BOURBON
Woodinville Bourbon: 8.3/10
I like to put my wood in______ (finish that sentence…or not!)
Either way…this Woodinville Bourbon is fuckin delicious and can be found usually for about $35ish almost everywhere here in Vegas and back in the Bay Area.
It’s gaining popularity quick so hop on that Wood ASAP!!!
Nose: vanilla, bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon
Palate: brown sugar, caramel, oak, cinnamon toast crunch
Finish: Med, caramel, cinnamon dolce latte from Starbucks
Woodinville Bourbon: 8.3/10
I like to put my wood in______ (finish that sentence…or not!)
Either way…this Woodinville Bourbon is fuckin delicious and can be found usually for about $35ish almost everywhere here in Vegas and back in the Bay Area.
It’s gaining popularity quick so hop on that Wood ASAP!!!
Nose: vanilla, bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon
Palate: brown sugar, caramel, oak, cinnamon toast crunch
Finish: Med, caramel, cinnamon dolce latte from Starbucks
George T. Stagg: 8.6/10
Finally got to try this beast!
It was a delicious punch in the throat…
Unfortunately at its price point on the secondary market (at $450+) its more like a kick in the NUTS!!!
Worth a try? YES
Worth the bottle? Nahhh….
(Again, just my humble opinion, so every calm the fuck down!)
Nose: vanilla, orange, citrus, caramel
Palate: butterscotch, peppery spice, cloves, cinnamon
Finish: Long, spicy, nutmeg, very dry finish
Michter's Single Barrel 10 yr Bourbon: 9.3/10
Holy shit this is delicious!!!
Sucks that it’s about at least $150 if you’re lucky cuz I’ve seen it for as high as $300!
Fuck all THAT noise!
but damn, it you can find it for a good price, snatch that shit up ASAP and go git u some!!!
Nose: vanilla, oak, caramel, apple
Palate: cinnamon, butterd toast, butterscotch, banana pudding
Finish: Long, toffee covered almonds, light spice
Michter's Single Barrel 10 yr Bourbon: 9.3/10
Holy shit this is delicious!!!
Sucks that it’s about at least $150 if you’re lucky cuz I’ve seen it for as high as $300!
Fuck all THAT noise!
but damn, it you can find it for a good price, snatch that shit up ASAP and go git u some!!!
Nose: vanilla, oak, caramel, apple
Palate: cinnamon, butterd toast, butterscotch, banana pudding
Finish: Long, toffee covered almonds, light spice
Four Roses Small Batch Select: 8.1/10
I seeee yoouuuu!!! I didnt even know this was available in the Bay Area yet. It was such a nice surprise to see it out in the hunt. They go for a little over $50 each so of course I had to grab 2, but still not sure if it was worth the price point especially since there are a lot of other good/similar bourbons out there. But I guess it’s your decision!
Nose: Banana nut bread, vanilla, oak
Palate: spice, caramelized banana, wood
Finish: Long, lingering peppery spice, burnt caramel, little bitter backend
1792 Full Proof: 8.3/10
On a Flashback Friday Full of Faith I Finally Found this Fantastic Find From a Far Fabulous Facility Featuring this Flaming Fire:
Full Proof
I Plan to Pick a Picture Perfect Pair of Pals at a Particular Peaceful Pub to Participate in Partial Pours and Prepare our Palates to Possibly Pay a Price from a Pour that Packs a Punch…Peace!
Nose: oak, caramel, lemon, cinnamon toast crunch
Palate: peppery spice, caramel chews, vanilla, oak
Finish: Long, cinnabon, cardamom, big red chew
1792 Full Proof: 8.3/10
On a Flashback Friday Full of Faith I Finally Found this Fantastic Find From a Far Fabulous Facility Featuring this Flaming Fire:
Full Proof
I Plan to Pick a Picture Perfect Pair of Pals at a Particular Peaceful Pub to Participate in Partial Pours and Prepare our Palates to Possibly Pay a Price from a Pour that Packs a Punch…Peace!
