Samuel Gelston’s Blended Irish Whiskey

A fairly basic and very pleasant blended Irish whiskey. There are hints of youth and some solventy spirit nature, triple distilled for smoothness and bourbon matured there’s not much to hide behind and this does develop some interesting & more comp…

Nc’nean Becomes Latest Resident On The B Corp Block

Sustainable Scotch whisky distillery Nc’nean has become the latest be certified with B Corporation status after successfully meeting environmental standards in five areas: governance, workers, community, environment and customers. It is the latest honor for Nc’nean, which, last year, became the first net zero whisky distillery in the UK. The producer’s 2020 carbon footprint was […]

Around the world once more

Alfred Giraud ‘Heritage’ (45.9%, OB, France, 2021)Miyagikyo ‘Discovery Peated’ (48%, OB, Japan, LMDW, bottles, 4812 bottles, 2021)Komagate 2018/2021 (59%, OB, Kirsch Import, Japan, American virgin oak, cask #4047)Westward ‘Patrick Ahluwalia Barrel Pick…

Barrell Bourbon Batch 031 Review

By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ This most recent release from the skilled folks at Barrell Craft Spirits is drawn from 6, 7, 10, 15 and 16 year old barrels sourced from the (now familiar) states of Kentucky, Indiana and Tennessee. The company says the 6, 7 and 10 year old bourbons were of two groups, …

Heaven Hill Acquires Samson & Surrey, Handful Of Craft Spirits Brands Along With It

Heaven Hill, America’s largest independent, family-owned and operated distilled spirits supplier, has today acquired Samson & Surrey, including its portfolio of brands and facilities. The acquisition of Samson & Surrey further extends Heaven Hill’s portfolio with six high-growth, super-premium brands in several of the industry’s fastest growing categories. “Throughout our 86-year history, our focus has …

Happy Hour Live with Clay Risen & Maggie Kimberl (Episode 921: February 2, 2022)

Our live webcast with Clay Risen of the New York Times and Maggie Kimberl of American Whiskey Magazine went all over the place, with everything from winter weather to fake whiskies and much more! Join us each Friday night at 5:00pm New York time (22:00 GMT/UTC) for our live shows on the WhiskyCast YouTube channel, our Facebook page, Twitter, and Twitch. Links: The New York Times | American Whiskey Magazine

anCnoc 2009 Vintage

A delightful vintage expression from anCnoc, full of their classic honey character. The Spanish oak has imparted some leather and chocolate notes too. A worthy addition to anCnoc’s fine vintage range. 84/100

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