Inside Hook – The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This August

Bourbon, Rye, Wheated | 55.7% – 66.5% ABV | Aged 4+ Years

For their summer collection, the Vermont-based independent bottlers Lost Lantern feature eight different whiskeys from field-to-bottle operations, including Frey Ranch (Nevada), Corbin Cash (California), Whiskey Acres (Illinois) and Far North Spirits (Minnesota). There’s a wide range of ages, proofs and whiskey styles here, along with two “Farmers’ Field” blends of estate bourbons and ryes. They’re all unique and the ryes in particular are a standout, especially the one from Far North (the northernmost distillery in the lower 48 states), an herbal treat full of lemon zest, vanilla custard, black peppercorn and toasted rye.