Nose: oak, caramel, lemon, cinnamon toast crunch
Palate: peppery spice, caramel chews, vanilla, oak
Finish: Long, cinnabon, cardamom, big red chew
Old Forester: 1920 Prohibition Style: 8.1/10
Alright, alright alriiiight!!! This was came highly recommended so I had to grab me a bottle…I mean, why the fuck not??? Like some people say, if you don’t like it, there will always be someone out there who will take it off your hands! True, true…one man’s trash is another man’s treasure…but after tasting this bad boy…DAYUM!!! This one’s a keeper!! I mean , I am always willing to trade a sample or share with friends…Cuz it’s all about sharing, and giving and receiving and the more you give and share the more you receive and the more you receive and give and share…
Nose: oak, burnt caramel, banana bread, vanilla
Palate: oily mouthfeel, sweet, vanilla bean, almonds, toffee, light oak
Finish: Long,peppery spice, caramel
Henry McKenna: 8.2/10
Oh Henry where art thou!?! After Henry McKenna won the award for best single barrel bourbon at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirit Competition, this fucker has been harder to find than my morals at a strip club! Oh, but it was worth it…and again for only about $30!! Definitely worth it, IF you can find it…
Nose: Vanilla, toffee, citrus, grapes
Palate: Grapefruit, caramel, vanilla, bananas
Finish: Long, spice, caramel, pepper
Henry McKenna: 8.2/10
Oh Henry where art thou!?! After Henry McKenna won the award for best single barrel bourbon at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirit Competition, this fucker has been harder to find than my morals at a strip club! Oh, but it was worth it…and again for only about $30!! Definitely worth it, IF you can find it…
Nose: Vanilla, toffee, citrus, grapes
Palate: Grapefruit, caramel, vanilla, bananas
Finish: Long, spice, caramel, pepper
Whistle Pig 15 yr Vermont Oak: 7.4/10
RYE had a little bit of this Whistle Pig Straight RYE over the fantasy football draft weekend…Now, RYEm not a huge fan of RYE, but the gRYE who brought it was and got pissed!
So RYE asked him, RYE are yuou so angRYE with me??? He began to cRYE and left without saying goodbRYE, got into his car and began to dRYEve …
Nose: oak, caramel, toffee, banana
Palate: spice, peppers, vanilla, graham crackers
Finish: Long, oak, spice, chocolate, rye
Weller Special Reserve: 7.5/10
Well, well, well…heller Weller!!! Popped my Weller cherry and finally got my first bottle. There’s always a first time for eveything right??? First kiss, first car, first time you get drunk and wake up half naked on a bus spooning with an old lady headed towards Mexico…Wait, is that just ME? Well, last week WAS pretty crazy…
Nose: Vanilla, oak, toast, burnt caramel
Palate: caramel, cinnamon, cardamom, spicy, black licorice
Finish: Long, black licorice, caramel
Weller Special Reserve: 7.5/10
Well, well, well…heller Weller!!! Popped my Weller cherry and finally got my first bottle. There’s always a first time for eveything right??? First kiss, first car, first time you get drunk and wake up half naked on a bus spooning with an old lady headed towards Mexico…Wait, is that just ME? Well, last week WAS pretty crazy…
Nose: Vanilla, oak, toast, burnt caramel
Palate: caramel, cinnamon, cardamom, spicy, black licorice
Finish: Long, black licorice, caramel
Angel's Envy: 10/10
This was the first whiskey when I started that I actually gave a 10/10. Easy to drink, good transitional whiskey, not the typical burn your face off/punch you in the throat feel you’d get from a shittier bourbon, but has a great flavor which is really enjoyable. It’s a great daily drinker but also a go to at a bar if they have it. Because it’s a bourbon its relatively on the more affordable side vs any single malt scotch and if you’re lucky you can find it for around $40. I say, just go out and grab a bottle to keep at home just cuz it’s THAT fuckin good!!! To get this shit delivered fast right to you hit up saucey.com/angelsenvy cuz they got some gud shit that they can deliver straight to yo house!
Nose: vanilla, raisins, toffee
Palate: maple syrup, vanilla, toffee, toast
Finish: medium, sweet, vanilla, DE-LI-CIOUS!!!
Old Forester 1870: 5/10
20 bucks…that’s why I gave this a shot…20 bucks…and well…meeehhh…it was…drinkable. It’ll probably be good to mix because I definitely did not enjoy any of this, but at least it didn’t make me want to start a fire in the forest. There are better options out there for $20 like Buffalo Trace or Glen Moray (see Scotch Menu) that you can actually enjoy neat…soooo don’t settle guys…don’t be like me…I’ll do all the dirty work for you cuz I care…I’m THAT kinda guy…you are welcome society!
Nose: fruit, vanilla, toffee, oak
Palate: sweet, vanilla, citrus
Finish: short, spice, toffee, fruit, bitter backend
Old Forester 1870: 5/10
20 bucks…that’s why I gave this a shot…20 bucks…and well…meeehhh…it was…drinkable. It’ll probably be good to mix because I definitely did not enjoy any of this, but at least it didn’t make me want to start a fire in the forest. There are better options out there for $20 like Buffalo Trace or Glen Moray (see Scotch Menu) that you can actually enjoy neat…soooo don’t settle guys…don’t be like me…I’ll do all the dirty work for you cuz I care…I’m THAT kinda guy…you are welcome society!
