Category: Ratings

Bender's Rye Review

Name: Bender’s Rye Bottled By: The Treasure Island Distillery ABV: 48% Proof: 96 Age: 7 Years Notes: On the nose Bender’s Rye has a light vanilla aroma. On the palate, a light honey and vanilla flavor quickly moves to a dry rye, with spicy cinnamon and fresh mint flavors. The sweet flavors balance this whiskey and keep it from getting […]

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Ranger Creek .36 Caliber Texas Bourbon Whiskey Review

Name: Ranger Creek .36 Caliber Texas Bourbon Whiskey ABV: 48% Proof: 96 Age: 18 Months Notes: On the nose this whiskey has a nice brown sugar and vanilla aroma. At first sip I could taste a rich vanilla flavor with some dark berries, wood, and syrup. The finish is moderate with strong flavor of cherries, molasses, and almonds. This […]

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Ranger Creek Rimfire Mesquite Smoked Texas Single Malt Whiskey Review

Name: Ranger Creek Rimfire Mesquite Smoked Texas Single Malt Whiskey ABV: 43% Proof: 86 Age: 9 Months Notes: On the nose this whiskey has a light corn and smoky aroma. At first sip there is a nice taste of smoked malts and cloves with some slight citrus and wood notes. The finish is short and dry with mint, oak, […]

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Bittermilk No. 3 Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour Mixer Review

Product Name: Bittermilk No. 3 – Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour Price: $14.95 Review: It was recommended that I try this mixer with scotch and so that is how I made my first one. I followed the instructions entirely and was very impressed with the result. Before I took my first sip I could already smell the smoked honey which was […]

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Bittermilk No. 2 Tom Collins With Elderflowers and Hops Mixer Review

Product Name: Bittermilk No. 2 – Tom Collins With Elderflowers and Hops Mixer Price: $14.95 Review: I am a whiskey guy but that doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy something else from time to time. Last week when I tried a Tom Collins made with Bittermilk No. 2 mixer, I was quite impressed. It was very refreshing, especially since the […]

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Bittermilk No. 1 Bourbon Barrel Aged Old Fashioned Mixer Review

Product Name: Bittermilk No. 1 – Barrel Aged Old Fashioned Price: $14.95 Review: When I go out, if I’m not drinking bourbon neat I will have an Old Fashioned. It has been my go to cocktail for several years now and one I really enjoy. I was very eager to try Bittermilk’s Old Fashioned Mixer and I am […]

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Tincup American Whiskey Review

Name: Tincup American Whiskey ABV: 42% Proof: 84 Notes: On the nose Tincup has a delicious spicy aroma with some strong notes of cinnamon, anise, and allspice. At first sip I was greeted with warm cinnamon and pepper flavors as well as some bold rye, vanilla, and oak flavors. The mouthfeel with Tincup is noticeably thick and the spice […]

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Charred Oak Rye Review

Name: Charred Oak Rye Bottled By: Off The Clock Spirits  ABV: 40% Proof: 80 Age: 18 Months Notes: On the nose there is strong vanilla scent which mellowed quite a bit as it opened for a few minutes. At first sip there is a faint corn taste with some smooth rye, vanilla, and honey flavors. The finish is moderate, light, and […]

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Smooth Ambler Old Scout Rye Review

Name: Smooth Ambler Old Scout Rye Bottled By: Smooth Ambler Spirits ABV: 49.5% Proof: 99 Age: 7 Years Notes: On the nose this rye is very sweet with some orange and fruit notes. At first sip I got a burst of citrus flavors up front, most notably oranges with some hints of lemons and grapefruit, there is also a fair […]

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Smooth Ambler Old Scout Bourbon Review

Name: Smooth Ambler Old Scout Bourbon Bottled By: Smooth Ambler Spirits ABV: 49.5% Proof: 99 Age: 7 Years Notes: On the nose Smooth Ambler Old Scout Bourbon has a nice cinnamon and anise scent. After letting it open up for a bit I was greeted with some nice aromas of fresh mint and oak. On the palate, I was greeted […]

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