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Today, we proudly announce the arrival of “Old Monongahela Full Proof Rye Whiskey,” a testament to the Based on a storied recipe beloved for centuries, our “Old Monongahela Full Proof Rye Whiskey” pays homage a blend of six barrels ranging from 3.5 to 4.5 years old. Care for the perspective of someone who has tasted the old stuff? The empty glass smells of a verdant forest floor, leather-bound books, and breakfast doilies littered

The Spring 2023 release of Old Fitzgerald brings us a return to a relatively low age statement after malted barley Proof: 100° Age: 10 years Further identification: This is the Spring 2023 Release of Old

Rye, 12% Barley Proof: 90° Age: 18 years Further identification: On the left of the picture is the "old right of the picture is the "new label"; the newer batch being bottled 9/14/2018 from Barrel 4502; the old label could not be identified further from the person who provided the sample Old label Flash Review Final Ranking: Old Label > New Label on grounds of impressive complexity and depth For some reason the palate on the "Old Label" felt very muted.

Old Fitzgerald BiB - 11 Year (Fall 2021) Company on Label: Old Fitzgerald Whiskey Type: Wheated Bourbon Fitzgerald BiB - 14 Year (Fall 2020) Company on Label: Old Fitzgerald Whiskey Type: Wheated Bourbon is from the Fall release of 2020; it was provided to me in a 2oz sample from a friend's open bottle Old Rating: 4/5 Old Fitzgerald 14 Year Review Nose: Indulgent, creamy caramel forward first nosing. Rating: 4/5 Final Ranking: Old Fitz 14 > Old Fitz 11 The 14 year release was really close to earning

Anecdotally, this is where I think Old Ezra shines.

Today we have a fun one for Amongst the Whiskey - a Japanese malt whisky! While I've primarily reviewed Irish whiskey, bourbon and rye previously, there has been a lot of buzz on malt lately. I have explored a few Japanese whiskies in my past, but none stood out to me as particularly convincing to enjoy on any consistent basis moving forward. I am however always open to new things, and even more eager to have my perceptions changed by new experiences, so I will be going in here with an open mind. This is a relatively new distillery, and from what I've gathered from some of my fine friends on the web, a vision of owner Kimio Yonezawa that's been a long time coming from a family rich in the history of brewing and distilling. If you're interested in learning more about the origin story here, I'd recommend reading this article from nomunication.jp. It's a great read on the history of the brand as well as some of the intricate details I know you whiskey nerds (like me) will love. I'd like to thank Hatozaki Whisky who were kind enough to send this along for a review with no strings attached. Now let's have a taste! Company on Label: Kaikyo Distillery (Akashi Sake Brewery) Whiskey Type: Japanese Blended Malt Whisky Mash Bill Percentages: 100% Malted Barley Proof: 92° Age: 12 years Further identification: This small batch product was primarily aged 12 years in American oak casks before spending 6 months in barrels that previously held Umeshu liqueur, which is produced from small plums called ume Nose: I smell soft grape soda from a distance as I move this glass closer towards me. Oily, bright, decadent plum presents powerfully from below my beard as the glass gets closer to nose height. Diving fully in I begin to find light milk chocolate, sugar cookie and coffee bean aromas. It's viscous and oily in the nose-feel like many well-aged Irish whiskies tend to have. Everything presents delicate, fruity and easy on the nose. A deep inhale builds in just a hint of slightly savory sea salt and olive oil. Returning my nose to the glass from a sip adds in light hints of amaretto, dragonfruit, and pomegranate. Overall this glass continues to be exquisitely delicate and fun to explore. Hints of anise, sweet tarts and bright florals can be found late in the glass. The now empty bulb of my glencairn smells like light charred oak, ambrosia perfume and raisin. Palate: On first sip I'm greeted with fig jam, funky earth and marsala wine - undoubtedly a parallel to the Umeshu liqueur which is unfortunately lost on me due to the lack of personal experience with the spirit. Like the nose, this once again reminds me of Irish whiskey, particularly ones that are sherry finished. I can tell already that I would probably be a fan of ume based on these comparative notes. Another sip shows off more zest now with expressed lemon peel and grapefruit coming through. Chewing a bit elicits a comfortable wave of earthiness amidst a creamy mouth coating of thin caramel sauce. The linger has a touch of sassafras and root beer that I dig. Further sips refine away complexity at this point, but approachability remains high. My last sip tastes of caraway seed, granola and earthy graham cracker. Rating: 4/5 (Really good; I want one of these on my shelf.) This is the perfect introduction to the Japanese whisky scene for an Irish whiskey lover to explore; the parallels to some of my favorite whiskeys from Midleton are prevalent all throughout. I am definitely also interested in trying Umeshu liqueur now, because there were a lot of similarities to sherry or madeira that I was finding. Ultimately this was a really fun whisky to sit with and explore; the whole experience is thoroughly interesting and enjoyable if you're good at dissecting low proof whiskies. While this might not be something I venture into regularly still, I'd definitely recommend trying this one for yourself. Between three tastings, I had two very positive experiences and one slightly lackluster tasting. This may not be one for a late night or a 2nd pour of the day, but it truly shines on a fresh palate. Let me know down in the comment section if these tasting notes sound up your alley or not!

Old Soul is out with another cool bottle! My last sip is a real treat with an orange peel dominating an old fashioned flavor profile I can't live

of its warehouse - Notes of apricot pits vs the flesh (pure pits) - Compare to and drink alongside Old Forester 1920 Well if this can hang alongside the likes of a classic in Old Forester 1920, I'm probably

If you liked the 21 and 24 Year Old, you’re going to love the 28. Palate: My first sip is much like the old Brora example from the nose; this whiskey comes across as burly

Old Soul... Meet old floors. I don't know if I've ever found a more relatable label than Old Soul. I had previously tried one of Old Soul's recent blends in brief passing where I was impressed by a nice Mash Bill Percentages: 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley Proof: 109° Age: NAS, but assumed 4-5 years old

The latest release from Heaven Hill's highly coveted Old Fitzgerald decanter series comes with another Hill did a great write-up on all things wheat, and I've covered plenty of the previous releases of Old Company on Label:  Old Fitzgerald Distillery (Distilled at the Bernheim Distillery, which Heaven Hill It's utterly comfortable, like that old pair of boots that fits just right day in and day out. Buy Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 8 Year Bourbon

I looked at the fill level on this Old Elk single barrel bourbon pick and realized I have to get on this Company on Label: Old Elk Whiskey Type: Bourbon Mash Bill Percentages: 51% corn, 15% rye, 34% malted like I could be on a pirate ship trying to figure out the brandy barrel from the rum barrel from the Old