By Father John Rayls Rating: B+ Jameson IPA Edition is the second and most recent release in the Caskmates series,  after the successful release of the Stout Edition. I naturally lean more towards a malt flavor rather than hoppy in my beer, but I do enjoy a hoppy influenced brew occasionally, so as to freshen things up. I’m also attracted ...

By Father John Rayls Rating: A- A limited release from Jim Beam ought to grab a bourbon lover’s attention, and this time it truly is something special. The cost is… well, we’ll get to that, but, regardless, Jim Beam Distiller’s Cut is worth a good, long look. And I say that even though Beam is not one of my favorite ...

By Richard Thomas Rating:B- It’s been several years since the mixology-driven Rye Craze damn near wiped Rye Whiskey off the shelves, creating a legitimate shortage of the type that saw even Old Overholt in short supply. At that time, craft whiskey was in its infancy and there were really only three styles of Rye to be had: the Kentucky “barely ...

By Father John Rayls Rating: B+ Because I am a devoted a Bourbon drinker, my palate is pretty open when it comes to my favored spirit, and that means I enjoy some bottom shelf and exotic offerings with relish. However, Scotch is a much different scenario, and my preferences are more narrow. Even though I hadn’t tasted Dewar’s White Label ...

Corrected and Updated, November 3, 2021 By Father John Rayls Rating: B Two Stars Kentucky Straight Bourbon seems like an unfortunate name, what with it’s two out of five, mediocre connotation. However, has nothing to do with a star-rating and is instead named after the flag of Louisville, Kentucky. If that doesn’t persuade you, know that it was made at ...