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In 2021 the Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association introduced new standards to define what could

Bourbon did not begin 100 years ago (strike a zero and add a two and you've got it), the centennial marks The presentation is a show-stopper, and the description certainly has my attention: To mark such a historic With more sips comes more baking spices, and a quick two-step of dark chocolate now—think 90%, slightly Simply pouring it into a glass leaves a mark. From learning the vast history of whiskey making to celebrating the passion of the industry, she tastes

What makes this bourbon unique? Chinquapin oak.  On first lifting the glass to my nose, I find a patchwork of woven reeds, a slight earthiness, and dark It's dark, brooding, and slightly imbalanced in the nose. well-aged wood aromas, I'm finding more dampness, signs of decay, and a lean towards more of the exterior bark To go from a 5/5 to a 3/5 in the span of 1 year should mark a real bit of concern.

Years ago, on a brisk and fateful evening in a small Dublin pub, a group of whiskey makers were passionately The result is a new breed of Irish whiskey—an unconventionally styled, yet true Irish spirit markedly I don't discuss or prorate my reviews based on cost, but allow my readers to make their own judgement

Distillery Reserve Mars Single Malt Japanese Blend, a pioneering release that bridges Kentucky bourbon "We are hopeful that this collaboration will open up new possibilities in the art of whiskey-making,” Kazuto Hombo, President of Hombo Shuzo Co, makers of Mars Whisky. The Mars blend also combines Bardstown Bourbon whiskey with their own aging stock. Mr. Bardstown Bourbon Company is pushing the boundaries of innovation while honoring the traditional art of making

This Atlanta, Georgia distillery is just starting to come of age and make a splash in the whiskey world You, my dear reader, have an incredibly unique opportunity to experience ASW distillate; make sure to Another sip shows off dark bread, cinnamon powder, leather and savory dried peach. Returning my nose to the glass reveals more Summer berry trifle tones that make me smile. I'd recommend the Soloist pick for folks who enjoy Chattanooga Whiskey, Maker's 46, and Old Elk Bourbon

It's fitting that this year also marks the 25th anniversary of Sazerac Company's acquisition of the Weller Last year’s Eagle Rare-17-Year-Old Bourbon marked the oldest release of the spirit since its inclusion The whiskey presents a powerful aroma of deep aged wood, rich oak, and dark cherry. Rye spice, smoke, dark cherry, and a touch of licorice jump on the palate.

friends who hail from the land down under, I have not had the pleasure of exploring if they're capable of making Irish, and a budding sub-category in American single malt are all fairly well established in the world market founded the distillery the team has been led by John McDougall, one of the world’s most renowned whisky makers French oak used in Morris' fortified wine business, is available now at an MSRP of $50-60, though your market My last sip makes my tongue say to my brain, "This is a great malt," before a wave of honey-butter and

player on the scene, Barrell Bourbon has continued to distinguish themselves in the competitive whiskey market Using only sourced whiskey from a variety of undisclosed distilleries, Barrell has made a solid mark bill of the final blend on the back label, pair perfectly with the whiskey Barrell pushes into the market Batch 35 hit high marks for me and my fellow reviewer, which begs the question, how will the latest From learning the vast history of whiskey making to celebrating the passion of the industry, she tastes

More than just marketing, this is a motion for quality, as there is no denying it is a costly business Once the glencairn is relinquished of its whiskey, I smell dark molasses, brown sugar, and graham cracker Palate:  Upon first letting the liquid beyond the lips, one finds a wave of fruit: dark, sticky, juicy Further sips dance back into candyland, presenting a sweet, genteel whiskey with notes of dark salted the 2023 release of their 10 year rye that I also reviewed , which was ultimately used as a quality marker

Michter's explains their process on their website, saying: The year 2025 marks the first release of Another sip elevates dark chocolate, espresso bean, and nutmeg in a swirling, building way that feels If you like those dark, brooding tones on a well-aged whiskey, or are a fan of French oak in general,

Every evolution of oak can be perceived here from leaf to bark to grain to earth. Cask strength lovers are in for a rich wave of dark fruit and spice like a well made mulled wine on first The linger is dark and moody with plum pudding, sticky honey and slightly savory baking spices. While this is an exceptionally delicious whiskey - it doesn't have the wow factor to earn my top mark