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Liar Liar Pants on Fire! Potter Jane Spirits Review

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Heading into the weekend with a little “Liar Liar Pants on Fire!” On this episode of Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca review Big Vat Liar Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Potter Jane Spirits.

Crafted by industry icons Denny Potter and Jane Bowie, this sourced and vatted whiskey blends Kentucky straight bourbons aged at least 6 years, finished with a combination of hybrid, French, and American oak. Bottled at a robust 109.6 proof, we picked up our bottle at Justin’s House of Bourbon in Lexington, KY.

Join us as we break down the controversy, the story behind the release, and dive into an honest nose, palate, and finish. Is this French oak-finished release really the ultimate vanilla wafer and creamy vanilla pudding bomb? Tune in to find out if it deserves a spot on your whiskey shelf!

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Big Vat Liar

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Vatted / Finished)
  • Company: Potter Jane Spirits
  • Distillery: Undisclosed (Sourced from multiple distilleries)
  • Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% rye, and 9% malted barley
  • Other: Blend/vatting process using a combination of hybrid, French, and American oak; crafted by industry veterans Denny Potter and Jane Bowie.
  • Age: 6 years (bottled 05/26/26)
  • Proof: 109.6
  • SRP: $59.99
  • Released: 2026
  • Purchased: 07/04/26 for $59.99 at Justin’s House of Bourbon in Lexington, KY

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Tasting Bardstown’s 99-Point Lochs of Jura & 2026 Discovery

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Today on Your Bourbon Journey, we have an exclusive first look and side-by-side tasting of the brand-new Fall 2026 releases from Bardstown Bourbon Company!

A huge thank you to Holly at Lofted Spirits and Bardstown Bourbon Company for providing these sneak peek bottles ahead of their official release on Friday, August 21, 2026.

In this tasting:

🥃 Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish (104 Proof | $139.99): A bespoke blend of 10–12 year Indiana rye and Kentucky/Indiana bourbons finished for 32 months in Isle of Jura ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. Awarded 99 Points / Best American Whiskey (IWSC 2026).

🥃 2026 Discovery Garryana Oak Finish (112.8 Proof | $139.99): The debut of Bardstown’s new annual dated flagship format (dropping batch numbers). This blend of 7, 10, and 11-year straight bourbons spends 4 months in custom-toasted Oregon White Oak.

We break down the specs, unpack the major rebrand shift for the iconic Discovery Series, and give you our live, unvarnished tasting notes on both unique expressions.

Which one of these two fall pours are you hunting down first? Let us know in the comments below!

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Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish Whiskey

  • Classification: A Blend of Straight Bourbon and Rye Whiskies Finished in Single Malt Scotch Whisky Barrels (Finished Whiskey)
  • Company: Bardstown Bourbon Company
  • Distillery: Sourced / Blended by Bardstown Bourbon Company (components from Indiana and Kentucky aged in ex-bourbon & ex-sherry casks from Isle of Jura Distillery)
  • Mash Bill: Blend of 40% 11-yr IN bourbon [75/21/4], 30% 10-yr IN rye [95/5], and 21% 12-yr KY bourbon [75/13/12]
  • Age: NAS overall blend statement; finished for 32 months in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks from the Isle of Jura (Component ages: 10, 11, and 12 years)
  • Proof: 104 Proof (52% ABV)
  • SRP: $139.99 (750 mL)
  • Released: August 21, 2026

2026 Discovery (Garryana Oak Finish)

  • Classification: Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskies Finished in Garryana Oak Barrels
  • Company: Bardstown Bourbon Company
  • Mash Bill: Blend of 55% 10-yr IN bourbon [75/21/4], 25% 11-yr KY bourbon [74/18/8], and 20% 7-yr KY bourbon [74/16/10]
  • Age: Blend of 7, 10, and 11-year-old bourbons, finished for 4 months in custom Garryana oak barrels.
  • Proof: 112.8 Proof (56.4% ABV)
  • SRP: $139.99 (750 mL)
  • Released: August 21, 2026

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Lost Lantern American Single Malt & US of Bourbon Blind Flight

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Is blending whiskey from 50 different craft distilleries a stroke of blending genius or a recipe for disaster? Today on Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca are diving into an ambitious showcase from independent bottler Lost Lantern! 

