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Massive Blind Whiskey Contest! June Whiskey of the Month

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Welcome back to Your Bourbon Journey! In this video, Wayne and Rebecca are diving into a powerhouse lineup for our June Whiskey of the Month blind tasting! As we continue our high-stakes Road to the Sweet Sixteen, the competition is tighter than ever.

This month features an incredibly diverse flight jumping across three distinct whiskey classifications (Bourbon, Wheat, and American Single Malt) with a heavy emphasis on unique finishing methods—ranging from a honey barrel and sweet stout casks to complex sherry and toasted wood elements. With our leaderboard shifting every month based on total points earned, every single point counts. Will this month’s winner secure a permanent spot in the year-end playoffs?

The June Contenders (In Alphabetical Order):

  • Bernheim 20th Anniversary Edition | Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey (Heaven Hill)
  • Casey Jones Barrel Finished Series: Honey Bourbon (“Brown Beauty”) | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in a Honey Barrel (Casey Jones Distillery)
  • Little Book Chapter 10: All the Wiser | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Sherry and Toasted Bourbon Casks (Jim Beam)
  • New Riff Silver Grove Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2026 | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (New Riff Distilling)
  • VDC Brewer’s Coalition: 4 Hands Brewing Co. Madagascar Stout Cask | American Single Malt Whisky (Virginia Distillery Co.)

From sweet, confectionary aromas and rich dark caramel notes to toasted nuts, baking spices, and bold flavor explosions, this blind flight completely challenged our palates. Watch until the end to see our final score adjustments, the blind revelations, and how the leaderboard shuffles at the halfway point of the year!

Drop a comment below: Have you tried any of these expressions? What notes do you get from them?

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🥃 OUR NEW SCORING PROCESS: We’ve revamped our scoring to be more transparent than ever. Read the full breakdown of our new rubric and the “Sweet Sixteen” bracket process on our website: 👉 https://yourbourbonjourney.com/2026/02/27/decoding-the-pour-the-new-your-bourbon-journey-scoring-woty-process/

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Original Reviews for Today’s Bottles:

🥃 Bernheim 20th Anniversary Edition:

🥃 Casey Jones Barrel Finished Series: Honey Bourbon:

🥃 Little Book Chapter 10: All the Wiser:

🥃 New Riff Silver Grove Straight Bourbon Whiskey:  

🥃 VDC Brewer’s Coalition: 4 Hands Brewing Co. Madagascar Stout Cask:

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NOTE: The spirits in this review were purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producers for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. 

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Ultimate May Whiskey Battle: Road to the Sweet 16!

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Welcome back to Your Bourbon Journey! It’s that time of the month again, and Wayne and Rebecca are diving headfirst into an absolute powerhouse lineup for our May 2026 Whiskey of the Month blind tasting! As we continue our high-stakes Road to the Sweet Sixteen, the competition is tighter than ever. With our current leaderboard running a massive scoring range of 91 to 99.5 and a Top 10 average sitting at an elite 94.95, every single point counts. Will this month’s winner have what it takes to secure a permanent spot in the year-end playoffs?

In this episode, we shake things up with a rapid “express tasting” to see the gorgeous legs and color consistency before diving deep into our traditional scoring system. Every bottle starts at a baseline of 80 points, with up to 5 points for the nose, 10 for the taste, 3 for the finish, and up to 2 elusive wild card points reserved for something truly outstanding.

We also announce some massive channel updates coming this December—including our upcoming hard-to-get distillery exclusive playoff, vintage whiskey of the year, and cocktail of the year!

Our May 2026 Contenders (In Alphabetical Order):

🥃 Cigar Blend “First Cut” | American Single Malt Whiskey (Virginia Distillery Co.) 
🥃 Fresh Bourbon Single Barrel | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Fresh Bourbon, LLC) 
🥃 Hard Truth 7-Year Wheated Bourbon | Indiana Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Hard Truth Distilling Co.) 
🥃 Jackson Purchase Full Proof (Special Festival Release) | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Jackson Purchase Distillery) 
🥃 Left Bank Single Cask (Release 5) | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Left Bank Distilled Spirits) 

From sweet honeysuckle aromas and rich butterscotch notes to deep barrel char and bold baking spices, this flight completely blindsided our palates. Watch until the very end to see the final score adjustments and find out which of these bottles completely stunned us, shook up the leaderboard, and forced the very first bottle elimination of the year!

