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E.H. Taylor, Jr. | Small Batch Bourbon | Bottled-in-Bond | Buffalo Trace Distillery | Frankfort, Kentucky

Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. is widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of the American bourbon industry. A visionary distiller, businessman, and legislator, Taylor fought tirelessly for the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897 — landmark legislation that established strict federal standards for American whiskey production, protecting consumers and elevating the craft. He purchased what is now Buffalo Trace Distillery nearly three decades before that, implementing innovations still in use today, including climate-controlled aging warehouses such as the iconic Warehouse C, built by Taylor himself in 1885.

The E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch is produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery and bottled in strict accordance with the Bottled-in-Bond Act: aged a minimum of four years, distilled in a single distilling season by a single distillery, and bottled at exactly 100 proof (50% ABV). The bottle design pays homage to Colonel Taylor's original packaging from over a century ago — a fitting tribute to the man who made American bourbon what it is today.

The Small Batch opens with lightly toasted oak, dried figs, butterscotch, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, a pleasing sweetness is beautifully balanced by tobacco leaf, dark spices, and a touch of leather. The finish is long, warm, and satisfying — preparing the palate for another sip. A benchmark Bottled-in-Bond bourbon that delivers both history and exceptional quality in every glass.

Best enjoyed neat or with a single large ice cube. Also exceptional in a classic Old-Fashioned or Manhattan.

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery
• Expression: E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Bottled-in-Bond
• Region: Frankfort, Franklin County, Kentucky, USA
• Aging: Minimum 4 years; climate-controlled warehouses
• Alcohol: 50% ABV (100 Proof)
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Producer Description 

The Bushmills® Private Reserve Collection is a series of small batch single malts hand selected with unique cask finishes, born from the original Irish single malt tradition that Bushmills® pioneered.

This 12 Year Old single malt Irish whiskey is first matured in carefully selected bourbon barrels and oloroso sherry casks before finishing in Reposado & Añejo Tequila casks.

Woodford Reserve Bourbon Double Oaked 750ml

Woodford Reserve is one of Kentucky’s most celebrated craft bourbon distilleries — produced at the historic Woodford Reserve Distillery on Glenn's Creek in Versailles, the oldest operating distillery in Kentucky. The Double Oaked is their most distinctive expression: after completing its standard aging in new charred oak barrels, the bourbon is transferred to a second barrel — this one heavily toasted and lightly charred — for an additional period of maturation. The result is a bourbon of exceptional depth, richness, and complexity, layering the classic Woodford character with an entirely new dimension of caramel, chocolate, and dark fruit.

Gold Medal winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and scored by both Tasting Panel and Wine Enthusiast, Double Oaked is a full-bodied, lush, and profoundly satisfying sipper that is equally at home neat, over a single large ice cube, or as the backbone of a serious Manhattan.

"Deep amber color; toasty caramel nose; lush and buttery with flavors of toasted oak, caramel and chocolate. Smooth, elegant and complex." — Tasting Panel, 94 pts

• Producer: Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, Woodford County, Kentucky, USA
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Double Oaked
• Process: Aged in new charred oak, then finished in a second heavily toasted, lightly charred barrel
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Dark fruit, caramel, sharp honey, chocolate, marzipan, vanilla, hazelnut, apple, baking spice, espresso, long creamy finish
• Best With: Neat, over ice, or in a classic Manhattan or Old Fashioned
• Tasting Panel: 94 | Wine Enthusiast: 92 | Gold Medal — San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Expert Reviews

Tasting Panel — 94 Points
Offers deep amber color; toasty caramel nose; lush and buttery with flavors of toasted oak, caramel and chocolate. Smooth, elegant and complex.

Wine Enthusiast — 92 Points
After the usual aging time, this Bourbon is then moved to a heavily-toasted, lightly-charred barrel to extract additional oak flavor. The end result is deep amber in the glass, with bright spice cake and baked apple fragrance. On the palate, it’s lightly sweet at first, showing creamy caramel, but finishes dry, with touches of espresso, oak and baking chocolate. Overall, a bold, flavorful sipper.

The Manhattanite — Cocktail by Oscar Garcia

• 2oz Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
• 1oz La Copa Sweet Vermouth
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• 1 dash Reagan’s Orange Bitters
• Brandied cherries for garnish

Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe or serve on the rocks. Garnish with a skewer of brandied cherries.

