Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey Review (2022)

By Emma Briones Rating: B+ There are only a few whiskeys that can be proud to have been releasing a high-end limited edition for almost 40 years. But Barry Crockett, ahead of his time, went for it in 1984 when there were barely a couple of distilleries in Ireland. Thanks to his drive and enthusiasm, …

Fettercairn – Warehouse 2, Batch No. 003

A couple of weeks ago Nicola did a Zoom tasting with Fettercairn on their new expression. Nicola was kind enough to leave me a little of her sample so I could...
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Probably Orkney’s Finest 12 yo 2008/2021 (48.4%, Douglas Laing, Old Particular, refill hogshead, cask #DL 14290, 430 bottles) Whitlaw 15 yo (47.7%, Forgotten Gems, Master of Malts, refill hogshead, 11 bottles)Orkney 13 yo 2007/2021 (50.2%, Whiskyfacile…

Review / Kentucky Owl ‘The Wiseman’

The Wiseman is a premium American bourbon from the brand of Kentucky Owl. The expression has just been released in the UK for the first time, following its launch in America last Autumn. The whiskey has been created by John Rhea, the Master Blender of …

Barrell Gold Label Bourbon Review

This bottle immediately comes with so many expectations that it’s hard to judge it fairly. Tasted blind, this is an excellent bourbon that balances the strong Kentucky and Indiana bourbon profiles while deftly relegating the overly distinct Tennessee w…

Ross & Squibb Distillery releases Rossville Union 2022 Barrel Proof

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ross & Squibb Distillery releases Rossville Union 2022 Barrel Proof Annual, limited-release straight rye whiskey, now featuring a 7-year age statement ST. LOUIS (April 12, 2022) – Lawrenceburg, Indiana-based Ross & Squibb Distillery announced the launch of Rossville Union 2022 Barrel Proof, its annual, limited-release straight-rye whiskey. Set to reach retail shelves […]

Flying Tumbler Flies Across The Pond To The USA

Irish whiskey brand Flying Tumbler is flying “across the pond” and will now be available in the USA, starting with Massachusetts. Founded in 2020 and named after a pigeon breed, Flying Tumbler has three Irish whiskies: their inaugural effort, The Bird, followed by The Tippler and The Roller – all of which will be made […]

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