@RolexWhisky – Blog
Tasting Paul John BOLD: India’s Single Malt Whisky
India isn’t the first place most whiskey enthusiasts think of when searching for exceptional single malts, but Paul John is steadily changing that perception. Hailing from Goa, this distillery has become a global ambassador for Indian whisky. Paul John BOLD is a...
Review of Sazerac 18 Year Old 2019 Summer Collection
Sazerac 18 Year Old from Buffalo Trace’s Antique Collection is exceptionally delicious and precious. The Sazerac name harks back to the original Sazerac Coffee House in New Orleans, where rye whiskey cocktails earned their fame in the 19th century. With this...
Bourbon Market Challenges and Shifts With Erick Ostrander
Erick shares his journey from accidentally buying a bar at age 22 to building a successful bourbon business over 20 years. He highlights how bourbon prices and availability have changed dramatically, with rare bottles like Pappy Van Winkle going from $25 a pour to...
Old Pulteney 25 Years Single Malt Scotch Whiskey Review
There’s something about Old Pulteney that always feels like home to me—a windswept, salty, seaside kind of home. Known as the "Maritime Malt," Old Pulteney hails from the northern shores of Wick, Scotland, where the salty air and rich distilling tradition come...
Tasting Jura 21 Year Old Whisky: A Pleasant, If Not Exceptional, Journey
When it comes to whisky, Jura has always been a brand that sparks curiosity. Hailing from the Isle of Jura—a rugged and remote island off Scotland's west coast—it’s known for crafting whiskies that often sit at the crossroads of smooth and subtly smoky. The Jura 21...
The Balvenie from 1993 Exclusive Release Tasting Notes
There’s something magical about stumbling upon a whiskey that feels more like a treasure than a drink. I had the privilege of experiencing The Balvenie from 1993, an exclusive release from William Grant & Sons, produced in the Speyside region of Scotland. With an...