Tastes

Shit on HP is well deserved but this remains a classic and delivers each and every time. Can’t beat this for a balanced, well-aged single malt

Solid 93-94/100 for me, and that could increase as the bottle has a chance to open up. Beautifully rich and textured, with a subtle spice over top the creamy oaky vanilla. Delicious

Always impressed with this one. It’s a classic wheater with the flavor turned up at a near-perfect proof. Not as rich as some, but challenging enough

New top American whisky in my collection...on par with BTAC pours that I’ve had. Phenomenal

Needed this one tonight to punch me in the mouth. Crazy way to start the week 😅

It’s fresh, piney, “organic”. What I consider to be a “Scotchy-scotch” in true Highlands style, which generally isn’t my personal preference. But this is quality, so I like it. Not something I’ll drink regularly but it fills a gap in the collection.

Nice leathery nose although the palate disappointed a bit in complexity and depth. Interesting to try a 28-yr bourbon though, probably the oldest I’ve seen.

Excellent Wild Turkey high-rye bourbon that noses like a rye and tastes like a caramel bomb. Rye comes back on the finish and the entire experience is rich, complex, and leaves you wanting more. The low ABV might hold back the finish slightly but improves the nose, which I'll take in this case. Try it!

This immediately jumped close to the top of my list of not in the #1 spot. It’s not surprising since I love Islay, Caol Ila, and higher aged expressions. This one is a subtle peat but so expressive and complex. Beautiful!