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Tasting Review for The Balvenie Caribbean Cask Aged 14 Years
Let's dive into a dram that brings a touch of Caribbean sunshine to the Scottish Highlands - This isn't just another whisky; The Balvenie Caribbean Cask has a lot going for it, including an impressive haul of 9 spirit awards that prove it's well worth the price tag....
Torsten Zimmerman and the Journey into Scotch
Gavin and Torsten explored the complexities of whiskey production, particularly focusing on the influence of wood and climate on the aging process. They discussed how different environments, like the hot and humid conditions at Kavalan in Taiwan and the cold, isolated...
A Century in a Glass: Green River Whiskey from 1900’s
A bottle of Green River Whiskey from the early 1900’s, I am unveiling a true gem from American distilling history! This pre-Prohibition era treasure, hailing from the famed Green River Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky, was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to savor a...
A Sip of Lost History: Brook Hill Sour Mash 8 Years Old
Alright, whiskey historians, buckle up. Today, we’re diving into something truly special: a pre-prohibition pint of Brook Hill Sour Mash from Nelson County, Kentucky. This isn’t just whiskey, it’s a piece of liquid history. Brook Hill was a distillery that vanished...
A Timeless Elixir: Old Bushmills Pure Malt Early 1900’s
Bushmills, the world's oldest licensed distillery, owes its existence to the ancient practice of whisky making, with waters drawn from the legendary River Bush, a tributary that has played a pivotal role in shaping the character and quality of this iconic spirit since...
Hermitage 9 Year Old: Exploring Rare Whiskey
For the whiskey aficionado seeking a true rarity, look no further than the Hermitage 9 Year Old Bottled in Bond. Distilled in 1914 and bottled in 1923, this Kentucky straight bourbon predates Prohibition, making it a coveted relic of a bygone era. Unlike its readily...