Starlight Distillery Triple Threat Whiskey: Which Bottle Wins?

December 1, 2025November 30, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🥃 Starlight Whiskey Triple-Threat Review! Light Whiskey vs. 7-Year vs. 10-Year American Single Malt

Join Wayne and Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey for an in-depth tasting of three exceptional and very different whiskeys from Starlight Distillery (Huber’s) in Indiana! We’re putting Starlight’s innovation to the test with a Light Whiskey and two distinct American Single Malts — a 7-year-old and the highly-anticipated 10-year-old Small Batch #1.

The Huber family are true pioneers, growing their own grains and crafting spirits with a unique farm-to-bottle, sweet mash, and double pot distilled approach. You won’t want to miss our thoughts on these complex, flavorful, and age-stated releases!

We discuss why Starlight’s owner, Ted Huber, and his son, Blake Huber (signed our bottle!), exemplify a class act and how their incredible Repeal Dinner is a must-attend event in the whiskey calendar.

Starlight Distillery VIP Repeal Day Preview Dinner Info

Date: December 4, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm ET
Location: Starlight Distillery / Huber’s (Borden, IN)
Info: https://starlightdistillery.com /events/

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✴️ Starlight Light Whiskey Single Barrel 24-8190

Classification: Indiana Straight Whiskey
Company: Huber’s; Distillery: Starlight
Mash Bill: (Likely) 99% Corn and 1% Malted Barley
Other: Grains grown on property; sweet mash; double pot distilled.
Barrels: Aged in oak casks from around the world; finished 6 months in a Cognac barrel
Age: 8.5 Years; Proof: 129.7
Purchased: 06/26/25 for $99.98 at Seelbach’s Online

✴️ Starlight Single Malt Whiskey Small Batch B2305

Classification: American Single Malt Whiskey
Company: Huber’s; Distillery: Starlight
Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
Other: Sweet mash; double pot distilled.
Age: 7 Years; Proof: 94
Purchased: 07/18/25 for $64.74 at Starlight Distillery

✴️ Starlight Single Malt Whiskey Small Batch 1

Classification: American Single Malt Whiskey
Company: Huber’s; Distillery: Starlight
Mash Bill: 100% Malted Barley
Other: Sweet mash; double pot distilled.
Age: 10 Years
Barrels used for this 10-year release included:
25% PX Sherry Casks
25% Used Bourbon Casks
20% Vino De Naranja Casks
20% Peated Scotch Casks
10% Rum Cask
Proof: 98
Purchased: 07/18/25 for $83.24 at Starlight Distillery

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Blind Tasting SHOWDOWN: Three Amazing Whiskeys, One Champion!

October 17, 2025October 16, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Alright, buckle up, whiskey lovers! 🥃 Get ready for a showdown of EPIC proportions! 🔥 In this blind tasting adventure, we’re putting three incredible contenders to the ultimate test to crown the UNDISPUTED CHAMPION 🏆 of our Third Quarter 2025! 🎉

Prepare your senses as we dive deep into the aromatic world 👃 and tantalizing flavors 😋 of:

✴️ Neeley Bottled in Bond Four Grain

✴️ Starlight 2025 10-Year Cask Strength

✴️ W.H. McBrayer 2025 Release, Batch 5

No labels, no biases – just pure, unadulterated whiskey appreciation! 👀 Join us as we meticulously nose, sip, and savor each dram, dissecting the nose 👃, the dance on the palate 👅, the lingering finish ✨, and that all-important je ne sais quoi. 🤔

Will the barrel proof powerhouse 💪 dominate? Will the aged elegance 👑 steal the show? Or will a unique mashbill or special aging ✨ take the crown? We’re ranking them from 3rd place🥉 to the coveted 1st place spot🥇, and the suspense is BUILDING! 🤩 The results will be used for seeding in our Whiskey of the Year competition! 🏆

Hit play ▶️ and join the tasting party! 🎉

Grab your own glass 🥃 (of whatever you fancy! 😉), settle in 🛋️, and experience the thrill of the reveal with us. Get ready for some serious whiskey talk 🗣️, maybe a few surprises 😮, and definitely a good time! 😄 Cheers to an unforgettable evening of delicious discovery! 🥂

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🔥DETAILS REGARDING OUR THREE FINALISTS🔥 (in alphabetical order):

✴️ Neeley Bottled in Bond Four Grain

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Neeley Family Distillery
Mash Bill: 63% corn, 17% Oats, 8% Wheat and 12% Malt
Notes: Jug Yeast A-1, Sweet Mash, Copper Pot Still, Non-Chill Filtered, Limestone Well Water, Cypress Fermented, Barrel Char 2, Batch Size 7
Age: 4 Years
Proof: 100
MSRP: $79.99
Released: Spring 2025
Made with no enzymes, blended by Rebekah Neeley
Purchased: 07/11/25 for $79.99 at Neely Family Distillery in Sparta, KY

