It had been a long time since I’d had anything from Bully Boy. That all changed recently when my husband told me they had released a line of canned cocktails. As soon as I heard one of them featured bourbon, I was on a mission to track them down… and thankfully, I found them. For…
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Toucan Old Fashioned Cocktail
This brand caught my eye because it’s not your typical ready-to-drink cocktail that you simply pour over ice and serve. With this one, you get to play bartender for a minute, no fancy equipment required. Their whole concept is that cocktails should taste as fresh as the moment they’re made. As for the name Toucan,…
Penelope Cocktails: Blackberry Old Fashioned
Penelope has dropped another ready-to-pour cocktail, and with this heat wave, and my ongoing mission to try as many ready-made cocktails as possible, you know I had to give it a shot. Let’s crack it open and see if it’s worth adding to your cart. This Old Fashioned is made with a blend of straight…
Straightaway Oregon Old Fashioned
With temperatures expected to reach 100 degrees in Boston today, there’s no escaping the heat. So come along as I review another ready-made Old Fashioned because, when it’s this hot, a cold cocktail sounds just about perfect. Straightaway Cocktails is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in ready-to-drink cocktails. The Old Fashioned I picked up…
Hochstadter’s Slow & Low Rye Old Fashioned
If you’re a whiskey lover like I am, it’s hard to beat a good Old Fashioned, especially when it’s as simple as pouring it over ice. But can a bottled version capture that same experience? Today, we’re taking a look at Hochstadter’s Slow & Low Rye Old Fashioned, a ready-to-pour cocktail from The Cooper Spirits…
Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon Whiskey
I’ve always been a big fan of Wild Turkey Rare Breed. In fact, until this weekend, it was the only Wild Turkey bourbon I’d ever tasted. After finally getting my hands on a mini bottle of Wild Turkey 101, I was eager to see how it stacked up. Here are my thoughts. Nose: vanilla, cinnamon…
Watchpost Whiskey
Yesterday I attended a launch party for Watchpost Whiskey at The Citizen in Boston. As many of you know, Citizen has been one of our go-to spots for trying new whiskey since it opened back in 2010 so, if you’re a whiskey lover in Boston and haven’t been yet, it’s worth a visit. Watchpost is…
On The Rocks Spiced Pear Whiskey Sour
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…
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…
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…
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