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Diageo has put out one Flora and Fauna series using Benrinnes, but few people have been able to assign a distinct character to the malt whisky producer to this day. subtle character that presents slightly savory, like a bit of barbecue rub left spilled on the counter TL;DR: Flat whisky full of odd flavors and aromas Rating:  3/5 ( Middle of the road whiskey. Despite setting out to try to discover the underlying character of Benrinnes, I've only become befuddled

After a few sips, the whiskey gets a touch complacent in its character, finding revelry in boisterously TL;DR: An evolving pour that runs right in the comfort zone for a patient, longtime enthusiast Rating With subtle undulations in quality and character, this is the kind of pour that will reward those who While this is certainly good, it's not quite Jack Daniel's 14 year good. You can find my review for the 14 year expression here , and if you're really loving my writing, feel

Rating: 3/5

Very faint leather, like smelling a bound book sitting down in your lap. Very light, airy & open space feel to it. Fresh, floral Spring air. Rating: 4/5

distillery, the 2025 release of Cellar Aged is the oldest whiskey Maker's has ever released, with a 14 Loretto, KY Whiskey Type:  Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey Mash Bill Percentages:  70% corn, 16% wheat, 14% malted barley Proof / ABV:  112.9° / 56.45% Age:  11 year (a blend of 74% 11 year, 10% 13 year, and 16% 14 TL;DR: A bountiful surprise of complexity, depth, and flavor that will leave you smiling ear to ear Rating It was one of the clear standout pours of the 12 day exchange and got very similar ratings from my 11

After 14 years, it is then finished in American oak casks that previously held a blend of West Indian Distillery Whiskey Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky Mash Bill Percentages: 100% Malted Barley Proof: 86° Age: 14 The rum finish is barely perceptible here, a testament to the fact that the base whisky is what really Rating: 3/5 (Decent. I can go either way on it.) It serves as a wonderful introduction to Scotch if you don't know where to start.

A 14 year rye in today's market is not unheard of, but it's certainly becoming more of a rarity. Orphan Barrel describes this release on the side label saying: Coming across a 14-year-old Rye is rare Whiskey Type: Straight Rye Whiskey Mash Bill Percentages: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley Proof: 90° Age: 14 nose without sacrificing aroma volume; the sweet notes are all rising to the surface as most of the 14 The evolution of flavors here is slow, undulating, comfortable and of exceptional quality.

While single cask official bottlings of this distillery are rare, they can be found rather frequently Rating:  4/5 ( Really good. I want one of these on my shelf.) This whisky shines on its own. the unique experience that Royal Brackla can provide, which is a wonderful one to sit with during a rare

"Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world. 51% corn content to use that name. 51% wheat being utilized should give this a distinctly different character the 15th edition of Parker's Heritage Collection that released in September of 2021 at an MSRP of $140 At times, I find some other Bardstown, Kentucky character. consistent with the rest of the pour: enjoyable, utterly unique, but lacking the last bit of oomph to be exceptional

Combining these together after 30-plus years was very intentional, as the fresh sherry butt was filled TL;DR: A leathery, sweet, old, and bold concoction well fit for consumption Rating: 5/5 (Just wow. What an exceptional whiskey. It still serves as a wonderful example of what the blending team behind Redbreast is capable of.

Given how rare and wonderful these examples are, it's only right that we spend a little time to honor revealed it is still a clean 96.6° (48.3% ABV) after 93 years of storage in the screw top bottle Age:  14 There's a decent bit of citrusy rye character that shines through on subsequent tastes, but overall it's

I know many people have been digging the sweeter strawberry cereal flavors off Batch 15, but 14 has always Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low Rye < 10%) Proof: 130.2° Age: NAS (~8 years) Further identification: Batch 14 Rating: 5/5 (Just wow. One of my favorites.)