This review was written and shared by Paul Martin Ardbeg Ten Years Old Single Malt Whisky ABV 46% Proof 92 The Ardbeg 10-year is a prototypical Islay whisky. To start, an aggressive peat aroma dominates the nose. Phenols call to mind Lysol, lozenges, or a trip to the dentist’s chair. Smokiness evokes a campfire scene. […]
Infuse It or Refuse It – The Mission. By Chuck Walker I would like to start this series with the disclaimer that I am a long-time bourbon purist. Now to be fair, I am not entirely sure what that means, but saying it does help me feel self-righteously superior every time I see someone order […]
Here we are at the end of another year. First and foremost, we hope this time of year you have the opportunity to spend some time with those who matter most to you. We also want to thank you for all your support and time spent with us throughout the year. This has been an […]
This review was written and shared by Paul Martin. Name: The MacAllan Sherry Oak 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky ABV: 43% Proof: 86 Notes: Many consider The MacAllan one of the world’s premier 12-year-old whiskies. Its beautiful amber color appeared deeper than expected for its age. The nose, a little astringent at first, […]
Food: Bourbon Vanilla Sugar is made from raw Demerara sugar and is packed and aged with Bourbon-Madagascar vanilla beans to enhance the rich molasses flavors. Try Bourbon Vanilla Sugar in many different cocktails to add some extra flavor or add a little to your coffee in the morning. Available here.
Step into The Apothecary at Brent’s Drugs and you will be taken back to a bygone era. The dim lighting and marble countertops set the mood in this fine establishment. You won’t find a lot of advertisement for this one unless it’s word of mouth. It’s a great place to get an incredible drink, like […]
n 1935, Friday the 13th was anything but unlucky for Heaven Hill. It was on that date 80 years ago that the fledgling distillery filled its first barrel of fine Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, marking the beginning of a business that has grown to become the largest family owned and operated distilled spirits producer, and […]
Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Launching This Month (Lebanon, Ky.) December 14, 2015 – Limestone Branch Distillery introduces Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon, set to hit the market this month. Bottled at 93 proof and available in a 750ml bottle with a commemorative tube, Yellowstone Select is crafted using hand-selected barrels of 4-year and […]
Ginger ‘Nogg 1 1/2 oz Virgil Kaine Ginger Infused Bourbon 3/4 oz cream 3/4 oz cardamom syrup 1/2 oz aged rum 1 egg yolk Garnish: grated nutmeg Add all ingredients in a shaker. Dry shake for 10 seconds, then add ice into shaker and repeat. Strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with grated nutmeg. […]
