Lasso Colorado Wheat Whiskey 6 Year ($70)

Lasso Colorado Wheat Whiskey 6 Year ($70)

by | Aug 2, 2024 | Whiskey

Single barrel, small batch – these words are used far too often to illicit a response in consumers who may want something new, and often these terms do not have any meaning pertaining to the spirit. Though not shy from the first sip, Lasso has managed to craft a...
Lasso Colorado Rye, 8 Year ($80)

Lasso Colorado Rye, 8 Year ($80)

by | Jul 10, 2024 | Rye, Whiskey

Here’s a Rye that hits a fine balance point between mellow and spicy. The extended barrel time puts a bright vanilla note on top of the aroma profile, with the spice mix lurking underneath, waiting to burst forth on the palate with full throttle brightness and warmth...
Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey ($28)

Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey ($28)

by | May 23, 2024 | Whiskey

Proper No. Twelve, a reference to the founder’s hometown in Dublin, is a solid entry level Irish whiskey, one that doesn’t impress, but one that doesn’t fail too badly either. If that doesn’t sound like a ringing endorsement, it’s not. While some find it to be...
Lodestar American Whiskey ($45)

Lodestar American Whiskey ($45)

by | May 3, 2024 | Whiskey

A ‘lodestar” is a point in the sky used as a reference point – think Polaris – and it’s an apt moniker here – if more Whiskey was like this in the USA, I’d be a much bigger fan. It’s a blend of high rye and domestic single malt, and it’s artfully brought to balance....
Noble Oak Double Oak Rye ($50)

Noble Oak Double Oak Rye ($50)

by | May 3, 2024 | Rye, Whiskey

Here’s a perfect rye for a double old-fashioned glass with a big clear cube. You’ll want just that little bit of melting to bring all of its inherent charms out – cherry from some port stave finishing, bright rye character and a clean, lengthy finish will round out...