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Jack Daniel's Sinatra Select Tennessee Whiskey

Jack Daniel's Sinatra Select Tennessee Whiskey

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So many personalities in one bottle - all of them delicious!
I bought Sinatra because my S.O. loves whiskey (I am just learning to love whiskey) and we both love mid century crooners. Our first shot is always neat. The first sip of Sinatra was like swallowing fireworks. It just kept blooming and blooming. Not hot. Not harsh. Just delightful. Gradually I started tasting and smelling the full spectrum of flavors and scents. It takes me a long time to drink a shot of whiskey and that’s good because after an hour the tobacco and orange flavors were taking center stage. My S.O. put an ice cube in his second dram and he said it opened it up. It was not an improvement; more a whole new, equally good, experience. We drank the bottle down a good few inches in just two evenings. I probably should have written my review a few weeks ago but I had to wait until I had a chance to order a second bottle. I didn’t want the word to get out and the stock to disappear. This is definitely in our Top Three. I hope to be able to find it still in stock when Bottle #2 begins to get low.
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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15 years and still counting
I have been drinking Buffalo Trace bourbon whisky for about 15 years, and let me just say, it exceeded all my expectations as always. From the moment I poured a glass, I knew I was in for a treat. The aroma alone is enough to captivate your senses, with hints of oak, caramel, and just a touch of spice. But it's the taste that truly stole the show. Smooth, rich, and incredibly satisfying, each sip dances on the palate, delivering layers of complexity that keep you coming back for more. Whether enjoyed neat or in a classic cocktail, this bourbon stands out as a true testament to craftsmanship. Needless to say, it has earned a permanent place in my liquor cabinet. If you're a bourbon enthusiast like myself, do yourself a favor and add this gem to your collection. You won't be disappointed. Cheers to exceptional bourbon!
Buffalo Trace Traveller Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Traveller Whiskey

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Value
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Price
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Best Whiskey Bottle
I found myself in search of a new whiskey bottle. I do have to admit the name of this bottle is what first attracted me to it!
Traveller is the name of an album by Chris Stapleton. A country singer to which I have tickets for an upcoming concert.
So I thought why not let’s try out this bottle.
Now im not biased & this is my honest review. I received this bottle in less than 3 days. Purchased it Sunday afternoon & got it on a Wednesday. Packaging was great & bottle was unscathed upon delivery.
I opened the bottle & took in the aroma. It has a soft, smooth yet a little bit sweet smell to it.
I served a neat shot sized amount in a glass, and drank. When I tell you the aroma is just how it tasted! It’s the most perfect blend of smooth yet with a hint of sweetness to it. But it is not an overpowering sweetness, it is just perfect. The sweetness derives from a small caramel hint.
I’d have to say this bottle should be owned by every whiskey connoisseur out there.
If you know about Colonel E.H Taylor Jr Small Batch, a higher priced bottle yet the best I’ve had yet. This Traveller bottle is my runner up. For the taste & even better the price. It’s a win win. You win with the price tag & win with the flavor.
Now quit reading & add it to your cart. Thank me later!
Hirsch The Horizon Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Hirsch The Horizon Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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This was just not it
I was in my local store, i explained to the man behind the counter what i did like, Jim Beam was a classic, Jameson is avalbile at every bar, Angels Envy is just fine in my cabinet, Old Forster statesman is lovely i have a recipe for french toast with old forester, Buffalo is a nice treat when you can find it. I could go on. But. He sugessted this. That it would just change my life and open my eyes if i bought this bottle of Hirsch. So I did, he was so adament, probably about early 40s so i figured he knew what he was talking about.
I tried it as a shot, i tried it on the rocks, i tried it out of the freezer, the fridge, i even tried cooking several dishes with it. This stuff ruins everything. I wouldnt even clean a wound with this stuff in the zombie Apocalypse. If you like it more power to you, but finally after 2 weeks of fighting with it i finally poured it on the ground because i didnt want my septic tank to get an upset stomach.
Stillhouse Original Whiskey

Stillhouse Original Whiskey

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Rethink your Whiskeys
So there's something about pouring your Whiskey out of a tin with a screw top. It's not the same as some fancy green glass bottle with a snazzy cork. But I attended this one event for years. There was a bit of whiskey snobbery going on. I was told off for adding a splash of water to my glass of whatever-fancy-whiskey.... So one year, I started bringing a tin of Stillhouse, and I swear, the darn thing was empty within an hour or so.

