
Art Reviews
Bourbon is a work of art. And we review by tasting. This is where we share every Art Review we’ve done—honest impressions of the whiskies we’ve explored.
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Bomberger’s Declaration Bourbon Whiskey / 2025
Bomberger’s Declaration picks up where Shenk’s leaves off.
Booker's Bourbon / Batch 2025-02
To honor the Beam family legacy, Jim Beam’s Booker’s line continues its tradition with the 2025-02 “By the Pond Batch.”
Old Louisville 7 Year Wheated Bourbon
To celebrate the rise of Louisville’s boutique bourbon scene, Old Louisville Whiskey Co. has bottled a 7-year-old wheated bourbon at a bold, barrel-strength 117–119.2 proof.
Old Forester: The 117 Series Bourbon / Extra Old
To carry forward one of Old Forester’s most beloved releases, the 117 Series dives deeper into its 1910 story.
J. W. Dant Bottled In Bond Bourbon
J.W. Dant traces its origins back to 1836, when Joseph Washington Dant used a hollowed-out poplar log to craft his first still, a symbol of frontier grit and DIY spirit.
Buckner’s 13 Year Single Barrel Bourbon / 2025 Release
Augusta Distillery has Buckner’s 13 as its battle flag. When Augusta launched in 2020, they didn’t dip a cautious toe into the bourbon pool; they did a cannonball.
Green River Army 250th Anniversary Bourbon
To mark the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army’s founding on June 14, 1775, Green River Distilling has released a commemorative bourbon bottled at an “Army Strong” 111.1 proof—a nod to Veterans Day (11/11).
Ben Holladay 8 Year One Barrel Bourbon
Founded in 1856 and proudly operating under Missouri’s DSP #5, the Holladay Distillery is one of the oldest and most historic bourbon producers west of the Mississippi.
Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Old Bottled in Bond Bourbon
Heaven Hill’s Old Fitzgerald decanter series revives one of Kentucky’s most iconic wheated bourbons. Tracing its roots to the late 1800s, "Old Fitz" earned its reputation long before Pappy became famous.
Barrell Bourbon / Batch 037
Barrell Bourbon has earned a reputation for excelling in one key area: blending whiskeys from various locations and ages to create a spirit that is greater than the sum of its parts. This process of blending is truly an art form, requiring a keen understanding of flavors and nuances to craft a harmonious final product.
Wild Turkey 101 8 Year Old Bourbon
Wild Turkey’s legacy is bold, reliable bourbon at a fair price. For decades, 101 proof has been a staple: a high-rye, no-nonsense pour suited for both dive bars and collectors.
Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series: The Keeper’s Release
The 2025 Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series: The Keepers Release is a heartfelt tribute to the people who’ve quietly shaped one of bourbon’s most iconic brands. It’s not just a bottle—it’s a celebration of the skilled hands and loyal hearts behind every red wax seal.
Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon / A125
Larceny Barrel Proof has always been the wilder sibling in Heaven Hill’s portfolio—a wheated bourbon with brawn, depth, and no apologies.
Rare Character Limited Release Bourbon 2025 / Batch 01
Batch 01 of Rare Character’s Limited Release Series (2025) isn’t just rare in name. It’s the kind of bottle that makes you stop mid-shelf-scroll and wonder: Is this all flash? Or is there real fire behind the label? Spoiler: there’s fire—and enough finesse to keep it interesting.
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon / A125
Heaven Hill’s Elijah Craig Barrel Proof series has built a devoted following for a reason. These uncut, unfiltered, age-stated bourbons are a throwback to how whiskey used to be: bold, layered, and bottled with nothing held back.
Penelope Wheated Bourbon
Wheated bourbon is usually a story of softness—easy sipping, sweet grain, and familiar comfort. But Penelope Wheated Bourbon brings a new twist to the category.
Bulleit Bottled In Bond Bourbon
Their Whiskey. Their Way. Finally. For years, Bulleit was known as the bartender’s bourbon—dependable, affordable, and built for mixing. But behind the barstool reputation was a different truth: Bulleit wasn’t making its own whiskey.
Old Forester 1924 Bourbon / Batch 2
Vintage Vibes. Modern Muscle. Old Forester has never been shy about its history. But the 1924 expression doesn’t just nod to the past; it brings age, depth, and a new mash bill to the table, proving that even a legacy brand can still surprise us.