Reviews

Tullamore D.E.W. XO Rum Cask

8 / 10

Seth Lyon April 27, 2019 Whiskey 86 Proof, Irish Whiskey, Rum Cask, Tullamore Dew

To create a whiskey with a distinctive tropical fruit kick, the folks behind Tullamore D.E.W. have finished their whiskey (made with a blend of single pot still, single malt and grain whiskies) in casks that previously held Caribbean rum. They have achieved what they set out to do – this one boasts plenty of fruit, […]

Kilbeggan Classic Irish Whiskey

8 / 10

Seth Lyon April 27, 2019 Whiskey 86 Proof, Irish Whiskey, Kilbeggan

A double distilled blended whiskey, Kilbeggan manages to be both complex and approachable at the same time, making it the ideal introduction for those exploring the world of Irish whiskey. Its double distillation gives it a robust profile with more character than blends that are triple distilled. Nose Sweet caramel, vanilla and toasted wood aromas. […]

Bushmills Black Bush 10 Year

6.5 / 10

Seth Lyon April 27, 2019 Whiskey 10 Year, 80 Proof, Bushmills, Irish Whiskey

Bushmills, Black Bush Irish Whiskey combines a high amount of malt whiskey matured in former Oloroso Sherry casks, with a sweet, batch-distilled grain whiskey. This unique recipe means Black Bush has rich, fruity notes and a deep intense character, balanced by an incredibly unique smoothness. It’s best enjoyed neat, or over ice.

Redbreast 12 Year Old

8 / 10

Seth Lyon April 27, 2019 Whiskey 12 Year, 80 Proof, Irish Whiskey

Full of aroma and flavor, Redbreast 12 Year Old benefits from a strong contribution from distillates which have matured in Oloroso sherry casks, giving it its trademark Christmas cake character.

Suntory Toki

6.5 / 10

Richard Bourbon December 2, 2018 Whiskey Japanese Whiskey

Suntory Holdings Limited is a Japanese brewing and distilling company group. Established in 1899, it is one of the oldest companies in the distribution of alcoholic beverages in Japan, and makes Japanese whisky. Its business has expanded to other fields, and the company now also makes soft drinks and operates sandwich chains. With its 2014 […]

Jefferson Ocean Project

6.5 / 10

Richard Bourbon December 2, 2018 Bourbon Jefferson, Ocean Bourbon

This bourbon started out as an experiment with just three bourbon barrels on Trey’s friend, Chris Fischer of OCEARCH’s ship, in a curious effort to discover what would happen if bourbon was left to weather the extreme elements: temperature fluctuations, salt air and the gentle rocking of the ship. The result was a thick, dark […]

Wayne Gretzky 99

7 / 10

Richard Bourbon December 2, 2018 Whiskey Wayne Gretzky, Whiskey

At first sight, this bright straw-gold whisky has a ruby red hue. At first swirl, top notes of toasty new oak, almond nuttiness, caramel and vanilla rise from the glass followed by underlying notes that suggest nutmeg and stone fruit. Adding a touch of water brings out further notes of sweet spice and dark raisin. […]

Pikesville

7.5 / 10

Richard Bourbon December 2, 2018 Whiskey 100 Proof, Pikesville, Rye Whiskey

Pikesville Straight Rye Whiskey refuses to be forgotten. First produced in Maryland in the 1890s, the brand, along with the rest of the once-booming Maryland Rye industry, was shuttered by prohibition. The brand reemerged after prohibition and became the last standing Maryland Rye, as the rest of the industry’s production had ceased. Now produced in […]

Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey

6.5 / 10

Richard Bourbon December 2, 2018 Whiskey 100 Proof, Rittenhouse, Rye Whiskey

A rye whiskey in the Pennsylvania style, this “carries a famous old Philadelphia name”. Very tasty and aromatic.

Jameson Black Barrel

7 / 10

Richard Bourbon December 2, 2018 Whiskey Black Barrel, Charred Barrels, Jameson

Jameson Black Barrel is a whiskey comprised of (a high proportion of) single pot still and grain whiskey aged first in a mix of ex-sherry and ex-bourbon. The whiskey is then aged in extra charred ex-bourbon barrels, hence the name. The age of the whiskey ranges from 8-16 years of age.

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