As the weather warms, I tend to reach for whiskey cocktails over drinking it neat. Recently, I’ve been enjoying the On The Rocks ready-to-drink lineup, and I picked up their Spiced Pear Whiskey Sour, so let’s dive in and see how it holds up. The 375 mL bottle (40% ABV) retails for $12.99 and yields…
Tag: cocktails
The Whistler Beekeepers Select Irish Honey Whiskey Liqueur and Cocktail Recipe
Today is World Bee Day! By now we all know the important role bees and other pollinators play for people, plants and the planet. To celebrate, The Whistler sent me The Whistler’s “Bee Mine” cocktail kit to raise a glass to these small mighty creatures. I’ve written about Whistler before, and as a big fan…
Sazerac Rye 100 Proof Straight Rye Whiskey
About three weeks ago, I posted about polishing off our bottle of Sazerac Rye (you can find that review here on this platform). Naturally, that meant it was time to pick up a replacement. My original plan was to grab the standard bottling, but when I spotted the 100 Proof version, curiosity got the better…
Tree House Distillery Kola Coffee Liqueur: Banane, Cacao, Coconut
Not too long ago, I shared my thoughts on the Tree House Distillery Kola Coffee Liqueur, which I genuinely consider exceptional. So, when I spotted three additional flavors available in miniature bottles, there was really no question, I had to try them. I picked up the Liqueur Trio Gift Set, which includes three 200 mL…
Sazerac Rye Straight Rye Whiskey
Those who know me know that rye whiskeys tend to be either a complete win or a clear miss, there’s rarely an in-between. Today, though, I want to highlight a rye that firmly lands in the win column: New Orleans’ own Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey. It’s a bottle we’ve owned, finished (as you can see…
On The Rocks: Whiskey Sour
When the weather heats up, drinking whiskey on its own can feel a bit heavy. In cocktail form, however, it makes a lot more sense—particularly when convenience is part of the equation. On The Rocks partnered with Jim Beam to bottle a ready-to-drink Whiskey Sour designed to be poured straight over ice. The question remains:…
Keeper’s Heart Old Fashioned
Keeper’s Heart Whiskey is a brand that boasts impressive Irish credentials: its distiller is the renowned Irish Master Distiller Brian Nation, formerly of Jameson, Midleton Very Rare, the Spot lineup, and Powers. As a longtime fan of this brand, the moment I discovered they’d launched a ready‑to‑serve Old Fashioned, I didn’t hesitate—I had to try…
Irished Up Cold Brew Irish Coffee
Okay, it’s not technically an Irish whiskey, but it is made with Irish whiskey—so let’s talk about it. I’ve never been someone who enjoys alcohol in my coffee, but my husband does. So, when we spotted the Irished Up Cold Brew Irish Coffee, we couldn’t resist giving it a try. Curious if it’s worth it?…
Sip the Season – Spiced Pear and Whiskey Twist
I picked this up last month but never shared my thoughts—so here’s a quick review of this ready-made cocktail. Here’s the catch—I couldn’t find much info about who makes it or any background details. If you know more, drop your thoughts in the comments! We picked up a 375 ml bottle for $12.99. Now the…
Tree House Distillery Kola Coffee Liqueur
Last year, we visited Tree House Distillery in Deerfield, MA—and spoiler alert: one of the standout samples we absolutely loved was their Kola Coffee Liqueur. That was surprising for me, since I’m usually not a big fan of coffee liqueurs. But this one? It might have changed my mind. Let’s dive in. This liqueur is…
Penelope Cocktails: Apple Cinnamon Old Fashioned
Last year, I raved about Penelope Cocktails’ Black Walnut Old Fashioned (seriously, it was a treat). If you missed it, check out my review on Instagram or the blog—link in bio. But now the real question: does today’s contender steal the spotlight? Let’s find out! This Old Fashioned brings together straight bourbon and rye whiskey,…
Laird’s Blended AppleJack
Christmas week is finally here! Every year, as November fades into December, we head to Cape Cod for our annual Friendsgiving—a tradition filled with laughter, great food,and even better drinks. This year, our friends surprised us with some incredible cocktails, and one bottle stood out: Laird’s Blended Applejack. I had never heard of this brand…
thewhiskeywench 