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In-store Tasting Thursday, Nov 5, 2026, 5 - 6:30. Loch + K(e)y Barrel Picks - Unlocking unique Single Barrels.

We've written our enthusiasm for Loch + K(e)y. Now you can come taste them for yourself.
November 5, 2026

 

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We've written our enthusiasm for them. Now you can come taste them for yourself. We get a small portion from each L&K barrel pick.

The Loch & K(e)Y Society was one of the first barrel programs in the country, and we are honored to be part of this exclusive community. David Kreiss, has been an avid collector of L&K picks for over 15 years, with whiskeys such as Blanton’s, Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, Weller, Four Roses, Old Elk, Dark Arts, Knob Creek, Russell's Reserve, Pinhook, Peerless, Elijah Craig, Angel’s Envy, Old Forester, Found North, Sagamore, Copper & Cask, Maker’s Mark, Compass Box, Kaiyo, Laphroaig, and the list goes on and on. Bottom line, the L&K Society gets access to some of the best barrels in the industry. We think you'll get some great flavors from them.

Bourbons

Old Elk 10 yo Wheat Dreams

The very first barrel we are offered, an Old Elk Single Barrel 10-year old Wheated Bourbon bottled at Cask Strength, "Wheat Dreams”. 

59.3% abv. 51% Corn, 45% wheat, 4% Barley.

Nose: High note of Sweetness of corn comes through. Confection sugar, graham crackers, some vanilla. Woodiness also comes through

Palate: More high note of sweetness, vanilla starts to form more prominent. 

Finish: Kentucky Hug (the heat of alcohol as it moves through the throat and chest). No burn, but warmth. Vanilla starts to take shape. Adding a bit of water did not diminish the hug. Long finish. Regular Price: $85, Sale Price: $76

Larceny Caught Stealing

Ironically named Been Caught Stealing tne Larceny "Been Caught Stealingis a tongue in cheek reference to whiskey industry drama. Often times with barrel picks distributors will deliver to the wrong account or forget to deliver them entirely

Notes: tingle of heat on the tongue, vanilla, light sweetness, cinnamon, light and floral honeysuckle.

Regular $29.99, Sale $26.99

Buffalo Trace Revolver

Buffalo Trace needs no introduction. This single barrel looks the same as the entry-level; the quality is far better. Brighter and softer with more of everything in it a deeper, more complex dram.

Notes: bright, vanilla, caramel, and molasses on the nose; rich toffee, apple skin, deep brown sugar, sweet, vanilla, dark cherry, and smooth on the mouth.

$44 net

Eagle Rare 10yo Regular $60 Sale $52

Ryes

Middle West Princess Poppy Dark Pumpernickel

Middle West has recently started a cask strength series. This dark pumpernickel rye, is a rarity in the whiskey world. Loch & Key's outstanding single barrel helps a worthy cause. A portion of each bottle sold goes to Shultz's Guest House, a Dedham dog rescue. (sghrescue.org) Mash bill: 80% Dark Pumpernickel Rye, 10% Non-GMO Yellow Corn, 5% Soft Red Winter Wheat, 5% Two-Row Barley; 62.6% abv

Notes: The nose fills with heat, but still soft with scents of toasted pumpernickel, and hot cinnamon and a trace of sweetness. The mouth is warm and continues with the smooth feeling, flavors of apple skin and spice pair with rye spice and caramel.

Regular $64.99 Sale $59

Proof & Wood The Original 13 Bonded in Battle 13 yo

The Original 13 commemorates our nations 250th anniversary. Bottled in bond, the Bonded in Battle ages for a minimum of 13 years, one each for the original colonies.

Notes: Light on the nose, borown sugar, vanila, and hint of sweetness. The flavors are soft and smooth with a light warmth that moves in. Mellow spice, soft charred wood, .

Regular $100, Sale $90

-Drew Croswell & David Kreiss

All In Limited Stock, Subject to presale

 

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