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I grab a pour whenever I see it at a tasting or festival because it always delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Maks, The Craft Whiskey Collective\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Craft Whiskey Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62753869005171,"sku":"LGH1456","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/1855\/5251\/files\/Screenshot2025-08-26at17-55-00StillAustinWhiskeyCo.-StraightRye_TheArtist_-Photoroom_2.png?v=1777033086"},{"product_id":"frey-ranch-100-proof-rye-750ml","title":"Frey Ranch 100 proof Rye 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the bottle from Frey Ranch I keep coming back to. It is consistently delicious, easy to recommend, and one of the best introductions to rye whiskey. You get rye spice, mint, green apple, citrus, and candied ginger without it ever feeling too sharp or too sweet. It is just a really well-built rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Maks, The Craft Whiskey Collective\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Craft Whiskey Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62753871430003,"sku":"LGH3508","price":68.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/1855\/5251\/files\/FreyRanchStraightRyeWhiskey750ml.jpg?v=1777033147"},{"product_id":"garrison-brothers-balmorhea-750ml","title":"Garrison Brothers Balmorhea 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eButtered pancakes with maple syrup. That is the easiest way to describe it. Balmorhea is sweet, heavy, very oaky, and completely its own thing. It is not trying to be subtle, and that is exactly why I like it. If you want a double oaked bourbon that actually feels different from everything else, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Maks, The Craft Whiskey Collective\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Craft Whiskey Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62929274208627,"sku":"LGH_856","price":182.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/1855\/5251\/files\/GarrisonBrothersBalmorhea750ml.png?v=1781000960"},{"product_id":"barrell-seagrass-750ml","title":"Barrell Seagrass 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is easily my favorite finished whiskey. It is rye finished in three different cask types and then blended in a way that actually makes sense. You get rye spice, apricot, guava, apple, brown sugar, and red fruit, but it never feels like the finishes are covering up the whiskey. It drinks almost like a cocktail in a glass, but the rye still holds the whole thing together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Maks, The Craft Whiskey Collective\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Craft Whiskey Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62929294197107,"sku":"LGH1191","price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/1855\/5251\/files\/Gray-Label-Dovetail-Solo-Shot-removebg-preview_bd1c4686-732d-4818-8cd4-69189fa0a217.png?v=1780997636"},{"product_id":"cedar-ridge-barrel-proof-750ml","title":"Cedar Ridge Barrel Proof 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt is wild that a cask strength bourbon this good can still come in at this price point. There is a reason Cedar Ridge has become such a big deal in Iowa. This is the bottle I would point someone toward if they want to try something new, get real proof and flavor, and not spend their whole budget doing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Maks, The Craft Whiskey Collective\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Craft Whiskey Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62929296392563,"sku":"LGH3868","price":52.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/1855\/5251\/files\/CedarRidgeBIBRye750ml.png?v=1780997648"},{"product_id":"westland-garryana-6th-edition-700ml","title":"Westland Garryana 6th Edition 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery Garryana release feels different, which is part of what makes the series worth following. This edition leans into brandy and sherry casks, bringing apricot, baking spice, caramel, chocolate, hazelnut, and a little cinnamon. It is a great way to show someone what American single malt can be when it has depth, sweetness, and its own identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Maks, The Craft Whiskey Collective\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Craft Whiskey Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62929299079539,"sku":"VWS_335","price":167.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/1855\/5251\/files\/WestlandGarryana6thEdition700ml.webp?v=1781001238"}],"url":"https:\/\/caskcollective.shop\/collections\/makss-picks.oembed","provider":"The Craft Whiskey Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}