Drop a comment below: Have you tried any of these expressions? Which bottle did you think would take the crown this month?

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🥃 OUR NEW SCORING PROCESS: We’ve revamped our scoring to be more transparent than ever. Read the full breakdown of our new rubric and the “Sweet Sixteen” bracket process on our website: 👉 https://yourbourbonjourney.com/2026/02/27/decoding-the-pour-the-new-your-bourbon-journey-scoring-woty-process/

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Original Reviews for Today’s Bottles:

🥃 Cigar Blend:

🥃 Fresh Bourbon, Jackson Purchase, and Left Bank:

🥃 Hard Truth:

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Hard Truth 7 Year Whiskeys | Full Lineup Tasting 

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Hard Truth’s 7-Year Indiana Whiskey: Bourbon, Wheated, and Rye!

The 7-year mark has officially arrived at Hard Truth Distilling Co., and we are breaking down the entire lineup! In this video, we deep dive into the brand new Hard Truth 7-Year Straight Bourbon, the 7-Year Wheated Bourbon, and the 7-Year Sweet Mash Rye.

Hard Truth has been making waves in Nashville, Indiana, but do these age-stated bottles live up to the premium MSRP? We explore the mash bills, the proof, and the flavor profiles of these highly anticipated February 2026 releases. Whether you are a fan of high-rye bourbons, soft wheated profiles, or punchy sweet mash ryes, we’re finding out exactly where these bottles sit in the current craft whiskey landscape.

In this tasting, we cover:

  • Hard Truth 7-Year Straight Bourbon (112.3 Proof): The core profile.
  • Hard Truth 7-Year Wheated Bourbon (116.1 Proof): The smooth operator.
  • Hard Truth 7-Year Sweet Mash Rye (107 Proof): The rye lover’s dream.

Let us know in the comments if you’ve managed to snag a bottle and what your tasting notes are!

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Hard Truth 7-Year Straight Bourbon

  • Classification: Indiana Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Hard Truth Distilling Co.
  • Distillery: Hard Truth Distilling Co. (Nashville, IN)
  • Mash Bill: 67% Corn, 21% Rye, 12% Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 112.3
  • MSRP: $89.99
  • Released: February 2026
  • Purchased: $74.99 04/03/26 at High Spirits in Evansville, IN

Hard Truth 7-Year Wheated Bourbon

  • Classification: Indiana Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Hard Truth Distilling Co.
  • Distillery: Hard Truth Distilling Co. (Nashville, IN)
  • Mash Bill: 69% Corn, 19% Wheat, 12% Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 116.1
  • MSRP: $89.99
  • Released: February 2026
  • Purchased: $74.99 04/03/26 at High Spirits in Evansville, IN

Hard Truth 7-Year Sweet Mash Rye

  • Classification: Indiana Straight Rye Whiskey
  • Company: Hard Truth Distilling Co.
  • Distillery: Hard Truth Distilling Co. (Nashville, IN)
  • Mash Bill: 94% Rye, 6% Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 107
  • MSRP: $89.99
  • Released: February 2026
  • Purchased: $74.99 04/03/26 at High Spirits in Evansville, IN

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Uncorking 41 Years: J.W. Dant Bourbon Tasting!

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A 41-Year-Old Bourbon: Tasting a 1984 J.W. Dant Time Capsule!

Get ready for an unforgettable journey into whiskey history! We’re not just opening a bottle; we’re cracking open a time capsule: a 41-year-old J.W. Dant bourbon from 1984! Have you ever wondered what four decades do to a whiskey? We definitely did, and now you can find out with us!

