Versus

Blanton’s Original vs Blanton’s Gold

Blanton’s Original and Blanton’s Gold face off in a full single-barrel bourbon showdown. We explore their tasting notes, strengths, weaknesses, and what makes each expression unique—plus why every barrel tastes a little different. Whether you’re chasing power, complexity, or classic Buffalo Trace character, this versus review shows exactly how these two iconic bourbons compare.

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Two bottle for review, the Ironroot Harbinger and Ironroot Assemblage

Ironroot Harbinger vs Ironroot Assemblage Rye

Ironroot Republic has become one of the most exciting names in American whiskey, and few bottles show their range better than Harbinger and the European-exclusive Assemblage Rye. In this versus review, I break down both whiskies with full tasting notes, food pairings, and the story behind the legendary “iron roots” that saved Europe’s vineyards. Two bottles, one distillery, and a whole lot of Texas character.

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