Art Reviews
Bourbon is a work of art, and we review by tasting.
This is a growing library of bourbon and whiskey reviews, updated weekly. Each review is grounded in careful tasting and honest evaluation, covering aroma, flavor, and finish.
From the latest releases to standout bottles worth knowing, this is a go-to resource for thoughtful, experience-driven bourbon reviews.
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Redwood Empire HayStack Needle Rye Whiskey
When a bottle shows up dressed like a redwood log, it sets expectations. Texture-heavy glass. Deep embossing. Minimal label. Confident. Maybe even a little loud.
Redwood Empire Grizzly Beast Bourbon Whiskey / 2025 Release
Redwood Empire’s Grizzly Beast Bourbon has always stood out, partly for its California craft roots, partly for its forest-sized personality.