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| Generously Donated by Paul Steadman Not available for purchase in the US. HWAYO is a leading traditional Korean premium Soju crafted from the purest rice, embodies the very heart of Korean culture. Its name means “noble & fire”, perfectly encapsulates Korea’s blend of sophistication and passion, mirrored in its culinary delights and cherished traditions. HWAYO 53 is a premium spirit that redefines the essence of high-proof alcohols. Delivering an intense sensation it boasts a clean finish that distinguishes it in the realm of stronger libations. |
| Finding all the letters in BLANTONS is a rare feat. Winning this includes a stand to display the toppers for your bar or desk as well. This will be auctioned off in a fun and unique auction where anyone can win. Believe it or not, up until just a few years ago, it was relatively easy to buy a bottle of Blanton’s any time of the year. Fast forward to today, and you wouldn’t be faulted for thinking Blanton’s is the hardest bourbon to find in America. With each bottle adorned with a topper that displays an individual letter and a horse in a different race position. A bouquet of honey, vanilla, light bubble gum, and orange citrus peel opens things up. Lying gently beneath are hints of barrel char and toasted sugars that tussle with floral notes. Light cinnamon and baking spices top things off. The scents are nuanced and inviting, creating a satisfying opening to open the sip. he palate hits with an initial sweetness, housing notable flavors of light caramel, honey, muted vanilla, and brown sugar. Underlying the opening flavors are leather, charred oak, and a rye spice, which bubbles to the top. A crisp finish rounds out the sip with vanilla, caramel, leather, dry oak, rye spice, and light peppercorn. There’s a pleasing sweet heat that lingers once all the other flavors fade. https://www.breakingbourbon.com/review/blantons-original-single-barrel-bourbon-2021 |
| Named after Master Distiller Emeritus Elmer T. Lee, this whiskey is hand selected and bottled to the taste and standards which were set forth by Elmer T. Lee himself. Perfectly balanced and rich, as declared by the man who knew how great bourbon should taste. The nose brings notes of clove, vanilla, and old leather. The flavor balances fruit, honey and vanilla with a light spiciness. A long and warm finish. “An elegant, complex whiskey. The flavors are nice and tight.” –Whisky Advocate |
| A reasonably priced, but hard to find bottle. A great bottle and an opportunity to experience the Weller collection. The brand is named after William Larue Weller, a distiller who is credited by some as being the first to use wheat as the secondary grain in straight bourbon as opposed to the more commonly used rye. |
| Arguably the premier bottle at the event. Hard to find and delicious. "This 13-year breaks the mold, as it is one of the oldest rye whiskeys available today. The maturity it has achieved while aging is quite obvious when you take the first sip. It’s a truly unique and rewarding rye whiskey experience." -Paul Pacult A soft nose of chestnuts, spice, vanilla and fruit. Features flavors of cocoa, vanilla, spice, and white pepper. A long, warm and complex finish with caramel and spice combined with dry oak. |
| Available to taste at the event by using your extra pour bid tag. A great preview for the EH Taylor set available in the silent auction. |
| Experience the pinnacle of bourbon craftsmanship with Eagle Rare 10 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, exclusively available at Cana Wine Co. This luxurious, award-winning bourbon boasts a sophisticated blend of oaky vanilla, rich caramel, and a hint of bold spices, all meticulously aged for a decade. Each sip reveals unparalleled depth and character, making it the perfect choice for discerning connoisseurs and special occasions alike. Elevate your spirits collection with the distinguished elegance of Eagle Rare 10 Year Single Barrel, where every bottle is a masterpiece of tradition and excellence. |
| Others would say this is the best bottle available at the event. Appreciated for its higher proof. George T. Stagg built the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century, during a time known as the Gilded Age of Bourbon. Uncut and unfiltered, this robust bourbon whiskey ages for nearly a decade and boasts the bold character that is reminiscent of the man himself. F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating: 5 stars/Highest Recommendation. "Amazing, yet again." - F. Paul Pacult. Rating: 96.5 "One of the whiskeys of the year, easily." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible Brown sugar | Amaretto | Cognac | Rum | Stewed apples | Nicely layered with a strong intensity | More unique scents than past releases. Amaretto | Hazelnut | Prune | Vanilla | Thick sweet oak | Approachable for its proof. Leather | Pomegranate molasses | Thick oak | A fleeting trace of musty tannic oak https://www.breakingbourbon.com/review/george-t-stagg-2022 |
| A hard to find and sought after bottle. This year marks a special milestone as it is the 20t anniversary of the partnership between the Van Winkle family and Buffalo Trace Distillery. Trusting Buffalo Trace to continue the family legacy started more than 125 years prior. The Van Winkle line of whiskeys have won a multitude of awards through the years, including the 20-year-old receiving a double gold medal, best bourbon, best small batch bourbon at the 2018 New York International Spirits Competition and the 15-year-old taking home a Gold Medal at the 2019 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Nose: Very sweet, with notes of honey, dulce de leche, caramel. Taste: Medium-bodied palate with dried fruit and nuts. Each sip finishes with a very long bold wave of floral honey, caramel, and toasted barrel flavors which counter the weight of the alcohol. Finish: An elegant balance between oak, grain, and maturation. https://www.breakingbourbon.com/bourbon-whiskey-press-releases/buffalo-trace-distillery-announces-annual-van-winkle-bourbon-release |
| Named after the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac Cocktail, this uncut and unfiltered Straight Rye Whiskey is bottled directly from the barrel, just as it was over a century ago. Full of rich flavors, this authentic American rye whiskey is a symbol of the timeless history of New Orleans and the legacy of Thomas H. Handy. Powerful, lush, and boldly spicy. Flavors of toffee, fig cake, and candied fruit, followed by mint, cinnamon and clove. The finish ultimately reveals subtle notes of allspice, coconut and nutmeg. Long and warm. F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating: 5 Stars/Highest Recommendation - "Extraordinary whiskey by any measure." - F. Paul Pacult |
| Made by hand, E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey has been aged inside century old warehouses constructed by E.H. Taylor, Jr. The barrels used for this American bourbon are evaluated and selected to create a perfect blend of distinctive character that is like no other. This Buffalo Trace Distillery bourbon is a true sipping bourbon that honors the uncompromising legacy of E.H. Taylor, Jr. Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Small Batch Bourbon is made from a blend of seven-year old barrels hallowed from the sixth floor of a brick warehouse in Kentucky. Bottled in Bond at 100 proof, the bourbon has distinctive notes of oak and dried fruit. Notes of oak and dried fruit. The initially sweet flavors give way to hints of salted caramel, butterscotch and orange, which linger on the finish. Tastes of caramel corn sweetness, mingled with butterscotch and licorice. The aftertaste is a soft mouth-feel that turns into subtle spices of pepper and tobacco. |
| After establishing a number of distilleries, notably Buffalo Trace, Colonel E. H. Taylor is usually considered to be the “father” of the current bourbon industry. Aroma of oaky spices, figs and maple syrup. Notes of orange peel, dates, roasted nuts and tobacco lead to a sweet finish that is complemented by a hint of intense oak. As very limited release, this Single Barrel may be difficult to find. It will be packaged in a vintage label and canister, which are reminiscent of Taylor’s bottles nearly one hundred years ago. |