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Whiskey Review: Jefferson's Reserve Pritchard Hill Cabernet Cask Finished Bourbon
There’s something both amusing and humbling about revisiting our early reviews. In those days, our scores often reflected a stricter stance, and we didn’t always weigh market value as heavily as we do now. Case in point: our review of Jefferson's Reserve Pritchard Hill. Were we too harsh in our judgment, or did we have it right all along? Maybe it’s worth revisiting. Keep reading to see where we ended up. This review is taken from our episode " Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire / Jefferson's Pritchard Hill ." Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. Introduction Today, we're diving into Jefferson's Pritchard Hill Cabernet Cask Finished Whiskey, an intriguing expression from Jefferson’s Reserve line. This bourbon starts as a 15-year aged whiskey before being finished for an additional 12 months in French oak casks previously used for Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon. At 90.2 proof, it promises a smoother, less punchy experience than some higher
by Robert Book and Bradley Paul Gee2 views - news
Winter Favourites: Sake Essentials for This Season
As you probably know by now, here at Mai we advocate for sake every day and everywhere - so here are our top 3 sake to enjoy this season!
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Whiskey Review: Jefferson's Small Batch Bourbon
From the Vault It's funny revisiting reviews from the early days of our podcast--we were certainly harsher with our scoring than we are now. Not that we've softened up our stance on whether we like something, but I think now we have a better understanding of, say, a product's value compared to the rest of the market, and not based solely on our enjoyment of it. I say all of that because as I look through our scores from 2021 on Jefferson's Small Batch Bourbon--they seem a bit harsh. Should we revisit this one? Were we overly critical? Or did we get it just right? Read on to find out. This review is taken from our episode " Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban / Jefferson's Small Batch ." Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. What’s Unique About Jefferson’s Small Batch Bourbon? Jefferson’s Small Batch Bourbon is an entry-level expression from Jefferson’s, a brand celebrated for its experimental approach to whiskey. Founded in 1997, Jefferso
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Illinois Wine Reviews
<img src="https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/5a6dda85-2308-4330-b9e5-3940be4fde01/Illinois.jpg"/><p>Did you know that Illinois has more than 100 wineries, making it one of the top 15 wine-producing states in the country? It is also one of the fastest-g
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Holiday season at Bullock Distillery is special
Are you interested in some good whiskey from a stellar local business this holiday season? When you talk bourbon and other distilled spirits in Charleston, West Virginia, you should focus your attention on The Bullock Distillery. There’s no better spirits… Continue Reading… The post Holiday season at Bullock Distillery is special appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy17 viewsappalachiacraft-beerdistilleriespodcastwest-virginiabourbon - news
The 50 Best Spirits of 2024
Check out the best spirits from previous years here! Since 2020, VinePair has released our annual ranking of the 50 best spirits of the year. Every iteration of this list has represented the product of a dozen or so major spirits categories tasted throughout the year, not to mention the subcategories and styles that exist within them: blanco, reposado, and añejo tequila; aged and unaged rums produced from molasses, Demerara, and cane juice; whiskeys spanning every major region of the world. All things told, each ranking takes into consideration more than a thousand bottles submitted and tasted. The article The 50 Best Spirits of 2024 appeared first on VinePair .
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Whiskey Review: Rebel 100 6-Year Bourbon
Introduction Today, we’re diving into Rebel 100 6-Year Bourbon, a whiskey that holds a special place in our hearts. As longtime fans of the Rebel lineup, we’ve been consistently impressed by what Lux Row has to offer, and this age-stated version of the beloved Rebel 100 piqued our interest. Clocking in at 100 proof and carrying a six-year age statement, this expression promises a refined take on a budget favorite. Brad and I first sampled this at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, where Lux Row had a tasting bar featuring several new releases. With this review, we’re revisiting it in a more controlled environment to see how it stacks up. Let’s get into it. This review is taken from our episode " La La Land / Rebel 100 6-Year Bourbon ." Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. Nose Bob: On the nose, I got a lot of cherry. This is a classic Rebel nose with some added depth. Cherry is all over the place here, and there’s a dusty quality that I thi
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Tasting notes
A fortnight of travel related wine consumption. . . I’ve been like this cliff top echidna, enjoying the sights while using my nose to look for treasure. . . Riesling. Light and bright. Parish Vineyard Riesling 2023 (Coal River, Tasmania) - v. sharp wine, with a slightly unexpected fruit profile - tangarine and pink grapefruit in the mouth. Grippy and rewarding. The Kühling-Gillot Qvinterra Troken 2023 (Mosel) also excellent. Tight and sappy, all the usual suspects - slate and mineral in the mouth, a terpene nose, hardness with a trace of sweetness in the mouth . A pair of complex (and costly) chardonnay. As much as I love Chardonnay, budgetary constraints and poor access, have lead to a years (5) long hiatus between sips of Giaconda. Still - the Giaconda Chardonnay 2016 feels like an old friend. Familiar, idiosyncratic, seemingly unchanged. Terrific nose - smouldering and complex, at times a hint of toffee. Amazing acid structure and text
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Wajos Christmas Tonic – Philipp´s Mixer Of The Week
Wajos Christmas Tonic – A perfect festive pairing for Wajos Christmas Gin Yesterday was the first Sunday in Advent. Are you already in the Christmas spirit? We have a delicious tonic syrup here that will get you in the Christmas spirit. Whether you want to add a little flavor to your water or mix a […]
by Mangesh Nayak2 viewsmixer-of-the-week - news
A Tampa Bay Craft Beer Experience
Nicknamed the “Gulp Coast,” Tampa Bay boasts over 100 breweries, each with its own unique story and a passion for crafting delicious beer. Check out my adventures there during Tampa Bay Beer Week! The post A Tampa Bay Craft Beer Experience appeared first on 010 Beer Blog .