Original YouTube Review >

✴️ Starlight 2025 10-Year Cask Strength

Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Starlight Distillery
Mash Bill: 60% Corn, 20% Rye, 20% Malted Barley
Other: Grain-to-glass; sweet mash; double pot distilled; barrel entry proof 112-116
Age: 10 Years
Proof: 120.3
MSRP: $250
Released: July 2025
Aging: Sequin Moreau Icone barrels.
Purchased: 08/14/25 for $250 at Starlight Distillery

Original YouTube Review >

✴️ W.H. McBrayer 2025 Release, Batch 5

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: McBrayer Legacy Spirits
Distillery: Undisclosed
Mash Bill: 88.4% Bloody Butcher Corn, 5.8% Heritage Rye, 5.8% Malted Barley
Age: NAS; blend of 15 barrels – 8 are 6.5 years old and 7 are 5.5 years old
Proof: 106.8
MSRP: $100
Other: Small Batch (15 hand-selected barrels), Non-Chill Filtered
Released: May 10, 2025
Purchased: 05/10/25 for $100 at McBrayer Legacy Spirits

Original YouTube Review >

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Which Bourbon Wins? Blind Tasting & Ultimate Ranking

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

🔥🥃 Blind Bourbon BATTLE ROYALE! Who Will Be Our September 2025 CHAMPION?! 🏆

Alright, buckle up, whiskey fanatics! 🚀 Get ready for a showdown of EPIC proportions! 🥃 In this thrilling blind tasting adventure, we’re putting FOUR incredible contenders head-to-head to crown the UNDISPUTED champion of our September 2025 whiskey lineup! 👑

Prepare your senses for an immersive journey into the captivating aromas and tantalizing flavors of these contenders (alphabetical order):

✴️ Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B525

✴️ Larceny Barrel Proof Batch B525

✴️ Rivertown Single Barrel

✴️ Starlight 2025 10-Year Cask Strength

🚫 No labels, no biases – just pure, unadulterated whiskey appreciation! 👀 Join us as we meticulously nose 👃, sip 😋, and savor each dram, dissecting the intricate notes on the nose, the delightful dance on the palate 👅, the satisfying lingering finish ✨, and that crucial je ne sais quoi that makes a whiskey truly special. 🤔

Will the barrel-proof powerhouse 💪 dominate the competition? Will the elegantly aged spirit ⏳ steal the show? Or will a unique finish 🍇 or a captivating single barrel charm ✨ take home the ultimate crown? We’re ranking them from 4th place to the coveted 1st place spot🥇, and the suspense is building with every sip! 🤯

Smash that play button ▶️ and join the ultimate tasting party!

🎉 Grab your own glass 🥂 (of whatever you’re sipping on!), settle in for some serious whiskey talk 🗣️, and experience the thrill of the grand reveal with us! Get ready for potential surprises 🎁 and definitely a fantastic time! Cheers to an unforgettable evening of delicious discovery! 🥳 Sláinte! 🍀

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🔥DETAILS REGARDING OUR FOUR FINALISTS🔥 (in alphabetical order):

✴️ Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B525

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Heaven Hill
Distillery: Elijah Craig Distillery Co.
Mash Bill: 78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye
Age: 11 Years, 6 Months
Proof: 126.2
MSRP: $75
Released: May 2025
Purchased: 09/02/25 for $79.99 at Heaven Hill, Bardstown KY

✴️ Larceny Barrel Proof Batch B525

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Heaven Hill
Distillery: Heaven Hill
Mash Bill: 68% Corn, 20% Wheat, 12% Malted Barley
Age: 6-8 years
Proof: 117.4
MSRP: $65
Released: May 2025
Purchased: 08/06/25 for $55.99 at Costco in Evansville IN

✴️ Rivertown Single Barrel

Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Company: Henderson Distilling Co
Distillery: Sourced/Undisclosed/Kentucky
Bottled: The Bard Distillery, Graham, KY
Mash Bill: 78% Corn, 13% Rye, 9% Malted Barley
Age: 8 Years
Proof: 124.6
MSRP: $74.99
Released: 08/14/25
Other: Bottle 76 of 185
Purchased: 08/14/25 for $74.99 at Beverage Barn in Henderson, KY

✴️ Starlight 2025 10-Year Cask Strength

Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Starlight Distillery
Mash Bill: 60% Corn, 20% Rye, 20% Malted Barley
Other: Grain-to-glass; sweet mash; double pot distilled; barrel entry proof 112-116
Age: 10 Years
Proof: 120.3
MSRP: $250
Released: July 2025
Aging: Sequin Moreau Icone barrels.
Purchased: 08/14/25 for $250 at Starlight Distillery

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The Starlight 10 Year Bourbon Is Finally Here!

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Starlight 10 Year Old Bourbon: The Oldest Release from Starlight Distillery!

Join Wayne and Rebecca from Your Bourbon Journey as they get their hands on a highly sought-after bottle—the Starlight 2025 10 Year Old Bourbon. This is the oldest release ever from Starlight Distillery in Borden, Indiana, and it’s a bottle they’ve been waiting for since they first tasted a sample at a Repeal Dinner almost a year ago!