Kentucky’s most richly layered bourbon — Woodford Reserve Double Oaked is the bottle you reach for when you want something truly exceptional.

Winemaker Description 

Made with yeast extracted from the Sanuki olive native to the region, this hyperlocal sake showcases the best of Kagawa in a one-of-a-kind bottling.

Juicy notes of musk melon, white flowers and green pear with hints of starfruit, grass and salinity.

Try with salad with carrot ginger dressing, coconut crab curry or spring pea & mint gazpacho. 

Our Professional Review

A unique expression of sake made with olive yeast.  Beautiful white fruits and floral notes backed by lovely herbal and savory notes.

Expert Review

F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating: 5 Stars/Highest Recommendation - "Extraordinary whiskey by any measure." - F. Paul Pacult

Sweet baby Jesus what is this? An extraordinary aromatic nose. The alcohol will sear your taste buds so add some ice. Spicy. Wild at heart – David Broom

Little Sumo Junmai Genshu — Hyogo Prefecture, Japan (200ml Cup)

Little Sumo is brewed in Hyogo Prefecture — Japan's most celebrated sake-producing region and home to the legendary Nada district, where the mineral-rich 'Miyamizu' spring water has been the foundation of Japan's finest sake for centuries. Miyamizu — literally 'shrine water' — is prized for its high mineral content, which promotes vigorous fermentation and produces sake of exceptional richness, structure, and depth. Little Sumo is a Junmai Genshu — a pure rice sake (no added alcohol) bottled undiluted at full fermentation strength, giving it a robust 18% ABV and a stout, rich character that packs an extraordinary amount of flavor into a small package. The rice is polished to 70%, retaining more of the grain's natural richness and contributing to the sake's full, textured mouthfeel. Fermented with proprietary yeast and Miyamizu spring water, it strikes a compelling balance between sweet and dry — fruity, nutty, and built for food.

The nose is inviting and expressive: aromas of melon and plum with a rich, generous character. On the palate, it is full-textured and layered — Asian pear, banana, and almonds, balanced between sweet and dry with a satisfying nuttiness on the finish. Stout, rich, and punchy — it truly packs a lot into a small package. Best served chilled at 45–50°F.

"Aromas of melon and plum, and rich texture with flavors of Asian pear, banana and almonds. Balanced between sweet and dry with elements of fruit and nuttiness. Packs a lot in a small package!" — Little Sumo, Producer

• Brewery: Little Sumo, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
• Classification: Junmai Genshu (undiluted, no added alcohol)
• Prefecture: Hyogo
• Rice: Polished to 70%
• Water: Miyamizu mineral-rich spring water
• Yeast: Proprietary
• Sake Meter Value: +6.0 (dry)
• Acidity: 1.4
• ABV: 18%
• Size: 200ml (cup)
• Tasting Notes: Melon, plum, Asian pear, banana, almonds, rich texture, sweet-dry balance, nutty finish
• Serve: Chilled (45–50°F)
• Best Paired With: Yakitori, Korean BBQ, fatty sashimi, gyoza, grilled meats, izakaya dishes

Hyogo's legendary Miyamizu water in a cup-size package — Little Sumo Junmai Genshu is rich, punchy, and one of the most fun sakes on the shelf.

Producer Description 

Aromas of prune brandy, bakery shop, honey, nuts, dried strawberry and dried orange peel. The palate is smooth, silky, pretty with good complexity. D&M Tasting Notes
Second Maturation in port barrels

Our malt mill, glistening copper mash tun and traditional wooden washbacks form part of a vigorous but carefully attended process. Our elegant copper pot stills distil and re-distil the richest spirit which is then filled into the finest casks and left patiently maturing in our warehouses. Nearly 70% of the flavour in whisky is derived from the cask it has been matured in. Wood’s important, which is why we adopt a ‘no compromise’ approach when choosing our world renowned sherry casks to enrich our whisky. Over the years of extended maturation, these carefully seasoned casks help create the unique richly sherried style that The GlenDronach is famous for.