So I am not a mixer.... I usually take my whiskey straight, or with a splash. But I like Stillhouse straight up. And I won't lie... it kicks like a grumpy mule all the way down... but it is wonderful ! Just take it a bit at a time and you will enjoy a punch in the face at first... but a firm and almost subtle after taste. I sense a very slight vanilla overtone in the first few sips. Others reported flavors of wood (in a good way). At any rate, no tin of Stillhouse has gone unappreciated, so highly recommended.
W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Bourbon Weller Blue is a triumph, a testament to the skill and dedication of those who created it
It is with great pleasure and utmost decorum that I pen this review for the Bourbon Weller Blue. The discerning connoisseur of fine spirits will no doubt find much to savor in this remarkable libation.

The Bourbon Weller Blue boasts a rich, amber hue that betrays the depth and complexity of its flavor. Upon nosing, one is greeted with a symphony of aromas, ranging from the sweet notes of honey and vanilla, to the warm, toasted oak that infuses the spirit with its distinctive character.

Upon first taste, one is struck by the remarkable smoothness of this bourbon, which is surprising given its robust and full-bodied nature. Rich and layered notes of caramel and brown sugar are offset by a subtle hint of spice, leading to a long and satisfying finish that lingers on the palate.

The Bourbon Weller Blue is an exemplar of the bourbon distiller's craft, a true masterpiece that bears witness to the artistry and passion of its creators. It is a spirit that rewards the discerning palate, and is sure to impress even the most fastidious of bourbon enthusiasts.

In short, the Bourbon Weller Blue is a triumph, a testament to the skill and dedication of those who created it. It is a spirit that speaks to the heart and soul of the true bourbon lover, and is sure to remain a favorite for generations to come.
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Wasn't A Whiskey Drinker Until Now
I've never been a whiskey drinker except for the occasional mixed drink (my preferred mixed drink is (was) Jack Daniels and Ginger Ale. I was introduced to Buffalo Trace while visiting my brother in Tennessee. On the way home to Ohio, a friend asked me if I could find a certain brand of Whiskey. We stopped at Indian Hills Wine & Spirits in Pikeville, Ky. The fine gentlement working there introduced me to Buffalo Trace. They hyped it up so much I bought two bottles to take home. When we got home, I opened a bottle, boured a bit, let it breath and then tried it. Very nice. I'm not a bourbon connoisseur; all I really know is Jack Daniels and a few other popular brands. Buffalo Trace has changed my tasted for bourbon whiskey. I really enjoy drinking buffalo trace and ginger ale (I only use Bundaberg ginger beer). Recently, I was at a local bar and orderd a Jack and Ginger Ale since we do not have Buffalo Trace here in northern Ohio. WOW! I can't believe the difference Buffalo Trace makes when compared to Jack Daniels (Old #7). I had a 1.5 litre bottle of Jack Daniels that I've had since by son and daughter-in-laws wedding three years ago. I just gave it back to them! I ordered a case of BT from here at Caskers. Shipping was slow but everything arrived in-tact. Glad I found an online liquour store to purchase Buffalo Trace! The price here is better than it was at the liqour store in Kentucky as well. I'll be back! :-)
Freeland Spirits Bourbon Whiskey

Freeland Spirits Bourbon Whiskey

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Value
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Terrible
I was baffled there wasn't a poor review of this whiskey that existed so I really felt compelled to keep people from buying this as a gift. I hear their Gin is pretty decent but this whiskey is hot and unbalanced. It's described as having a clove back-bone, but really, the pinot barrel made the juice a bit too cloying and ethanol-forward. Acrid, sour, spicy, and unbalanced, and unpalatable. They may have just cut the tails of the run weird on the batch that I received which may be a one-off because my suspicion is it came out at cask-stregnth and not 46%. That being said, I cut it with a lot of water to try to save the dram and it was still undrinkable.

