Over Thanksgiving weekend, we had the chance to sample Bruichladdich Organic 2003 Anns An T-Seann Doigh—a whisky I’d never encountered before. ‘Anns An T-Seann Doigh’ translated from Gaelic as ‘in the traditional way.’ This was Bruichladdich’s first organic release, distilled in 2003 and bottled in 2009. It’s likely no longer available, but I couldn’t resist…
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Crown Royal Chocolate Flavored Whisky
I’ve always been a fan of Crown Royal, and two of my favorite expressions are Northern Harvest Rye and Blackberry. So, when I came across their new chocolate expression, you can imagine I couldn’t resist giving it a try. Let’s dive in! Nose: chocolate and vanilla Palate: sweet, caramel and chocolate, Finish: sweetness with caramel…
Still Austin “The Artist” Straight Rye Whiskey
This is the second expression I’ve had the opportunity to sample from Still Austin. I’ll start by saying that rye whiskies aren’t typically my go-to, but I was intrigued by this one. This expression is crafted from 100% Texas-grown rye and aged for a minimum of two years. Still Austin is a craft distillery located…
Demon Seed Whiskey Dark Chocolate with Maple Sugar
When I saw the new dark chocolate from Goodnow Farms, crafted in collaboration with Boston Harbor Distillery, I didn’t hesitate—I grabbed a bar immediately. As a longtime fan of Demon Seed Whiskey, which we always keep stocked thanks to its versatility, I was curious to see how its bold character would translate into chocolate. I’ve…
Mackinlay’s Rare Old Highland Malt Whisky
At a recent event, I had the rare pleasure of tasting Mackinlay’s Rare Old Highland Malt Whisky — a remarkable recreation of the original whisky shipped to Antarctica in 1907 by the legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton. Crafted to honor that historic expedition, this whisky is both elusive and exceptionally high priced, making it a true…
Ellington Reserve Apple Flavored Whiskey
Apple picking season is here, and this Ellington Reserve Apple Flavored Whiskey caught my eye. Let’s see if it’s ripe for the sipping. Although this whiskey is marketed as Canadian, it’s actually produced by United States Distilled Products Co. in Princeton, Minnesota. From what I could find, it’s likely a blend sourced from Canada. If…
Father’s Day 2025 Whiskey Gift Guide
Father’s Day is just around the corner – less than two weeks away! If your dad enjoys a glass of whiskey, I’ve got you covered. Below is a curated list of whiskies I’ve personally tried and loved over the past year – prefer picks to make his day extra special. Reviews of these are either…
Moon Harbour Dock 1 – Château Rieussec Single Malt Whisky
Last week, I shared my thoughts on a German whisky brand, Nassau. Today, we’re shifting focus to France with a look at Moon Harbour, a distinctive French whisky. Until now, the only French whisky I’d tried was Brenne. Moon Harbour is crafted in Bordeaux and takes its name from the iconic crescent-shaped moon formed by…
Port Askaig 17 Years
We’ve been experiencing a particularly rainy April so far, making it perfect weather for enjoying whisky. In light of this, let’s shine a spotlight on this Port Askaig 17 Years. Port Askaig is a small village situated on the northeast coast of Islay. The Port Askaig brand was established in 2009 by Elixir Distillers, an…
Dark Arts Toasted Mizunara Bourbon
One of my current favorite bourbon brands is Dark Arts Ambura Oak Stave Finished, Small Batch Rye. They had me at cinnamon and just when I thought they couldn’t top that, Dark Arts Toasted Mizunara Bourbon entered the chat. Let’s get right into this. This whiskey has a mash bill of 64% corn, 24% rye,…
Uncle Nearest – Nearest Green
As we celebrate Black History Month, I would like to shine a spotlight on a remarkable whiskey distillery that is not only black-owned but also owned by a woman. This brand, owned by Fawn Weaver, pays tribute to the Legacy of Nathan “Nearest” Green, America’s first-known African American master distiller, who played a significant role…
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…
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