Tastes
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Finally got the opportunity to try the Hakushu 12. I was very excited, but it quickly faded away adtwr my first sip. This is not a bad whiskey, as for me it reminded me of a Speyside scotch, but considering the current prices for the Hakushu and Yamazaki, there are better options. Today’s prices are about being selective, not anout the spirit. I was expecting a little more peat on the nose and palate, but for me, it was muted. A little fruity, more apples than orange. Overall, good120.0 USD per Bottle
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Somehow Glenmo was able to put the spirit of a forest in a bottle. A light peat in the background made this a pleasant dram for me. On the nose I got aromas of forest rain, wet wood, and fruity notes. The palate was sweet with the part lingering in the background. Overall, a good drink.95.0 USD per Bottle
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American Highway Reserve Bourbon (Route 2)
Bourbon — (bottled in) Kentucky, USA
Reviewed October 9, 2022 (edited December 6, 2023)Suggested by a liquor store owner, I decided to give it a shot (not sure if he just wanted to get rid of the inventory or recommend a good dram). On the nose, there was something familiar and nice. A little oak, caramel, dark sugar... overall, nothing insulting. On the palate, it was good, with more oak and caramel notes and a little licorice toward the back end (at least for me). The finish was soft, medium lasting, but at 49%, this hits me on the spot. Not too hot, not too spicy, easy sipper. The cost is another subject. Overall, I think this is a good and easy sipper, but for the price of $80, in my area, is too much. For that price, you can get a Russell Reserve's Single Barrel, two Russell Reserve 10 years, or two Eagle Rare (if you can find them at MSRP). But I guess this is the trend with celebrity whiskeys. Outsource whiskey from reputable brands, do something different with them (put them in a trailer) and sell them at a higher price.80.0 USD per Bottle -
Highland Park Cask Strength Release No. 1
Single Malt — Islands, Scotland
Reviewed September 14, 2022 (edited September 15, 2022)Opened this bottle and the aroma was very intriguing. Fruity and vanilla with a hint of peat, but the heat was on. It took several drops of water to calm the beast. The finish was long, but pleasant. I will have to comeback to this in a few months. -
Laphroaig 16 Year
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed September 4, 2022 (edited September 26, 2022)When I first opened the bottle, I got that great peat notes on the nose, with what I thought was bacon. I let it rest for about 20 minutes and the notes of meat/bacon disappear, and instead, I got some citrus and ash, but the ash note was not offensive. The palate gave me notes of smoked meat, iodine, ash, and a little saltiness. The finish is nice and long with the peat staying with you for the ride. A few drops of water toned down the peat notes on the nose and gave me a little pepper on the palate. I will have to come back to this in a few months to see how it develops. -
I wanted one of the previous HP-15, but could not find one, so when this was released, I didn't twice about it. On the nose, there's peat, a little more present than I expected, but not too bad. I also got notes of citrus zest (lemon type), and maybe a little brine. The palate was nice, with more lemon zest notes, and choco notes (after a few swirls), is that right? a little bit towards the end, and the finish is long, with the peat lingering a little. I need to compare this with other HPs..
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Aberfeldy 18 Year French Red Wine Cask Finish (2020 Pauillac Edition)
Single Malt — Highland, Scotland
Reviewed September 4, 2022This is the first Aberfeldy Scotch I have tried and it didn't disappoint. The nose is fruity, with honey, berry, apples, and maybe a little cinnamon sugar (like in a cinnamon roll) and a little mint. The palate brings more honey, pepper, and a little oak. The finish is a little dry and medium lasting, with more pepper/spice at the end. Overall a very nice drink. I think I got this on sale for just over $100. At that price, anytime/any day. -
Well, I got the "funk" note from Campbeltown on the nose with a little vanilla and honey, maybe a little ash. The palate was pleasant with a little sweetness, some peat, and spicy/pepper. The finish was medium-long, with the pepper notes lasting a little longer than expected. Overall I think this is ok, if you like that Campbeltown funk. After trying a few whiskies from that area, I have to honestly say that is not my type of whisky. It's not bad, but I tend to prefer Highland, Islands better.
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