Reminds me of an Irish whiskey which would make sense from a distillery that started with a Gin focus. The age (3years) isn't too bad, but Freeland's methodology needs a lot of rehashing or barrels need some serious rectification to bring more balance to this bottle and we may honestly throw it away.
The Glenlivet Archive 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The Glenlivet Archive 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Disappointing and overpriced.
"Rich, luxurious aroma of pine, raisins and sandalwood. Notes of brown sugar, walnuts and honey on the palate, that are well-complemented by notes of dried fruits, Christmas cake and baking spices. Finish is long and sweet, with a hint of chewy leather, ginger and oak". Quite a list of 'tastes' that are not apparent nor discernible. Fruit, Christmas Cake and spices, walnuts, brown sugar, pine, honey, raisins, sandalwood, ginger, oak and a 'hint' of chewy leather. Snobbish trash talk for all the hints I gather is chewy leather with the typical Scotch aroma predominant. I will say it is smooth and the finish does linger a bit and that's the best I can do.. I'm not new to Scotch Whiskey blended or single malt and I've been imbibing for over 60 years. Whiskey is NOT wine. Trying to give it all these superlatives like a well aged bottle of vintage wine is an exercise in futility. I had my first bottle of Glenlivet 12 year old, back in '75. The taste has never been the same since. Back then, Single Malts were not the 'in' thing to drink and describing all the 'hints' of flavors contained therein would have made whiskey drinkers laugh. Quality, to my mind and taste has gone down hill due to mass production and demand. I was expecting something very special with this 21 year old Scotch. It's not much different then an ordinary bottle of 12 year old. In short, if you are thinking of spending 25 thousand dollars for a bottle of 50 year old, I suggest you demand a wee dram prior to your purchase.
Talisker 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Talisker 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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A must have
As Bob suggests, the first reviewer either somehow got a bad bottle or is on something. Talisker 18 is a must for a serious Scotch Whisky collection, and it's a favorite of mine. It's more poetic than a list of tasting notes--though the edge of peaty smoke, the sea salt, fruity undertones, and Talisker's signature pepper (worn mild with enriching time) are all there.

But it's the essence of the first warm morning in spring when the storms of winter have stopped breaking over the rocky seashore. It's the rocks the waves can't break, the crisp air that remembers the gale that saturated the wind with rain and sea salt but now has made peace with the sunlight. It's the old friend stepping off a boat. It doesn't beg for your attention because it knows what it is. It waits for the wise and the intrepid to sit still and let it work its magic.
Talisker 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Talisker 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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80%
Value
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Price
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A must have
As Bob suggests, the first reviewer either somehow got a bad bottle or is on something. Talisker 18 is a must for a serious Scotch Whisky collection, and it's a favorite of mine. It's more poetic than a list of tasting notes--though the edge of peaty smoke, the sea salt, fruity undertones, and Talisker's signature pepper (worn mild with enriching time) are all there.

But it's the essence of the first warm morning in spring when the storms of winter have stopped breaking over the rocky seashore. It's the rocks the waves can't break, the crisp air that remembers the gale that saturated the wind with rain and sea salt but now has made peace with the sunlight. It's the old friend stepping off a boat. It doesn't beg for your attention because it knows what it is. It waits for the wise and the intrepid to sit still and let it work its magic.
Old Potrero 18th Century Style Whiskey

Old Potrero 18th Century Style Whiskey

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Expensive, but I would recommend it for the whiskey enthusiast that has been around the block a few times and is looking an experience they haven't had before, and would be hard pressed to find anywhere else.
Old Potrero 18th Century Style Whiskey is first and foremost a Rye whiskey. It's one hundred percent Rye mashbill places its palate in the realm of Whistlepig or High West, with a few distinguishing aspects.

It utilizes a mash of Malted Rye, which, as far as I know, is unique in all of whiskey.

Up front, this whiskey sets in with the floral, doughy and familier notes I get from my favorite "High Rye" Ryes. Then, all that Malted Rye affects a dark, rich and lingering scotch-like finish on what is only a 2 year old whiskey. Not petty, but malty and fascinating.

The aging is also unique to this whiskey, being aged in not charred, but toasted barrels. This was supposedly the the trend in the 18th century.

