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Maker’s Mark BEP (2023 Limited Release)
Our review of Maker’s Mark BEP breaks down its fruity nose, buttery mouthfeel, and oak-forward finish. Priced at a $70 MSRP, is it worth the price or better to catch in on sale? Find out here!
Bardstown Bourbon Origin Series
This review of Bardstown Bourbon (Origin Series), highlights its smooth, light profile with notes of honey, pear, and vanilla. At its $5 MSRP, this bourbon is a flavorful yet approachable pour that’s perfect for any season.
Booker’s Bourbon (2024 Master Distillers Batch)
A rich bourbon featuring dark red fruits, brown sugar, and a long, chocolatey finish. At an MSRP of $90, is this high-proof pour worth the price?
Peerless Toasted Bourbon (Batch 3)
A syrupy, sweet profile with honeycomb, marshmallow, and funfetti cake notes, balanced by a punch of proof and oak. But, is it worth grabbing for $100 MSRP?
Ben Holladay Soft Red Wheat Rickhouse Proof
Ben Holladay Soft Red Wheat Rickhouse Proof, a wheated bourbon offering notes of caramel, banana nut bread, and cedar wood. At an MSRP around $75, does this bottle’s straightforward, sweet profile with a proof bite make it worth the price? Find out!
Jack Daniels Coy Hill
With notes of strawberry, toasted marshmallow, and rich caramel, this bourbon delivers a special occasion pour that many consider a top-tier experience. Found at MSRP, it's a treat, but with secondary prices soaring over $800, is it worth the splurge?
1792 Sweet Wheat
This $50 wheated bourbon brings a balanced profile with sweet notes of peach cobbler, subtle peanut, and buttery mouthfeel. Wondering if 1792 Sweet Wheat is worth the MSRP? Check out our full review on flavor, finish, and value.
Elmer T Lee Single Barrel Bourbon
Discover the nostalgia and flavor of Elmer T Lee Single Barrel Bourbon in this Barrel Bro’s review. Explore its fruity nose, mellow palate, and lingering finish. Is it worth the hype? Find out here.
Heaven Hill Grain to Glass (Wheated)
Is Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Wheated worth its $100 MSRP, or is the 121 proof too hot for this wheated bourbon? Read our review to find out if the bold proof enhances or overpowers its sweet maple and peanut flavors.
Barrel King - Batch 12 (Cara-Coconut Apple)
With an MSRP over $100, does the caramel, coconut, and apple finish for Barrel King Batch 12 shine through? Explore the unique tasting notes, including toasted marshmallow and a red apple palate, and find out if this high-proof whiskey is worth the price or best found on sale.
Willett Speakeasy Bourbon
Willett Speakeasy Bourbon Review – learn about this light, easy-to-drink bourbon with fruity notes, smooth finish, and an approachable price. Find out if this bottle is worth picking up at MSRP or paying a little more.
Wild Turkey 70th Anniversary Release
Is Wild Turkey's 70th Anniversary 8-Year Bourbon worth the hype, or is it just a gimmick? Our review compares it to the standard Wild Turkey 101, exploring if the added age justifies its $50 MSRP. Find out if it's worth the price or if you should stick to the classic.
Old Route 8 Bourbon
Old Route 8 Bourbon offers bold flavors of berries, caramel, and oak, with a smooth, fruity finish. In this review, we explore its rich profile and whether it's worth the price compared to similar bourbons. Ideal for those who enjoy darker, dialed-back flavors.
Paul Sutton Bourbon (Private Select)
Read the Barrel Bro's review of Paul Sutton Bourbon. With a sweet nose like birthday cake and a bold alcohol-forward palate, is this bottle worth its price? We discuss whether this bourbon's sweet nose delivers on the taste and finish.
Benchmark Bonded
At a budget-friendly price, does this bottle deliver on flavor despite its youthful profile? Explore its nose, palate, finish, and value compared to other budget bourbons. Read our review of Benchmark Bonded from Buffalo Trace
Jack Daniels 12 Year
Is Jack Daniels 12-Year worth the upgrade from the 10-Year? Our review compares both bottles, exploring the richer flavors, smoother finish, and whether the 12-Year justifies its higher MSRP or even paying secondary.
Jack Daniels 10 Year
Is the elusive Jack Daniels 10-Year (Batch 2) whiskey worth paying over MSRP? Our review breaks down its rich flavors, smooth finish, and whether the hype justifies the price.
Elijah Craig Toasted Rye
Learn how the Elijah Craig Toasted Rye provides sweet orange notes, subtle rye spice, and a toasted oak profile to create a satisfying pour. Is this 94-proof rye whiskey a great value at its MSRP? Or should you search for something else?
Benchmark Full Proof
Looking for a budget-friendly, high-proof bourbon? This may be it! Our Benchmark Full Proof review covers its flavor profile, price, and how it compares to other Buffalo Trace offerings.
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (C922)
Learn how Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (C922) compares to other yearly releases. With flavors of chocolate pudding, caramel, and medicinal cherry, does this high-proof pour deliver the complexity expected at its MSRP?