Founded by Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski after their epic “Great Whiskey Road Trip” to over 100 distilleries, Lost Lantern shines a spotlight on America’s finest craft producers. Today, we put three of their unique, highly limited releases to the ultimate test:

  • Lost Lantern American Vatted Malt Reissue (AVM-1) | 105 Proof: A 100% malted barley blend of straight American single malts from 6 heavyweight craft distilleries.
  • Lost Lantern American Vatted Malt Remix (AVM-2) | 110.8 Proof: The evolution of the blend! 11 distinct American single malt distilleries come together.
  • Lost Lantern United States of Bourbon (Edition No. 1) | 123.0 Proof (Cask Strength): The headliner! A blend of straight bourbons sourced from 50 craft distilleries across all 50 U.S. states.

Did 50 bourbons turn into muddy water, or did it shock us by drinking like an Elijah Craig Barrel Proof contender? Watch to find out which bottle took the crown and might just end up in our Whiskey of the Month blind challenge!

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Lost Lantern – American Vatted Malt Reissue (AVM-1)

  • Classification: Blend of Straight Whiskies (American Single Malt Whiskey)
  • Company: Lost Lantern Whiskey
  • Distillery: Balcones Distilling, Copperworks Distilling, Santa Fe Spirits, Triple Eight, Virginia Distillery Co., Westward Whiskey
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
  • Age: 2 Years Old
  • Proof: 105.0 (52.5% ABV)
  • SRP: $90.00
  • Released: 2026
  • Purchased: 07/15/26 for $90.00 at Lost Lantern (Online Direct)

Lost Lantern – American Vatted Malt Remix (AVM-2)

Classification: Blend of Straight Whiskies (American Single Malt Whiskey)

  • Company: Lost Lantern Whiskey
  • Distillery: Andalusia Whiskey Co., Balcones, Cedar Ridge, Copperworks, McCarthy’s, Santa Fe Spirits, Triple Eight, Virginia, Westland, Westward, Whiskey Del Bac
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
  • Age: 2 Years Old
  • Proof: 110.8 (55.4% ABV)
  • SRP: $100.00
  • Released: 2026
  • Purchased: 07/15/26 for $100.00 at Lost Lantern (Online Direct) 

Lost Lantern – United States of Bourbon (Edition No. 1)

  • Classification: Blend of Straight Bourbon Whiskies
  • Company: Lost Lantern Whiskey
  • Distillery: Blended from 50 craft distilleries across all 50 U.S. states (including Starlight – IN, New Riff – KY, Kings County – NY, Frey Ranch – NV, etc.)
  • Mash Bill: Blended Multi-State Bourbon Mash Bill
  • Age: 2 Years Old
  • Proof: 123.0 (61.5% ABV – Cask Strength)
  • SRP: $99.99
  • Released: 2026
  • Other: Non-chill-filtered & cask strength; Limited release of 3,300 bottles; Features one straight bourbon distillery from every U.S. state listed on the back label.
  • Purchased: 07/15/26 for $99.99 at Lost Lantern (Online Direct)

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American Single Malt Flight: Virginia Distillery Co. Lineup Review 

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Bourbon lovers, are you ready to explore the evolving world of American Single Malt? Join Wayne and Rebecca on Your Bourbon Journey as we dive into a fascinating three-bottle tasting flight from Virginia Distillery Co. (Lovingston, VA)! 

From a unique 50/50 bourbon-and-single-malt collaboration with Bardstown Bourbon Company to handcrafted Blue Ridge toasted oak and a rich cold-brew coffee cask finish, this lineup proves why Virginia Distillery Co. is leading the charge in American Single Malt Whisky.

🥃 IN THIS FLIGHT:
1️⃣ Virginia Distillery Co. The Split Barrel Project No. 1
2️⃣ Virginia Distillery Co. Blue Ridge Toasted Barrel Finish
3️⃣ VHW Scholar’s Craft Coffee Cask

Which of these expressions would you pick for a summer patio sip or a post-dinner dessert pour? Let us know in the comments below! 