All in all this whiskey is expensive, but I would recommend it for the whiskey enthusiast that has been around the block a few times and is looking an experience they haven't had before, and would be hard pressed to find anywhere else.

It would make a great bottle to bring to a tasting party. Great tasting, and a great story to share.
Lot No. 40 Canadian Whisky

Lot No. 40 Canadian Whisky

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Women’s Whisky World Tasting Notes @chantaillemarie
Colour: tawny caramelized onion
Nose: moderate amounts of ethanol, vanilla, caramel, marzipan, peppercorn, cotton candy, taffy, and candied yam.
Palate: incredibly smooth and rich with all of the sweetness on the nose. Ethanol and the spice of the high rye mashbill are rather present.
Finish: moderately long, sweet and spicy leaving a partial dryness.
With H2O: a few mls smoothes out the ethanol leaving a more accessible dram. The spice of the rye is forward. The foundation of this dram is the symphony of sweeter notes available on both the nosing and palate. Personally, I prefer this dram with water because there is less distraction from ethanol allowing the drinker to access the full flavour profile of the dram.
Overall Thoughts: This is a robust rye, one definitely for the experienced Canadian 100% rye mashbill. Certainly, it will “taste good” to anyone with a penchant for whiskies, but to be truly appreciated you need to spend quality time with this dram. I would be inclined to serve it with an aperitif prior to a business supper amongst colleagues. Especially with the addition of water this is a definite crowd pleaser for a group of whisky drinkers.
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (1L)

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (1L)

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New To The Bourbon World
I’ve recently become interested in bourbons and began reading as much as I could about the various brands. The Buffalo Trace distillery in Frankfort, KY produces some of the worlds best bourbons. Expressions like Pappy Van Winkle, W.L. Weller, Blanton’s. Eagle Rare, to name just a few. Buffalo Trace is their flagship expression and had gotten very good reviews. As the other reviewer pointed out, Buffalo Trace had become hard to get here in PA. Our State Liquor Stores( yes we still have State control of liquor here in PA) were completely sold out and I knew I wanted to try some. So I placed an order with Caskers. The bottle arrived well packed and in short order. After trying several other brands and then the Buffalo Trace, I can tell you that this bourbon is currently my favorite to sip neat or on the rocks. It is an exceptionally smooth bourbon. If you haven’t yet, give this a try. You won’t be disappointed.
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof Bourbon Whiskey

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof Bourbon Whiskey

Quality
96%
Value
72%
Price
48%
Have had much better at 90 proof, maybe I'm not use too 107 proof
I have been chasing Van Winkle bourbons for about 5 years. in May of 2019, while on a business trip in Austin TX, I had the occasion to finally taste one of my long sought after bourbons. it was a 12yr old Van Winkle
Special Reserve. I had it neat with 3 drop of water; it smooth, mellow in flavor, did not have hard alcohol smell. It was simply wonderful and worth a penny of the $92 I paid for the shot. Fast forward to the present. I've been trying to find a reasonably priced bottle of Pappy Van Winkle from 10 to 15 years old without luck. i saw what I considered a reasonable offer for 10year old Old Rip Van Winkle.
What a disappointment,especially at the price point I bought at. When I opened the bottle, it had the harsh smell of moonshine alcohol. When I poured it straight Neat, no water drops, the bite was hard, the taste was like woody nutmeg and rye, it had a hell of a burn. Latter I tried, Old Rip on the rocks and it was smoother. My feeling is I shouldn't have to ice down a good bourbon. I'll not buy this year of OLD Rip again. i'll fall back to a 12 year Old Special Reserve, keep looking for a Pappy and continue to enjoy Jerfferson's Ocean 15 and 17 at a tenth of the price point.
Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Quality
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Value
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Price
97.777777777778%
fish says Try Willetts Pot Still Reserve
Willetts Pot Still Reserve matured an estimated 8 - 10 yrs is a high quality Bourbon expression. I won't try to tell you what tasting notes you might find but I will tell you that WPSR is smooth and delicious at a fair price which is really all I care about. If you get an opportunity to purchase any of the Willetts hard to find 4/6 yr old Bourbons or their Rye at the Willetts suggested retail price count your blessing and buy them otherwise be prepared to float a loan on the secondary market. So far the Willetts availability exception is their Pot Still Reserve which comes in a unique Pot Still shaped bottle generally at a fair price. Try any of their expressions and I think 99.5% of you will be well satisfied with taste and Willetts will help you forget Old Pappy. In conclusion, Caskers is a reliable supplier offering competitive product and shipping prices as well as hard to find expressions.
Regards,
fish - catch and release.
Roe & Co Blended Irish Whiskey

