the spirit punches well above its weight class in blind tastings and critical reviews

The 375ml two-pack format adds practical value — two sealed bottles allow for gifting one while keeping the other

but Wild Turkey 101 runs hotter at 101 proof versus Elijah Craig's 94 proof

Margarita: The citrus and pepper notes integrate seamlessly with fresh lime juice and orange liqueur

Johnny Drum Black Label 750ML other-spirits the spirit punches well aboveJohnny Drum Black Label 750ML is a charcoal filtered Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750ml bottle. This expression earned a Silver Medal at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and its uncommon charcoal filtration step a technique far more associated with Tennessee whiskey gives it a distinctly smooth, oily texture rare among Kentucky bourbons. Quick Facts: ABV: 43% (86 proof) Origin: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA