Is Sam’s Club Private Label Whiskey Worth the Buy?

March 13, 2026March 20, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Is Sam’s Club Whiskey Actually Good? | Member’s Mark Bourbon, Scotch & Canadian Review

Can you really find top-shelf quality on a big-box budget? Today on Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca are diving into the world of Member’s Mark spirits from Sam’s Club. We’re putting three “M” bottles to the test: a 10-Year Highland Scotch, a 15-Year Canadian Whisky, and a 110-proof Single Barrel Bourbon distilled at the legendary Barton 1792.

At prices ranging from $19 to $30, these bottles sound like an absolute steal—but do they hold up in the glass? We break down the mash bills, the “hidden” distillery rumors (Clynelish? Sazerac?), and give you our honest tasting notes on the nose, palate, and finish. Whether you’re looking for a low-cost daily sipper or a high-proof mixer for your next cocktail, you won’t want to miss this budget-friendly breakdown.

Whiskeys Tasted Today:

Member’s Mark Bourbon Single Barrel ($18.97)
- Distillery: Barton 1792 | Proof: 110 | Notes: A budget “Full Proof” with heavy cherry and brown sugar.
Member’s Mark Canadian Whisky (15 Year) ($29.86)
- Source: Likely Sazerac’s Old Montreal Distillery | Proof: 80 | Notes: A mature, blended sipper for fans of smooth Canadian profiles.
Member’s Mark Highland Scotch Whisky (10 Year) ($29.98)
- Source: Alexander Murray & Co. | Proof: 80 | Notes: Light, citrusy, and crisp with a touch of nutty peat.

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✴️ Member’s Mark Bourbon Single Barrel

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Barton 1792 Distillery
Mash Bill: Undisclosed but widely recognized as Barton’s high-rye recipe: 74% Corn, 18% Rye, 8% Malted Barley.
Age: NAS (No Age Statement), though industry consensus puts it at roughly 4–6 years.
Proof: 110
Note: Budget-friendly version of 1792 Full Proof
Purchased: 01/30/26 for $18.97 at Sam’s Club in Evansville IN

✴️ Member’s Mark Canadian Whisky (15 Year)

Classification: Blended Canadian Whisky
Bottled by: IWA Distilling Co., Louisville, KY (This is a Sazerac-owned bottling facility, which strongly suggests the juice is sourced from Sazerac’s Canadian assets, likely the Old Montreal Distillery).
Mash Bill: Predominantly Corn with some Rye and Malted Barley (Typical for premium aged Canadian blends)
Age: 15 years
Proof: 80
Purchased: 01/30/26 for $29.86 at Sam’s Club in Evansville IN

✴️ Member’s Mark Highland Scotch Whisky

Classification: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Source: While the distillery is undisclosed, this is sourced through Alexander Murray & Co., the famous independent bottler that handles private labels for Costco and Sam’s Club.
Distillery Rumors: Given the profile (Highland, 10 years, light peat/citrus), many enthusiasts speculate the source is Clynelish or Dalmore, though Highland Park (technically an Island but often labeled Highland) is also a frequent source for Murray’s 10-year blends.
Mash Bill:
Age: 10 years
Proof: 80
Purchased: 01/30/26 for $29.98 at Sam’s Club in Evansville IN

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The Best Irish Whiskey Cocktail? Meet The Dublin Botanist

March 12, 2026March 20, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🍀 The Dublin Botanist: A Sophisticated St. Patrick’s Day Irish Sazerac

Ditch the green food coloring and step into springtime with The Dublin Botanist. In Episode 61 of Thirsty Thursday Cocktails, Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey crafts a “dry” Irish cocktail that fits like a crisp linen suit. Using Ha’penny Irish Whiskey as our floral backbone, this drink is a sophisticated riff on the classic Sazerac, trading heavy syrups for bright, botanical complexity.

We’re elevating the experience with a Dom Bénédictine rinse and a unique blend of Peychaud’s and Lavender bitters. Whether you are celebrating St. Paddy’s week or just looking for a clean, mineral finish to your evening, this cocktail is the ultimate “green” spirit in flavor and soul.

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2 oz Ha’penny Irish Whiskey (The floral/herbal star)
1 barspoon Demerara Syrup (To round the edges)
3 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters (Classic Sazerac spice & anise)
2 dashes Strongwater Lavender Bitters (The signature floral lift)
Rinse: Dom Bénédictine (For an herbal, honeyed foundation)
Garnish: Fresh Lemon Peel

🛠 Technique & Instructions

Chill the Glass: Place a rocks glass in the freezer or fill with ice water while you prep.
The Mix: In a mixing glass, combine the Ha’penny Whiskey, Demerara syrup, Peychaud’s, and Lavender bitters.
Stir: Add plenty of ice and stir for 20–25 seconds. Proper dilution is key to letting the botanicals breathe!
The Rinse: Discard the ice from your chilled rocks glass. Add a splash of Dom Bénédictine, swirl to coat the interior, and dump the excess.
The Pour: Strain the cocktail into the rinsed glass. Serve “up” or over one large clear rock.
The Garnish: Express a lemon peel over the surface to release those bright citrus oils, then drop it in.