Roe & Co Blended Irish Whiskey

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Well worth investigating, especially if you're fond of sweeter whiskeys
I ordered a sample of this whiskey as part of a tasting set from Flaviar, and boy was I pleasantly surprised. This is going in my liquor cabinet, as it is much more palatable than Jack Single Barrel, and costs a bit less.

it is slightly sweet (which I like) so if you like Makers Mark (which is my fallback when I'm out bar hopping as you can usually get it as a top shelf whiskey in most dive bars) you will love this.

Nice nose, hints of vanilla and fall fruits (peaches, pears, apples, unusual for a whiskey, normally I'd expect that with wines) with some cardamom and allspice hints underneath.

It's very, very smooth, especially since it is 90 proof, velvety on the tongue with a long finish, vanilla and slight caramel tones with some fall spice flavor (nutmeg, cardamom, pumpkin spices) which would make it great during the holidays. Nice silky mouthfeel, long finish, only a slight burn on the first sip (it is 90 proof), but that fades quickly. Nice complexity for a whiskey that costs less than $40 a bottle generally, worth the upgrade from Makers for sure, as it is alot more interesting.

Going to source this as a regular in my liquor cabinet, may have to give the Makers to friends to make room LOL.
Suntory Hibiki Japanese Harmony Whisky

Hibiki Japanese Harmony Whisky

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Price
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Fantastic
Hibiki still lives up to its potential as some of the best whisky out there; winning several of world whiskey awards to this date as it competes with the best bourbons made internationally. If you get into Japanese Whiskey you have to understand the origins and where it comes from as it tends to note some of the lighter sides of scotch (an isle, island tier flavor). Hibiki has a rich smoothness with full of oak, almond, spice and rich tastes that are completely indescribable. If you want to further enjoy the past flavors of Hibiki, please refer to the age statement hibiki’s that are an entirely rich fulfilled experience.
***European whiskeys do not compare to Japanese whiskey to any extent. *** please understand that Japanese distilleries are being shut down because of the large shortage of Japanese Whiskey. Despite the shortage, the Japanese still rely on quality rather than costs to ensure the best taste for the consumer. That’s why the price is so high, it’s becoming a rarity.

Final words, Hibiki, Yamazaki, Hakushu, Yoichi, Nikka Coffey Grain whiskey, Nikka Malt are all notable whiskeys to look for if you want quality in taste.
Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Quality
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Value
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Price
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4.0 (out of 5.0)
Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 Year - 4.0Dried apricot and chili pepper fill the palate with a sweet warm heat although, spices and wood notes are noticiable, the finish provides familiar vanilla and caramel flavors to round the profile. Tail is thin and short.

In 1837, Henry McKenna emigrated from Ireland to the United States. After spending nearly two decades as a farmer in Kentucky, McKenna founded an eponymous distillery in 1855. At the time, McKenna focused on the production of wheat whiskey (the only crop he was harvesting at the time) and was able to distill enough whiskey to fill one barrel each day. As word of McKenna's high-quality whiskey spread, McKenna was able to triple his distillation capacity, and began experimenting with the production of bourbon. Following his death in 1893, McKenna's three sons — Daniel, Stafford and James — began operating the business.

Today, Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey honors the rich family tradition and pioneering spirit of the McKenna family. The bourbon, which is made from a mash of primarily corn, is the only extra-aged bottled-in-bond single barrel bourbon available today. Pursuant to the Bottled-In-Bond Act of 1897 (27 C.F.R. 5.21), any spirit labeled as "Bonded" or "Bottled-in-Bond" must be the product of one distiller at one distillery during one distillation season. In addition, the Act requires that bonded spirits be aged in a federally bonded warehouse under U.S. government supervision for at least four years and bottled at 100 proof.

