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123 Organic Extra Añejo Diablito Tequila
Distiller Score 95
Though this spirit is at a considerable age for a tequila, the aromas wafting from the glass still have the youthful exuberance of fresh agave, with a hint of brown sugar. The palate is a mouth-watering mix of vanilla, stewed agave and cinnamon with toasty oak flavors, orange zest and dill. An intriguing note of sesame adds a richness that tastes a bit like halvah candy, yet it never feels too heavy or weighed down. Though most would reach for this as an after-dinner drink, it's still light enough to enjoy as an aperitif.
Reviewed by Amanda Schuster
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New Amsterdam Gin
Distiller Score 76
Sweet orange peel takes over on the nose with the herbal grass notes coming in a distant second. New Amsterdam Gin is oily and sweet on your palate with the juniper tough to suss out as is its intention to remain in the background. On that front, they've succeeded. The finish is just orange and black pepper. Drink recommendation? Definitely not a martini. Perhaps try something with fresh citrus juice like a Salty Dog cocktail--grapefruit juice and gin with a salted rim served over ice.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C919
Distiller Score 91
One of the better examples of balancing elegance and strength within Kentucky bourbon. Aromas of a great Thanksgiving spread - sweet potatoes, sage, stewed fruit, and pepper! And very nuanced for the proof as well. The palate is coating from front to back with pepper, caramel and char. With a little water, more melon and vanilla notes emerge.
Reviewed by Colin Howard
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Chivas Regal 13 Year Manchester United Special Edition
Distiller Score 86
This release from Chivas is all about balance. The nose is clean and bright with buttered biscuit, honeycomb, and more subtle percolations of dried stone fruit in the background. The palate is even and gentle and opens with a very charming buttered pancake flavor. Notes of white pepper and sea salt add some complexity in the finish.
Reviewed by Colin Howard
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Svedka Vodka
Distiller Score 75
Not too much aromatically going on aside from the fumy alcohol notes. A touch sweet as you taste, the peppery/alcohol bite comes quickly on the thin body. Bitter on the finish. Not one to sip neat. Put it to work in a punch if you must.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Rémy Martin Tercet
Distiller Score 90
The cognac begins with loads of primary fruit aromas, but there are also a few floral scents and a touch of milk chocolate. It's soft and plush on the palate revealing an orange peel note and light barrel spices which help to provide some depth. Although the Terect is fruit-forward, it isn't one-note. An enjoyable sip which will have you going back for more. A nice addition to the Rémy portfolio.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Weller Full Proof Bourbon
Distiller Score 92
Baked apples and vanilla are showcased on the nose, along with fiery cinnamon. The palate offers vanilla bean, baking spices, sour cherries, and cassia bark. The finish turns to the drier and more medicinal side, with spearmint, tannic oak, leather, and milk chocolate truffles. Quite sippable despite the high proof, with a pleasantly lengthy finish.
Reviewed by Jake Emen
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Saint Brendan’s Irish Cream
Distiller Score 89
Though it has a sweet, vanilla-forward aroma, this Irish cream is not cloying on the palate. Instead, it has a rich, buttery texture along with a subtle, but pleasantly balancing hint of whiskey. Though there's a touch of marshmallow-like sweetness, it isn't overpowering. Saint Brendan's Irish Cream would lend nice flavor and texture to cocktails or a simple cup of coffee.
Reviewed by Anna Archibald
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GlenDronach Master Vintage 1993 25 Year
Distiller Score 92
Sherry rancio kicks off the sultry nose, thanks to its quarter century of maturation time, along with walnuts, hazelnuts, chocolate fudge and prunes. The palate is rich and layered, with plums, ripe red fruits, beeswax, almond butter, and dark chocolate. The finish offers orange zest, with oak, spice and cocoa powder.
Reviewed by Jake Emen
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