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Caribbean Rum for Bourbon Lovers: Topper’s Crazy Dave

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Tropical Vibes & High-Proof Finds: Topper’s Rhum Distillery Tour 🥃🌴

Caribbean Rum Trail – Part 1 of 3

Ever wondered what happens when Kentucky Bourbon obsession meets Caribbean Rum craftsmanship? We’re taking you inside the world-famous Topper’s Rhum Distillery in Cole Bay, St. Maarten, for an exclusive look at their “boutique” operation and a tasting of their most prestigious bottle: Crazy Dave.

In this episode, we share our incredible luck meeting co-owner Tony King, who is bridging the gap between rum and bourbon with his experimental use of new charred oak barrels and Buffalo Trace-inspired toast levels. From watching planes skim heads at Maho Beach to sampling over 40 different rums (including rum gelato!), this was the ultimate St. Maarten excursion.

🏴‍☠️ The Star of the Show: Crazy Dave Rhum

We’re cracking open the Distillery Exclusive “Crazy Dave” Rhum. At 95 Proof, this isn’t your average mixer. It’s a bold, complex sipping rhum created to honor Topper’s most iconic guide. We even took a bottle back to Kentucky to see if “Crazy Dave” could impress our friend “Old Cranky Dave” from Glenns Creek!

In this video:

📜 The History: From Meredith Pratt’s “kitchen table” flavors to a global award-winning brand.

🧪 The “Nerd Talk”: How Tony King uses bourbon char charts and Kentucky science to age rum.

🥃 Live Tasting: Cracking into the 95-proof Crazy Dave (spoiler: the legs on this glass are insane!).

🍦 Pro-Tips: Why you absolutely have to try the rum-infused chicken and that legendary gelato.

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✴️ Topper’s Crazy Dave Rhum

Classification: Premium Blended Aged Rhum
Company: Topper’s Rhum
Distillery: Topper’s Rhum Distillery (Cole Bay, St. Maarten)
Mash Bill: 100% Raw Cane Sugar / Molasses (Sourced from across the Caribbean and distilled/blended in St. Maarten)
Age: NAS (Non-Age Statement), but it is a blend of aged rums selected by Dave himself.
Proof: 95 Proof
MSRP: $65 Distillery Exclusive
Released: Special Limited Batch
Other: This bottle was created to honor “Crazy Dave,” their most iconic tour guide known for his “corny but informative” tours and deep knowledge of the blending process.
Purchased: 02/19/26 for $65 at Topper’s Rhum in St. Maarten

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Woodford Double Double Oaked 2026: Way Darker Than 2025!

March 9, 2026March 20, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked (2026) | The Ultimate Dark & Decadent Bourbon?

Is the 2026 Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked worth the $200 price tag? 🥃 In today’s New Whiskey Monday on Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca dive into one of the most coveted annual releases in the whiskey world.

After hunting this bottle down at MSRP, we’re breaking down how this year’s expression compares to the legendary 2025 release. Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall promised a “deeper and darker” profile this year—and she delivered. From the heavy toasted second barrel to the complex notes of burnt butterscotch, dark baking cocoa, and espresso, this 90.4 proof powerhouse is an absolute flavor journey.

We explore why the “double-double” process (finishing for two additional years in a second heavily toasted barrel) creates a spicier, more jammy profile than the standard Double Oaked. Does it live up to the hype? Watch to find out!

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✴️ Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked Bourbon

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Brown-Forman
Distillery: Woodford Reserve Distillery
Mash Bill: 72% Corn, 18% Rye, 10% Malted Barley
Age: NAS
Press Release stated: 5-7 Years in first barrel, then up to 2 years in second barrel
Proof: 90.4
MSRP: $199.99 (700 ml)
Released: January 2026
Purchased: 02/11/26 for $199.99 at High Spirits in Evansville, IN

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Hill & Hill 1983: Bourbon History in a 500ml Bottle

March 6, 2026March 6, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

A Time Capsule in a Bottle: Tasting 1983 Hill & Hill Blended Whiskey 🥃

Travel back to 1983 with us as we crack open a rare 500ml “time capsule” of Hill & Hill Blended Whiskey. This isn’t just a vintage find; it’s a window into the infamous “Bourbon Glut” era, when legendary Kentucky stocks were so plentiful they were blended into everyday value labels like this one.

