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An amazing Old Fashioned at the new Pour House in Sacramento.

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 01:37:00 -0400

An amazing Old Fashioned at the new Pour House in Sacramento.

The Macallan 12 yr — at the Pour House in Sacramento.

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 01:35:11 -0400

The Macallan 12 yr — at the Pour House in Sacramento.

Drinking #Talisker 10 yr at the Bacchus Pub in Bozeman, MT....

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 18:32:19 -0400

Drinking #Talisker 10 yr at the Bacchus Pub in Bozeman, MT. #whisky

Just for fun, having little bottles of The Glenlivet and Chivas...

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 01:14:05 -0400

Just for fun, having little bottles of The Glenlivet and Chivas 12 year. I prefer The Glenlivet.

TODAYonline - Original recipe for Jack Daniel's found in Welsh book?

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:36:08 -0400

TODAYonline - Original recipe for Jack Daniel's found in Welsh book?

Tonight: Johnnie Walker Red — neat. @ 33 Street Bistro,...

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 22:55:27 -0400

Tonight: Johnnie Walker Red — neat. @ 33 Street Bistro, Sacramento CA.

"The light music of whiskey falling into a glass – an agreeable interlude."

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 22:52:09 -0400

““The light music of whiskey falling into a glass – an agreeable interlude.””

- James Joyce (via bookofbourbon)

The Macallan Masters of Photography: Annie Leibovitz...

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 01:07:55 -0400

The Macallan Masters of Photography: Annie Leibovitz Edition…behind the scenes.

Reviewed: Bruichladdich Rocks

Mon, 28 May 2012 23:13:54 -0400

Reviewed: Bruichladdich Rocks

Mon, 28 May 2012 23:12:39 -0400

Reviewed: Bruichladdich Rocks

Today's Scotch Tasting: Bruichladdich Rocks

Mon, 28 May 2012 22:18:43 -0400

Memorial Day Tasting: Bruichladdich Rocks
This one I have had my eye on for a while, but I also had a little fear in approaching it. Why? Well, quite simply, it is an Islay scotch that is unpeated. In this day and age, that is a bit unheard of…I am not yet schooled in Islay scotch history.

Their words…
“An innovative single malt created by our head distiller, distilling legend Jim McEwan…this vibrant multi-vintage bottling showcases the remarkable elegance of spirit distilled on our unique Victorian stills.”

My words…
Color: warm walnut and amber, a bit concentrated in intensity.

Nose: the sea, sea salt, algae and a fresh green mint.

Taste without H2O: not very intense, even, warm, plain cream.

Nose with H2O added: wow, what a difference…floral—lots of lilac, so spring- like. A few minutes later, it’s more of roses with a hint of banana.

Taste with H2O: pervasively toasty, warm and grainy (wheat + barley). With some full cream, ice cream.

Finish: Loses some intensity, but still has, after 30ish seconds, a friendly, hanging-around-the-firepit warmth.

Overall…what a treat to try…the Bruichladdich Rocks has a refreshing modernism, a Scotch born from my times, which is…truly…fun. There’s a lot of careful crafting and a honest warmth. It is a new friend…and I want to hang out with this friend quite a bit more.

"The Wolrd’s Best (Whisky) Distillery Tours…And now, thanks to tours offered by..."

Fri, 25 May 2012 21:47:00 -0400

“The Wolrd’s Best (Whisky) Distillery Tours…And now, thanks to tours offered by distilleries around the globe, travelers can get a glimpse behind the scenes of some of their favorite brands.”

- Shot of history: World’s best distillery tours

"Once very popular, whisky made primarily from the delicate grain was largely forgotten after the..."

Thu, 24 May 2012 21:56:00 -0400

“Once very popular, whisky made primarily from the delicate grain was largely forgotten after the 19th century, when larger-scale corn cultivation took over. Today, though, distillers are rediscovering its subtle charms…”

- Like a bourbon-soaked Triscuit
Looking for a more delicate whisky? Try a wheat one

Whisky Cocktail Friday! with Grant’s blended whiskies

Fri, 18 May 2012 23:46:57 -0400

Whisky Cocktail Friday! with Grant’s blended whiskies:

Happy Friday! Here’s a recipe from Grant’s Scotch Whisky. Cheers!

Crown Royal Releases a New XR Edition | Cigar Aficionado

Fri, 18 May 2012 22:59:09 -0400

Crown Royal Releases a New XR Edition | Cigar Aficionado:

“Ever wonder how rare those whiskies touted as being made with disappearing stocks really are? In the case of Crown Royal XR (for Extra Rare), one component was in short enough supply that the Canadian whisky maker was recently forced to reformulate…”

Royal Salute, from Chivas Regal. “Tribute to Honor”...

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:02:50 -0400

Royal Salute, from Chivas Regal. “Tribute to Honor” limited edition.

ROYAL SALUTE LAUNCHES WORLD’S RAREST AND MOST EXPENSIVE SCOTCH WHISKY

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:56:10 -0400

ROYAL SALUTE LAUNCHES WORLD’S RAREST AND MOST EXPENSIVE SCOTCH WHISKY:

Royal Salute, the luxury Scotch whisky brand within the Chivas Regal portfolio, has launched the world’s most expensive line of Scotch whisky, which is priced at $200,000 per bottle, excluding taxes. Called “Tribute to Honour,” the limited edition whisky pays homage to the Tribute to Honours, which are the crown jewels of Scotland and the oldest crown jewels of the British Isles…

Very enticing, Ardbeg!

Wed, 16 May 2012 01:05:00 -0400

Very enticing, Ardbeg!

Got some whisky mail from Ardbeg today…

Wed, 16 May 2012 01:02:00 -0400

Got some whisky mail from Ardbeg today…

The Angels' Share: watch the world exclusive trailer of Ken Loach's new film - video

Tue, 15 May 2012 23:36:00 -0400

The Angels' Share: watch the world exclusive trailer of Ken Loach's new film - video:

It’s at the Cannes Film Festival this week!! Yes! A movie about whisky…