I’m pretty sure if Parker Beam was still alive he would drink this – it’s that good.
Delicious, complex and smooth everything you might want for a great price.
Another Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release. A bit lighter than some of the others but still good
Larceny Barrel Proof Batch A120Not only do you get the extra proof but a lot of subtle aging characteristics and aromas that would have been lost in the proofing down process! Worth the extra money for the extra proof and all the goodness that comes with it!
Old Fitzgerald 15 Year Old is a nice whiskey, but I think it is a bit pricey for what it is.It lacks the complexity I would look for in that age and price range personally speaking.
Dubonnet Rouge 2020 VersionVery much a further step in the right direction, with a bit more polished herbal enhancement and a far better package that celebrates its return to its roots both literal and metaphorical.
Nicely done and very mellow whiskey, Highly recommend for the Whiskey Curious. Almost like a dry, aged rum but more subtle with less sweetness. Lots of flavor without the kind of flavors to scare people off, think of it as a gateway whiskey for the white spirits crowd and a bit of a break from the heavy stuff for the usual whiskey crowd.
Apple Country AppleJack Aged 5 YearsAn exciting addition to Apple Countries Apple Jack portfolio.Proof that upstate New York can make decent apple brandy.
Three Cord BourbonInoffensive, not in a bad sense just a bit simple. light in complexity and finish. Might be a gateway bourbon for people trying to develop a taste for brown spirits.
Lakeward Spirits Wild GinA very earthy herbal gin in the Genever style. Almost a Fernet gin
Lakeward Spirits Evergreen GinOverall The Lakeward Spirits Evergreen Gin reminds me of a Vieux Systeme Genever with the lovely grain base expression of the distillate.
Very flavorful, complex and nicely structured, and not overly sweet. Just the way we like our blondes – of any kind.
Flower City GinFlower City Gin is a lovely blend of price and quality. Enough juniper to satisfy, without being overdone. Local gin quality at a mass produced price.
Last Shot Distilling Bourbon Whiskey Batch 14 30 Gallon Barrel ReleaseDamn fine for such a young whiskey.
Gin No.1 By Detroit City DistilleryAn interesting and refreshing take on a London Dry Gin. Differently not your mothers’ old gin, but not so weird that you can’t recognize it AS a gin. Definitely recommend seeking it out!
Breaking & Entering Bourbon WhiskeyBreaking & Entering Bourbon is a Juvenile Delinquent, with lots of promising showing but a bit of a lightweight
Dubonnet Rouge ( The NEW Dubonnet Rouge Version 2018 )Much improved and cleaner taste than the previous incarnation. Highly recommend for a number of tasty cocktails or even by itself
Don Q Piña Flavored RumIf you are looking for a pineapple flavored white rum, this is it. Both flavor and price point are outstanding
Cold Spell Intense Mint WhiskeyIf you love sweet drinks you will love this. Do not want to imagine what the hangover would be like. Mint Whiskey Sugar Bomb.
Stolen WhiskeyNice 11-year-old corn whiskey base with an infusion of smoke and toasted oak stave that can be a very much love it or hate it proposition.
Deadwood Rye WhiskyInteresting if not overly great young rye whiskey. Nice example of an early type of rye but not overly complex because of it.
Stolen RumA bit of a horror show of a rum, I don’t personally get it
Chris Carlsson – Your Spiritual Advisor
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