Whisky must be distilled and matured for at least three years in oak casks to be named Scotch. Aside from the basics, there are many different kinds of Scotch and hundreds of breweries nationwide. This makes it hard to determine which are the best whiskies to buy.
The American whiskey industry is one of the largest and most fascinating in the world. Distillers and blenders across the United States are creating thrilling, deep, and extraordinarily complex spirits, from Bourbon and rye to single malt and virtually everything in between. These bottles, presented alphabetically and cost over $100, represent everything that makes American whiskey brands so popular and enjoyable. Here are this year’s ten best American whiskies that you should spend money on.
Table of Contents
- Redwood Empire’s Emerald Giant Rye Cask
- Lock & Load Rifle Bourbon Whiskey
- John J. Bowman Single Barrel Whiskey Limited Edition
- Whiskey Four Gate Split Stave by Kelvin
- Burnt Sugar Whiskey from Bubba’s Secret Stills
- Brother’s Bond Bundle of Two Books
- Family Bundle of Smoke Wagon
- James E. Pepper Bourbon Whiskey from 1776
- Parker’s Heritage Double Barreled Blend
- Horse Soldier Barrel Strength Uncut
- Conclusion
Redwood Empire’s Emerald Giant Rye Cask
You can try Emerald Giant from the barrel with this limited-edition cask-strength bottle. After at least four years of age in the friendly environment of the Northern California coast, the Redwood Empire’s craft is ready to reach new heights.
In the Rye universe, Emerald Giant has a devoted following. It was named after the Redwood tree that grows the fastest globally.
They started with 95% quality rye and let it age in new charred oak barrels for over three years. It is a great choice for your standard whiskey cocktails because it is spicy and has a smooth finish.
Lock & Load Rifle Bourbon Whiskey
This Collector’s Edition Lock & Load Rifle Bourbon Whisky is a rare find American whiskey brands and a one-of-a-kind addition to the bar collection of people who like rifles. If you open this gun, you will surely be happy with how the blend of vanilla, cinnamon, and fruity scents.
Each bottle is shaped like a gun, like a bullet in your mouth. There are four bourbon-filled guns in a case. The mash bill’s vanilla, caramel, cinnamon, and fruity notes will make your taste buds happy.
John J. Bowman Single Barrel Whiskey Limited Edition
This bourbon whiskey was crafted from some of the oldest barrels in their storage facility. Each barrel sits for years while Virginia’s mild but always changing environment draws out the oak’s complex flavours and makes the whiskey smoother. When it’s time, these best barrels are carefully hand-bottled.
Even though it has 100 proof, this single-barrel Bourbon is as smooth as a fall breeze. It has a pleasant aroma with hints of toffee, leather, figs, and nuts. The finish is long and dry. You can sip it straight or with ice.
Whiskey Four Gate Split Stave by Kelvin
Four Gate Split Stave Bourbon is a high-quality bourbon whiskey made from a mix of aged bourbons, each with a unique taste. It is finished in barrels made from wood staves that have been toasted and burned to different degrees. With this new way of aging, vanilla, caramel, and oak notes mix with more complex tastes like toasted marshmallows and black fruit to make a deep and layered flavour profile.
Burnt Sugar Whiskey from Bubba’s Secret Stills
Burnt Sugar American Whiskey is now sold at Secret Stills. This secret recipe is sweet and hot and has just the right amount of mixed tastes, like nougat, spice, caramel, and the sweetness of brown sugar. It’s great to sip, mix into your favourite drinks, pour over ice cream, and use in baking and cooking. Burnt Sugar Whiskey tastes like burnt sugar and gives any party a unique taste experience. You can shoot it on its own or mix it with cola, orange juice, or, if you’re brave, margarita combines to make a Bubbarita.
Brother’s Bond Bundle of Two Books
The duo known as “The Salvatore Brothers” on “The Vampire Diaries,” Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, are the brains behind Brothers Bond. Their real friendship grew stronger as they drank Bourbon on and off-screen for more than a decade. The brand’s name is a nod to their on-screen roles and the fact that they both love good Bourbon. It also shows how close they have become over the years. The New Cask Strength in the Duo Bundle has hints of dried fruits, toffee, vanilla, and honey. It tastes strong and rich. The rye spices stay in the finish for a long time.
Family Bundle of Smoke Wagon
This whiskey was made in Las Vegas and is one of a kind. They won Gold in 2020 for the uncut, unedited, and true to the American Spirit. The Nevada Smoke Wagon Bourbon Whiskey has won several awards.
James E. Pepper Bourbon Whiskey from 1776
People love the hot rye, caramel, spicy, and vanilla notes in James E. Pepper 1776 100 Proof Bourbon Whiskey, carefully distilled at MGP Indiana. Not chilled, and the mash bill has more than 38% rye. The 1776 Bourbon is sweet and spicy from the rye. Vanilla, honey, chocolate, and cloves all come through in the taste—50% alcohol by volume.
Parker’s Heritage Double Barreled Blend
The 16th version of Parker’s Heritage Collection comprises 67% 13-year-old double-barreled Straight Bourbon Whiskey and 33% 15-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The 13-year-old Bourbon was made from barrels that were made in December 2008.
It was aged on the fifth through seventh floors of Rickhouse Q for four weeks before being moved into new American white oak barrels with a level three char. Then, 15-year-old Bourbon from Rickhouse II’s second and fifth floor casks was added.
Horse Soldier Barrel Strength Uncut
There is no doubt that Bourbon and the military go together, and many of the most famous people in American whiskey were first-line soldiers. Columbus, Ohio is the home of Horse Solder Barrel Strength Bourbon. It is made with a wheat Bourbon recipe with 70% corn, 20% wheat, and 10% barley. When it’s about five years old, it sends out huge waves of vanilla, cinnamon, clove, and pepper that wake up the taste buds and light up the tongue.
Conclusion
Whether you’re new to the world of Whiskey or already a fan looking to add high-rated bottles to your collection, tasty choices can fit any budget. And if one of your favourite is still out of your price range, consider getting a side job to make some extra money.
