This is one of two bottles in the Glengarriff Series. You can find my review of the second bottle, Bog Oak Charred Cask, right here on my blog. The Peat Charred Cask is triple distilled, matured in sherry casks and finished in peat charred casks for another 4-6 months. The peat is harvested from the…
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West Cork Glengarriff Series Bog Oak Charred Cask
Given that it was St. Patrick’s Day weekend and I’m a huge fan of West Cork, when I saw this reddish bottle at just $33, I simply couldn’t help myself. This is one of two bottles in the Glengarriff Series (don’t worry I got the other one as well, but we’ll save that for another…
Keeper’s Heart Irish + Bourbon Whiskey
We’re about 4 days away from St. Patrick’s Day, so why not feature a brand that brings together the heart of Ireland and America. I recently had a chance to try Keeper’s Heart much awaited second release, Irish + Bourbon and the main question is, good or not? Let’s find out. Bourbon used was aged…
2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Bourbon and Whisky
It’s that time of year again! Here’s my 2022 gift guide to help you buy a delicious gift for someone or for yourself. This year’s list is composed of options all under $100. It’s a short list but all options are easy to find, and they are affordable. Note: If you aren’t familiar with my…
Gold Spot 9-Year: Mitchell and Son’s 135th Anniversary Limited Edition
This bottle was not easy to find! We called about 10 liquor stores to find it, and many gave us the same spiel… “this is an allocated bottle available to our barrel club members only…” blah blah blah. I’m over places who force you to buy their crap whisky to then have access to a…
Irish Whiskey and Cocktails in a Can
OK, we’ve seen plenty of cocktails in a can but whiskey in a can? Are these any good? Let’s find out, my thoughts below. The Cocktails Post Meridiem Double Old Fashioned $3.99 (Straight Bourbon Whiskey, blend of three bitters, Demerara syrup and orange zest oil): This is at 37% ABV and at 100ml it serves…
Jameson Ginger and Lime
Jameson chose to enter the ready-made cocktail scene with a 6% ABV Ginger and Lime in a can. It was released on St. Patrick’s Day and is made of Jameson whiskey (off-course), natural ginger and lime flavors but the beautiful caramel color of the cocktail comes from caramel color. You get four 355ml cans for…
Irish Whiskey and Ginger Beer Cocktail
It’s hot outside so a cold cocktail is the way to go. Now, I do love a nice Moscow Mule but why make that when we have enough whiskey to lubricate a small army. If you love Irish Whiskey and Ginger Beer… Well, you’ll enjoy this cocktail. Ingredients Lime 2 ounces Irish Whiskey (I used…
Jameson Orange
Now here’s a product that screams summer! Jameson changes things up with Jameson Orange which incorporates natural orange flavors to its whiskey, but, does it taste good? Nose: oranges, sweetness and zestPalate: oranges, sweet, light vanillaFinish: citrus and orangesCost: $30 (what I paid)ABV: 30% I think if you are going into this product with the…
Clonakilty Irish Whiskey
No better way to try whiskies than by buying them in mini form. You get to save money and know if you truly like what you are drinking. Here we have Clonakilty Irish Whiskey Single Grain, Single Batch and Port Cask. Single Grain (green)Nose: oak and sweetnessPalate: vanilla, fruit, apple, and honeyFinish: spices and pepperABV:…
Father’s Day 2022 Whiskey Gift Guide
We are officially 19 days away from Father’s Day. If you don’t have a gift yet and have a whiskey loving dad, I am here to help. Let’s get started, the list below is broken down by price range. Most of the prices below are a range of costs (+/-), as prices may vary depending…
Keeper’s Heart Irish + America
What exactly makes renowned Irish Master Distiller Brian Nation leave Ireland for Minnesota? I’ll give you a hint, it wasn’t the weather. Monday I had the chance to spend an evening with Nation and co-founder of Keeper’s Heart Michael O’Shaughnessy. Keeper’s Heart has launched their Irish + American whiskey and they have done so with…
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