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Virginia Distillery Co. The Split Barrel Project No. 1

  • Classification: American Blended Whisky (Blend of Kentucky Straight Bourbon & Virginia Single Malt)
  • Company/Distillery: Virginia Distillery Co. (Lovingston, VA) & Sourced Bardstown, KY Bourbon
  • Mash Bill: 50% Virginia Single Malt (100% Malted Barley) / 50% KY Straight Bourbon (75% Corn, 15% Rye, 10% Malted Barley)
  • Age: Blend of 5-Year Virginia Single Malt & 4-Year Kentucky Bourbon
  • Proof: 90 Proof (45% ABV)
  • SRP: $44.99 (700 ml)
  • Released: Spring 2026
  • Other: Collaboration/cask-swap project utilizing Bardstown Bourbon Co. casks; inaugural release of the Split Barrel Project series.
  • Purchased: 06/16/26 for $44.99 at Virginia Distillery Co. Online Store

Virginia Distillery Co. Blue Ridge Toasted Barrel Finish

  • Classification: American Single Malt Whisky
  • Company/Distillery: Virginia Distillery Co. (Lovingston, VA)
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley (100% American-grown)
  • Age: 4 Years (Aged initial years in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels, finished in virgin toasted oak barrels)
  • Proof: 92 Proof (46% ABV)
  • SRP: $44.99 (700 ml)
  • Released: Ongoing Core Portfolio
  • Other: Finished in handcrafted virgin oak barrels sourced directly from trees in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains.
  • Purchased: 06/16/26 for $44.99 at Virginia Distillery Co. Online Store

VHW Scholar’s Craft Coffee Cask

  • Classification: American Single Malt Whisky
  • Company/Distillery: Virginia Distillery Co. (Lovingston, VA)
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
  • Age: NAS (Aged in ex-bourbon barrels, finished ~8–12 months in coffee-infused casks)
  • Proof: 92 Proof (46% ABV)
  • SRP: $59.99
  • Other: Finished in barrels previously used to age ethically sourced, custom-roasted cold brew coffee; sales support higher education scholarships.
  • Purchased: 06/16/26 for $59.99 at Virginia Distillery Co. Online Store 

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Four Roses Single Barrel 2026: OESQ vs OESF vs OBSK Review 

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Are you curious about the Four Roses 2026 Single Barrel Collection releases? In this episode, Wayne and Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey dive into three distinct 100-proof red label recipes from Four Roses Distillery: OESQ, OESF, and OBSK! 

We breakdown the yeast strain variations, mash bill differences (E vs. B), tasting notes, retail price, and recommend the ultimate tasting flight order—moving from delicate floral aromas to rich baking spices. 

Plus, we share our recent experience at the Four Roses gift shop in Lawrenceburg, KY, hint at upcoming new distillery recipes, and discuss why these annual releases are a must-try for any bourbon enthusiast.

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Four Roses Single Barrel Collection — OESQ (2026 Release)

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Distillery: Four Roses Distillery (Lawrenceburg, KY)
  • Mash Bill: E — 75% Corn, 20% Rye, 5% Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 – 9 Years
  • Proof: 100 Proof (50% ABV)
  • SRP: $49.99
  • Released: May 2026
  • Other: Recipe 9. Features Yeast Strain Q (Floral Essence).
  • Purchased: 07/26/26 for $51.99 at The Party Source (Newport, KY)

Four Roses Single Barrel Collection — OESF (2026 Release)

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Distillery: Four Roses Distillery (Lawrenceburg, KY)
  • Mash Bill: E — 75% Corn, 20% Rye, 5% Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 – 9 Years
  • Proof: 100 Proof (50% ABV)
  • SRP: $49.99
  • Released: May 2026
  • Other: Recipe 10. Features Yeast Strain F (Herbal Note).
  • Purchased: 07/26/26 for $51.99 at The Party Source (Newport, KY)

Four Roses Single Barrel Collection — OBSK (2026 Release)

