by Rich Cook | Feb 13, 2025 | Whiskey
No need to approach carefully here – this is a dark side beast built to satisfy the public craving for high proof whiskeys that aren’t just about flamethrowing heat. Mellow and rich aromas of caramel, fall spice and a dash of orange zest attract, and the palate says... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 13, 2025 | Whiskey
This “Edition” – Blend No. 032 in the Master Blend line – is more spice focused than previous batches that I’ve tasted. That’s not good, bad or indifferent, it’s just different, and the blender here wisely decided that this had enough unique character to merit its own... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 12, 2025 | Rye, Whiskey
This is so compelling on the nose that you may find yourself spending and extended amount of time parking it above your lip rather than diving right in for a sip. Solid rye character shines through the complementary barrel tones of toffee, maple and spice in layered... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 12, 2025 | Tequila
There aren’t too many high proof designated tequilas out there, and while this example doesn’t reach what the Gin world calls “Navy Strength” levels, it certainly packs more punch than the average blanco. That said, it’s beautifully balanced on the nose, with pure... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 12, 2025 | Vodka
If you’re a Vodka drinker that prizes the inherently Swiss concept of neutrality in your spirit of choice, then this is definitely a great choice for you. Distilled from French winter wheat five times and filtered seven times, this is about as neutral as they come....
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