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The Bourbon Cheapskate, Vol. 30: Bonded vs. Single Barrel: When Blind Tasting Picks the Underdog

In a blind rye showdown, Jack Daniel’s Bonded Rye unexpectedly outpaced its 94-proof Single Barrel sibling. Side by side, the Single Barrel may have a slight edge in refinement—but when you factor in a $20 price gap, the bonded bottle makes one of the strongest value arguments on the shelf. Continue reading

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Tasting Tuesday: Hazmat vs. Heavyweight

A hazmat rye against one of the best bottles on my shelf. The proof difference is real, the flavors are bold, and the lesson is simple: rarity is thrilling—but availability matters. Continue reading

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