

Soldier Valley Lee Greenwood Signature Bourbon Review
A whiskey company that helps serve veteran charities? That's worth a sip. Soldier Valley, a brand partnered and aligned with country music icon Lee Greenwood, donates a portion of the proceeds from every bottle to important charities that provide services and support to our veterans, their families, and the first responders who protect our communities. Their donations reach Tunnels to Towers Foundation, Helping a Hero, and Folds of Honor. Their website expands on their missio

Nick Anderson
Sep 21


Hatozaki Small Batch Whisky Review: The Art of Japanese Malt Whisky Blending
Hatozaki small-batch whisky is one of the flagship products of the Kaikyō Distillery in Japan. It's notably not a Japanese whisky, given it seems to contain a Scotch malt whisky component, which is really interesting. When I look at a blend like this, I often consider it an opportunity for human skill to shine. In an era of maximizing distillery efficiency in order to extend profits, I find myself admiring those who are doing things in the low and slow methods of old. The bra

Nick Anderson
Nov 16, 2025


Jack Daniel's Heritage Barrel Tennessee Whiskey Review: A Fresh Take on Toasted
“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” - Carl Bard Through the years, I have admittedly grown weary of toasted barrel finishes. Far too often, the process of adding a new barrel late to the equation typically de-ages already mature stock. Even if processed in a way that is favorable to producing sweet tones, this nonsensical approach to whiskey maturation has drawn my ire in more than a few reviews .

Nick Anderson
Nov 3, 2025


New England Barrel Company Small Batch Bourbon & Rye Review: Whiskey that Won't Break the Bank
Let's talk whiskey! If you're thinking, "of course, that's why I'm here," then bravo to you for your time and intentions. Yes, whiskey is...

Jes Smyth
Feb 13, 2025


A Midwinter Night's Dram Act 12 Port Finished Rye Review: Don't Call it a Comeback
High West Distillery continues to roll out their once-per-year port-finished Rendezvous Rye series, A Midwinter Night's Dram.

Nick Anderson
Jan 7, 2025


13th Colony French Oak Finish Southern Rye Whiskey Small Batch Review
Georgia called; they want you to know they make whiskey too. Founded in 2009, 13th Colony is the oldest operating distillery since...

Nick Anderson
Nov 13, 2024






