by Rich Cook | Jun 10, 2022 | Whiskey
Peated barley from Scotland adds the smoky character adored by fans of Islay to this American effort and it works well, contrasting the apple/vanilla flavors and adding retronasal depth to the finish. I appreciate the light viscosity here – think butter rather than... 
by Rich Cook | Jun 1, 2022 | Whiskey
This is a very complex offering, one where the intent is to find a balance point between American and Scotch styles. Using shaved, toasted and re-charred barrels after double distilling in copper pot stills, and going to bottle without chill-filtering has yielded a... 
by Rich Cook | May 25, 2022 | Rye, Whiskey
The trick at cask strength – especially at a number like this one carries – is to find the balance point between the spirit’s inherent heat and the barrel selection. Mission accomplished in a big, bold way here, with aromas and flavors of caramel, vanilla... 
by Rich Cook | Nov 10, 2021 | Whiskey
Irish Whiskey is often referred to as the lighter side of whiskey, which is a somewhat unfair way of looking at things. I prefer, in general terms, to think of it as the refined side of whiskey, which, in fact, it is, thanks to three times through the still, which... 
by Michael Cervin | Jul 23, 2021 | Whiskey
Former slave Nathan Green, AKA Uncle Nearest, set the stage for this whiskey that bears his name when he began distilling in the 1850s. The mash bill is proprietary and therefore the percentages of corn malt and barley are unknown. It is then charcoal filtered from... 
by Rich Cook | Jul 2, 2021 | Whiskey
If you don’t know the story of Uncle Nearest, you can do a little research into the fascinating story while you sip this fitting tribute to his legend. The nose is shows forward notes of linalool (think Juicyfruit gum) and spice with muted vanilla and wood...
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