Johnny Drum Private Stock has been on my “to try” list for years, but I never went for it at the store or the bar. There was always something that kept me from it, which usually means there’s an identity problem with it: no buzz, or a branding issue. I was, therefore, excited to get this in my review bag to finally give it a go.

After getting to know this bottle, I think it’s safe to say it has a solid identity. Johnny Drum is a brand from Willett and there…