The Best Rye Whiskey Under $50
PUNCH
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The best rye whiskey brands under $50, from Sazerac to Rittenhouse. These affordable bottles are versatile for cocktails or sipping neat.
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PUNCH
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The best rye whiskey brands under $50, from Sazerac to Rittenhouse. These affordable bottles are versatile for cocktails or sipping neat.
Imbibe Magazine
MARCH 15, 2024
As we recently explored in our Drinks Atlas column, Irish whiskey is experiencing a renaissance. Natterjack Irish Whiskey was conceived of by entrepreneur Aidan Mehigan, who aimed to create a contemporary Irish whiskey, both incorporating American techniques and paying homage to the spirit of the island. original, $89.99/cask
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PUNCH
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
We asked nine of America’s best bartenders to submit their finest recipe for the Whiskey Sour—then blind-tasted them all to find the best of the best.
Chilled Magazine
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Chilled Magazine
DECEMBER 23, 2023
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Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 14, 2024
When asked to name a distillery associated with Nevada, the bulk of whiskey drinkers will certainly come up with Frey Ranch or Smoke Wagon. Located in Mound House, Cataldo seeks to apply his culinary skills to the world of whiskey through Dovetail Distillery. Cut Throat Oat Whiskey surpassed my expectations. 95 proof.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 27, 2024
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The Whiskey Wash
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
We review Chattanooga Whiskey Russian River Pinot Cask Finished Bourbon, a custom blend of five bourbon mash bills that saw finishing time in Pinot Noir casks from the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County. image via Chattanooga Whiskey) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand.
Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 7, 2024
No, I never would have pegged Beyonce as a rye whiskey drinker, but I’ve gotten in trouble for stereotyping in the past, so let’s just forget about that. CN Drinkhacker ] The post Review: SirDavis Rye Whiskey appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking. Thanks again!
The Whiskey Wash
JULY 29, 2024
We review Chattanooga Whiskey Founder’s 12th Anniversary Blend, a complex blend of American whiskeys drawn upon once a year to celebrate the Tennessee distillery’s anniversary. image via Chattanooga Whiskey) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand.
The Whiskey Wash
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Credit: Wyoming Whiskey Wyoming Whiskey , Wyoming’s first legal distillery, has announced the appointment of a new master blender. Cook joined Wyoming Whiskey at the end of 2023, and is now succeeding Nancy Fraley as master blender for the brand. Read the full article at Wyoming Whiskey Appoints New Master Blender
Drinkhacker
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
For this seventh release, this American whiskey that threads the needle between bourbon and rye comes with its origin story, which I don’t recall ever reading. And here it is: In 2010, co-founder David DeFazio requested Wyoming Whiskey’s distiller at the time, Bourbon Hall of Famer Steve Nally, to develop a rye. 100 proof.
The Whiskey Wash
AUGUST 13, 2024
We review Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled in Bond Spring 2020, a bourbon made in four batches of 10 barrels each, aged over four years, and sporting a complex mash bill containing multiple varieties of malted wheat and malted barley. image via Chattanooga Whiskey) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand.
The Whiskey Wash
JULY 28, 2024
We review WhistlePig CampStock Wheat Whiskey, a wheat/rye whiskey blend influenced by a Solo Stove Bonfire toasted barrel finish. image via WhistlePig Whiskey) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. As WhistlePig has grown over the years, so has the whiskey categories it touches.
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 29, 2024
We review Wenzel Whiskey Rectifiers Rye #2, which takes 95/5 mash bill Indiana ryes and blends them together, consisting of two 8-year barrels and one 7-year barrel. image via Wenzel Whiskey) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. It is bottled at 114.4 It is bottled at 114.4
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 28, 2024
We review Wenzel Whiskey Wheated #3, a blend of around 14 Georgia wheated bourbon barrels (all 6.5-7 image via Wenzel Whiskey) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. As part of Wenzel Whiskey’s current strategy, they acquired the assets of Ghost Coast Distillery from Savannah, Ga.,
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 30, 2024
We review Wenzel Whiskey One 50th Bourbon, a “traditional” bourbon blend clocking in at 111.6 image via Wenzel Whiskey) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. As part of Wenzel Whiskey’s current strategy, they acquired the assets of Ghost Coast Distillery from Savannah, Ga.,
The Whiskey Wash
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The Tennessee Whiskey Trail has welcomed Peg Leg Porker Spirits and Stable Reserve Distillery as two new members. Image credits: Peg Leg Porker Spirits and Stable Reserve Distillery The Tennessee Whiskey Trail has announced the addition of two new trail members: Stable Reserve Distillery and Peg Leg Porker Spirits.
The Whiskey Wash
APRIL 1, 2024
We review Chattanooga Whiskey White Port Cask Finished, a custom blend created from three bourbon mash bills and aged for five years, including two in ex-white port casks from Portugal. image via Chattanooga Whiskey) Editor’s Note: The party behind this whisky gave us a review sample.
Boozist
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Thankfully, craft whiskey is having it’s day in the southern sun, too. Lauren and I popped by the Oaklore distillery to do […] The post Oaklore Distilling is making bloody good whiskey appeared first on Boozist. Moving to Charlotte from Chicago meant a step down in cocktails (at the time), but a step up in moonshine.
The Whiskey Wash
APRIL 12, 2024
We review Buzzard’s Roost American Whiskey, a three year-old, sourced whiskey finished in Buzzard’s Roost’s specialized secondary maturation process. image via Buzzard’s Roost) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand.
