Tastes
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Fearless Wheat Whiskey
Wheat Whiskey — New York, USA
Reviewed October 23, 2019 (edited December 9, 2019)Appearance: I really liked looking into my glass and seeing this wheat whiskey. Its football leather dark brown color was impressive, while its thin viscous legs clung to the inside. Nose: The nose was complex and hard to pin down, much like the exact location of Carmen Sandiego. But as is common and nice in wheats, it was overall welcoming and flowery. Notes of candy sweetness, cherry Twizzler, maple syrup, candy corn, kiwi fruit, and some stranger notes of soggy campfire, pine sap, and steamed cauliflower made themselves known. Taste: On the palate was a noticeably oily mouthfeel. Notes emerged such as sour tree sap, tart Granny Smith apple, barrel char and tannins, and buttered bread. It was nice but not overwhelming. Finish: There was a nice and mellow yet lingering cinnamon finish. Thoughts: I appreciate the fact that wheat whiskey is a growing category. This offering I’d say is a worthy addition to the lineup. Yes, it has its typical wheat soft floralness, but it also has a ruggedness to it as well. If you have the opportunity, I’d definitely recommend giving it a try! Catskill Distilling, thank you much! Cheers!50.0 USD per Bottle -
Redemption Straight Bourbon
Bourbon — Indiana, USA
Reviewed October 17, 2019 (edited December 9, 2019)Appearance: This MGP bourbon was a light caramel syrup color. It also had thick semi-watery legs that jogged their way down my Glencairn’s interior. Nose: The nose possessed notes of strong ethanol at first, followed by classic caramel and vanilla, cherry, honey, and dry grass and leaves. Taste: The palate had a watery mouthfeel and some barrel bite, with notes of caramel, vanilla, and a weird sour note, but overall it was pretty boring. Finish: The finish was bitter with tannins and long with a light burning on the back of the throat. Thoughts: So this is our well bourbon at the cocktail bar I work at, and the cocktails made with this whiskey are great, however, drank neat, this isn’t really all that special, though I’m happy I tried it. It has basically just the typical bourbon notes, but even those aren’t great. As a mixer it’s great, but there are better whiskeys out there. Thanks MGP. Cheers!8.0 USD per Pour -
Cragganmore 12 Year
Single Malt — Speyside, Scotland
Reviewed October 12, 2019 (edited May 15, 2020)Appearance: This underrated single malt is a caramel syrup color. Thin semi watery legs decorate the glass walls. Nose: The nose is overall sweet with notes of, heathery honey, dry hay, candied pecans, salted cashews, pear and green apple, and a light peat note making things a bit more interesting. Taste: The palate has a creamy mouthfeel with notes of slight ashy peat smoke, red fruits like cherry and plum, apple, fresh grass, and sea salt. It’s quite delicious. Finish: The finish is medium length with a cantaloupe note. Thoughts: This whisky was very enjoyable. I’m very glad I got a bottle and would definitely recommend it to anyone who has a taste for the Speyside region but wants a gentle intro into peat. Thank you, Diageo and Cragganmore Distillery! Sláinte!50.0 USD per Bottle -
291 American Whiskey
Other Whiskey — Colorado, USA
Reviewed October 6, 2019 (edited December 9, 2019)Appearance: This bourbon mash patriotic offering is a light honey gold color, and extremely thin and oily legs slowly crawl their way down the glass. Nose: The nose is smokey and almost salty, like salted almonds salty. There are other notes such as honey and heather, some florality, cut grass, and minus the strong note of aspen dust, this batch is really smelling like highland scotch territory. Taste: The palate has heat initially, a dry chalky mouthfeel, then very faint notes of vanilla and caramel, and some notes of spinach and plum. I noticed this taste differed from the smell immensely. Finish: I perceive a lingering dry cinnamony finish. Thoughts: I am drinking from bottle 19-0425, and though I really enjoy the nose, the taste could be better in my opinion. I am planning to try this whiskey in some cocktails to see how it does, but overall it’s not bad, just not the tier I know 291 is capable of. Distillery 291, thanks as always! Cheers!35.0 USD per Bottle -
Old Durbar Blended Reserve Whisky
Blended — England, Scotland, & Himalayas, Nepal
Reviewed September 27, 2019 (edited December 9, 2019)Appearance: In this whiskey blend my friend brought back for me from his mission trip to Nepal, I look in my glass and notice a light honey color, with super thin and oily legs. Nose: As I bring the glass up to take a whiff, I get fresh notes of green apple, pear, salty brine and light peat, honey and flowers, and damp forest and hay. Taste: The palate has, as I take a sip, a creamy mouthfeel, and is pretty warm going down at first. Notes of ash, honey, red apple, cherry flavored candy, and sea brine traverse the tongue. Finish: The finish is medium long, dry and ashy. Thoughts: This whiskey was surprisingly good. It was a fun gift to receive, maybe not worth hunting down, but still good. I’m glad I got to try it! Thanks, Spencer and Old Durbar! Sláinte!30.0 USD per Bottle -
Bulleit Rye
Rye — Indiana (bottled in Kentucky), USA
