Mac McGee, Japanese Whisky, Dinner…need I say more? Check out the details:
Tonight we will taste the delicate expressions of the legendary Suntory Distillery of Japan. Our chef Kyle Saylor has paired four of these subtle whiskys with intricate traditional Japanese cuisine for $65. Seating will begin at 7:30pm and the dinner will be 8pm. Please prepay at the pub to guarantee a seat. Kampai!
Menu
Steamed Lamb Gyoza, Seaweed Salad
Hakushu 12 year old
Grilled Octopus Okonomiyaki
Yamazaki 12 year old
Shrimp Noodle Ramen
Hibiki 12 year old
Toasted Sesame Ice Cream Sandwich
Pear Oatmeal Cookie
Yamazaki 18 year old
Here are the additional details…
Host: Mac McGee
RSVP: 404-377-8050
When: Tuesday, April 17 at 7:30 PM
Where: Mac McGee at 111 Sycamore St Decatur, GA 30030
Drink wisely my friends,
Richard
Tags: Atlanta whisky dinner, Atlanta whisky tasting, Hakushu 12 Year Old, Hibiki 12 Year Old, Mac McGee Irish Pub, Yamazaki 12 Year Old, Yamazaki 18 Year Old
Wow I’ve been busy. There’s been so much stuff going on that I don’t even know where to begin. I finally caught up on all the Irish whiskey reviews but I still have a beer and rum review I owe to the nice folks that sent me bottles for review. April will be a rye focused review month in general. High West, Wild Turkey, Sazerac, and a few others will be popping up this month. I’ve also got the March New Releases and a few upcoming tastings to tell you about. Oh and there was the Atlanta SMSW Extravaganza, my lunch with Jim Rutledge, and…well a lot of stuff. I’m getting to it all as fast as I can.
I started to fall behind due to allergies and a head cold but things snowballed. The biggest news I have is that I’m relocating. Unfortunately, Whisk(e)y Apostle is a labor of love and pays none of the bills. I’ve accepted a job in Columbia, South Carolina and I’ll be over there by the end of the month. I’ll still be posting any Atlanta related whiskey events and news so please keep sending them to me.
Oh, and the wife and I are going to Ireland the first week of May. When it rains it pours…
Drink wisely my friends,
Richard
Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey
Bottle No. 013881, Bottled in 2009
40% ABV/80 Proof
$125 to $140
No current website
What the Distillery Says:
Nothing really. For a brand that’s been around for 25+ years you’d think they would have a web presence or include a little promotional information in their packaging. From the best of my recollection they only release about 50 cask of this special blend each year. It’s a mixture of Bourbon and Sherry casks in the range of 12 to 25 years old. Master Distiller Barry Crockett strives for consistency but there may be some variance year to year.
What Richard Says:
Nose: Major floral notes, honey and canned pears.
Palate: Easily one of the smoothest things I’ve ever drank. Fresh cream, buttery toffee, and amaretto.
Finish: Light, creamy, and moderately long.
Comments: I first heard about Midleton’s long before I was a drinker of Irish whiskey. It came on my radar as the bottle of whiskey Bono brought Frank Sinatra back in 1993 while recording Duets. I thought it was cool at the time but it didn’t really register. Fast forward 10 years and I got my first sip at The Vortex in Atlanta. I was hooked from then on. This is a great Irish blend that is sinfully drinkable. I’d put it in my stable with Macallan 18 Year Old as something I try to always have. It ain’t cheap but it’s mighty tasty.
Rating: Must Try
Tags: Midleton Very Rare
Bushmills Black Bush Special Old Irish Whiskey
43% ABV/86 Proof
$35 to $40
Website
What the Distillery Says:
With an intriguing flavor and a name to match, this is our special blend. It combines a uniquely high proportion of malt whiskey matured in former Oloroso Sherry casks with a sweet, batch-distilled grain whiskey. This unique recipe gives Black Bush its rich fruity notes and deep intense character, balanced by a unique smoothness.
Nose: Big, full, rich fruitcake aroma, intense Sherry sweetness developing into dried fruit/raisen/Christmas cake notes
Palate: Soft, silky texture with a nutty character
Finish: Lingering sweetness. Remarkable balance between the poier from Sherry-seasoned casks and the smoothness of the spirit.
What Richard Says:
Nose: The nose is very rich. It reminds me of sherry drizzled warm apple pie.
Palate: It’s more delicate and viscous than I would’ve expected. It’s also a little nutty too.
Finish: This is my least favorite part. It’s a little like licking an empty sherry barrel.
Comments: In my lowly personal opinion this is probably the best value in the Bushmills range. At around $35 it swings well above classic Bushmills and the 10 year old single malt version.
Rating: Stands Out
Tags: Black Bush
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