In this episode, Wayne and Rebecca explore the fascinating history of National Distillers, the transition to metric bottle sizes, and the mystery of what’s actually inside this “bourbon-flavored vodka.” With 80% Grain Neutral Spirits (GNS) and 20% straight whiskey—likely sourced from Old Crow or Old Taylor—does that classic “butterscotch” National Distillers profile still shine through?

We’re putting this 80-proof relic to the test to see if it’s a “hill to die on” or just a ghost of whiskey past. Grab a glass and join us on Your Bourbon Journey!

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✴️ Hill & Hill Blended Whiskey (1983)

Classification: American Blended Whiskey
Company: National Distillers Products Corp.
Distillery: Hill & Hill Distillery Co., Cincinnati, OH (The Cincinnati location served as the primary blending and bottling hub for National Distillers’ value labels).
Mash Bill: Undisclosed (Likely 20% high-rye bourbon mash bill from the Old Grand-Dad or Old Crow distilleries in Kentucky, blended with 80% Grain Neutral Spirits).
Age: NAS (No Age Statement), but the label confirms the straight whiskey components are 4 years or older.
Proof: 80 Proof (40% ABV)
MSRP: $3.74 (Based on the vintage label stamp).
Released: 1983 (Confirmed by the “83” glass code on the bottom of the bottle).
Other: This is a 500ml bottle, which was the standard replacement for the 16oz “pint” following the 1980 metric transition. Note the “National Distillers” butterscotch profile often found in their straight whiskies may still be present in that 20% component.
Purchased: 07/11/25 for $75 at Revival Vintage Spirits in Covington, KY

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The Darkest Irish Whiskey Cocktail You’ll Ever Taste

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

The Ultimate Irish Twist: The Pot Still “Black” Manhattan 🥃

If a standard Manhattan is a sharp pinstriped suit, the Pot Still “Black” Manhattan is a heavy charcoal overcoat. In Episode 60 of Thirsty Thursday Cocktails, Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey explores a dark, viscous, and brooding twist on a classic.

By swapping traditional rye for the powerhouse Redbreast 12 Year Cask Strength and replacing sweet vermouth with the thick, Sicilian Averna Amaro, we’ve created a cocktail with a massive, oily “chew” and an earthy profile that commands the palate. Whether you are an Irish whiskey lover or a Manhattan purist, this velvety, buttery build is the perfect way to elevate your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

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📋 The Recipe: Pot Still “Black” Manhattan

Ingredients:

2 oz Redbreast 12 Year Cask Strength Irish Whiskey
1 oz Averna Amaro
2 dashes Fee Brothers Black Walnut Bitters
Garnish: Luxardo Cherry

Instructions:

Combine: In a mixing glass, add the Black Walnut bitters, Averna Amaro, and the Redbreast Cask Strength.
Chill: Add plenty of ice and stir for 25–30 seconds until the glass is frosted and the cocktail is perfectly diluted.
Prep Glass: Place one Luxardo cherry (and a touch of syrup!) into the bottom of a chilled coupe glass.
Strain: Double strain the mixture into your coupe.
Enjoy: Experience the aromas of dark chocolate and toasted oak before taking that first velvety sip.

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3 Michter’s Ryes You NEED to Try: Tasting & Review

March 3, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

The Rye Trifecta: A Deep Dive into Michter’s Fort Nelson Experience! 🥃

Welcome back to another episode of Bourbon Trail Tales and Tastes! Today, we are heading to the heart of Louisville’s “Whiskey Row” to revisit a personal favorite: Michter’s Fort Nelson. As Distillery #15 and Stamp #13 on our Kentucky Bourbon Trail journey, this historic site is more than just a distillery—it’s a masterclass in whiskey maturation.

In this episode, Wayne and Rebecca are breaking down three incredible (and hard-to-find) Michter’s Ryes. From the raw power of the Barrel Strength to the “sugar rush” of the Toasted Barrel Finish, and finishing with the elegance of the 10 Year Rye, we’re exploring why Michter’s is a must-stop for any whiskey enthusiast.

We also share our tips for visiting the Fort Nelson bar, the “Bottle Your Own” experience (and why you need to get in line early!), and a shoutout to Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson.

Whiskeys Tasted in This Episode:

Michter’s US*1 Barrel Strength Rye (2022): The bold, spicy baseline at 112.4 proof.
Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye (2023): Secondary maturation magic featuring campfire marshmallow and dark chocolate notes.
Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye (2024/2025): Sophisticated, herbal, and refined. Is it actually older than 10 years?