In this review, Wayne and Rebecca discuss the unique aspects of this special release, including the specific three-grain mash bill (60% corn, 20% rye, 20% malted barley), its sweet mash process, and the incredibly rare Seguin Moreau Iconic Barrels it was aged in.

Poured at a bold 120.3 proof, they explore the rich, dark amber color and complex notes on the nose and palate. Can they find the pipe tobacco, dark chocolate, and caramel notes they’re looking for? And what does a 10-year-old bourbon with a low barrel entry proof taste like?

This isn’t just a review; it’s a celebration of a family-owned Indiana distillery that is making waves in the American whiskey world. If you love discovering craft distilleries and special, limited-release whiskey, this video is for you.

So grab your favorite glass, settle in, and let’s explore this bourbon together! Click play ▶️ NOW!

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✴️ Starlight 2025 10-Year Cask Strength

Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Starlight Distillery
Mash Bill: 60% Corn, 20% Rye, 20% Malted Barley
Other: Grain-to-glass; sweet mash; double pot distilled; barrel entry proof 112-116
Age: 10 Years
Proof: 120.3
MSRP: $250
Released: July 2025
Aging: Sequin Moreau Icone barrels.
Purchased: 08/14/25 for $250 at Starlight Distillery

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Best Whiskeys of 2025 (So Far!): Our Top Picks!

July 18, 2025July 14, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Wow, 2025 has been an absolute blockbuster year for whiskey, bringing some truly unforgettable bottles to our glasses! In this can’t-miss video, we’re uncorking our BEST WHISKEYS of 2025 so far and trust us, you’re in for some surprises!

Join us as we take a thrilling journey through each month, revisiting our highly anticipated Whiskey of the Month winners and their fierce contenders. But that’s just the warm-up! We’re also thrilled to reveal the very first two Whiskey of the Quarter champions and give you an exclusive peek at the current Whiskey of the Year seeding results. The competition is heating up, and you’ll want to see who’s leading the pack!

And here’s a twist: We’re also sharing an absolutely mind-blowing release that, for special reasons, we decided to exclude from this intense competition. You won’t believe what it is and why it didn’t make the cut for our official rankings!

Ready to discover the must-have whiskeys of 2025? Click that play button now and find out if your favorites made our prestigious list!

What are your favorite whiskeys of 2025 so far? Did your top picks make our list, or do you have a dark horse contender we need to know about? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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Boulevardier Twist: Blackberry & Chocolate

July 10, 2025July 9, 2025 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

Thirsty Thursday Cocktails – Episode 26: The Blackberry Mole Boulevardier

✨ Prepare for an elegant masterpiece. Today, we’re unveiling the Blackberry Mole Boulevardier, a sophisticated and deeply flavorful cocktail that will redefine your appreciation for stirred drinks.

Watch as we meticulously build this exquisite libation, starting with the nuanced fruit and subtle warmth of Starlight Blackberry Whiskey. We then introduce the vibrant bittersweet character of Campari, paving the way for the true stars of the show: a carefully balanced blend of Mole Bitters and Aztec Chocolate Bitters. These unique additions infuse the drink with layers of dark chocolate, warming spices, and an irresistible complexity.

Served “up” in a coupe, this cocktail offers a smooth, lingering finish that’s perfect for a discerning palate. Whether you’re unwinding after a long day or hosting a chic gathering, the Blackberry Mole Boulevardier promises an experience of pure indulgence.

In this video, you’ll learn:

The art of stirring a perfectly chilled, undiluted cocktail.
How to incorporate advanced bitter profiles for unparalleled depth.
A timeless recipe that will impress even the most seasoned connoisseur.

Ready to master this easy and fun cocktail? Click play ▶️ now and let’s make some magic!

Your Recipe for the Blackberry Mole Boulevardier:

1.5 oz of Starlight Blackberry Whiskey
1.25 oz of Campari
3 Dashes of Mole Bitters
2 Dashes of Aztec Chocolate Bitters

Mixing Method:

Add all ingredients to a mixing glass filled with fresh ice.
Stir thoughtfully until the drink is thoroughly chilled.
Strain into a pre-chilled coupe glass.

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Experience the VIP Repeal Day Dinner at Starlight Distillery

December 14, 2024 / bourbonjourney / Leave a comment

December 14, 2024
By Rebecca Herman McBrayer

We invite you to experience, through our eyes, an exceptional VIP Repeal Day Dinner Event that took place at Starlight Distillery on Friday, Dec 6th. This elevated evening kicked off with engaging interactions among fellow bourbon enthusiasts and the esteemed Starlight Distillery Master Distillers and Bourbon Experts. We relished every moment of this celebration, showcasing the perfect marriage of food and spirits with a meticulously crafted multi-course tasting menu. Each chef-prepared course was expertly paired with a pour from one of the five Family Reserve releases, accompanied by insightful discussions led by the Starlight Distillery experts who hand-selected each bottle.