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The inaugural 2025 batch of Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon is perfectly serviceable, but doesn’t reach the heights the brand is capable of. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon (Batch A125).
Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch C924 is a refinement of what came before it, resulting in a surprisingly well-balanced pour, which the brand isn’t always known for. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon (Batch C924).
Staying close to a baseline of traditional, sweet bourbon flavors, Larceny Barrel Proof Batch B525 isn’t groundbreaking, but it delivers a tasty, immediately likable pour. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon (Batch B525).
Grabbing the spicy baton from its predecessor, Batch B524 manages to correct and improve upon everything the previous batch set out to do. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon (Batch B524).
Batch A124 ventures into new territory, but it won’t be for everyone. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon (Batch A124).
Bursting with flavor, Larceny Barrel Proof Batch B523 delivers a sip that once again reminds bourbon drinks how delicious a wheated barrel proof bourbon can be when done right. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch B523).
Larceny is a readily available, approachable, crowd-pleasing bourbon that offers an increasing value in today’s marketplace. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Bourbon.
Nearly three years since its initial release, Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon steps up to the level that many whiskey drinkers have been yearning for. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch C922).
The first batch of 2023, Larceny Barrel Proof Batch A123 falls short of the bar set by Batch C922, but lays the groundwork for a potentially monster year for the brand. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch A123).
The third and final 2023 release of Larceny Barrel Proof Batch C923 stands out from 2023’s other releases in a surprising way. Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch C923).
Heaven Hill Distillery, the world’s second-largest holder of aging Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, today filled its nine millionth Bourbon barrel.
An unexpected madcap pour, Old Stubborn by Rising Tide Spirits, will keep you on your toes. Review and tasting notes for Old Stubborn Straight Wheated Bourbon.
Big, robust, traditional, high-quality blend - all traits that perfectly sum up K.Luke’s latest batch. Review and tasting notes for K.Luke Small Batch Barrel Strength Straight Bourbon (Batch 11).
Ditching its unique bottle shape and adopting the Maker’s Mark brand standard design, doesn’t change the fact that Maker’s Mark 46 Cask Strength is still an enjoyable wheated barrel proof bourbon at a consumer-friendly price point. Review and tasting notes for Maker's Mark 46 Cask Strength (2023 Release).
A bold bottled in bond wheated bourbon that may take people for a surprise with a sip that layers in oak, spice, and overall ruggedness. Review and tasting notes for Ben Holladay Soft Red Wheat Bottled in Bond Bourbon.
Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Old Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon is a new ongoing release that sets a baseline, building on the brand’s more fine-tuned limited edition decanter series by offering a classic bourbon flavor profile at a more accessible price point. Review and tasting notes for Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Old Bottled in Bond Bourbon.
Heaven Hill Distillery today announced the first line extension of Larceny Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Larceny Barrel Proof.
A ton of great whiskeys were released in 2019, but there were a few that stood out more than others. These are our Favorite whiskeys of 2019.
There are some barrel picks we get really excited about, and Barrell Craft Spirits is one of them.
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Batch A120.
New initiatives pay homage to John E. Fitzgerald, the U.S. Treasury Agent whose act of stealing from the best barrels in the rickhouse inspired the Larceny and Old Fitzgerald brands.
Review and tasting notes for Barrell Bourbon Batch 011.
Balanced and approachable, Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon adds richness to its standard counterpart while managing to keep oak flavors in check. Review and tasting notes for Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon.
For this pick, we visited Prohibition Craft Spirits Distilling Company located in the Nulu neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. We can best describe the pick as a “no holds barred” format, which meant tasting a lot of barrels, which is our favorite way to find good ones. And good ones we did find.
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch C921).
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch B521).
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch A121).
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Batch B520.
Barrell Craft Spirits® Launches Limited-Edition and Ultra-Rare BCS Gold Label Bourbon: Special Release Showcases a Blend of 16 and 17-Year-Old Straight Bourbons.
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch A122).
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof (Batch B522).
Barrell's latest batch hits the spot, offering a delicious spicy-sweet mix of flavors bottled at a proof that’s full-flavored, but not hot. Review and tasting notes for Barrell Bourbon Batch 033.
Review and tasting notes for Larceny Barrel Proof Batch C920.
Tasting notes and our thoughts of Barrell Bourbon Batch 020, 021, & 022.
One word that best describes American whiskey in 2021 is diverse. Our four finalists this year couldn’t be more diverse, both in their origins and flavor profiles.
Tasting notes and our thoughts of Barrell Bourbon Batch 018 & 019.
The number of bourbons priced between $50-$100 have been rapidly expanding. These are the ones we recommend the most.
A finished bourbon that is so surprising and unique, it's hard to fully grasp what Barrell is trying to say. Review and tasting notes for Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series: Tale of Two Islands Edition 001.
Review and tasting notes for Barrell Craft Spirits Gold Label Bourbon 2021.
This bourbon is so impossibly hard to obtain, we had to call it "Unobtainium."
