If you’ve been following me, you know I reviewed Crown Royal Blackberry last year. So, when Jack Daniel’s dropped their Tennessee Blackberry, you already knew I had to give it a try. What really won me over was the fact that they offered it in a mini size—perfect for sampling without committing to a full…
Category: Boston Marathon
Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin: California Orange Citrus and Sardinian Citrus
I first discovered this brand when they launched their original Blue Bottle Gunpowder Tea Gin. They’ve since expanded their lineup, and instead of committing to two full-sized bottles, I picked up this mini trio sample set for just $9.99. It includes 50ml bottles of three gins, including the original. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin is crafted…
Akashi Japanese Whisky Highball
The 4th of July is just around the corner, and the heat is on—literally. So, when I spotted this Akashi Japanese Whisky Highball, I couldn’t resist grabbing one. If you didn’t know, the Highball is Japan’s most popular whisky cocktail, and honestly, this Akashi cocktail just makes sense. A highball is traditionally made with whisky,…
Pōkeno New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Have you ever tried New Zealand whisky? If not, let me introduce you to Pōkeno. Prior to discovering this brand, I had no idea there was a whisky brand from New Zealand. I had the chance to sample two of their offerings, their Origin Single Malt and their Discovery Single Malt Whisky. The big question…
Teeling Small Batch Whiskey
It’s Marathon Monday in Boston and the city is buzzing even though it’s a chilly rainy day. I do love seeing all the runners and the tourists in the city this time of year especially after what happened two years ago with the Boston Marathon bombing. Good luck to all the runners and if you…