Category: International

Brenne French Whisky – Review

Brenne French Single Malt Whisky 80 Proof Price Point: $50 – $60 for 750 ML Distiller: Classic Imports   Background This one is an interesting story.  Brenne French Single Malt Whisky began when Allison Patel decided to begin importing whisky from a small distiller in the heart of Cognac, France.  After a relationship was formed, the …

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Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky – Review

Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky 90 Proof Price Point: $55 – $65 for 750 ML Distiller: The Nikka Whisky Distilling Co., Ltd., Japan   Background I’ve been on a bit of a kick lately of purchasing whiskeys just because they are wildly different than the norm.  I recently saw Corsair Quinoa on the shelf, and had to buy …

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Amrut Fusion Indian Whisky – Review

Amrut Fusion Indian Whisky

Amrut Fusion Single Malt Whisky 100 Proof Price Point: $40 – $50 for 750 ML Distiller: Amrut Distilleries Limited   Background I had my first experience with Amrut Single Malt Whisky about a year ago.  I took a gamble on a country not known for its single malts, and had no regrets after my first …

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Amrut Indian Whisky – Review

Amrut Indian Whisky

Amrut Single Malt Whisky 92 Proof Price Point: $50 – $60 for 750 ML Distiller: Amrut Distilleries Limited   Background I always enjoy trying whiskies from different regions around the world, from the French Bastille to the Japanese Yamazaki.  When I had the chance to buy a bottle of Amrut, I jumped on the opportunity. …

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Bastille French Whisky – Review

Bastille French Whisky

Bastille Hand-Crafted French Whisky 80 Proof Price Point: $25 – $35 for 750 ML Distiller: Daucourt Ste   Background Quite possibly the greatest thing about whiskey is its diversity.  Flavor profiles are generated and differentiated by ingredients, distillation techniques, and geographic location.  The culture, knowledge/experience, and personal preferences of the distiller also have a large effect …

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