Nose: fruit, vanilla, toffee, oak
Palate: sweet, vanilla, citrus
Finish: short, spice, toffee, fruit, bitter backend
Quick Hitter
Had a little tasting with some buddies over the weekend. Here’s the full line up…and for the detailed scotch reviews and JAWS rating hit the button below! To get any of these whiskies delivered straight to yo house fast, check out: saucey.com/quickhitters.
Four Roses Single Barrel: 7.8/10
Nose: vanilla, apples, maple, spice
Palate: oak, sweet, vanilla, plums
Finish: Long, maple, cheese danish, fruit
Knob Creek: 6.2/10
Nose: oak, spice, sweet, caramel
Palate: pepper, caramel, spicy, wood
Finish: long, spice, pepper, caramel
2 for 1
Balcones Single Malt Whiskey: 8.8/10
Whistle Pig 13 yr Boss Hog: 8.1/10
These 2 were provided by a friend’s BF which was a really nice gesture on his part. I’ve never heard of Blacones, but I was pleasantly surprised. Whistle Pig Boss Hog on the other hand, I have heard of and was a little disappointed. I know that the price point for the Boss Hog can get a little up there around the 2-3 hundred zone and I was expecting more I guess, but at least I didn’t have to shell out a grip for an ounce at a bar or invest all that in a bottle.
Balcones:
Nose: banana bread, vanilla
Palate: caramel, butterscotch, oak, apples
Finish: medium, vanilla, toffee, banana
Whistle Pig:
Nose: spice, clove, vanilla, oak
Palate: spice, cinnamon, cantaloupe
Finish: long, pepper, spice, oak
2 for 1
Balcones Single Malt Whiskey: 8.8/10
Whistle Pig 13 yr Boss Hog: 8.1/10
These 2 were provided by a friend’s BF which was a really nice gesture on his part. I’ve never heard of Blacones, but I was pleasantly surprised. Whistle Pig Boss Hog on the other hand, I have heard of and was a little disappointed. I know that the price point for the Boss Hog can get a little up there around the 2-3 hundred zone and I was expecting more I guess, but at least I didn’t have to shell out a grip for an ounce at a bar or invest all that in a bottle.
Balcones:
Nose: banana bread, vanilla
Palate: caramel, butterscotch, oak, apples
Finish: medium, vanilla, toffee, banana
Whistle Pig:
Nose: spice, clove, vanilla, oak
Palate: spice, cinnamon, cantaloupe
Finish: long, pepper, spice, oak
Bulleit: 6/10
A very popular go-to for a lot of people I’ve talked to, I can see why. It’s widely available at almost every bar and its pretty damn cheap for a bottle (I’ve seen it for $15 once) But unfortunately, I’d rather enjoy this in a mixed drink with coke or in an old fashoin. I would actually recommend that when you do ask for a Manhattan you should ask specifically for Bulleit because it makes it better versus a bottom shelf bourbon they might throw into your drink. (just sayin…) To get this bourbon delivered straight to yo house hit up: saucey.com/bulleit
Nose: vanilla, caramel, citrus, oak
Palate: caramel, oak, vanilla, spice
Finish: long, woody, spicy, caramel
Basil Hayden: 8/10
I didn’t know what I was getting into when I tried this, I’ve never heard of it or seen it before, but I decided to give it a go at a local bar because of its decent price point. I was pleasantly surprised about all the flavor this had. A little more than I expected and it kinda punched me in the mouth. Definitely not a dram for someone who’s never-ever had bourbon before, but there is definitely a lot of good flavor if you can get passed the burn. Get this bourbon delivered straight to yo house! Hit up saucey.com/basilhayden
Nose: rye, peppery, citrus, licorice
Palate: butterscotch, lemon zest, citrus, vanilla
Finish: short, spicy, vanilla, oak, brown sugar
Basil Hayden: 8/10
I didn’t know what I was getting into when I tried this, I’ve never heard of it or seen it before, but I decided to give it a go at a local bar because of its decent price point. I was pleasantly surprised about all the flavor this had. A little more than I expected and it kinda punched me in the mouth. Definitely not a dram for someone who’s never-ever had bourbon before, but there is definitely a lot of good flavor if you can get passed the burn. Get this bourbon delivered straight to yo house! Hit up saucey.com/basilhayden
Nose: rye, peppery, citrus, licorice
Palate: butterscotch, lemon zest, citrus, vanilla
Finish: short, spicy, vanilla, oak, brown sugar
1792 Small Batch: 7.5/10
You can find this little gem at almost any local liquor store and it’s a great value for the price for around $30-$35. Surprisingly well balanced with easy to drink for a noob who is still transitioning over from maybe a cognac or brandy background and not as much as a punch in the face as a scotch. Click the link to get this delivered straight to yo house! saucey.com/1792
Nose: vanilla, grapes, butterscotch, oak
Palate: citrus, orange peels, toffee, wood
Finish: long, spice, vanilla, orange
Eagle Rare: 8.3/10
Definitely a bourbon that you have to get used to due to the higher proof at (90 proof); however, once you can get passed the ethanol burn it is a very enjoyable bourbon with a lot of good flavor. You’re definitely going to have to let this one breathe once in your glass and it may be a little too strong for your first bourbon to try. Definitely a punch in the face for a noob. Want this shit delivered straight to yo house?? Click the link to get this asap!! saucey.com/eaglerare
