth the $200+ MSRP or even paying secondary.

Stranahan’s Single Barrel
Our Stranahan's Single Barrel review explores its sweet grape and berry notes, hints of honey and vanilla, and a well-balanced dark fruit profile. Discover if this single malt whiskey's MSRP price is worth it or if you should wait for a sale!

Buckner’s Single Barrel 10-Year
Read our review of Buckner's 10-Year Single Barrel Bourbon from Augusta Distillery. A rich pour with dark caramel, fig, and oak—but is it worth the $150 price tag? Find out here!

Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Barrel Proof
This high-proof pour delivers rich notes of banana, vanilla, and toasted oak with a bold finish. Find out if it's worth grabbing at your next visit to the local liquor store. Full tasting notes, price insights, and more!

Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel
Read our in-depth review of Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Bourbon, a rich and flavorful toasted bourbon that blends candied cherry, burnt marshmallow, and butterscotch with a smoky oak finish. Is it worth the $50 price? Find out in our full review!

E. H. Taylor Barrel Proof
E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Bourbon delivers bold dark fruit sweetness, rich caramel, and a rye-like spice on the finish. Read our full review to see if this high-proof pour is worth its MSRP—or the steep secondary price.

Wild Turkey Rare Breed
Read our Rare Breed Bourbon review to see how this barrel proof classic holds up. With bold oak, honey, and vanilla flavors at a great price, it’s a must-try for high-proof bourbon lovers.

Frank August Winter Cover Rye
A 3 barrel batch release with a unique bubblegum sweetness, subtle rye spice, and a buttery mouthfeel. At an MSRP of $125, does this Case Study 3 rye justify its price?

Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond
Looking for a 7-year-old bourbon that delivers classic flavor at a great price? Our Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond review breaks down this smooth, easy-drinking pour with notes of cherry, vanilla, oak, and caramel.

Stagg (Formerly Jr) Batch 23B
Stagg Batch 23B (formerly Stagg Jr.) is a powerhouse bourbon, delivering bold flavors of candied cherries, raspberry pie, and rich caramel, with hints of chocolate and a touch of oak.

Michter’s Toasted Rye
A $130 MSRP bottle delivering exceptional complexity with notes of vanilla custard, s’mores, and toasted marshmallow. Discover why this rye is worth its price and is perfect for special occasions.

Green River Single Barrel
The Green River Single Barrel is an exceptional pour that hides its proof point beautifully. This review highlights its decadent notes of crème brûlée, chocolate, apple pie, a sweet syrupy palate, and a balanced oak finish.

Green River Full Proof
Is Green River Full Proof worth its $50 MSRP? Read our in-depth review to uncover the sweet and smooth flavors, impressive palate, and how its finish stacks up. A must-read before your next bourbon purchase!

Russell’s Reserve 15
Is Russell’s Reserve 15-Year worth its $250+ MSRP? Our in-depth review covers its rich nose, smooth palate, and long, oak-forward finish to help you decide if this premium bourbon is a must-have or just another high-priced bottle.

Starlight Bourbon: Cherry Liqueur Finished
Is Starlight Bourbon (Cherry Liqueur Finished) an improvement on what they had? Or is it hiding some bad bourbon? Our review examines to see if its cherry liqueur finish delivers or disappoints.

Tin Cup Whiskey
Can a $35 whiskey like Tin Cup be enjoyed neat? Our review breaks down the nose, taste, and finish to see if this budget-friendly bottle delivers more than a mixer option.

Maker’s Mark BRT-02 (2022 Limited Release)
Is Maker’s Mark BRT-02 worth the price? Our review breaks down its bold wheated profile, with notes of oak, caramel, and peanuts.

Maker’s Mark BRT-01 (2022 Limited Release)
Is Maker’s Mark BRT-01 worth the secondary price of $150? Our review breaks down its unique nose, oak-forward palate, and dry finish.

Willett Bourbon Purple Top (6-Year)
Is Willett Purple Top (6-Year) worth the hype and high secondary market price? Read our in-depth review of its complex nose, rich palate, and long finish to see if this premium bourbon justifies its luxury price tag.