Tastes

This is a 2016 Xmas gift from Cricket. The 18 year old is made in small batches, and the batches are mixed after 18 years to be married for 3 months, producing specialized blends. this is batch #3585. She is so sweet. Nose of sugarcane, lightly toasted caramel, apples and pears. I think of pirates in the Caribbean and vacations on beaches. Sweet rum is present, followed with a sweet bourbon. A light oak finish. I'd have to say this may be my favourite whiskey so far.

She was nice enough but had something just a wee off of ideal.

This is a very smooth and approachable whisky. Mid-length linger. Absent of spice, smoke, peat.

This rye is much like a bourbon crossed with a rye. The extra 20 proof is there. I'm not really feeling this and wouldn't pursue again. Finishes like a drier bourbon. Oily mouthfeel with the rye spice.

Nose of sandalwood, oak, and toasted vanilla. No smoke, peat, spice, or burn. This is a very smooth and mild scotch. I'm very impressed and would share in the future. This is in Bob's cabinet.

I like rye quite a bit. This whisky is great. It is extremely distinct and recognizable. It is smooth and carries with it undertones of simple fruits and spices. The sweetness is approaching that of a bourbon. This drink earned its top spot. This is a whisky to share with good friends. $36.99 a bottle as of today.

I love this whisky. Strong nose of pears and sweet apples. Sweet fruity candies finishing with a short familiar oak and a friendly American whiskey kiss. I described the experience to Ali of this whisky as hugging a loving uncle whom you've not seen in a long time.

The first thing i notice is the extraordinarily smooth nose. A sweet, buttery smell. In the mouth the smokes rises with first breath. It coats the mouth with smooth velvetyness. Sandalwood presence

This is a distinct whisky in its simplicity. It hints of slightly more grain than the Gold Label which fills the mouth with a warm, tannin-like finish of short- to mid-duration. Noses of light combination of dark fruits and hints to cognac while in contact with the mouth. Quite nice, but I'm not sure if its better than the cheaper JWs, or just different, and in some ways, smoother.

I prefer Black Label more, although a nice whisky. Not overly complex. Lacks any defining flavour, but noses and finishes higher/lighter/more vapoury than other JWs. Nice enough.