Bonus Post - Mini Review - Knob Creek Single Barrel

Welcome to the mini review for Know Creek Single Barrel. I was given two ounces by friend of the site, Ashwin!

Manufacturer: Beam Suntory (Jim Beam)

Age: 12 years, 3 months, 3 days

Mash Bill: Unknown (however, most Knob Creek are 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% barley)

Alcohol: 60%

Bonus Post - Maker's Mark Distillery Tour

Welcome to the second distillery tour bonus post. Our first looked at Woodford Reserve. Today I'm focusing on the stunning Maker's Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky where you can see how the bourbon is made and even dip your own bottle of Maker's Mark.

Some of the takeaways from this tour were that the Maker's Mark grounds are absolutely beautiful. This was by far the most picturesque of the distilleries that I have been to. Also, seeing how each bottle was hand dipped and having the chance to dip your own is a must do.

Evan Williams 1783 Small Batch Review

Welcome to the review for Evan Williams 1783

Manufacturer: Heaven Hill

Age: Unknown

Location Produced: Bardstown, Kentucky

Mash Bill: Unknown

Aroma (from manufacturer): Oaky vanilla, sautéed butter, and sweet corn

Taste (from manufacturer): Semi-sweet, oaky, and honeyed

Finish (from manufacturer): Lean, off-dry, and regal

Alcohol: 43%

Who is this for?: People looking for a cheaper, yet decent bourbon. I would recommend for mixing, infusions, as well as drinking on the rocks.

Cost (Ohio): $18.99



Review: Taste - As always, we'll start with the taste. For a $19 dollar bottle, this has a decent amount of flavor. I did get the flavor of the oak, however, I didn't get any honey. Surprisingly, it goes down pretty well for a bourbon this cheap. Score 26 out of 35

Smoothness/Finish - This one lingers a bit. It's funny that Heaven Hill says that the finish is 'regal'. My first car when I turned 16 was a 1984 Buick Regal (Olympic edition). What made this car unique is that

Bonus Post - Apple Cinnamon Infused Bulleit

Welcome to the instructions and review for our first infusion. For this one I want to do something different and fun so I am creating a cinnamon/granny smith infused Bulleit Rye. This is something anyone can do to add variety and excitement for their bourbon and makes a wonderful autumn drink.

Ingredients:

• 750ml of Bulleit Rye (or a bourbon of your choice. I recommend something on the cheaper end because it will inherit the taste of the ingredients)
• 1 or 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 granny smith apples
• 1 large mason jar
• Cheesecloth or strainer