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Distillery: Four Roses Distillery (Lawrenceburg, KY)
  • Mash Bill: B — 60% Corn, 35% Rye, 5% Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 – 9 Years
  • Proof: 100 Proof (50% ABV)
  • SRP: $49.99
  • Released: May 2026
  • Other: Recipe 2. Features Yeast Strain K (Slight Spice).
  • Purchased: 05/01/26 for $51.99 at The Party Source (Newport, KY)

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Tasting Old Steelhouse: Wheated vs Rye Bourbon

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Join Wayne and Rebecca on Your Bourbon Journey as we explore four releases from Old Steelhouse Distillery, purchased directly from their downtown tasting room in Bardstown, Kentucky.

The historic Old Steelhouse property in Deatsville dates back to 1844 as the legendary T.W. Samuels Distillery site. While the historic campus undergoes renovations, we sat down for an epic 4-bottle tasting grid comparing Wheated Bourbon against High-Rye Bourbon across both Small Batch and Single Barrel expressions.

Shout-out to Adam Inman and the team at the Bardstown tasting room for an unforgettable experience! Have you tried Old Steelhouse yet? Let us know your favorite pour in the comments!

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Small Batch & Single Barrel Wheated Mashbills

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Old Steelhouse Distillery
  • Distillery: Distilled in Kentucky; Bottled by Old Steelhouse Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 64% Corn, 24% Wheat, 2% Malted Barley
  • Purchased: 05/30/26 at their Bardstown Tasting Room

Old Steelhouse Batch 002

  • Age 5 Years; Proof 105; $70.00

Old Steelhouse Single Barrel 001

  • Age 5.5 Years; Proof 113.8; $95.00

Small Batch & Single Barrel Ryed Mashbills

  • Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Old Steelhouse Distillery
  • Distilled in Indiana & Kentucky; Bottled by Old Steelhouse Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley
  • Purchased: 05/30/26 at their Bardstown Tasting Room

Old Steelhouse Blueprint 001

  • Age 6 Years; Proof 100; $70.00

Old Steelhouse Single Barrel (Barrel 007)

  • Age 8 Years; Proof 111.9; Hungarian Oak Cask Finish; $125.00

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Blade & Bow Vertical Review: Standard, 12-Year & $1,000 22-Year!

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Join Wayne and Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey as we travel to the historic Stitzel-Weller Distilling Co. in Louisville, Kentucky, for an incredible Blade & Bow vertical tasting!

From their ongoing core release to a brand-new release and a hyper-aged $1,000 unicorn bottle, we dive deep into the unique Solera aging systems, the story behind the famous 5 Keys, and how these expressions hold up on the palate.

🥃 What We’re Tasting & Reviewing:

  • Blade & Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (91 Proof): The core 5-tier Solera release ($55). Plus, a special pairing with custom Art Eatables Blade & Bow Bourbon Truffles!
  • Blade & Bow 12-Year-Old Solera Reserve (104 Proof): The brand-new annual expression ($70) developed under Nicole Austin, finished in multi-vat Solera casks influenced by Cognac, Bordeaux, Moscatel, and Port.
  • Blade & Bow 22-Year-Old Limited Release (92 Proof): The hyper-aged allocated release ($1,000) containing historic stocks left behind at Stitzel-Weller.

Is the new 12-Year Solera Reserve a contender for Whiskey of the Month? Was the $1,000 22-Year-Old worth the emotional splurge? Watch as we break down the nose, palate, finish, and historical connection of each pour!

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Blade & Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Diageo
  • Distillery: Stitzel-Weller Distilling Co. (Louisville, KY) (Sourced / Fractional Solera Blended)
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed (Corn, Rye, Malted Barley)
  • Age: NAS (Non-Age Stated; utilizes a 5-tier Solera system incorporating fractional blends of older stocks)
  • Proof: 91 Proof (45.5% ABV)
  • Released: Ongoing Core Release (First launched May 2015)
  • Other: Named after the two parts of a skeleton key (the blade and the bow), honoring the five keys that historically hung on the doors of Stitzel-Weller. Employs a modified Solera aging system where older bourbon stocks (including small amounts from historic Stitzel-Weller production) remain in the final barrels.
  • Purchased: 9/4/22 for $55 at Stitzel-Weller during our first visit.

