Scottish Whisky

Matt on April 28th, 2010

What’s this, two posts in one day?  I thought I’d share the rest of the evening’s festivities after the official Tullibardine tasting at The Brandy Library wound down.  There where quite a few people in attendance, including reps for Chivas and Famous Grouse (there were others too, I think).  Honorary Apostles Tamir and Shelline accompanied [...]

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Matt on April 28th, 2010

Last night, I hopped the E train down to Tribeca for some whisky and conversation (way better than tea and sympathy btw).  The Brandy Library and Adam Jacobs of Total Beverage Solution was hosting a tasting of four Tullibardine single malts. Despite being located on the side of Scotland’s oldest brewery (circa 12th century), Tullibardine [...]

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admin on July 9th, 2009

Johnnie Walker Black Label Old Scotch Whisky (12yo) 40% ABV, 80 Proof About $35-40 Available pretty much everywhere What The Distillery Says: An acclaimed masterpiece of blending craftsmanship, the rich and smooth Johnnie Walker Black Label is an award-winning blend. With a depth and complexity drawn from over 40 select whiskies, including the fresh fruitiness [...]

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admin on April 21st, 2009

Astor Center (NYC) and Balvenie are teaming up to give the true Scotch whisky enthusiast the opportunity to deconstruct then reconstruct the Balvenie Signature 12yo this Friday (April, 24). The cost of the class is $95. More for info, visit Astor Center in person or on the web.

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Richard on February 24th, 2009

Matt and I have discussed, at length the merits of offering reviews on whiskeys that are no longer available.  The argument against it is that if we review a dram that is out of this world then it would offer nothing to our readers but frustration at not being able to procure such a fine [...]

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