Cheers
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Northeast craft whiskey pioneer Hudson Whiskey has launched its newest limited-edition innovation: Hudson New York Rye Whiskey Calvados Cask Finish. Hudson New York Rye Whiskey Calvados Cask Finish is a blend of 95% rye and 5% malted barley, sourced locally from Hudson Valley farms. The whiskey spends at least 3.5
The Whiskey Wash
AUGUST 12, 2024
We review Shenk’s Homestead Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey (2024), the latest Shenk’s bottling that’s part of a yearly series paying homage to Michter’s storied past. image via Michter’s) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Shenk’s is 91.2 proof (45.6%
Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 6, 2024
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The Whiskey Wash
APRIL 4, 2024
We review The Reverend Sour Mash Whiskey, a blended American whiskey tied to a distilling reverend that’s filtered through maple charcoal and bottled at 90 proof. image via Call Family Distillers) Editor’s Note: The party behind this whiskey gave us a review sample.
The Whiskey Wash
AUGUST 24, 2024
We review 15 Stars Three Kings Fine-Aged Whiskey Aged 11 Years, a blend of Kentucky and Indiana distilled brown spirits consisting of straight bourbon, rye, and wheat whiskeys 15 and 11 years old. image via 15 Stars) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand.
The Whiskey Wash
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The new whiskey destination is opening this Friday. Credit: Odyssey Bar Lounge & Kitchen London will soon be home to a brand new American whiskey destination. Odyssey Bar Lounge & Kitchen , founded by Michele Reina and Tony Vega, is home to over 600 varieties of American whiskey, constituting the largest collection in the UK.
Drinkhacker
JULY 6, 2024
With rye , bourbon , and malt whiskey under its belt, what’s left for WhistlePig to explore? Well, wheat whiskey of course. Enter CampStock, a limited edition offering that’s actually a blend of two whiskeys — 85% wheat whiskey and 15% rye — which still merits a “wheat whiskey” designation.
Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The Spot Whiskeys introduced a new hue, Gold Spot , back in 2022 in celebration of the 135th anniversary of the Mitchell family’s entrée into the whiskey bonding trade. At the time, it wasn’t clear if that was a line extension for the Irish whiskey heavyweights or just a one-off, but now we know. Maybe even better.
Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 4, 2024
From its custom filtration process to its unique approach to barrel toasting and specialty toasted offerings (which have inspired countless imitators), Michter’s made its modern name with an innovative approach to American whiskey. In addition, some of the bourbon used in this release has been made with malted rye, another first for the line.
The Whiskey Wash
JANUARY 29, 2024
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Whiskey companies started by women, even today, are still a relatively scarce consideration compared to the overall total percentage of ownership across the industry. Read the full article at Whiskey Review: Highline Triple Rye Whiskey
The Whiskey Wash
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
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Drinkhacker
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Denver’s Laws Whiskey House releases bonded versions of three whiskeys each year, and, interestingly, Laws has continued to let them get older and older. Now the trio of whiskeys is up to 7 years of age. B Laws Bonded Wheat Whiskey 7 Years Old Batch #6 (2024) – 100% soft white Centennial spring wheat.
The Whiskey Wash
JANUARY 23, 2024
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Whiskey companies started by women, even today, are still a relatively scarce consideration compared to the overall total percentage of ownership across the industry. “Our culture is evolving. .”
Good Spirits News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Sidewalk Side Spirits, a New Orleans-based spirits brand incubator, recently announced the release of Hardhide Chilton County Peach Whiskey, the latest addition to their growing portfolio. Hardhide Peach Whiskey is a blend of fresh peaches from Durbin Family Farms, three-year-old wheat whiskey, and light American whiskey.
Drinkhacker
JUNE 30, 2024
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The Whiskey Wash
JANUARY 26, 2024
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. California’s renowned Napa Valley is known much more for world-class wine than whiskey. The whiskey I’m reviewing today, Savage & Cooke American Whiskey, is a bit of a holdover from Phinney’s early days in the spirits world.
Cheers
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Uncle Nearest, makers of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, have announced the launch of Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey. While Uncle Nearest’s current whiskeys have proof points starting at 93, Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey is bottled at 84 proof.
The Whiskey Wash
APRIL 21, 2024
Rye can be a rather sticky subject for a lot of us, but what is the best rye whiskey for beginners? When trying a particular type of whiskey for the first time, you should choose something that introduces you to the flavor without scaring you away with too much intensity. But is it a good rye whiskey for beginners?
The Whiskey Wash
MAY 13, 2024
We review Milam & Greene Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey, distilled from a mash bill of 70% corn, 22% malted rye, and 8% malted barley and aged to meet the bottled-in-bond requirements. image via Milam & Greene) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Now, they’ve released one.
VinePair
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
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The Whiskey Wash
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Editor’s Note: The party behind this whiskey gave us a review sample. Fortune’s Fool , a new woman-focused whiskey producer, first emerged on the scene back in 2019. Fortune’s Fool , a new woman-focused whiskey producer, first emerged on the scene back in 2019. proof; priced at $55.
Cheers
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Wyoming Whiskey has announced the launch of National Parks No. The Wyoming Whiskey National Parks No. 4 Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park bottle is the fourth limited-edition release in the brand’s annual National Park Series. The post Wyoming Whiskey National Parks No. per 750-ml.
The Whiskey Wash
JULY 25, 2024
image via Suntory) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. Overholt has long been an American whiskey brand with deep roots in Pennsylvania, even though it is produced in Kentucky today. What’s in the bottle The whiskey being reviewed here, A. Read the full article at Whiskey Review: A.
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