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... 
by Rich Cook | Apr 28, 2023 | Gin
Killington (located in Vermont) is a new producer to me, and you can bet its one I’ll be looking into further based on the merits of this beautiful Gin. I’d call it classic with a twist – there’s a little spruce tip hint on the nose that is distinct from and serves to... 
by Rich Cook | Apr 28, 2023 | Tequila, Uncategorized
Here’s a Silver (Blanco) Tequila that shows both polish and rusticity. The rustic character comes from earthy mineral aromas and flavors, with the polish coming from pure agave and a faint touch of citric sweetness that enlivens the earthiness and helps an easy pepper... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 27, 2023 | Rye, Uncategorized, Whiskey
I’ll confess – I much prefer Rye when it comes to American Whiskey. There’s a clean character that stays bright and fresh if Whiskey can carry such descriptors. This flamethrower shows real purity on the nose, with lively rooty spice and just a hint of the... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 27, 2023 | Bourbon Whiskey
The nose on this bourbon doesn’t give even a hint of what’s about to hit your palate, and in the Barrel Proof world that’s a difficult achievement. It works to great effect here, with rich caramel and sarsaparilla presented in seductive fashion. In the mouth a firm...
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