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Father John Rayls Rating B Luxco is at it again with their latest release of Blood Oath Pact No. 3 Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Of all bourbons, the Blood Oath series seems to create two camps: lovers and haters. I find … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating B+ This is another of the many whiskey products influenced directly or indirectly by Master Distiller Jimmy Russell of Wild Turkey fame. Along with his son Eddie Russell, also Master Distiller, they combine more than … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating B+ Let’s hear it for the United States Marines! They’ve secured another beachhead in Lewisville, Texas. Some former US Marines found themselves living in the Dallas, Texas area after their discharge from service and sharing … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating B+ Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Bourbon Whisky (their spelling) is a celebration of the long and storied history of the Brown-Forman Distillery. More specifically, it’s a celebration of the distillery’s work during Prohibition. You … Continued
Father John Rayls Rating A- Barton Distillery is the oldest fully functioning distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. Founded in 1879, it continues as a major force in the American whiskey industry and serves as an icon and museum for spirits distilling. … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating B+ I was cruising the “bottom-shelf” of a local liquors warehouse when I discovered a nondescript bottle of bourbon listed for under 25 bucks. The bottle appeared generic and the label did not draw any … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating A+ Monty Python would be proud of your continuing search for the Holy Grail. Of course, the Holy Grail would be filled with the ultimate whiskey, preferably a bourbon. Could the George T Stagg Kentucky … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating A- I normally don’t seek out a wheated bourbon. However, how often do you find a wheated bourbon bottled at 135.4 proof? I prefer a less smooth and agreeable whiskey experience than I normally get … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating B+ Sazerac, owner of Buffalo Trace Distillery and producer of Eagle Rare 17 Year Old, is releasing its Spring 2016 Antique Collection. This includes labels of Thomas H Handy Sazerac, George T Stagg, Sazerac Rye, … Continued
By Father John Rayls Rating B+ In continuing my exploration of “bottom shelf” whiskeys, I’ve stumbled upon another winner. Old Grand Dad 114 is a product of Beam Suntory. This is not a refined whiskey with a soft, smooth, delicate … Continued