Old Emmer is a private‑label whiskey you’ll mostly find at Total Wine. It comes out of Kentucky, and there’s some chatter that it might be produced at Buffalo Trace. It uses an ancient Emmer wheat strain in its high‑wheat mash bill—something you don’t come across every day. During my visit to Total Wine, I spotted…
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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…
The Citizen’s 3rd Annual Burns Night
My whiskey journey started many years ago, and throughout that time, Citizens has been one of our go‑to spots in Boston for trying new pours. We’ve been coming here since it first opened in 2010—back when it was Citizens Public House & Oyster Bar. It’s where I tried Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year for…
Aberlour A’Bunadh 60.9% Cask Strength
We’ve officially reached the last week of February. And just when you thought spring was around the corner—well, not so fast. If you’re on the East Coast, you know we’re currently under a blizzard warning. So, as you hunker down and ride out the snow, here’s a good whisky to keep you warm and toasty….
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19-Year Small Batch Release: Batch TB/03-10.10.01/21.BL
This past Christmas, a friend surprised us with an incredible gift: the Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19-Year Small Batch Release (Batch TB/03-10.10.01/21.BL). Before this, we had the pleasure of enjoying Batch TB/02-18.09.00/20.JT, so naturally, I’m excited to see how this release compares. But first, a few additional notes before diving in. Traigh Bhan (pronounced “tri-van”) is…
Buchanan’s Deluxe 12-Year Blended Scotch Whisky
I’ve strolled past this expression at the liquor store countless times without giving it a chance. But when I noticed it in a mini last month, I figured it was the perfect opportunity to finally try it—especially since I’m a fan of their Pineapple expression. Time to find out whether skipping it all this time…
UPDATE: Isle of Skye Whisky 12-Year
This whisky review has remained one of the most popular pieces on my blog. With our bottle now officially finished, I thought it was an ideal time to look back at the impressions we recorded when we first opened it in August 2024. Did it live up to our expectations? Is it worth buying again?…
Bruichladdich Organic 2003 Anns An T-Seann Doigh
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…
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…
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