Nose: spicy, orange peels, cinnamon, oak
Palate: citrus, spice, nutmeg, toffee, wood
Finish: long, spicy, orange, vanilla, honey
Eagle Rare: 8.3/10
Definitely a bourbon that you have to get used to due to the higher proof at (90 proof); however, once you can get passed the ethanol burn it is a very enjoyable bourbon with a lot of good flavor. You’re definitely going to have to let this one breathe once in your glass and it may be a little too strong for your first bourbon to try. Definitely a punch in the face for a noob. Want this shit delivered straight to yo house?? Click the link to get this asap!! saucey.com/eaglerare
Nose: spicy, orange peels, cinnamon, oak
Palate: citrus, spice, nutmeg, toffee, wood
Finish: long, spicy, orange, vanilla, honey
Blantons: 8.3/10
If you want a good bourbon whiskey and want to impress someone at the same time, you order this shit from a decent bar. First of all the bottle looks all fancy-schmancy, plus, it tastes pretty damn good too!!! It’s a little pricier than a typical bottom shelf whiskey like a Bulleit or JD, but it’s well worth it. You will not be disappointed…pinkys up!!! To get this shit delivered to yo fancy ass, click the link: saucey.com/blantons
Nose: vanilla, honey, orange, floral notes
Palate: buttery texture, vanilla, honey, zesty
Finish: long, oily, toffee, citrus
Buffalo Trace: 7.5/10
20 bucks…seriously…20 bucks more or less and damn this shit is pretty good. I mean, c’mon! It’s good for mixing into an old fashion, it’s good on rocks and it’s good neat!!! Again…I emphasize GOOD, not great…even if it wasn’t at this price point the JAWS rating would still be the same…I NEVER take price point into account when rating my whiskies, but a 7.5/10 for $20??? why the fuck not! give it a try! This goes to show that just because its cheap, it doesn’t mean its shitty and just because it’s expensive, it doesn’t mean it’s good…so get this awesome valued bourbon delivered straight to yo house asap by clicking the link: saucey.com/buffalotrace
Nose: toffee, cinnamon, oak, honey, spice
Palate: oak, brown sugar, toffee, apples, light spice
Finish: long, sweet, toffee all the way through, light spice, very enjoyable
Buffalo Trace: 7.5/10
20 bucks…seriously…20 bucks more or less and damn this shit is pretty good. I mean, c’mon! It’s good for mixing into an old fashion, it’s good on rocks and it’s good neat!!! Again…I emphasize GOOD, not great…even if it wasn’t at this price point the JAWS rating would still be the same…I NEVER take price point into account when rating my whiskies, but a 7.5/10 for $20??? why the fuck not! give it a try! This goes to show that just because its cheap, it doesn’t mean its shitty and just because it’s expensive, it doesn’t mean it’s good…so get this awesome valued bourbon delivered straight to yo house asap by clicking the link: saucey.com/buffalotrace
Nose: toffee, cinnamon, oak, honey, spice
Palate: oak, brown sugar, toffee, apples, light spice
Finish: long, sweet, toffee all the way through, light spice, very enjoyable
Rebel Yell: 7.5/10
$10 for this screamin little bad boy right here…Even if you didn’t like it, I mean…$10…cmon! You’d probably spend that much on lunch for a sandwhich and some chips…why not spend it on a bottle!?!? For the price, definitely worth it because you know there’s a lot shittier for a lot cheaper. So keep ballin on a budget my noobs! So get this little guy delivered to u asap and hit up the link: saucey.com/rebelyell
Nose: vanilla, bananas, apples, caramel
Palate: sweet, bananas, vanilla, citrus
Finish: short, sweet, more vanilla and caramel
Widow Jane
Heard of it, never went out of my way to buy/try it so luckily it was available at whiskies of the world and good thing it was there and I actually didn’t waste my money on this…It was very mehhh…there were 4 to try, but I was only able to stomach 2 of them…I didnt wanna waste anymore time, so dont waste your time/money on this…there’s so much more out there…
10 year Single Barrel: JAWS rating: 6/10
American Oak: JAWS rating: 6.2/10
Widow Jane
Heard of it, never went out of my way to buy/try it so luckily it was available at whiskies of the world and good thing it was there and I actually didn’t waste my money on this…It was very mehhh…there were 4 to try, but I was only able to stomach 2 of them…I didnt wanna waste anymore time, so dont waste your time/money on this…there’s so much more out there…
10 year Single Barrel: JAWS rating: 6/10
American Oak: JAWS rating: 6.2/10
Balcones
I was suuuuper excited to get to this booth at WOW(whiskies of the world) because the single malt was so damn good, but fuck!!! So disappointed in the other offerings that were available…I mean, how the hell can they make such a good flagship whiskey and the rest just taste like shit!??! Oh well, live and learn and completely avoid the rest of the Balcones line up..
