Legend has it that a certain ill-tempered witch hangs out around Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. While not publicly active as of late, this Dòideag apparently liked to whip up bad weather and make things rough for guys in boats. As the myth goes, She really made things rough for one boat in the … Continue reading Tobermory 10 Year Old – Review
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Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask Matured – Review
I can think of absolutely no tie-in between Speyside Scotch and Cinco de Mayo. 148 years ago today, a small but doughty Mexican army fought off a much larger French Army who were understandably pissed off at Mexico for not paying their debts and finally had decided to strong-arm the Benito Juárez administration into freeing … Continue reading Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask Matured – Review
Gentleman Jack Rare Tennessee Whiskey – Review
Only in America could you have a world-famous distillery planted smack-dab in the middle of a dry county. I guess it should come as no surprise to anyone that our nasty puritanical streak can only be usurped by the lure of the almighty dollar. With that in mind, I'd like to think that the counties … Continue reading Gentleman Jack Rare Tennessee Whiskey – Review
Tasting Group 4.3.10 – 5 Single Malts
A group of us got together for the first of hopefully several whisky tastings this past weekend. We all either walked, drove or took public transportation to our meeting place...none of us flew in on a private jet. We were not carried there upon jewel-encrusted sedan chairs. There were no entourages. We kept things pretty … Continue reading Tasting Group 4.3.10 – 5 Single Malts
Bernheim Original Kentucky Wheated Whiskey – Review
I have no idea which grain they're talking about when people sing "amber waves of grain." It could be wheat, I guess...or barley...oats, maybe. Hell, if you leave corn sit around long enough, it'll probably turn a nice golden brown. What do I know, I'm no farmer. I've also never had a chance to sit … Continue reading Bernheim Original Kentucky Wheated Whiskey – Review
Sazerac 18 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey- Review
Had the chance to taste the Sazerac 18 Year Old Rye at Alembic yesterday. I've heard great things about this one but I have to admit, rye typically isn't my favorite. I like the sharp spiciness or the spicy sharpness, but sometimes wish that quality didn't overwhelm subtler notes as it often does. The Nose: … Continue reading Sazerac 18 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey- Review
Glengoyne 17 Year Old – Review
I sampled Glengoyne's 17 Year Old tasted at Nihon recently. Glengoyne, located North of Glasgow, is known for a slightly more unique approach to its Highland Malts, they use air-dried barley instead of peat smoked dried. Hmmm...no peat? I have to admit, there was a little skepticism mixed in with my curiosity upon learning that. The Nose: … Continue reading Glengoyne 17 Year Old – Review
Cragganmore 12 Year Old – Review
Quick notes on the Cragganmore 12 Year Old tasted at Nihon, who has a fantastic collection. Nose: Sherry oak, grapefruit, vanilla, a little rum cake...but most importantly, Juicy Fruit gum, and I mean that in a good way. A complex embracing nose. Palate: This one attacked the palate more than I expected, it was strong … Continue reading Cragganmore 12 Year Old – Review
St. George Single Malt Whiskey
Metaphorically speaking, there comes a day for all of us when our need for water forces us to confront the dragon guarding the spring and offer it a goat or a sheep or something in order to get a few precious drops. Then there are those really bad days when you can't find a goat … Continue reading St. George Single Malt Whiskey
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