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Introducing the New Pouilly-Loché & Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Cru Terroirs
Nearly a decade in the making, the Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Cru terroirs are finally approved. From the 2024 vintage onwards, four climats can proudly bear the 1er Cru mention on their labels. In an exciting development for the Mâconnais region, Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Cru climats have have officially been granted, elevating some of the appellations’ finest vineyards to the ranks of Bourgogne’s most distinguished terroirs. Four years after the granting of Pouilly-Fuissé Premier Crus, the best climats of Pouilly-Vinzelles and Pouilly-Loché have finally joined their ranks. This long-anticipated recognition is part of a broader initiative to refine the identity of the Mâconnais, a region historically overshadowed by its northern counterparts in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. The Newly Recognized Pouilly-Loché & Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Crus Pouilly-Loché is celebrating its first Premier Cru with the approval of Les Mûres, an 8-hectare site. K
by Jacky Blisson28 viewsreviewsbourgogne-premier-crusburgundy-winesmaconnais-winesmaster-of-winepouilly-loche-1er-cru-les-mures - news
The triple bottom line
The future is interconnected, and so are sustainable practices Sustainability is a cornerstone of the British Columbia wine industry, and one that is essential for its long-term success. In April 2024, I attended the U.S. Sustainable Winegrowing Summit in Lodi, California, where I was inspired by cutting-edge practices in vineyard management, social responsibility and environmental […] The post The triple bottom line appeared first on VITIS .
by Christine Campbell5 viewswine-life - news
Recent meals
A fortnight of wonderful food (and wine) in Melbourne and along the Great Ocean Road. First up, a very old school Cantonese meal at Flower Drum . It's like a time capsule, suited middle aged waiters hover attentively, they remind me of long forgotten uncles. . . We open proceedings with a bowl of egg crusted deep fried fish skins and for a moment I feel like a child again, sitting in a noisy dai pai dong slurping fat rice noodles and fish cakes washed down with a tiny bottle of Kowloon dairy milk. Embla was a trip favourite. The room has a terrific vibe, and after the formality of Flower Drum it was a delight to have unobtrusive wait staff. The food was comforting and delicious. Every plate a winner - the guilty bites of pressed chicken skin crisps with whipped anchovy and chicory; the soft creamy fried polenta cubes; the succulent poussin with its amazing guanciale and sage flavoured sauce that demands a side order of the thickly sliced house bread to mop up the juices. Rated -
by noreply@blogger.com (Edward)17 viewsfoodmelbournepostcardrestaurantswine-lists - news
Great British Wine Round-up November 2024
John looks at selection of indulgent English still wines to enjoy over the festive period.
by John Mobbs5 viewsmonthly-round-up - news
Armand de Brignac announces release of first Vintage Champagne
October 16th, 2024 – Armand de Brignac Champagne announced its latest exclusive-prestige cuvée: the Blanc de Noirs Vintage 2015. This release mirrors the perfect blend between the art of winemaking and craftsmanship. The Journey of a Vintage The 2015 growing season in the Champagne region was marked by contrasts— a wet spring followed by a warm,... View Article The post Armand de Brignac announces release of first Vintage Champagne appeared first on Winerist Magazine .