Blade & Bow 12-Year-Old Solera Reserve

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Multi-vat Solera Finished)
  • Company: Diageo
  • Distillery: Stitzel-Weller Distilling Co. (Louisville, KY)
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed (Corn, Rye, Malted Barley)
  • Age: 12 Years
  • Proof: 104 Proof (52% ABV)
  • Released: July 2026 (Limited Annual Expression / Permanent Stitzel-Weller Anchor)
  • Other: Developed under Nicole Austin (Director of American Whiskey Liquid Development and Capabilities at Diageo). Begins with 12-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon, continuously married through a multi-vat Solera system influenced by vintage Cognac, Bordeaux, Moscatel, and Port casks.
  • Purchased: 7/17/26 for $70 at Stitzel-Weller 

Blade & Bow 22-Year-Old Limited Release

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Diageo
  • Distillery: Distilled at historic Kentucky distilleries; aged & matured at Stitzel-Weller Distilling Co. (Louisville, KY)
  • Mash Bill: Undisclosed (Corn, Rye, Malted Barley)
  • Age: 22 Years
  • Proof: 92 Proof (46% ABV)
  • Released: Annual Limited Allocation (First introduced in 2015)
  • Purchased: 7/17/26 for $1000 at Stitzel-Weller

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3 Epic Blue Corn Bourbons Put to the Ultimate Test! 

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Is blue corn the ultimate secret weapon in craft bourbon? In today’s episode of Your Bourbon Journey, Wayne and Rebecca dive deep into an epic, high-proof lineup featuring three stunning heirloom blue corn bourbons: Jeptha Creed Bruce’s Blue, Bluegrass Distillers KSBW Single Barrel (#9044), and Smokeye Hill Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon!

From farm-to-glass 100-proof expressions to 130+ proof hazmat-level flavor bombs, heirloom blue corn brings a unique, rich profile—delivering deep notes of dark caramel, leather, tobacco, creamy vanilla pudding, maple, and brown sugar without the harsh “craft funk.”

Join us as we explore the history of these unique mash bills, share stories from our recent visits to Jeptha Creed and Bluegrass Distillers, discuss their cigar-pairing potential, and select one bottle to advance to our official Whiskey of the Month competition!

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JEPTHA CREED BRUCE’S BLUE

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (KSBW)
  • Distillery: Jeptha Creed Distillery (Shelbyville, KY)
  • Mash Bill: 75% Bruce’s Blue Heirloom Corn, 20% Malted Rye, 5% Malted Barley
  • Age: NAS (Typically 4+ years for their straight expressions)
  • Proof: 100 Proof
  • SRP: $64.99
  • Released: Recurring Limited Release
  • Purchased: 7/3/26 for $64.99 at Jeptha Creed Distillery

BLUEGRASS DISTILLERS KSBW (BARREL #9044)

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (KSBW)
  • Distillery: Bluegrass Distillers (Midway, KY)
  • Mash Bill: 70% Blue Corn, 21% Rye, 9% Malted Barley (High-Rye Blue Corn Mash)
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 130 Proof
  • SRP: $70.00 – $75.00
  • Released: July 2026 Single Barrel Pick
  • Purchased: 7/4/26 for $75.00 at Bluegrass Distillers

SMOKEYE HILL BARREL PROOF

  • Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Smokeye Hill Spirits
  • Distillery: Distilled for Smokeye Hill in Lawrenceburg, IN (MGP/Ross & Squibb); Barreled, aged, and bottled in Colorado Springs, CO
  • Mash Bill: Proprietary 4-Grain Heirloom Blue Corn Mash Bill (Blue corn, yellow corn, rye, malted barley)
  • Age: 5 Years
  • Proof: 132 Proof
  • SRP: $84.99 – $89.99
  • Released: Small Batch / Ongoing
  • Purchased: 6/14/26 for $89.99 at Seelbach’s
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Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Proof vs 10 Year Private Barrel Review

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Welcome back to Your Bourbon Journey! Join Wayne and Rebecca as we dive into two fascinating, high-proof releases from Heaven Hill’s legendary Elijah Craig lineup!