We got our hands on this incredible vintage gem from the amazing Revival Vintage Spirits in Covington, KY. We’ve been counting down the days to share this special tasting experience with you, and trust us, it’s worth the wait!

In this video, you’ll witness history unfold as we:

  • Uncover the fascinating story behind J.W. Dant.
  • Explore every detail – from its mesmerizing appearance to its captivating aromas.
  • Take that long-awaited, first sip and share our raw, honest reactions!

Join us as we explore how this unique, vintage whiskey holds up after all these years. This is your chance to experience a genuine taste of whiskey history with us. Don’t miss out – hit play now!

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✴️ 1984 JW Dant Special Reserve

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: The Dant Distillery Company
  • Distillery: Schenley Distillery Louisville
  • Mash Bill: A common estimate for Bernheim’s Schenley-era mash bill was around 73-75% corn, 15-20% rye, and 8-12% malted barley.
  • Age: 4 Years
  • Proof: 90
  • Purchased: 01/31/25 at Revival Vintage Spirits https://revivalky.com/ 

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NOTE: The spirit in this review was purchased by us. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is simply our opinion based on what we tasted on this day. Please drink responsibly.

Bourbon Battle: 90s Maker’s Mark vs. Today!

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⏳ **Whiskey Time Warp: 1990s Maker’s Mark vs. Today’s Bottle – Will Decades Change the Magic?**

Ever stop to wonder if time truly *transforms* a whiskey? We did too! Join us on a fascinating expedition into the past as we unearth a **rare gem**: a vintage Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, distilled all the way back in the **golden age of the 1990s**. 

But the journey doesn’t end there. We’re putting this liquid time capsule head-to-head against a bottle of the modern-day icon. Could decades of aging in the bottle have woven a spell of unique flavors? Or will the consistent craftsmanship of today’s Maker’s Mark shine through? 

Prepare your senses as we meticulously dissect each pour: the subtle shifts in **appearance**, the ghosts of aromas past in the **nose**, the evolution of **taste** across time, and the lingering secrets in the **finish**. Will our palates be captivated by the vintage allure, or will the present prevail? 🔥 

**Tune in for a bourbon battle unlike any other!** We’re not just tasting whiskey; we’re tasting history. Will we uncover a lost profile? Will the oak have whispered secrets over the years? Join us to find out which era of Maker’s Mark truly reigns supreme! 

👉 **Hit play now and embark on this unique whiskey time travel adventure!** Don’t forget to leave a comment with your predictions!

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✴️ Maker’s Mark 1990s Pint

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Seagram
  • Distillery: Maker’s Mark Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 70% Corn, 16% Wheat, 14% Malted Barley
  • Age: NAS
  • Proof: 90
  • Purchased: 03/14/2025 at Revival Vintage Spirits, Covington, KY https://revivalky.com/ 

✴️ Maker’s Mark 2025

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Suntory Global Spirits
  • Distillery: Maker’s Mark Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 70% Corn, 16% Wheat, 14% Malted Barley
  • Age: NAS (typically around 6 years old)
  • Proof: 90
  • Purchased: 03/01/25 for $32.99 at High Spirits Liquor Store in Evansville, IN

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Bourbon Time Warp! Tasting a 51-Year-Old Jim Beam Derby Edition 

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Imagine tasting liquid history… 🥃 To celebrate the 151st Kentucky Derby, we’re tasting a time capsule: the ultra-rare Jim Beam 100th Kentucky Derby Anniversary Decanter, filled with bourbon distilled in 1974! Ever dream of experiencing an 8-year-old Jim Beam from nearly half a century ago? 🤔

Join us for an EXCLUSIVE TASTING as we journey back in time with this incredible vintage whiskey. We’ll be meticulously exploring its:

  • Fascinating backstory and the legacy of this commemorative decanter
  • Visual allure: the color and appearance after all these years
  • Aromatic whispers from the past
  • Palate-awakening flavors and the evolution of its taste
  • Lingering finish – how does history fade?

