Four Roses
While Richard was at the Single Malt and Scotch Whisky Extravaganza in Atlanta, I was at the 2010 Bourbon and Bacon Expo at Astor Wines in New York City. Last year the festival got some rather mixed reviews, so I was hoping the folks at Astor would use the criticism to make the event a [...]
It appears that we’ve been a little derelict in out duties on noting the release of new whiskeys to the United States. So far this month there are five promising additions that were annouced. And it’s only August 13th! Suntory Yamazaki 1984 Single Malt Whisky Timeframe: October 2009 ABV: 48% Price: $550 – $650 More of the [...]
Organized proselytizing efforts took a sophomore voyage this weekend. This time, the topic of discussion was bourbon. If rye whiskey puts a fire in a man’s belly, it is bourbon whiskey that sets his heart and soul ablaze. This time, everyone had at least a little experience with the style of whiskey at hand. Whether [...]
Despite the worldwide economic crisis, the whiskey industry continues to see growth. While people are spending less at bars, liquor stores are feeling flush. Unfortunately for the consumer, this means that prices are going up as supply comes down. So, you ask, how am I to expand my whiskey experience without going broke? Well, that [...]
Inevitably, when we are out proselytizing, someone asks the question, “What is the best whiskey?” For someone new to whiskey, this seems like a reasonable question. “Tell me what is best and I’ll try that,” is the implication. However, what is best for me may be swill for you. You may find the Bowmore Legend [...]
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