Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Whisk(e)y Apostle: Proselytizing the way of the malt Proselytizing the way of the malt ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://whiskeyapostle.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Distillery Tour: George Dickel (2014)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/distillery-tour-george-dickel/) - Notes from our tour of the George Dickel distillery (Cascade Hallow) in early 2014 - [Blood Oath Pact No. 9](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/06/blood-oath-pact-no-9/) - Nose: Caramel, fruitcake with apricots, baked apples... Palate: Sweet with caramel, fruity with apples and ... Finish: Moderate in length, slightly drying... - [Elijah Craig 2026 PGA Championship Edition Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/07/elijah-craig-2026-pga-championship-edition-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, subtle oak spice, with toasted... Palate: Rich mouthfeel with caramel, cinnamon, pepper... Finish: Moderate in length with chocolate... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 038](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/barrell-bourbon-batch-038/) - Nose: Chocolate, caramel-covered apples, graham... Palate: Caramel cream candies, cinnamon, vanilla, honey... Finish: Moderately long, slightly drying with... - [Wolfe & Wilson Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/07/wolfe-wilson-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Rye malt funk with a touch of oak, cinnamon... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, malted rye spice with herbal... Finish: Moderate in length with pepper spice... - [Booker's 2026-02 "Milkshake Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/07/bookers-2026-02-milkshake-batch/) - Nose: Thick, vanilla, oak, caramel, dark chocolate... Palate: Chocolate, caramel, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla... Finish: Moderately long, slightly drying with... - [Penelope Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/07/penelope-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Bright with mint, tangerine zest, vanilla and ... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, lemon-lime ... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with honey ... - [Penelope Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/07/penelope-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Toasted orange zest, vanilla sponge cake, crème ... Palate: Rounded mouthfeel, dark chocolate, honey ... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with caramel ... - [Blood Oath Pact No. 12](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/blood-oath-pact-no-12/) - Nose: Caramel, grilled peaches, vanilla, dried herbs ... Palate: Caramel, cinnamon, cocoa, honey, leather ... Finish: Moderately long and drying with ginger ... - [Penelope Architects of Golf Hole 1](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/penelope-architects-of-golf-hole-1/) - Nose: Vanilla, honey, toasted oak with hints of... Palate: Light caramel toffee, vanilla, soft spice notes of... Finish: Short to medium in length, slightly... - [Bärenjäger Honey Bourbon Liqueur](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/barenjager-honey-bourbon-liqueur/) - Nose: Thick raw honey with hints of vanilla, caramel ... Palate: Syrupy thick mouthfeel, honey, bit of cinnamon ... Finish: Short to moderate in length with ... - [Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/remus-lou-gehrig-reserve-bourbon/) - Nose: Salted caramel, fall leaves, cinnamon, baked ... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, cocoa, nutmeg... Finish: Moderate in length with oak spices... - [Old Grand-Dad 114 Single Barrel 7-Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/old-grand-dad-114-single-barrel-7-year/) - Nose: Freshly baked turtle brownies with caramel... Palate: Caramel, chocolate, bits of toffee, pepper, nutmeg... Finish: Medium in length with caramel and ... - [Wenzel Straight Bourbon Finished in Sherry Casks](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/wenzel-straight-bourbon-finished-in-sherry-casks/) - Nose: Fruity with raisins, toasted orange zest, vanilla... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, toffee, chocolate... Finish: Moderately long with raisins... - [Shortbarrel Sapsquatch Bourbon (2026)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/shortbarrel-sapsquatch-bourbon-2026/) - Nose: Maple syrup, oak, caramel, cedar with sweet ... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, maple syrup, pecan pie, figs, sultanas... Finish: Long, drying with maple and ... - [Little Book Chapter 10: All The Wiser](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/06/little-book-chapter-10-all-the-wiser/) - Nose: Orange zest, fig, oak, brown sugar, raisins... