Tastes
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Deanston Virgin Oak
Single Malt — Highlands, Scotland
Reviewed December 4, 2021 (edited February 15, 2022)Rare to see a higher than 40 abv single malt at this price, especially when it is stated to be aged in bourbon casks. Had to try. Nose is very pleasant with fruity and slightly buttery hints, similar to the Glenlivet profile. The problem lies with its pallate. First second of it do have that high quality glen notes, but was quickly overwhelmed by peculiar bitter swirls and whole lot of other unpleasant impurities. Finish was very short too. -
Laphroaig Quarter Cask
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed November 18, 2021 (edited July 31, 2022)My first ever self purchase Islay single malt. My gosh that's a totally new sensation to me (the bourbon and glen drinker). Totally did not expect it to be SO different to whiskeys from the Speyside or USA . Heck, even compared to Jura, the Laphroaig is still way more crazy smelling! All I could pick up is smoke , char, ash and wood on the nose. Just like when lingering around a BBQ stand. Not sure if I liked it more than other liquors. But definitely a new experience in my alcohol tasting journey . -
One of the, if not THE, most complex spirits expressions I had had. I did not know how to describe the nose and the mouth because I'm not knowledgeable enough in both English and gin (bourbon junkie here), but Distiller's taster's description seems pretty spot on: A sophisticated mix of forest fruits and spices , with strong hints of juniper. Other prominent coherence I've picked up is minty tic tac aftertaste. Which is very interesting. not sure if it is "superior" to other more... Simple profile (like whiskey and bourbon), but it definitely means more depth for me. Hence the high score.
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Mellow Corn Bottled in Bond Whiskey
Corn — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed September 18, 2021 (edited September 5, 2022)It's like having a festival in a bottle. The popcorn and corn chips sweetness is the lead in the nose, replacing your typical bourbon's floral vanilla notes. First sips compliments the smell, and also bring about the 100 proof burn. The finishing is where it falls short, as only the alcoholic pungency remains. Still, it's a nice exploration into unknown, and Is absolutely drinkable especially for the price.30.0 USD per Bottle -
Plantation O.F.T.D. Overproof Rum
Navy Rum — Multiple Countries
Reviewed September 17, 2021 (edited August 25, 2023)Besides having the extreme burn you'd expect from the proof, it's essential the richer version of plantation dark rum Same tropical fruit banana nose, with a heavy molasses taste in the mouth. On the first few sips, it behaved like a gentleman, but then your inner membranes of the throat and mouth will start to build up mucus to defend itself from the Ethanol. And the scorching burn will build up. Definitely need a few splashes of water to truly appreciate -
Benchmark No. 8 Bourbon
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed September 9, 2021 (edited January 13, 2022)One of the, if not the best value bourbon out there. it has almost all the traits of a bourbon like vanilla and floral nose and palate. The only thing it's lacking is the complexity when it enters the mouth, and also the richness and thickness (aka too watery). But again , what's to complain for the price ?88.0 CNY per Bottle -
Glen Moray Elgin Classic Cabernet Cask Finish
Single Malt — Speyside, Scotland
Reviewed September 3, 2021You can really smell the wine notes while sniffing, and it's quite a unique experience . The problem lies with the palate... It's a VERY awkward combination of ethanol, ashtray, rotten fruit and peat. Quite unpleasant. The finish is mainly this strange chemical rot smell as well...
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