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Widow Jane offers up an infinitely approachable bourbon with their latest 10-year. Built around a host of confectionary characters with creme brûlée and graham crust stepping forward. On the palate, the central star is the texture - round and creamy with a light spiciness. Built for sipping, but also well-proofed for cocktails.

This first bourbon from Frey Ranch is a very pleasant introduction. It's a fairly light-bodied bourbon, nicely balanced with vanilla, orange peel, and honey, leading to a slightly nutty finish; a worthwhile selection for casual sipping.

Peanut brittle leaps out on the nose, alongside dense chocolate fudge and a background of baking spices. On the palate you'll find spearmint and Red Hots show first, followed by saltwater taffy and graham crackers. Though not flashing much heat, the finish still offers the length you'd expect at this proof, showcasing menthol, cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, and tannic oak balanced out with vanilla bean.

A subtle and smooth whiskey on all fronts. At the edge of the glass, sweet corn and vanilla nudge forward with dried dill adding some accent. Flavors of sugar cookie and graham and tucked into a fairly gently structure with light hints of rye along the way.

Coldfoot Ed. 1 definitely calls out for a cold night in the great outdoors. Aromas of savory stewed fruit and earthy mushrooms are densely packed together in the nose. A heavy, broth-y waft sets a dense backdrop as the spirit opens up. The palate opens with a dry crack of sage and apple followed by more heavy umami flavors. The finish is a bit tannic, like black walnut, but overall a very adventurous single malt.

An exciting expression from the Glentauchers' vault. Each flavor and aroma rings through with clarity, while still hanging on to a distinctive quirkiness. Crisp apple peel comes beaming out from a cloud of waxy and light sulfur aromas. On first sip, it's all honey, fruit, and floral notes in a gentle, oily texture. White pepper hits on the edges to create a nice balance.

Elijah Craig's Barrel Proof batches have showcased the variety and complexity of flavors Heaven Hill has created within their warehouses. A120 shows a nice mix of peach, heavily roasted hazelnut, and rustic bread on the nose. On the palate, the alcohol is present in the pronounces chili spice, but gives way to a creamy caramel and stewed apricot flavor. Water is recommended and helps to open up a nice viscosity in the whiskey.