Tis was just the season for fruit cake, boxes of citrus deliveries, and gift boxes filled with dried fruits and chocolates. To keep the flavor theme going, you can chase down a bottle of The GlenDronach Port Wood. The rich fruity notes and well-timed heat of this single malt delivers the Highland experience, taking you on a journey across the ocean, away from the land of whiskey, to the land of whisky. The Whiskey Wash

It was initially “matured in the distillery’s signature Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks, followed by a second maturation in some of the finest port pipes from the majestic Douro Valley in Portugal.” Non age statement. 

Producer Description 

After 14 years maturing in casks that previously held Bourbon, malt master Brian Kinsman finishes this Scotch Whisky in deep charred new American oak barrels from Kentucky for a rich, sweet and vibrant malt.

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | Aged 14 years in former Bourbon barrels, this is an amber-colored whisky that s scented with vanilla and peach. The palate is also peachy, highlighted by hints of almond, oak and sandalwood. The finish is drying and lightly spiced.

Warehouse stored item - three to five business days to fulfill. 

Finished in tequila casks this unique expression combines classic Islay peat flavor with sweet and citrusy agave notes. The palate is perfectly balanced with smoke and chewy meringue. While the finish is long with gentle heat, spice, and sweet citrus.

Producer Description 

Every last drop of this spectacular Scotch is triple distilled then matured for over twelve years. Our Lowland Single Malt Whisky has the tempting aroma of toasted almonds, caramelised toffee and the signature smooth delicate Auchentoshan taste.

An intriguing 12 year old whisky that’s Distilled Different.

Dalwhinnie 15 Year Old — The Gentle Spirit of the Highlands

Nestled in the Cairngorm Mountains at one of Scotland’s highest and most remote distilleries, Dalwhinnie produces whisky shaped by its environment — cold, clean air, pure Highland water, and the slow patience of time. The 15 Year Old is the distillery’s signature expression, and a benchmark for approachable Highland single malt.

The nose opens with heather honey, sweet peat smoke, and a delicate waft of beeswax — complex yet inviting. On the palate, flavors of warm honey, soft vanilla, and a whisper of citrus fruit unfold with a gentle smokiness that lingers into a long, smooth finish.

• Distillery: Dalwhinnie, Scottish Highlands
• Age: 15 Years
• Size: 750ml
• ABV: 43%
• Tasting Notes: Heather honey, sweet peat smoke, beeswax, vanilla, citrus
• Style: Light, elegant Highland single malt

Best enjoyed neat or with a small drop of water to open up the aromatics. An ideal introduction to Highland Scotch — and a bottle that rewards every return visit.

George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon — Buffalo Trace Distillery, 2024 Release

George T. Stagg is the crown jewel of Buffalo Trace's Antique Collection — a barrel-proof, unfiltered Kentucky Straight Bourbon that has become one of the most coveted whiskeys in the world. The 2024 release is bottled at a thunderous 136.1 proof from barrels aged over 15 years and two months, drawing on the full depth and concentration that only extended aging in the Kentucky climate can produce. First released in 2002 to meet demand for well-aged, full-strength whiskey, Stagg has since become a benchmark for American bourbon at its most powerful and complex.

The nose is an opulent wave of dark caramel, vanilla, dark cherry, and toasted oak, with hints of espresso and dark chocolate emerging with time. On the palate, the entry is bold and warming — layers of rich toffee, dried fruit, leather, and baking spice unfold with remarkable structure for a whiskey of this proof. The finish is extraordinarily long, with lingering oak, vanilla, and a slow-building heat that rewards patience. Add a few drops of water to open up even greater complexity.

2024 International Whisky Competition — First Place across multiple categories. One of the most decorated bourbons in American whiskey history.

• Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky, USA
• Expression: George T. Stagg Antique Collection 2024 Release
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• ABV: 68.05% (136.1 Proof)
• Age: 15+ years
• Size: 750ml
• Finish: Unfiltered, barrel proof
• Tasting Notes: Dark caramel, vanilla, dark cherry, espresso, toasted oak, leather, baking spice
• Serve: Neat or with a few drops of water to open complexity
• Best Paired With: Dark chocolate, smoked meats, aged cheddar, pecan pie

The 2024 George T. Stagg is a once-a-year opportunity to own one of America's greatest bourbons — raw, powerful, and utterly unforgettable.

