by Michael Cervin | Aug 9, 2022 | Bourbon Whiskey
A very pleasant entry-level bourbon for new bourbon consumers, this aligns a little bit more with Scotch in that there are more citrus zest notes, and less toasted white oak and toffee notes. Light butterscotch, caramel apple, orange zest, light char and resin, this... 
by Michael Cervin | Aug 1, 2022 | Liqueur
Blended with Cognac (brandy), mandarin oranges, herbs and “plants” as the website says rather vaguely, this orange liqueur has been around a long time. The claim is that it was created for Napoleon Bonaparte, which is entirely possible as the liqueur dates to the late... 
by Michael Cervin | Aug 1, 2022 | Other
Launched in 2016, Fire Department Coffee is run by actual firefighters with proceeds donated to help first-responders who become sick or injured on the job. The beans are roasted at their facility in Illinois. Their Irish Whiskey and Bourbon Infused Coffees go through... 
by Michael Cervin | Jul 19, 2022 | Cocktail RTD
RTD (ready to drink) cocktails have come along way. The simplicity and convenience of opening a pre-made cocktail and the quality has improved greatly over the last several years. Whereas this margarita lacks the finesse if you crafted your own cocktail, this is... 
by Michael Cervin | Jul 19, 2022 | Rye, Whiskey
In 2013 Barrell Craft Spirits launched in Louisville, Kentucky and it was somewhat unconventional at the time. Instead of building their own distillery, the decision was made to blend what they felt were “exceptional” casks from established producers, then bottle...
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