by Rich Cook | Feb 22, 2024 | Gin
“Navy Strength” is often used as a descriptor for Gin that goes directly from still to bottle, meaning it’s landing in the 55-60% ABV range. This one hits dead center, and it’s a sneaky little sailor. There’s no overt heat on the nose, just charming citrus and floral... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 22, 2024 | Other
As tequila and mezcal become increasingly popular, there is huge pressure on the agricultural aspect of growing agave to maturity – in other words, they can’t plant the stuff fast enough to meet demand. This makes room for some of the other distillates from different... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 15, 2024 | Other, Uncategorized
Raicilla is new to me, and it’s something worth your effort to seek out if you’re a fan of other agave-based spirits. Known as Mexico’s original “Moonshine,” it’s typically a blend of wild agaves, that come from either the mountains or the coastal area of Jalisco.... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 8, 2024 | Cognac
This bottling has scored once again, taking a Platinum Award with a score of 95 at the 2024 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge. I reviewed it back in July of 2021, and on retesting, my text, along with my slightly higher personal score, still ring... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 8, 2024 | Tequila
Here’s a citrus forward Tequila that delivers extreme value. Notes of earth, grass and pepper join the lively lime driven aroma profile, and the elements carry through on the palate with the citrus stepping back and letting the more savory elements carry...
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