Life’s Rants

A His, Hers & the Good Life review of Blue Run’s 250th Anniversary High Rye Bourbon—patriotic design, rich flavor, and a memorable Nashville find.

Our third NBC barrel pick of the night — selected with Fred Minnick, signed barrel, first bottle poured, and full Club Marzipan pedigree.

A His & Hers review of Evan Williams White Label Bottled-in-Bond—budget-friendly bourbon with heat, sweetness, and Old Fashioned potential.

Barrell Bourbon 12 Year French Oak Cask Finish reviewed in a His/Hers/Good Life style, plus the French Oak Bloom cocktail and tasting notes.

Discover the French Oak Bloom cocktail—Barrell Bourbon 12 Year meets honey, lemon, and apricot in a refined His/Hers/Good Life review.

A high‑proof Missouri bourbon with nostalgic vanilla‑caramel warmth that clashes boldly with the sweet honey‑banana cigarillo pairing.

A straightforward single‑barrel bourbon with warm vanilla, light oak, and easygoing sweetness—simple, steady, and built for casual sipping.

A bold, layered bourbon with toasted oak, warm spice, and rich sweetness—cask‑strength intensity shaped by a trio of finishing woods for a powerful sip.

A powerful cask‑strength bourbon layered with dark fruit, warm spice, and bold oak—an intense, full‑bodied sip that unfolds with real depth.

Discover why Wild Turkey’s Jimmy Russell 70th Anniversary Bourbon earned a #9 ranking and became a prized addition to our nearly complete Sipping Room collection.

A premium single‑barrel bourbon with rich caramel, warm spice, and polished oak—Blanton’s Gold delivers refined depth in every elegant pour.

Still Austin Red Corn Bourbon review: Texas-aged richness, Bottled-in-Bond depth, and our year-long hunt for Whisky Advocate’s #7 of 2024.

A bold review of 2XO American Oak Bourbon, exploring its candy‑sweet nose, high‑proof palate, peppery finish, and the story behind its unforgettable bottle.

A collector’s look at the Angel’s Envy 457 Edition—patriotic design, port-finished heritage, and why this sealed bottle belongs in the Good Life.

Blade & Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon delivers smooth sweetness, fruit‑forward depth, and collectible key charm—an approachable, memorable pour for any bourbon lover.

A warm, polished bourbon with soft sweetness, gentle spice, and modern Kentucky elegance—Reflection II delivers smooth, thoughtful character.

Discover Angel’s Envy Cask Strength 13th Edition (Batch C13)—our Sipping Room story, tasting plans, and why this 92-rated bourbon belongs.

A lively high‑rye bourbon with bright spice, warm oak, and subtle sweetness—Blue Run delivers bold Kentucky energy with polished modern depth.

Discover Bardstown Bourbon Co.’s Collaborative Series Amrut, our #4 Top 20 find, a bold 55% ABV rye perfect for Sipping Room moments.

Discover our review of the 2XO Kiawah Blend, a Top 20 bourbon with a 93 score and 52% ABV, now part of our Sipping Room collection.