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Two James Spirits Johnny Smoking Gun Whiskey
Flavored Whiskey — Michigan, USA
Reviewed
February 19, 2018 (edited February 20, 2018)
This sample was sent to me by @Generously_Paul, who is a Detroit native. I'd never have been able to source this one on my own. It is advertised as a rye-based whiskey that should work well with savory Japanese pork or possibly even sushi.
I tried a small pour neat and then finished the remaining sample with a delicious and spicy tempura crab roll. It really did work well with the food, as the whiskey has a weird flavor profile that is hard to describe. There's definitely a bit of saltiness and spiciness that makes it seem a lot better with food. As far as neat, I think it reminds me of a flavored, young moonshine with a bit of peppered spice mixed in.
Thanks to Paul for sending me this and I'm glad I finished the sample with sushi. It may also work well with smoked Gouda cheese and some charcuterie. All in all, it's pretty interesting and definitely different. Cheers.
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