Henry McKenna Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey is matured for a minimum of forty Kentucky seasons (ten years) before each bottle is filled and labeled with its batch and bottle number. Since each bottle of McKenna's Single Barrel Bourbon is bottled from a single cask rather than being crafted from a batch of casks, however, each bottle is slightly different and entirely interesting.
The Macallan Oscuro Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The Macallan Oscuro Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Price
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Best Scotch I've had the pleasure of tasting
I've been lucky enough to taste well over 100 scotches premium end through the past decade, and while I should note that I do lean towards sherried whiskies and away from peat (generally a fan of a number of bottling from Glendronach, Glenfarclas, Glenrothes, and Macallan), The Macallan Oscuro tops my list.
I've tasted it head to head with some top competition, including The Macallan 25 (which comes in at ~$500 to $1,000 more) and the Glendronach 33 year (now discontinued), which also comes in at ~$500 to $1,000 more), and while those are superb drams, the Oscuro is smoother, richer and simply more flavorsome. I've never before tasted a whisky that combines the rich depth of flavor the Oscuro has with an unreal buttery smoothness.
I'll finish by saying that whenever I've had friends taste the Oscuro, they are equally impressed (every single one). If you get the chance and you have a few $$'s to splurge on one of the best whiskies money can buy -- buy this. You won't be disappointed.
Howler Head Kentucky Straight Banana Bourbon Whiskey

Howler Head Kentucky Straight Banana Bourbon Whiskey

Quality
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Value
68.888888888889%
Price
77.777777777778%
None for me, thanks.
I received a sample bottle of this in a shipment today. For reference, in that shipment was a bottle of Jameson Black Barrel, High West Double Rye, High West Rendezvous, Buffalo Trace, and a bottle of Macallan double cask 12 years. The Jameson Black Barrel, out of all of these, is my favorite. So of course, a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey infused with banana is right up my alley.
I tried it, and I must say, that it is the finest banana flavored whiskey I have ever had. Also the only one, but still true. If I ever wake up 25 years younger, still with a taste for mountain dew, I will certainly choose this over 99 bananas any day of the week. Well, maybe not.
I understand, from an economics side, why companies would flavor alcohols like this. I noticed it with vodkas, then rums. These are meant for younger people, with a higher tolerance for candy. These are not for me. If you make a whiskey (or a vodka or rum) that would be improved by adding flavors used to make jolly ranchers, I don't want any. If I want a jolly rancher, I'll have one. If I want a whiskey, I'll not be reaching for this.
Howler Head Kentucky Straight Banana Bourbon Whiskey

Howler Head Kentucky Straight Banana Bourbon Whiskey

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Value
68.888888888889%
Price
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Banana Infused Indeed!
I received a surprise mini-bottle sample of this from Caskers upon receipt of my last bourbon order. Despite my extreme dislike of anything banana, I couldn't let this go to waste. So I took this sample of Howler Head Banana Infused Kentucky Straight Bourbon, 40% ABV, sucked it up and gave it a taste test. Surprise! Mikey Likes it! The nose had a definite sweet banana bread aroma going for it with a little spice. The taste was just like the nose; very sweet, syrupy banana-crazy flavor -- but in a good way. It was like I imagine Bananas Foster dessert in a glass would taste like. It was more like an after dinner liqueur than a run of the mill bourbon -- waaay too easy to drink. And remember, I don't like bananas! It left a long sweet finish with only a hint of spice to it -- possibly cinnamon. Other flavors one expects of bourbon are missing or hidden by the banana flavor though. But, If I liked bananas and/or was a beginner bourbon enthusiast, and wanted a sweeter than usual, banana bourbon experience, I would seek this out wherever it may be. Might be real good as a mixer in some tropical drinks also.
McCarthy's Oregon Single Malt Whiskey