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✴️Michter’s US*1 Barrel Strength Rye (2022)

Classification: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Distillery: Michter’s Distillery (Louisville, KY)
Mash Bill: Undisclosed (Proprietary “Kentucky Style” rye; high corn and malted barley content)
Age: NAS (Non-Age Stated, but generally understood to be 5–7 years)
Proof: 112.4
Released: March 2022
Other: Low Entry Proof: Distillate enters the barrel at 103 proof, much lower than the industry standard (125 proof), which Michter’s claims results in a richer mouthfeel.
Purchased: 09/03/22 for $119 at Michter’s Fort Nelson

✴️Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye (2023)

Classification: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Distillery: Michter’s Distillery (Louisville, KY)
Mash Bill: Undisclosed
Age: NAS (The base rye is typically 5–7 years old before the secondary finish)
Proof: 108.6
Released: September 2023
Other: Finishing Process: After aging in charred new American oak, the whiskey is moved to a second barrel made of 24-month air-dried wood that has been toasted but not charred. Entry Proof: Like the others, this began its life at a low 103 entry proof, which helps maintain that “creamy” mouthfeel even after the second barreling.
Purchased: 12/16/23 for $139.00

✴️Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye (2024/2025)

Classification: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Company: Michter’s Distillery
Distillery: Undisclosed (Contract distilled to Michter’s specifications in Kentucky)
Mash Bill: Undisclosed (Known as a “Kentucky Style” Rye, heavy on corn and malted barley)
Age: 10 Years (Though widely rumored to be aged closer to 12–15 years)
Proof: 92.8
Released: Mid-2024
Other: Barrel No. 24C1550: .
Single Barrel: Unlike the Small Batch US*1 line, this is pulled from a single, exceptional barrel chosen by Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson.
Purchased: 02/22/25 for $210.00

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Bourbon from the Hatfield-McCoy Well? Robert’s Reserve Review

March 2, 2026February 28, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

A Pike County Reunion in a Glass: Robert’s Reserve Bourbon Review

What happens when you mix the legendary water of the Hatfield-McCoy feud with one of the most prestigious names in bourbon history? You get Robert’s Reserve from Pauley Hollow Distillery.

In today’s episode, we’re tasting a bottle that is deeply personal. Pauley Hollow, the first legal distillery in Pike County, Kentucky, uses water drawn from the original Randall McCoy family well. But there’s a twist—Wayne’s ancestors, the McBrayers, lived on this same soil and were titans of the 19th-century whiskey world.

This is more than just a bourbon review; it’s a journey back to Wayne’s roots in Eastern Kentucky. We dive into the unique 4-grain mash bill, the use of rare Cypress wood fermenters, and how small-barrel aging (10 and 30-gallon) creates a “Sith Lord” level of dark, rich complexity in a 4-year-old spirit.

Does the 92-proof Robert’s Reserve live up to the McBrayer legacy? Let’s find out.

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✴️ Robert’s Reserve

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Pauley Hollow Distillery (Forest Hills, KY)
Distillation: They utilize 300-gallon cypress wood fermenters and a 150-gallon cypress pot still with a stainless/copper hybrid column.
Mash Bill: Four-grain (Corn, Rye, Wheat, and Malted Barley)
Barreling: Uses a combination of 10-gallon and 30-gallon barrels with a #3 char. Smaller barrels are often used by craft distilleries to accelerate the interaction between the wood and the spirit.
Age: 4 Years
Proof: 92
MSRP: $50

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Bourbon & Whiskey News: February 2026

March 2, 2026 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

03/02/26
Curated by Rebecca Herman

Bourbon & Whiskey Industry Highlights from February 2026 >> 56 Stories!

In February 2026, the bourbon and whiskey industry saw significant developments, including over 56 stories highlighting market trends, distillery news, and awards. Key topics included a surge in bourbon sales, new craft distillery memberships, major bottle releases, and festival updates, emphasizing the industry’s continuous growth and evolution.

Industry Market News & Related Announcements >> 7 Stories

02/02: Bourbon Secondary Market Trends: 42k+ Transactions Analyzed

02/03: Bourbon brings more than $10bn to Kentucky

02/03: Bourbon Women Set to Celebrate 15 Years

02/04: American Distilling Institute Launches New Membership Structure to Better Serve the Evolving Craft Spirits Industry

02/05: 2025 Craft Distilleries and Distilled Spirits in the U.S. State of the Industry Report

02/10: Distilled Spirits Council Report Shows Spirits Sales Down; RTDs Surge

02/16: Bourbon Spirits Market to Grow Strongly by 2030, Driven by Rising Alcoholic Beverage Consumption

Distillery News >> 10 Stories

02/02: How A Whiskey Market Reset Is Fueling Shortbarrel Bourbon’s Rise

02/02: Jeptha Creed Distillery Cites Growth Despite Industry Headwinds

02/02: US whiskey firm Barrell Craft Spirits sells facility