The warm weather has finally arrived here in Massachusetts, and you know what means – it’s time to swap out the whiskey for something more refreshing. Well, sort of. Let’s bring out the whiskey cocktails! A little over two years ago, I tried the Jameson Ginger & Lime ready-to-drink cocktail and really enjoyed it. So,…
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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…
Update: The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Years
We’ve just finished our bottle of Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year, and it’s time to share our final thoughts. To be completely honest – no need to sugarcoat it – this is an outstanding whisky. Without hesitation, we’d absolutely buy again. Let’s revisit the tasting notes. Nose: fruit, toffee and sweetness Palate: creamy, vanilla, sweet,…
Hirsch The Horizon and The Bivouac
The first Hirsch expression I tasted was their Single Barrel Double Oak – an exceptional pour that did leave an impression. Since then, I’ve sampled The Horizon and The Bivouac. Let’s dive in and see how these two compare. The Horizon Nose: Vanilla and oak Palate: spices, cinnamon, pepper and oak Finish: oaky and peppery…
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…
Nassau Straight German Single Malt Whisky
Recently, I had the opportunity of sampling Nassau, a German Single Malt Whisky. This whisky is crafted in the historic Henrich Habel Distillery, established in 1878. Now let’s dive in. Nose: oak and sweetness Palate: honey, malt and light smoke Finish: sweet and hints of smoke Cost: $59.99 ABV: 40% Let me begin by sharing…
The GlenAllachie 12-Year
Now here is a distillery that has truly impressed me, led by the experienced Master Distiller Billy Walker, who has over 50 years of industry expertise. GlenAllachie has transitioned from being solely a component for premium blends to taking center stage as a single malt whisky brand. This 12-year expression is part of their core…
The Dalmore Port Wood Reserve
I am a huge fan of Dalmore; I own their 14-year expression as well as their King Alexander III, which happens to be my favorite among their range. Recently, I had the opportunity to try their Poor Wood Reserve, and while I did enjoy it, I wouldn’t consider it one of my top preferences. Let’s…
Bruichladdich 18-Years
When Bruichladdich comes to mind, peated whisky is often the first thing that I associate with it. However, it’s important to note that now all Bruichladdich whiskies are peated. This Bruichladdich 18-Year expression is one of those unpeated variations. Now let’s dive into the details of this whisky. This expression is crafted by utilizing…
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,…
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….
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