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Follow the Flavor

When it comes to bourbon, Nick knows his stuff — and so do his 56,000+ followers on TikTok. As a seasoned connoisseur and trusted reviewer, Nick’s palate is sharp, his takes are honest, and his picks are always worth a pour.

From underrated gems to legendary bottles, Nick’s Picks showcases the bourbons he's sipping, scoring, and recommending right now. Whether you're building your collection or just looking for your next favorite pour, start here.

Follow the flavor. Trust the palate. These are Nick’s Picks.

Old Forester Single Barrel Rye Barrel Proof — A Sweet Rye That Hides Its Heat

Old Forester Single Barrel Rye Barrel Proof — A Sweet Rye That Hides Its Heat

Today we're pouring something from Old Forester that doesn't get nearly enough attention: the Single Barrel Rye Barrel Proof. Most...
Stagg 24C — Big Heat, Bigger Rewards If You’re Patient

Stagg 24C — Big Heat, Bigger Rewards If You’re Patient

Today we're sitting down with Stagg Batch 24C from Buffalo Trace. If you've been in the bourbon world for any...
Penelope American Light Whiskey 18 Year — Hazmat Proof That Drinks Like a Dream

Penelope American Light Whiskey 18 Year — Hazmat Proof That Drinks Like a Dream

Today we're pouring something a little outside the usual bourbon lane: Penelope American Light Whiskey 18 Year. If you've never...
Weller 12 Year — Great Notes, Not Enough Depth

Weller 12 Year — Great Notes, Not Enough Depth

Today we're talking about one of the most hyped bottles in the Buffalo Trace lineup: Weller 12 Year. This is...
Willett 4-Year Bourbon Purple Top — Barrel Proof That Actually Delivers

Willett 4-Year Bourbon Purple Top — Barrel Proof That Actually Delivers

Today we’re talking about something from Willett that caught me by surprise: the 4-Year Bourbon Purple Top. Yes, it’s a...
Blood Oath Pact 11 — Tequila Finish, Smooth Sipper, and a Surprise Favorite

Blood Oath Pact 11 — Tequila Finish, Smooth Sipper, and a Surprise Favorite

Today we’re breaking into something I’ve been curious about for years but never actually tried—Blood Oath Pact 11. That’s right,...
Kentucky Nectar — Honey Barrel Finish That Hits the Sweet Spot

Kentucky Nectar — Honey Barrel Finish That Hits the Sweet Spot

Today we’re cracking into Kentucky Nectar, a limited release from the revived Old Commonwealth brand—now with a familiar name behind...
Barrell Decade — 20-Year Canadian Whiskey with Hazmat Heat and a Velvet Touch

Barrell Decade — 20-Year Canadian Whiskey with Hazmat Heat and a Velvet Touch

We’re digging into something I’ve been sitting on for a minute—Barrell Decade, a limited-release Canadian whiskey finished in Spanish brandy...
Frank August Small Batch Bourbon — Style, Substance, and One Hell of a First Impression

Frank August Small Batch Bourbon — Style, Substance, and One Hell of a First Impression

Let’s get into a bottle that had me intrigued before I even pulled the cork: Frank August Small Batch Straight...
Larceny Barrel‑Proof Single Barrel — Wheated, Wise & Barrel‑Bold

Larceny Barrel‑Proof Single Barrel — Wheated, Wise & Barrel‑Bold

Today we’re tasting the Larceny Barrel‑Proof Single Barrel—Heaven Hill’s wheated beast clocking in around 115–126 proof and aged a cozy...

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