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Review: Three new Eades “Double Malt” whiskies
This is the second edition of the Eades “Double Malts.” Like the first round, these whiskies are finished in various wine casks, and this influence is evident. (Note all the fruit flavor descriptors.) Unlike the first round, these whiskies are a bit older, and I think it has improved the bottlings overall.
There’s a lot going […]
Review: Mackillop’s Choice “Glenlivet”, 1977 Vintage
Sorry, no image for this one. Have a great Memorial Day weekend everyone. Monday is a holiday, so I won’t be back until Tuesday. See you then!
Mackillop’s Choice (distilled at Glenlivet), 1977 Vintage, 30 year old, (Cask #19786), 43%, $180
Once again Lorne Mackillop demonstrates his talent to select whiskies with beautiful balance. This time it’s […]
Review: Early Times (150th Anniversary Edition) Kentucky Whisky
Early Times (150th Anniversary Edition) Kentucky Whisky, 50%, $12/375ml
A special, limited edition release of Early Times whisky. Described as “Old Style Sour Mash” on the label. Simple, straight-forward notes of soft vanilla, sweet corn, light caramel, golden raisin, and (with some coaxing) subtle anise.Youthful on the palate, with a rather harsh, oak finish. I’m happy […]
Review: Springbank, Oloroso Sherry Butt, 12 yr. old
Springbank, Oloroso Sherry Butt, 12 year old, 51.5%, $113
Full sherry impact, but the Springbank character does manage to fight its way through it. Thick, sweet notes of toffee and molasses are accentuated by dark raisin, golden raisin, prune, date nut cake, and fruit gum drops. Nutty, briny, rhum agricole finish. A Springbank for sherry lovers. […]
Review: Ardbeg Supernova (2010 Release)
Sorry to keep you waiting…
Ardbeg Supernova (2010 Release), 60.1%, $130
Very dynamic, complex and powerful. Here’s what I’m picking up, in somewhat descending order in taste profile: leafy smoke, coal tar, mocha fudge with dark chocolate chips, smoked olive, peppered seaweed salad, fruit (lemon, lime), genever, brine-tinged grass, and (with some coaxing) floral notes (violet?). Compared […]
Tomorrow: My review of the Ardbeg Supernova (2010 release)
I received my review bottle yesterday while I was out of town on business. I’ll be reviewing it formally today, comparing it to last year’s release (see picture), and posting up my review here tomorrow.
Something to look forward to. Stay tuned!
Review: Caribou Crossing Canadian Whisky
Caribou Crossing, Single Barrel, 40%, $50
For those of you who think Canadian whiskies are thin and bland, you might want to give this whisky a try. No, it’s not a new concept in Canadian whisky, like Forty Creek. It’s still very much a “traditional” Canadian whisky. But, when compared to most traditional Canadian whiskies, it […]
Review: The Dalmore 18 year old
The Dalmore, 18 year old, 43%, $150
Aged in American oak for 14 years and then finished off in Spanish sherry butts for several more. A rich, lush, sherried Dalmore expression. Fruity notes of succulent orange, strawberry rhubarb tart, and sultana on a bed of toffee and vanilla. A peppering of cinnamon, lemon rock candy, chocolate-covered […]
Review: Maker’s Mark “46″ Bourbon
Maker’s Mark “46”, 47%, $34
This is original “Red Wax” Maker’s Mark bourbon that received additional aging in barrels containing internal “seared” French Oak staves. The original Maker’s Mark, being a wheated bourbon (instead of rye, which is typically used), is a rather mellow, easy-to-drink bourbon. The French Oak staves in “46” add firm, complex, dry […]
Review: Glenfarclas 40 year old
Glenfarclas, 40 year old, 46%, $460
Glenfarclas has a proven track record for aging very well. I’ve enjoyed some amazing 25 and 30 year old expressions, in addition to some older vintage offerings. Does this new 40 year old follow suit? Absolutely! It’s complex, well-rounded, with great depth and no excessive oak. Lush, candied citrus (especially orange), […]