by Rich Cook | May 10, 2023 | Gin
You might think that “flavored Gin” is a bit of an oxymoron, but I think it’s a wise move on the part of the distillery (Weldon Mills of Bourbon fame) to designate this product as such. It falls well outside of any sort of regular gin category, whether that be London... 
by Rich Cook | May 10, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
There are a lot of choices these days when it comes to high proof Bourbon, and there certainly are some fire breathers out there. This is a more restrained offering, one that focuses on balancing its heat load with aroma and flavor while delivering the... 
by Rich Cook | May 4, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey, Uncategorized
The makers of Blackletter Cabernet Sauvignon bring us this new product, making the link to the wine project by finishing the bourbon with Cabernet barrel staves. This gives a little extra roundness to the mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye and 4% malted barley,... 
by Rich Cook | May 3, 2023 | Cocktail RTD
Canned cocktails are a thing, in case you haven’t noticed, and let’s just say that quality can vary when it comes to making one with a familiar title on the can. That said, there’s no shortage of quality in this delightfully punchy beverage. Made from grain... 
by Rich Cook | May 3, 2023 | Rum
Here’s a value leader in the category that delivers sugarcane purity and easy cocktail ability. It purports to “bring back the forgotten spirit of Indonesian Rum” and while I have no regional reference point, it’s an excellent blend assembled in the...
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