But that’s not all! We’ll also put this legendary bourbon head-to-head against a modern masterpiece: Old Grand-Dad 16 Year Old. How does a taste of 1974 compare to today’s craftsmanship? 🤔

Prepare for a deep dive into whiskey history you won’t find anywhere else. Click play to uncork the past with us! ▶️ Cheers to history in a glass! 🥂

Note: From “A Guide To Jim Beam Bottles” by Cembura & Avery: The 100th anniversary of the famed Kentucky Derby Classic is honored with a bottle bearing cameos of the first winner Aristides in 1875 and Cannonade in 1974. Red roses fill the numerals. The back list the names and dates of previous winners. Height 7.5 inches.

#bourbon #vintagebourbon #JimBeam 

Originally Opened & Reviewed 05/05/24: https://yourbourbonjourney.com/2024/05/05/may-2024-kentucky-derby-tasting/

Be sure to visit Revival Vintage Spirits, Covington, KY https://revivalky.com/ 

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✴️ 1974 James B. Beam 100th Kentucky Derby Decanter

  • Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Distillery: James B. Beam
  • Mash Bill: 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malt (estimated based on today’s Jim Beam white label)
  • Age: 100 months (8.33 years) when bottled in 1974
  • Proof: 86
  • Price Paid – Gifted from Family Collection

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Tasting a 48-Year-Old Time Capsule: 1977 Crow Light Whiskey! 🕰️🥃

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🤯 Prepare your taste buds for a journey through time! 🕰️ We’re cracking open a RARE 48-year-old bourbon! 🥃 Ever wondered what a 1977 Crow Light Whiskey tastes like?! 🤔 We did too!

Join us for this SPECIAL TASTING as we dive into a time capsule of whiskey history! 🤩 We snagged this incredible vintage bottle from the amazing Revival Vintage Spirits in Covington, KY! 🙌 We’ve been counting down the days to open this beauty and share our honest thoughts with you! 🎉

In this video, we’ll:

  • Uncover the fascinating history behind Crow Light Whiskey 📜
  • Take a look back at the groovy 70s advertising for Light Whiskey 📺
  • Show off some seriously cool vintage Old Crow collectibles! 😎
  • FINALLY! Explore the appearance 👀, savor the incredible aromas👃, and take that long-awaited FIRST SIP! 🤤
  • We’ll be sharing every single detail and our thoughts on how this unique whiskey holds up today. 🤔

💡 Did you know? Back in the 1970s, everyone was going crazy for lighter spirits like vodka! 🍸 So, the bourbon industry decided to shake things up and create “light whiskey”! Crow Light hit the scene in December 1972 with the catchy slogan “The whiskey that whispers,” trying to capture that lighter vibe. Light whiskey was distilled to super high proofs (think 160-190 proof!) to mellow out the flavor and then aged briefly in used bourbon barrels for just a hint of color and taste. That “whisper” was all about that subtle, easy-drinking profile! 😉

✨ Don’t miss this chance to experience a genuine taste of whiskey history with us! Hit play now! ▶️ Cheers! 🥂

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✴️ Crow Light Whiskey

  • Classification: Whiskey Blended
  • Company: Old Crow Distillery Co., Louisville, KY
  • Age: 4 years
  • Proof: 80
  • Bottled: 1977
  • Purchased at Revival Vintage Spirits, Covington KY

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HIDDEN WHISKEY GEM! Cedar Ridge QuintEssential & Single Cask! 

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🔥 Iowa Whiskey DISCOVERY! 🔥 We’re diving headfirst into the award-winning world of Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher, Iowa! 🌾 Get ready for a DOUBLE dose of American Single Malt magic as we review their flagship QuintEssential American Single Malt (the legend!) AND a rare gem from their Single Cask Series – Ex-Bourbon Cask! 🥃 Join us as we unlock the hidden flavors of Iowa’s FIRST distillery since Prohibition (yes, you heard that right!). We’re talking deep dives into the nose, palate, and ALL the delicious details. Will these bottles live up to the hype? Will we find a new favorite? 🤔 Hit play to find out! 

