Name: Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey ABV: 46% Proof: 92 Nose: Vanilla, Molasses, Nutmeg, and Oranges. Palate: Rich molasses, caramel, vanilla, allspice, and deep smoky wood flavors. Finish: Moderate and floral with light spice and wood tones. Overall: This is a creamy whiskey that is perfect for those wanting an easy mellow sipper. The flavors are distinct […]
Name: Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel ABV: 47% Proof: 94 Age: N/A Notes: On the nose Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel has a smoky brown sugar and honey aroma. At first sip, I was greeted with a dry oak flavor with some slight notes of citrus, vanilla, sea salt, and sweet corn. The finish is rather long with lots of […]
I recently had the pleasure of trying a few products from Dashfire Bitters and I have to say they are quite impressive. I tried their Brandy Old Fashioned Bitters, Ancient Chinese Secret Bitters, and Vintage Orange Bitters. The Brandy Old Fashioned Bitters (38% ABV) have a rich, sweet molasses flavor with some spicy notes of cinnamon […]
Name: Koval Single Barrel Bourbon ABV: 47% Proof: 94 Notes: On the nose Koval single barrel bourbon has a very upfront and straightforward fruit scent to it. At first sip there is a burst of fresh fruit, most noticeably apricot, followed by more sweet flavors like caramel, vanilla, and maple syrup. Although sweet and with plenty of fruit […]
Name: Gunpowder Rye Bottled By: New England Distillery ABV: 43.5% Proof: 87 Notes: On the nose there is a strong scent of fresh spearmint and roasted corn. On the palate there is a nice fiery burst of flavors such as black pepper, grains, mint, cloves, and some slight citrus flavors. The burn of this whiskey and strong flavors […]
2 oz. rye or bourbon 1/4 oz. maraschino liqueur 1/4 oz. Amer Picon 1 oz. dry vermouth Combine all ingredients with ice and stir for 30 seconds. Strain into cocktail glass. Enjoy!
Name: LA 1 Whiskey By: Donner-Peltier Distillers ABV: 46% Proof: 92 Age: About 10 months Notes: On the nose LA 1 has a straight forward aroma of sweet corn. On the palate there is a great deal of rich and earthy flavors such as oak, corn, vanilla, cocoa, and dark roasted coffee. The flavors are full bodied and easily […]
Name: White Whale Auntie’s Old Fashioned Mixer Notes: I was in a Whole Foods recently and finally got my hands on White Whale Auntie’s Old Fashioned Mixer. I was very excited to give this a try since I have reviewed Old Fashioned mixers in the past and this is my favorite cocktail. I followed the nice instructions […]
Name: Millbrook Distillery Barrel Strength Bourbon Whiskey Bottled By: Millbrook Distillery ABV: 57.5% Proof: 115 Age: 6 Years Notes: On the nose Millbrook’s Barrel Strength Bourbon has a nice warm vanilla and nutmeg aroma. On the palate there are some spice flavors up front, most noticeably cinnamon and nutmeg and some roasted corn, warm vanilla, and sweet subtle fruit […]
Name: Ranger Creek .44 Texas Rye Whiskey ABV: 47% Proof: 94 Age: 7 Months Notes: On the nose this rye has a very strong aroma of black pepper and anise. On the palate there is a crisp apple flavor with smooth honey, vanilla, caramel, and toffee flavors. The finish is spicy with black pepper and cinnamon upfront with some […]
