by Rich Cook | Jul 7, 2023 | Tequila, Uncategorized
I’m always impressed when I taste this Reposado, and I’m even more impressed when it rises to the top in a blind tasting against much more expensive competition. This is what Reposado should be – pure tequila aromas and flavors that get a boost from just a hint of... 
by Michael Cervin | Jun 15, 2023 | Scotch, Uncategorized
Lighter in style, this Scotch offers fresh citrus, stone fruit and resin, and the finish adds a bit of honey and plum. There’s a subtle elegance to this, making it the kind of Scotch newbies could enjoy. There’s solid quality here, and considering the price, this over... 
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 | 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 | Nov 14, 2022 | Other, Uncategorized
Soju is typically made from rice, wheat, barley or other grains, and if you don’t care for the – well, let’s call it rustic – edge and finish of traditional Soju (the world’s biggest selling beverage) then this refined expression might be for you. It’s...
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