Brooklyn craft meets heirloom agriculture — Widow Jane Baby Jane is one of the most distinctive bourbons in America, built around a proprietary heirloom corn variety developed exclusively by the Widow Jane team. Years in the making, the corn was grown from hand-selected kernels, harvested, then mashed, fermented, and distilled at Widow Jane’s Red Hook, Brooklyn distillery and in Kentucky. Aged in new charred American oak, proofed with mineral water drawn from the legendary Rosendale mines of New York, and bottled non-chill filtered in true small-batch fashion — just a few barrels at a time, hand-assembled in Brooklyn.

The heirloom corn delivers something genuinely different: a depth, natural sweetness, and creamy spiciness that mass-market bourbons simply can’t replicate. Rich and layered on the nose, with a palate that balances sweet corn character, warm oak, and a subtle mineral quality from the Rosendale water. The finish is long, smooth, and satisfying at 91 proof.

Producer Description

Baby Jane is a bourbon whiskey made from Widow Jane’s own unique heirloom corn. This unique corn has depth, sweetness and creamy-spiciness that makes Baby Jane Bourbon truly different. Distilled by Widow Jane Distillery in Red Hook, Brooklyn and in Kentucky. True small batch bourbon; hand-assembled in Brooklyn, blended only a few barrels at a time. Non-chill filtered and proofed with mineral water from the legendary Rosendale mines of New York.

• Producer: Widow Jane Distillery, Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY
• Style: Blend of Straight Bourbon Whiskeys
• Mash Bill: Proprietary Heirloom Corn (Baby Jane variety)
• ABV: 45.5% (91 Proof)
• Format: 750ml
• Kosher: Yes
• Serve: Neat or with a single large ice cube to open up the corn sweetness

Producer Description 

Released in 2023, the Wild Turkey Master's Keep Voyage Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the latest edition to the coveted Master's Keep series. This premium 106-proof (53% ABV) iteration is a collaborative bottling between two Campari powerhouses - Master Distiller Eddie Russel and Appleton Estate Master Blender Joy Spence.

Master's Keep Voyage is said to be a 10 year old Kentucky bourbon whiskey finished for at least five weeks in hand-selected Appleton Estate ex-rum casks - casks which previously housed 14 year old pot still Jamaican rum. Offered in curated quantities, expect a nose of island fruits, citrus, and oak coated in molasses. The palate explores hints of caramel, brown sugar, and trails of warm spice. A beautifully crafted whiskey full of exotic flavors weaving into a sweet, medium-long finish, Master's Keep Voyage Bourbon is a tropical island in a bottle!

Producer Description 

Created with roasted black malt, roasted to the extreme, this spirit is all about what happens up front – centre stage. The malt is what defines its distinctive profile. Described as tasting like ‘biting on a spiky ball’, Ardcore is a dram that wears its heart on its sleeve… its black heart! 

Producer Description 

Imagining the ultimate single malt whisky for mixing, we worked with top bartenders to craft a sweeter and richer Glenmorangie, perfect for enjoying in all manner of drinks.

To achieve our whisky’s wondrous cascade of taste, we draw on our epic array of casks. And so our freewheeling single malt comes to life, with swirling aromas of pear and vanilla setting the stage for rich orange sherbet and fudge. X by Glenmorangie is wonderful mixed with any flavour you choose (and as you’d expect, it is also delicious neat.

Producer Description 

Exemplifying our family’s tradition of innovation, our 15 Year Old expression is created using a technique pioneered by our Malt Master and its warm, spicy flavours are transformed with the alchemy of the Solera Vat.

Aged in European oak sherry casks and new oak casks, the whisky is mellowed in our unique Solera Vat, a large oak tun inspired by the sherry bodegas of Spain and Portugal. Never emptied, and kept half full of whiskies since 1998, our Solera Vat is the culmination of curious minds and the pioneering spirit of our family. It’s also the secret behind this whisky becoming the first 15 year old expression to enter the top ten best selling single malts. 

Producer Description 

Bottled Summer 2019 at 112.1 proof. Aged at least 6 years in new, charred oak barrels.

• Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey distilled in Indiana (MGP) and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky, by Proof and Wood
• Mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barlels
• Small batch, blended from approximately 10–20 barrels
• Lemon meringue on the nose with a lively palate of Red Hots and lemon zest with light tobacco and citrus on the finish. 

Distilled in Indiana from the same mash bill as Proof and Wood’s Roulette Rye, this barrel proof expression shows a compelling new side to the distillate’s personality

Producer Description 

Introducing Ardbeg Heavy Vapours 2023 Committee Release Single Malt Scotch, a limited edition expression that pushes the boundaries of peat intensity and flavor exploration. Crafted exclusively for the esteemed Ardbeg Committee, this whisky is a testament to the daring spirit and unwavering commitment to excellence that defines the Ardbeg Distillery.

From the moment the bottle is uncorked, the room fills with an intense and captivating aroma that transports you to the rugged shores of Islay. Ardbeg Heavy Vapours immediately captivates the senses with a mesmerizing fusion of peat smoke, brine, and earthy undertones. This whisky is a true embodiment of Islay's rich and robust whisky heritage.

With each sip, you embark on a journey of extraordinary flavors. The palate is embraced by an avalanche of peat smoke, enveloping the taste buds with a distinctive, powerful, and unmistakable smokiness. As the smoke subsides, a remarkable complexity unfolds, revealing layers of maritime influences, charred oak, and hints of black pepper and citrus zest. The whisky's full-bodied and velvety texture leaves a lasting impression, creating an unforgettable tasting experience.

Ardbeg Heavy Vapours 2023 Committee Release Single Malt Scotch is a tribute to the skilled craftsmanship and time-honored traditions of the Ardbeg Distillery. Every aspect of its production, from the malting of the barley to the meticulous aging in oak casks, is carried out with unwavering precision and dedication.

Producer Description 

Whistle Pig The Boss Hog IX Sirens Song Straight Rye Whiskey is finished in Greek fig nectar and scratch Ventura barrels. Hand bottled on the WhistlePig Farm. Brand new and extremely limited. 

Matured exclusively in hand selected American oak ex-bourbon barrels.

Tomintoul 10 Years Old is a delicate well-balanced single malt.Gentle and smooth with a medium body, Tomintoul 10 Year Old is a lovely expression from Speyside, Scotland.

This has some barley, sugar, vanilla, malt and coffee on the nose with a hint of oak. The palate is made up of toasted cereal, honey, barley sugar, malt and some sweet vanilla.

A fan favourite in the Tomintoul range, our 10 Years Old has been awarded gold medals for its taste by  some of the most prestigious spirits competitions in the world

Frank August was founded in Lexington, Kentucky with a singular ambition: to make a bourbon that earns its price through craft rather than hype. Named for the month of harvest — when the grain that will become the whiskey is at its peak — the brand takes its cues from the gentlemen distillers of the Bluegrass State’s golden age. The Small Batch is their flagship expression: a high-corn mash bill distilled in Kentucky and aged in new charred American oak, then blended in small batches for consistency and character. At 100 proof, it is bottled with enough backbone to hold its own neat, on the rocks, or in a classic cocktail.

Rich auburn in the glass with full, slow legs. The nose is immediately inviting — caramel, vanilla, warm oak, and mild baking spices that settle the senses before the first sip. On the palate, those caramel and vanilla notes arrive first, then cinnamon and rye bread spice build toward the middle as brown sugar and malt sweetness emerge on the back of the tongue. At 100 proof the heat is present but perfectly balanced — warming without burning. The finish is medium-long and satisfying, with lingering vanilla, oak, and baking spice that make the second pour inevitable.

“Opens with hints of caramel and vanilla balanced with warm oak and mild baking spices… a perfect balance of heat and smoothness at 100 proof.” — Frank August

• Producer: Frank August, Lexington, Kentucky, USA
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Small Batch
• Region: Bardstown, Kentucky
• Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
• Aging: New charred American oak barrels
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Caramel, vanilla, cinnamon, rye bread spice, brown sugar, malt, warm oak, baking spice
• Finish: Medium-long, vanilla & oak with baking spice
• Serve: Neat, on the rocks, Old Fashioned, Manhattan

Bluegrass craft at 100 proof — Frank August Small Batch is Kentucky bourbon made with the patience to get it right.