Reviewed September 14, 2019 (edited December 9, 2019)Appearance: The appearance of this popular rye is a russet/caramel color with thin oily legs. Nose: The nose is quite interesting with notes of eucalyptus, malty stout beer, honey, fruity cherry and peach, sweet caramel and vanilla, and also black pepper and coconut. Taste: Compared to the nose there’s not much taste. Barrel spice, rye bread, smoke like aromatic pipe smoke, and sour raspberry notes are some I could identify. Finish: The finish starts with a mild burning that transitions into a tart lemon-like note. Thoughts: This is a good rye that does its category justice; it’s not the best there is, but for the price and the honest proof, it is nothing to be ashamed of. I am curious to try the new 12 year old rye from Bulleit too and hope that one to be exceptional. Thanks, Bulleit! Cheers!35.0 USD per Bottle -
291 Colorado Rye Single Barrel
Rye — Colorado, USA
Reviewed September 6, 2019 (edited April 17, 2021)Appearance: The color of this increasingly popular rye is a dark brown football leather, with really thin, extra viscous legs. Nose: The nose is punchy and bold, but so good! Notes consist of cinnamon raisin cookie, fig and plum, dark chocolate, almonds, waxy chestnuts, fresh rye bread, and strawberry Twizzler. With a splash of water, it turns more floral and sweet with much of the complexity getting muffled. Taste: The palate is delicious, rich, and sweet with notes of chocolate mints, oatmeal cookies, subtle dried fruits, and the perfect level of wood tannins (for my tastes). There is also an ashy mouthfeel. With a splash of water, the taste becomes biting and imbalanced. I don’t recommend adding water. Finish: The finish is long with an aftertaste of black tea and mint. Thoughts: My notes here are from barrel number 461, bottle number 38/61 (just in case anyone was wondering). I love this rye! This is Distillery 291’s flagship whiskey and is winning awards all over! I would definitely recommend it and will be getting it myself again! If you’re not a rye person, I would at least try this and then reconsider. Distillery 291, as always, thanks! Cheers!50.0 USD per Bottle -
291 Colorado Bourbon Single Barrel
Bourbon — Colorado, USA
Reviewed August 25, 2019 (edited July 10, 2020)Appearance: This delicious whiskey has a dark brown leather color with very thin mostly viscous legs. Nose: The nose is quite complex! It takes one on a journey through familiar notes of dusty corn, cinnamon, brown sugar, vanilla, molasses, and cocoa, as well as more unique findings like smoke, black grapes, pear, boiled carrots, and a light polyurethane note. With a splash of water, notes of wildflowers, honey, and more caramel come forward. Taste: The palate is bitey and rough but delicious - a cowboy’s bourbon. Notes consist of caramel, brown sugar, maple, wood tannins, BBQ char, and pineapple. Finish: There is a long sugary and nearly minty finish, making this bourbon ideal for a julep. Thoughts: On my shelf is bottle number 39 of 56, of barrel 387 (for the nerds like me). In my opinion this versatile bourbon is perfect neat, in an old fashioned, or in a mint julep. It’s the Robin Williams of bourbon: multifunctional and a strong act. I love it all and am a big fan of this juice! Distillery 291 has yet to disappoint me and I highly recommend anyone to hunt down a bottle. 291, thanks again, guys! Cheers!45.0 USD per Bottle -
291 Colorado Rye Whiskey White Dog
White — Colorado, USA
Reviewed August 18, 2019 (edited August 19, 2019)Appearance: This new make (technically whiskey) is clean and clear as filtered water with very thin and viscous legs. Nose: The nose is funky. It’s tequilaesque, with notes of eucalyptus, pineapple, lemon, overripe watermelon, and what I will call “sour vegetation;” the note is almost like arugula lettuce when let grown too long. Taste: The palate is a bit harsh. Notes I gather are red apple, bitter chocolate, lemon, and (so sorry for this) that back of the throat taste after you throw up. I will say though the taste becomes much more friendly when paired with a nice cigar. Finish: A long almost minty finish transitions in this whiskey from after that bitter sick note. Thoughts: So this whiskey is aged in barrels for two weeks then bottled, allowing it a “Rye” title. It’s a funky journey that is a conversation piece for sure. Distillery 291 uses this whiskey as a substitute for tequila in their bar, and it does a good job. For a mixer I would definitely recommend it! 291 team, thanks for everything! Cheers!35.0 USD per Bottle -
Black Bear Irish Style Colorado Whiskey
Other Whiskey — Colorado, USA
Reviewed August 12, 2019 (edited August 18, 2019)Appearance: This unique craft whiskey is a darker copper color with thick watery legs making their way down the inside of the glass after a little swirl. Nose: The nose overall is sweet and nutty with definite sherry influence. Tantalizing your nasal cavity are notes of caramel, vanilla, honey, walnuts and almonds, hay and straw, strawberry yogurt, plum, and a slight varnish. I also got a reminiscence of my dad’s Thanksgiving pecan pie with notes of pecans, cinnamon, and buttery bread. I could sniff on this all day! Taste: The palate is fruity and subtle yet complex. Detectable notes for me consisted of cherry, raspberry, green apple, snickerdoodle cookie, a dry maltiness, and dark chocolate. Finish: There is a finish of medium length that leaves a sweet and lingering memory. Thoughts: This whiskey has jumped through a lot of hoops and legal / political hurdles, but according to Victor, Master Distiller up at Black Bear, it is the first legal whiskey of its kind. This American tribute to the style of Irish whiskey has won many awards and has won my taste buds over to its side as well! I highly recommend getting a bottle if you can, and will definitely be getting this again! Thanks, Victor! Sláinte!40.0 USD per Bottle
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