Kilbrin is an Irish whiskey brand that I recently had the opportunity to try. As I was unfamiliar with this brand, when I came across a mini 50ml bottle I bought the mini bottle. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find a website specifically dedicated to the brand, but the bottle indicated that it is produced by The…
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Boann Distillery Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey: Madeira, Marsala and P.X. Casks
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending an event hosted by Boann Distillery, where I had the opportunity to spend an evening with their distiller, Gary Ring. Gary proved to be an excellent speaker, captivating the audience with his knowledge and passion not only about Boann but Irish whiskey in general. The purpose of…
Hayashi Okinawa Japanese Whisky – Koyo, 8-Years, 18-Years and 24-Years
Last year, I was introduced to this Hayashi Okinawa Japanese Whisky while attending a Women Who Whiskey event here in Boston. During this introduction, I had the opportunity to sample their current range of four expressions: Hayashi Koyo, Hayashi 8-Years, Hayashi 18-Years and Hayashi 24-Years. For their whisky production process, Hayashi utilizes a 500-year-old technique…
Update: Jameson Orange
After enjoying this bottle for over 2 years, we finally finished it last month. The question now, would we repurchase it? And the answer is a resounding yes. Now let’s dive in. Nose: oranges, sweetness and zest Palate: oranges, sweet, light vanilla Finish: citrus and oranges Cost: $30 (what we paid) ABV: 30% Personally, I…
Compass Box Orchard House Scotch Whisky
I am a huge fan of Compass Box, and recently I had the pleasure of tasting their Orchard House Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, and it was an immediate love. I couldn’t help but wonder why I had not tried it sooner. For those not familiar with the brand, Compass Box was established in 2000 by…
Catoctin Creek Hot Honey Rye
Catoctin (Ka-tock-tin) Creek is the first legal distillery in Loudoun County Virginia since before Prohibition. It was founded by Becky and Scott Harris in 2009. I had the opportunity to sample this brand back in November, and I must admit that I’m not typically a fan of sweet whiskies or drinks. I found the samples…
Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Here is another mini bottle that I purchased towards the end of last year. I generally enjoy Penelope whiskey, and I had high hopes for this one. While this offering wasn’t necessarily bad, it simply didn’t leave a lasting impression on me. But let’s dive more into this whiskey. The bourbon is aged 4 years,…
Glengoyne 12-Year, 18-Year and Legacy Chapter Two Single Malt Scotch
Last year, I came across this variety pack at $20, so I couldn’t resist buying it. These packs offer a fantastic opportunity to explore different whiskies without the need to invest in full bottles. I’ve always been a strong advocate of trying before buying, especially considering how whisky prices consistently continue to rise. Now, let’s…
Balblair 15-Year Single Malt Scotch
Happy New Year! I hope you are all having a fantastic start to 2025. As for me, I’m kicking off the year with dry January, but for those who aren’t, don’t worry! I still have plenty of content to share from tasting conducted in 2024. The first post of 2025 featured the Balblair 15-Year whisky….
Holiday Coconut Whiskey Cranberry/Orange Cocktail
It’s the holidays! To add some extra cheer to your gatherings with family and friends, here is a delightful, quick and easy cocktail recipe to enjoy together. Ingredients:.75 oz Cranberry liqueur (I used Craneberry).75 oz Coconut Whiskey (I used Watertown Whiskey)1.75 oz Jameson Orange WhiskeyTop off Seltzer (I used Poppi Cranberry Fizz)Optional Garnish: cranberries and…
Old Fashioned – Tree House Brewery
I must admit, I had absolutely no expectations for this Tree House Brewery Old Fashioned. Allow me to elaborate. I came across this Old Fashioned when I ordered their Coquito. Unfortunately, I wasn’t a fan of their Coquito. However, I want to be transparent and mention that I am a Puerto Rican who makes my…
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…
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