McCarthy's Oregon Single Malt Whiskey

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McCarthy’s Single Malt- An education in peat.
Living in the U.S. I get really excited at the opportunity to taste an interpretation of Scotch-style whiskey so strongly influenced by my homeland. McCarthy’s Single Malt also combines many of the elements I seek out when choosing from among my favorite Scotches: a mineral earthiness, fruits and bitter chocolate. The peat is (in my opinion) appropriately restrained while still very apparent. Where other peated whisk(e)y seeks to fill my mouth with ash, McCarthy’s uses its peat to transport and complement malt’s other basal notes, conjuring images of orchards and old wood-mills so ubiquitous to the northwest United States. It is a worthy fusion of old and new world distillery magic, dripping with nostalgia for a world that never entirely existed, save for in our thoughts and in our glass. Thank you folks for the epic sip.
Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey

Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey

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71.111111111111%
Price
71.111111111111%
Smooth
I bought my first bottle of this when Conor fought Khabib awhile ago. Before that I was really into cognac and wasn’t much of a whiskey drinker. Once I had this I stopped drinking cognac. I just like this stuff. It is really smooth, and doesn’t give me hangovers if I have a glass or two like other whiskies. I convince everyone I talk to to try it and every one of them thinks it’s really good too. I notice a lot of “Whiskey fanatics” try to talk down on it but I can’t help but to think it’s because they hate Conor mcgregor and think they too sophisticated to drink something made by a brash celebrity. I’ve tried a bunch of other whiskeys since then because proper twelve isn’t sold everywhere so it would be nice to acquire a taste for something easier to find but nothing comes close to me. I’ve taken suggestions from people that seem to know everything about whiskey and it’s just not as good. Proper Twelve and Buffalo Trace are my favorites as of now.
Little Book Chapter 3: The Road Home Blended Whiskey

Little Book Chapter 3: The Road Home Blended Whiskey

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It is very rare I even tell people about the bourbon I buy and drink and hopefully this does not backfire on me. If I had one word to describe this bourbon it would be "ORGASMIC". I did not expect what was going to happen to me when I took a sip of this bourbon, it was truly an orgasmic experience. I poured 3 fingers and figured that it would last me the evening being the 120+ proof bottle. I then sat down in my leather recliner, kicked my feet up, opened the laptop and started to review the dailly news. With the state of current news in the U.S. of course it did not take long to get a tad bit irritated so I grabbed my glass a little book, chapter 3 took a sniff(it smelled pretty good) to a small sip(being 120+ proof) I did not want to burn my throat or anything. As soon as it hit my lips my mouth exploded in all kinds of flavors, the closely cut hairs on the back of my neck(retired military and never got use to long hair) stood up and I swear to god a rush of endorphines raced through my body. I swear to all that is good if I did not actually know what a climax was I would swear that I just had one. I have been drinking bourbon(some great, some terrible but mostly descent) for 31 years. From Pappys to Jim Beam black label this is the first and only time I have experienced this kind of reaction to drinking a bourbon. Needless to say what was suppose to be 1 3 finger drink for the evening turned out to be 1/3 of the bottle. I went to bed feeling awesome and woke up feeling even better. Since I did not have to work when I woke up I had to try another glass just to make sure it was as good as the night before. Yes it was just as good and now everyday day I look at that 1/2 empty bottle remembering just how good it was and forcing myself not to open it up and save it for a special occasion or at least until my local liquor store gets in some more so I can purchase a few back up bottles.
Booker's Small Batch Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey

Booker's Small Batch Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey

Quality
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Value
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Price
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A really GOOD bourbon
I don't know all the lingo that everybody uses with tasting notes, but I will say this... I went to a whiskey bar on a Groupon recommendation and had 37 different Whiskey's over. Of 4 hours with lots of water in between and I walked out with an extensive list and notes of what I felt were some of the best whiskeys and Bourbons to try for my home collection and boogers was one of the only ones that I remembered. Now that I have the bottle at home I can say that without a doubt it is one of my favorite go-to Bourbons in addition to Angel's Envy and four roses. Booker's Cask bourbon is a heavy and hot bourbon as a sipper it is quite fantastic. I will add a dash of cool water not more than a third of an ounce making this bourbon one of the best Bourbons I've ever had. And yes I know it's from Jim Beam and I've never had Jack Daniels or Jim Beam Bourbon in my collection but this one is worth it. It is sweet, it is hot, it is vanilla, it is Oaky, it is Carmel, it is almost like a good cigar malt scotch without the $170 price. If you see this, buy it. Just shut up and buy it he will not be disappointed.