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We Asked 15 Bartenders: Which Cognac Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)
It’s no secret that Cognac carries a strong association with luxury. The category’s most famous high-end expression, Remy Martin’s Louis XIII, can set you back thousands of dollars. Empty bottles of the label, which are made from Baccarat crystal, routinely show up on eBay for triple digits. The notoriety of Louis XIII and other pricey Cognacs can make jumping into the category a bit intimidating. Fortunately, not all excellent examples require a mortgage payment to acquire. In fact, there is a wealth of expressions on the market whose quality punches well above its price tag. The article We Asked 15 Bartenders: Which Cognac Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024) appeared first on VinePair .
by Rich Manning24 viewsreading-about-drinkingbartenderscognacspirit-recommendationspiritswe-asked - news
Fête de la St. Vincent: Champagne’s Historic Traditions of Blessings, Brioche, and Bacchanalian Feast
Every January, the Champagne region comes alive with the Fête de la Saint Vincent, the patron saint of winemakers. Rooted in centuries of...
by Lucy Edwards19 viewschampagne-schoolchampagne-destinationshistory - news
Artisan Wine vs. Commercial Wine – A tale of these two bottles
By Lindsay Gabbard Let me start with a question: have you ever wondered why some wines leave you with a headache or feeling off the next day, while others, especially the ones in Italy (and at Rimessa Roscioli), don't? It’s one of the most common questions I hear during tastings, and while most people jump to blaming sulfites, the real ... The post Artisan Wine vs. Commercial Wine – A tale of these two bottles appeared first on Roscioli Italian Wine Club .
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11/26/24: Jackie O's Pub & Brewery's Cellar Cuvée 15
What a month November's been! I'm sprinting to the finish line of NaNoWriMo (50k words is calling my name) and just about ready to deck the halls around the blog to ring in the Christmas season. But before we start the Old Saint Nick welcoming procedures, we have one Maple Month offering to make. We're finishing Maple Month proper as we started it: With a barleywine from Jackie O's. But, it's more than just a barleywine, it's a barleywine cuvée. It's Cellar Cuvée 15. Look, I just wrote about Jackie O's earlier this month, so I'll link you to that post instead of getting into the whole thing here. But I will say that there's a reason Jackie O's is so well-regarded. Athens, OH's original brewery is still out there making a wide array of beers, " Something For Everyone ." I'm not sure if Cellar Cuvée 15 is for everyone, but it certainly seems like it's for me. The limited release' official spot over on Jackie O's' website gives the mixture of the 14.7% ABV barleywine: 58% hone
by noreply@blogger.com (John)19 views8-hiffsbarleywinecuveejackie-o-slimitedmaple - news
The Best Wines To Elevate Your Thanksgiving Feast
This article first appeared in Santé Magazine on November 2024 Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It is a holiday where we are grateful to spend quality time with loved ones with delectable food and wine as the focus. With all the efforts that go into planning a Thanksgiving menu, picking the wines will be your […] The post The Best Wines To Elevate Your Thanksgiving Feast appeared first on Syrah Queen .
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The BEST Thanksgiving Turkey Technique
Rather like our American melting pot culture, our Thanksgiving turkey approach is a crazy quilt of inputs and experiments refined. And we're not done! I'm also eager to gain more feedback and words of wisdom. But here are our must-dos. The post The BEST Thanksgiving Turkey Technique appeared first on Andrea Wine .
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Here’s Why Sake ONO Makes an Ideal Gift for Those With Discerning Taste
Many of us know that person who is hard to shop for, not because they’re hard to please, but because they seem to have such great taste that it’s a daunting task, especially if they like good things to drink. People have probably already thought of giving them the usual go-tos — some bubbly, whisky, additive-free tequila, or maybe a new, funky wine. But have you considered sake? The article Here’s Why Sake ONO Makes an Ideal Gift for Those With Discerning Taste appeared first on VinePair .
by Jonah Flicker22 viewsreading-about-drinkingfood-pairingsgift-guidegiftingsakespirits - news
Affordable Wine Gifts for Happy Holidays Gifting
Looking for a holiday gift that’s as impressive as it is budget-friendly? Then wine is a classic choice that never fails to impress, and with an added layer of creativity, you can find fantastic options that won't break the bank. But the real question is where you gonna find those cheaper b.. Read More
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CASEY JONES DISTILLERY MARKS A DECADE OF DISTILLING WITH LIMITED-EDITION FOUNDER’S 10th ANNIVERSARY BLEND
Distillery Welcomes Local Community & Whiskey Lovers to Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary on November 29th & 30th with Bottle Your Own Bourbon Event, Food Truck, Live Music & More!
by Cody James4 views