by Michael Cervin | Mar 15, 2023 | Rye, Whiskey
Stillwater crafts a rye that wants to be noticed. Though aggressive and fairly high proof, the entry is smooth and alluring. There are definite notes of rye spice, followed by dark caramel, brown sugar, apricot, light resin, browned butter, cinnamon and black 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 | Dec 29, 2022 | Whiskey
Distiller Brian McKenzie’s grandfather grew up near Sterling, Scotland, and his Finger Lakes Distilling is modeled after a Scotch distillery in style and methodology. That said, this Pot Still Whiskey is decidedly Irish in style, with a mash bill of 80% unmalted... 
by Michael Cervin | Dec 20, 2022 | Whiskey
This single malt starts off aging in roughly 60% bourbon barrels and 40% Sherry casks, then is transferred to be aged for just over a year in acacia wood. Acacia imparts fewer tannins than other woods. Used most often for California Sauvignon Blancs, it is rarely used... 
by Rich Cook | Dec 20, 2022 | Whiskey
Finger Lakes Distilling “Glen Thunder” Corn Whiskey ($35) Yee Haw! This is a clear and correct moonshine for fans of the rasp that comes with whiskey that doesn’t see any barrel time. It’s all sweet corn up front, and the small proportion of rye and... 
by Michael Cervin | Dec 5, 2022 | Whiskey
A fairly aggressive entry leads into notes of resin, cedar, candied almonds, lemon zest, light lemon butterscotch, crème brûlée, and lime meringue. The Irishman Single Malt packs a punch from start to finish, but it’s wonderfully balanced. It is meant to be a bold...
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