Thanks to Facebook's algorithm, I was alerted to the fact that a new craft distillery in my hometown was in the works, and when I saw I could reserve one of 150 bottles of their initial release of their vodka, of course I reserved one. I received an email that I could pick it up … Continue reading Introducing Kisatchie Springs Distillery in Alexandria, Louisiana

Producer: Rolling Fork Spirits Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Finished in Rolling Fork Rum Casks Age: 7 Years Batch: 2026-02 Proof: 111 (55.5% ABV) Price: Approximately $65 / 750 mL I recently reviewed Bourbon de Luxe’s eight-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon, Batch 2026-01, and found it reasonably priced, but more herbal and rye-forward than I had hoped. … Continue reading

Tasting Notes: Bourbon de Luxe 7-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Finished in Rolling Fork Rum Casks, Batch 2026-02

Distillery: Willett Distillery, Bardstown, Kentucky | Batch: 26C13Mashbill: 65% Corn, 20% Wheat, 15% Malted BarleyBarrel Entry Proof: 115Proof: 188.8 (natural cask strength; varies by batch)Age: No age statement (distributor reports 4–6 years)Filtration: Non-chill filteredMSRP: $67 / 750mL Willett Pot Still Reserve may be the most recognizable bottle on the bourbon shelf. The decanter, conceived by … Continue reading Tasting Notes: Willett Pot Still Reserve Cask Strength, Batch 26C13