Baby Blue: JAWS rating: 4.5/10
Rumble: JAWS rating: 3/10
Old Potrero
Made locally, so I wasnt expecting too much which was good, cuz it wasnt shit! 4 offerings, but again, I was only able to tolerate 2 before I moved on and even still…I felt like I wasted my time…dont waste yours!!!
18th Century Style: JAWS rating: 5/10
Cask Finished: Port: JAWS rating: 2/10
Old Potrero
Made locally, so I wasnt expecting too much which was good, cuz it wasnt shit! 4 offerings, but again, I was only able to tolerate 2 before I moved on and even still…I felt like I wasted my time…dont waste yours!!!
18th Century Style: JAWS rating: 5/10
Cask Finished: Port: JAWS rating: 2/10
Amador
Holy muthafuckin disgustingness shit shit shit grossness foul vomit worthy shouldnt be called whiskey!!! What in the shit is this whiskey’s problem??? Do I owe it money? Did I do it wrong in another life??? It’s like it shat in my mouth and made me chew and swallow it!!! Ok, Ok…sorry but damn…I’ve tried some bad shit, but I’ve NEVER EVER given out a 0/10 rating…until NOW!!! Avoid this bottle, or buy it and pour it down the drain to protect others!!! Just DO NOT drink this garbage!!! that is all…but if u just dont wanna take my advice or u like to torture yourself or maybe u wanna buy this for someone u hate, u can get actual shit delivered to u by clicking the link: saucey.com/amador
Double Barrel Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey: JAWS rating: 0/10
BIG FAT ZEERRROOOO!!!!!
Jefferson's Reserve: 7.3/10
Fancy ass packaging on this one makes you think it’s hella expensive, but low and behold…it’s only $35 bucks in the Bay Area!! Not bad for a decent bourbon. Now, of course, this is their flagship stuff…I’ve seen their other offerings in the hundreds, but I ain’t fuckin wit that anytime soon…and if I do Ill let you guys know…but dont hold your breath!! To get the 3rd president (bet u didnt know he was the 3rd president, U JUST learned something…ur welcome!) delivered to yo house, click the link: saucey.com/jeffersonsreserve
Nose: spice, vanilla, dried fruit
Palate: orange zest, oak, toffee, red Washington apples
Finish: long, light spice, cinnamon, caramel
Jefferson's Reserve: 7.3/10
Fancy ass packaging on this one makes you think it’s hella expensive, but low and behold…it’s only $35 bucks in the Bay Area!! Not bad for a decent bourbon. Now, of course, this is their flagship stuff…I’ve seen their other offerings in the hundreds, but I ain’t fuckin wit that anytime soon…and if I do Ill let you guys know…but dont hold your breath!! To get the 3rd president (bet u didnt know he was the 3rd president, U JUST learned something…ur welcome!) delivered to yo house, click the link: saucey.com/jeffersonsreserve
Nose: spice, vanilla, dried fruit
Palate: orange zest, oak, toffee, red Washington apples
Finish: long, light spice, cinnamon, caramel
Stagg Jr: 7.5/10
Here’s a nice little punch in the throat for you! This shit’s about 130 proof (depending on the bottling) which you can even sense in the nose. You can feel this all the way down to your stomach just burnin holes and shit, but it is pretty damn tasty. Not really a bourbon for those who can’t handle a really strong burn from such a high proof whiskey, but it’s sure fun to try! soooo give it a go!!!
Nose: oak, vanilla, caramel
Palate: spice, butterscotch, Big Red gum
Finish: Long, cinnamon, spicy, nice long burn