With Heaven Hill seemingly shifting strategy away from their traditional batch releases (A1, B5, C9), private store picks and special single barrel selections are stepping up to fill the void. Today, we’re tasting two completely different, heavy-hitting Elijah Craig Private Barrel Proof selections to see if they deliver that classic, full-throttle flavor profile we know and love.

Which expression takes top honors—the deep, campfire-charred marshmallow notes of the Toasted Barrel Proof, or the massive Cherries Jubilee power of the 10-year Sam’s Club pick? Watch as we break down the nosing techniques, taste profiles, and value for each bottle!

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Elijah Craig Private Barrel Bourbon (Toasted Barrel Finish)

  • Selection Name: “Kentucky On Premise” (Barrel #7294339)
  • Details: Straight Bourbon finished in a custom toasted second cask, non-chill filtered & bottled at Cask Strength.
  • Age / Proof: 8 Years | 125 Proof (62.5% ABV)
  • Price: $100.00 (Purchased at Revival Vintage Spirits)
  • Tasting Notes: Burnt marshmallow, rich toasted oak, cinnamon spice, and warm brown sugar.

Elijah Craig Private Barrel Bourbon (America’s 250th Birthday)

  • Selection Name: “America’s 250th Birthday Indiana Barrel 2026” (Barrel #7312805)
  • Details: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2026 Special Commemorative Allocation).
  • Age / Proof: 10 Years | 132.9 Proof (66.45% ABV)
  • Price: $57.62 (An incredible Sam’s Club volume deal in Evansville, IN!)
  • Tasting Notes: Decadent cherries jubilee, rich brown sugar, vanilla, and bold barrel heat.

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Blind Barrels XVIII: Honest Blind Whiskey Tasting & Reveals!

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Welcome back to Your Bourbon Journey! Today we are diving into the Blind Barrels Release XVIII box (“Eastbound & Down… South”), featuring a curated selection of unique craft whiskeys from the Eastern Seaboard and the South. 

Join Wayne and Rebecca as we put our palates to the test! We try to guess the whiskey styles (Bourbon, Rye, Single Malt, or Wheat Whiskey), approximate the proof, guess the age, and decide if these bottles are worthy of a spot on our home bar shelf. 

From 114-proof Navy Strength American Single Malts to toasted cask-strength ryes and award-winning organic wheat whiskeys, this lineup sparked one of our most divided reviews yet!

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🥃 Overview of Whiskeys Revealed

Sample A: Old Line Navy Strength American Single Malt Whiskey

  • Distillery: Old Line Spirits (Baltimore, Maryland)
  • Age: 4 Years (Blend of 4–7 year stock)
  • Proof: 114 Proof (57% ABV)
  • Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley (90% Premium 2-Row, 10% Deep Kiln Malt)
  • Member Price: $53.99 (Regular: $64.99)

Sample B: Epoch Reserve Maryland Straight Rye Whiskey

  • Distillery: Baltimore Spirits Company (Baltimore, Maryland)
  • Age: 5 Years
  • Proof: 100 Proof (50% ABV)
  • Mash Bill: 100% Rye (25% Malted Rye)
  • Member Price: $57.99 (Regular: $79.99)

Sample C: Fiddler Cask Strength Toasted Rye Whiskey

  • Distillery: ASW Distillery (Atlanta, Georgia)
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 121.8 Proof (60.9% ABV)
  • Mash Bill: Low Rye (51% Rye, 45% Corn, 4% Malted Barley)
  • Member Price: $64.99 (Regular: $69.99)

Sample D: Journeyman Corsets, Whips and Whiskey Organic Wheat Whiskey

  • Distillery: Journeyman Distillery (Three Oaks, Michigan)
  • Age: 6 Years
  • Proof: 121.6 Proof (60.8% ABV)
  • Mash Bill: 100% Organic Michigan-Grown Wheat
  • Member Price: $57.99 (Regular: $74.99)

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