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ABOUT THESE BOTTLES

✴️ The QuintEssential American Single Malt Whiskey

The richness of our American Single Malt Whiskey is strengthened by our immediate access to fresh, once-used barrels from a variety of sources, including our own wine and Port casks. The complexity of The QuintEssential develops as we add each unique finishing cask in the proper proportion. There is an element of interest or surprise being incorporated into the overall blend with each addition from our arsenal of complex casks. 

  • 🥃Classification: American Single Malt Whiskey
  • Distillery: Cedar Ridge Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 100% 2-Row Pale Malted Barley
  • Age: NAS (at least 4-5 Years Old)
  • Proof: 92
  • MSRP: $59.99
  • Released: 2021
  • Other: Batch 008
  • Purchased: 01/10/25 for $59.99 online from Cedar Ridge

✴️ The QuintEssential Single Cask Series – Ex-Bourbon Cask

The QuintEssential Single Cask Series explores our award winning American Single Malt in our most unique single cask selections. Aged in an ex-bourbon cask to highlight the unique flavors of our American Single Malt Whiskey in its truest form. The barrels were hand-selected by Murphy Quint, Master Distiller & Master Blender of Cedar Ridge, and release as single barrels at true cask strength.

  • 🥃Classification: American Single Malt Whiskey
  • Distillery: Cedar Ridge Distillery
  • Mash Bill: 100% 2-Row Pale Malted Barley
  • Age: 7 Years
  • Proof: 124.3
  • MSRP: $69.99
  • Released: 2024
  • Other: Cask 15-56
  • Purchased: 01/10/25 for $79.99 online from Cedar Ridge

Cedar Ridge Distillery: https://cedarridgedistillery.com/ 

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Rare 1960 Barclay’s Bourbon: A Deep Dive into Hiram Walker’s Legacy

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🤩 Ever wondered what a 61-year-old bourbon tastes like? In this special tasting, we’re exploring a time capsule of whiskey history: a vintage Barclay’s Bourbon Straight Whiskey, distilled by Hiram Walker & Sons in 1960.  🌟 We’ll take you on a journey through the fascinating story of Hiram Walker, a distillery that shaped the bourbon landscape. 🌟 Expect detailed tasting notes, historical insights, and an appreciation for the craftsmanship that went into this incredible bottle. 🌟 Join us as we experience a true taste of the past!

✴️ Barclay’s Bourbon

  • Classification: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Company: Barclay’s Bourbon
  • Distillery: Hiram Walker & Sons Distillery, Peoria Illinois 
  • Mash Bill: Unknown
  • Age: 4
  • Proof: 86
  • Released: 1964
  • Other: It was exported to the French markets.
  • Key Figures: C.S. Buroff was identified as the Master Blender at Hiram Walker from the post-Prohibition era into the 1960s.
  • Purchased: 03/14/2025 at Revival Vintage Spirits, Covington, KY 

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🚘 The ULTIMATE Guide for the Kentucky Bourbon Train (BARDSTOWN)

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Extra: Peoria’s Hiram Walker was once the largest distillery in the world: https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/2015/08/28/extra-peoria-s-hiram-walker/33618842007/

Goodbye ADM, hello BioUrja: After almost 40 years, Peoria ethanol plant to change hands: https://www.pjstar.com/story/business/2021/10/22/biourja-to-take-over-adm-ethanol-plant-peoria-illinois/6134147001/ 

Images Of The Past – Hiram Walker Distillery In Peoria Illinois: https://bourbonveach.com/2022/02/11/images-of-the-past-hiram-walker-distillery-in-peoria-illinois/

MEANWHILE, BACK IN PEORIA’S PAST – THIS WEEK: HIRAM WALKER DISTILLERY: http://meanwhilebackinpeoria.com/?offset=1717344310963

Presentation Photo Album Showing the Facilities of Hiram Walker & Sons Whisky Distillery in Peoria, Illinois: https://www.walkaboutbooks.net/pages/books/21448/presentation-photo-album-showing-the-facilities-of-hiram-walker-sons-whisky-distillery-in-peoria