Jan 18
When it comes to whiskey, I am an amateur. Sure, I run a blog about whiskey, I’ve sampled a good amount of them, and I have a higher level of whiskey knowledge than the average Joe. But, when I step back and think about everything out there that I do not know, it’s pretty humbling. …
Jan 11
Last time, we focused on the geography of Scotland, and how it affects the taste of the whisky in your bottle. This time we’ll discuss the definitions, and differences between, single malt Scotch and blended Scotch. Single malt Scotch whisky is very easy to define and understand. To be considered a single malt, the whisky …
Jan 04
Welcome to 2012! According to some of the conspiracy theorists out there, this is the year that the world will end. If that is the case, you’re going to need a drink or two, but you’ll need to know the proper way to consume. Let me start this post by saying that, in my opinion, …
Dec 21
Two weeks ago, we got a little refresher course on the history of Scotch. This time, we’ll be focusing on the geography of Scotland and how it affects the whisky in your bottle. Scotland is broken up into five main segments; Highlands, Lowlands, Speyside, Islay, and Campbeltown. Each of these areas carry their own traditions …
Dec 17
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 …
Dec 16
I didn’t really know what to expect driving into Fredericksburg, VA. I guess I half-expected a backwoods, rural area with a general store and dirt roads. Contrary to my ignorance, Fredericksburg is a very modern town, with just about any type of restaurant or store you could possibly want to visit. I walked into the …
Dec 07
It’s always important to get your facts straight when discussing something that you are passionate about. Unfortunately, whiskey seems to be one of those topics that most people think they know, but they are way off. A few weeks back, I posted a little lesson about bourbon. Like most things labeled “American”, its roots are …
Nov 30
Okay, so I’m a little OCD. Okay, more than a little. I really cling on to habits, and I crave a sense of order in my life. If you haven’t figured it out yet, this blog is no exception. I post a review every Saturday and a bit of “Whiskey Trivia” on Wednesday. My reviews …
Nov 26
The Macallan Fine Oak 10 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 80 Proof Price Point: $40 – $50 for 750 ML Distiller: The Macallan Distillers Ltd. Background Sometimes when choosing a whiskey to try, you just have to go with your gut instinct. You won’t always know every whiskey in the store, but that …
Oct 29
The Yamazaki Single Malt Whisky Aged 12 Years 86 Proof Price Point: $45-$55 for 750 ML Distiller: Yamazaki Distillery (Produced by Suntory) Background It isn’t very often that I’m giddy to purchase a whiskey. My wife will tell you that the second I saw Yamazaki on the shelf of our local liquor store, my eyes lit up. …
