Chivas Regal CV is a blend released in 2018 that has matured for 15 years. Riding the wave of maturing in cognac casks Chivas Regal XV has a portion of it matured in cognac casks. It complements the Chivas range with a blend of refined, fruity and velvety flavours. NOSE: Orange/ Orange marmalade. Honey andContinue reading “Chivas Regal XV”
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Chivas Regal 13 Sherry
“At Chivas we believe that blended is better – and nowhere is this more evident than with our new collection, which blends exceptional Scotch with a diverse, internationally-inspired palette of flavours.” Sandy Hyslop, Director of Blending at Chivas.No matter what you believe about blends, Chivas Regal is known for its great blends. This particular blendContinue reading “Chivas Regal 13 Sherry”
Chivas Regal 12 y Old
Chivas Regal! Gosh, I’ve been wanting to write about this speyside a long time now. For me, it’s a trip to the past. It was the first “premium” whisky, the “good one”. My father had it stored for special occasions; good friends visiting, a promotion, his favorite football team going in the finals. So IContinue reading “Chivas Regal 12 y Old”
Jim Beam Devil’s Cut
“When bourbon ages, a portion of the liquid evaporates through the barrel and up toward the heavens. Believed to be angels claiming their dues, this has been dubbed the “angel’s share.” Jim Beam Devil’s Cut is not that portion. Instead, it’s made from the liquid that gets trapped deep inside the wood of the barrel—theContinue reading “Jim Beam Devil’s Cut”
Jim Beam Rye
Jim Beam Rye Pre – Prohibition style is the old yellow – labeled Rye version bottled at 45% and a new green label. Nothing wrong with that, but I don’t see the reason behind the change. The bourbon itself is great value for money and pure gold for cocktails. Try it in a Manhattan. NOSE:Continue reading “Jim Beam Rye”
JIM BEAM
Double Oak Twice Barreled A bourbon made with twice the craftmanship of most. A bold statement from Jim Beam. This whiskey is crafted in charred oak barrels and then aged a second time in separate, deeply charred oak barrels. The result is a bourbon intense in rich, woody flavor and quite smooth in taste. NOSE:Continue reading “JIM BEAM”
Jim Beam Single Barrel
Not all barrels are created equal.Meet the top 1%. I like confidence and this bottle’s makers definitely are. Does this bourbon live up to the hype? Well, even though bottle is unique the recipe remains the same. Jim Beam’s distinct flavor and the makers’ experience is a sure bet.NOSEApples, rye spice, and vanilla.PALATECaramel, brown sugar,Continue reading “Jim Beam Single Barrel”
Jim Beam
Come as a friend, leave as family. That is Jim Beam’s motto. My guess is that that is the reason Jo Nesbo’s Harry Hole loved it so much. This bourbon is aging for 4 years in newly charred American white oak, thus the elegant, smooth and refined character.NOSE Quite sweet with gentle notes of vanilla,Continue reading “Jim Beam”
J & B
A bar favourite(and personal), J&B is made of 42 single malts and grains with Speyside having a generous portion. Ideal for cocktails and mixed drinks. NOSE: Malt, walnut, toffee apples, orange zest, vanilla. PALATE: Fruits, toffee, malt. FINISH: Oak and cinnamon.
Talisker 10 years old
Produced at the oldest distillery on the Isle of Skye, Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky has been made by the sea since 1830, with its smell and taste instantly connecting you to its rugged maritime home. Every sip is a taste of the Isle of Skye itself, one of the most remote, windswept yet elegantContinue reading “Talisker 10 years old”