Hardin’s Creek Boston Review
I have to say that of the three expressions, Boston tastes and smells the oldest. The aroma is dense and wood-driven, with notes of rick house, baking chocolate, and damp tobacco.
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Very Olde St. Nick ‘Immaculata’ Bourbon Review
Immaculata (named after the Bible story about the immaculate conception of the Christ child within Mary, a virgin) is a big, bold whiskey that coats the whole palate with cocoa, hints of maple syrup and pleasant grain character.
Rare Hare Lucky Bastard Whiskey Review
As soon as I smelled the aromas of my first pour, I got giddy with excitement basking in a combination of smells that reminded me of legendary dusty bourbon bottles like National Distributor Old Grand Dad or Old Charter Proprietor’s Reserve.
Old Hickory Hermitage Reserve Barrel Proof Whiskey Review
This is a limited release of contract-distilled whiskey with a higher-than-average age. As such, it is priced at somewhat of a premium.
Untitled Super Club (Chicago)
While sitting at the bar at the Berkshire Room, I had a nice conversation with a few locals who told told me I had to go to the Untitled Super Club before I left town – a self-described “Contemporary revival of a Prohibition-era Chicago Supper Club” combining fine dining with a classic social club-feel complete … Continue reading Untitled Super Club (Chicago)