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, caramel, cinnamon, sour... Finish: Medium length, drying with vanilla, baking... - [Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch B514](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/07/elijah-craig-barrel-proof/) - Nose: Burnt sugar, citrus zest, buttery toffee . . . Palate: Creamy yet robust and aggressive. More toffee . . . Finish: Peppery spice and a healthy dose of . . . - [Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A117](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/05/elijah-craig-barrel-proof-batch-a117/) - Nose: Salted caramel, cocoa, charred oak, vanilla... Palate: Caramel, cinnamon, vanilla, cracked pepper, oak... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with pepper.. - [Chivas Regal 18 Blended Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/05/chivas-regal-18-blended-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Dried fruit, floral with heather, malt, hints... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with milk chocolate, toffee... Finish: Long with chocolate, fruit and a hint... - [Oaklore Port Cask Finished Four Grain Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/05/oaklore-port-cask-finished-four-grain-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Dark fruit with plums, cherries, raisins, and ... Palate: Cherry cordial, honey, bit of caramel and ... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with red... - [Oaklore Old Fashioned Finished Four Grain Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/05/oaklore-old-fashioned-finished-four-grain-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Wow - old fashioned! Orange bitters with ... Palate: Caramel with orange bitters, pepper, cinnamon ... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with orange ... - [Knob Creek Blender’s Edition 01 Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/05/knob-creek-blenders-edition-01-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, peanut brittle, caramel, rickhouse ... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with bold vanilla, caramel ... Finish: Moderately long and damp with vanilla ... - [Blue Note Wheated Blend 101](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/05/blue-note-wheated-blend-101/) - Nose: Caramel, peach filled pastry w/ cinnamon and... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, pastries w/ caramel drizzle, pecan... Finish: Moderate length w/ honey and... - [Old Forester 1924 10 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/old-forester-1924-10-year-old/) - Nose: Caramel, fudge, vanilla, walnuts, pipe tobacco... Palate: Chocolate, vanilla, caramel, walnuts, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long, drying with toffee... - [Gambit No. 6 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/gambit-no-6-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Fruity with pears, apricots, figs, vanilla, oak... Palate: Dark chocolate covered cherries, toffee, red... Finish: Moderately long, drying with citrus... - [The Glenlivet 12 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/the-glenlivet-12-year-single-malt-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Soft, floral with fruit notes (apples & pears)... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, vanilla, peaches, light... Finish: Short and smooth with a bit of vanilla... - [Austin 111 Cask Strength Light Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/austin-111-cask-strength-light-whiskey/) - Nose: Toasted oak, rye toast with grilled ... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, honey, cinnamon and pepper ... Finish: Short in length with a hint of caramel and ... - [Austin 101 Light Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/austin-101-light-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, honey, buttered pastry with a hint of ... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with cornbread, honey and ... Finish: Short in length with corn and pepper ... - [Austin 121 Cask Strength Light Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/austin-121-cask-strength-light-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, honey buttered bread roll and ... Palate: Thich with a creamy mouthfeel, raw saw palmetto ... Finish: Short in length with dark honey and ... - [High West A Midwinter Night's Dram Act 12 (2024)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/high-west-a-midwinter-nights-dram-act-12-2024/) - Nose: Dark fruit, plums, blackberries, figs, heavy port... Palate: Blood orange, plum, cinnamon, bitter... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with citrus... - [GlenAllachie 15 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/04/glenallachie-15-year-old/) - Nose: Dried fruit, raisins, figs, cherries, orange... Palate: Honey and vanilla with cherries, raisins... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with cocoa... - [Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend Bourbon Batch 444](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/joseph-magnus-cigar-blend-bourbon-batch-444/) - Nose: Dark fruit, tobacco, oak, caramel, cherries... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, fruitcake... Finish: Moderately long, drying with oak, mint... - [Barrell Bourbon Cigar Blend](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/barrell-bourbon-cigar-blend/) - Nose: Musty cigar paper, toffee, dark fruit notes... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with vanilla, black cherry, caramel... Finish: Moderate in length with caramel... - [High West Bourye 2026](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/high-west-bourye-2026/) - Nose: Thick with caramel, toffee, shortbread cookies... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, grilled... Finish: Long with honey, cinnamon, a bit of ginger... - [Columbia Creek 6 Year Tennessee Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/columbia-creek-6-year-tennessee-whiskey/) - Nose: Caramel creme candies, oak, vanilla, apple... Palate: Vanilla, caramel, apples, cinnamon, nutmeg... Finish: Short to moderate in length, slightly drying... - [Redbreast 1989 30 Year Old Port Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/redbreast-1989-30-year-old-port-finish/) - Nose: Robust dark fruits, plums, poached pears... Palate: Thick and syrupy with dark fruits leaning... Finish: Long and slightly drying with fading fruit... - [Yellow Spot 1999 23 Year Old Malaga Cask Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/yellow-spot-1999-23-year-old-malaga-cask-exclusive-to-the-whisky-exchange/) - Nose: Rich and intense fruitcake with vanilla icing... Palate: Stewed pears, apples, peaches and figs with honey... Finish: Long and drying with fading fruit... - [Redbreast 18 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/redbreast-18-year-old/) - Nose: Rich, fruit salad with pears, apples, peaches... Palate: Jammy with blackberries, raspberries and cherries... Finish: Moderately long with fruit notes... - [Gold Spot The Generations Edition 13 Years Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/gold-spot-the-generations-edition-13-years-old/) - Nose: Grains, apples, sultanas, honeysuckle, subtle... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, dried fruits... Finish: Moderately long with honey, spices... - [Redbreast Missouri Oak Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/redbreast-missouri-oak-edition/) - Nose: Honeysuckle, vanilla, floral with berries... Palate: Chocolate, apple, cherry, caramel, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long with pot still spices... - [Stoll & Wolfe Pennsylvania Pure Rye Whiskey Single Barrel Cask Strength](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/03/stoll-wolfe-pennsylvania-pure-rye-whiskey-single-barrel-cask-strength/) - Nose: Figs, grilled peaches, mint, vanilla, a hint of... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with figs, cherries, dark ... Finish: Moderately long, drying with baking... - [Benriach The Thirty Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/benriach-the-thirty-speyside-single-malt-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Fruit notes with figs, raisins, currants... Palate: Dark fruit notes of raisins and plums, honey... Finish: Long and damp with fruity floral notes... - [Glengoyne 25 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/glengoyne-25-year/) - Nose: Rich and thick, deep fruit notes with figs, dates... Palate: Thick and syrupy mouthfeel, mincemeat pie... Finish: Long and damp with cloves, anise, oak... - [Cragganmore 1995 26 Years Old Single Cask Bottled 2022](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/cragganmore-1995-26-years-old-single-cask-bottled-2022/) - Nose: Rich with coffee cake, stewed plums, raisins... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with fruitcake, raisins... Finish: Moderately long and damp with dark fruit... - [Cragganmore 25 Years Old Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/cragganmore-25-years-old-limited-edition/) - Nose: Light, heather, floral, vanilla, honey, grassy with... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, warming with vanilla... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with citrus... - [Longmorn 25 Year Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/longmorn-25-year-limited-edition/) - Nose: Leather, stewed fruits, plums, raisins, tangerines... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruit with peaches, apples... Finish: Long and drying with pepper spice... - [Talisker 25 Year Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/talisker-25-year-limited-edition/) - Nose: Peat, earthy, smoked meat with salty, briney... Palate: Creamy and thick mouthfeel with honey, vanilla... Finish: Long and damp with honey, chocolate... - [Shortbarrel Four Grain Straight Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/shortbarrel-four-grain-straight-bourbon/) - Nose: Butter popcorn, pastry with vanilla cream frosting... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with vanilla, light... Finish: Moderate in length with caramel ... - [High West Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/high-west-cask-strength-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Salted caramel, toffee, oak, cinnamon, cocoa... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with vanilla, fudge, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long with caramel, baking... - [Knob Creek Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon, Eli Manning's Bold Pick: 2026 Batch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/knob-creek-single-barrel-cask-strength-bourbon-eli-mannings-bold-pick-2026-batch/) - Nose: Salted caramel, dark chocolate, brown sugar... Palate: Bold and warm with caramel, cinnamon, chili... Finish: Moderate in length, spicy with cinnamon... - [Fincasa De La Tierra Rum Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/02/fincasa-de-la-tierra-rum-barrel-finish-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Rye spice with mint, citrus zest, dill, vanilla... Palate: Mint, orange zest, vanilla, honey, brown... Finish: Medium in length with spice notes of... - [Jacoulot Petit Brandy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/01/jacoulot-petit-brandy/) - Nose: Rich, milk chocolate, raisins, honey, citrus... Palate: Honey with candied orange, lemon, raisins... Finish: Moderate in length with honey and... - [Delord Armagnac 25 Years](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/01/delord-armagnac-25-years/) - Nose: Coffee, cocoa butter, caramel, vanilla... Palate: Dried fruit with grapes, raisins, prunes, apricots... Finish: Moderately long, drying with tobacco... - [E&J XO Brandy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/01/ej-xo-brandy/) - Nose: Heavy vanilla, subtle floral notes with a bit... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, caramel creme candy... Finish: Short in length, sweet with notes of cherry... - [E&J VS Brandy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/01/ej-vs-brandy/) - Nose: Bright, crisp, subtle floral, perfume with... Palate: Round mouthfeel, light, grapes, bit of baking... Finish: Short to moderate in length, slightly... - [Foursquare Master Series Edition No. 1 Rum](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/01/foursquare-master-series-edition-no-1-rum/) - Nose: Banana, charred oak, coconut, tobacco... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with dark chocolate, chili oil... Finish: Long, warm, syrupy, spicy with chocolate... - [Appleton Estate 12‑Year‑Old Rare Casks Jamaican Rum](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/01/appleton-estate-12-year-old-rare-casks-jamaican-rum/) - Nose: Banana nut bread with tropical fruit notes... Palate: Sweet caramel, vanilla, milk chocolate, unsweetened... Finish: Short to moderate in length, with... - [Wilderness Trail 6 Year Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2026/01/wilderness-trail-6-year-kentucky-straight-wheated-bourbon/) - Nose: Coffee cake with vanilla icing, caramel, cinnamon... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, caramel, butterscotch... Finish: Short to moderate in length with oak... - [Glenfarclas 25 Year Old London Edition Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/glenfarclas-25-year-old-london-edition-exclusive-to-the-whisky-exchange/) - Nose: Raisins, plums, leather, figs, orange peel, floral... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with fruit cake, caramel... Finish: Long and syrupy with dates, sherry... - [Deanston 1995 26 Year Old Gleann Mór Rare Find](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/deanston-1995-26-year-old-gleann-mor-rare-find/) - Nose: Spongecake, pineapple, coconut, figs, almonds... Palate: Thick and creamy mouthfeel with chocolate fudge... Finish: Long, thick and syrupy with baking... - [A Good Old-Fashioned Christmas Whisky 2022 Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/a-good-old-fashioned-christmas-whisky-2022-edition/) - Nose: Fruity, chocolate fudge, orange zest, pears... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with apples, raisins... Finish: Moderate in length with spice notes... - [Holladay Soft Red Wheat Bottled in Bond 6 Year Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/holladay-soft-red-wheat-bottled-in-bond-6-year-bourbon/) - Nose: Vanilla wafers, caramel, honey, oak, hint of... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, caramel, butterscotch... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with vanilla... - [New Riff 8 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/new-riff-8-year-old-kentucky-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Rye spice with mint, thyme, orange zest, lime... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, drying with orange, mint... Finish: Moderately long and drying with pepper... - [Barrell Dovetail Toasted](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/barrell-dovetail-toasted/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, freshly polished oak, honey... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, syrupy and warm with brown sugar... Finish: Long and syrupy with honeyed fruit... - [New Riff 8 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/new-riff-8-year-old-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Salted caramel, vanilla, black cherry, charred oak... Palate: Chocolate, toffee, vanilla spongecake... Finish: Long and drying with caramel, cinnamon... - [Still Austin Bottled in Bond Bourbon 6 Year Fall 2024](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/12/still-austin-bottled-in-bond-bourbon-6-year-fall-2024/) - Nose: Rich caramel, toffee, oak, figs, dates and... Palate: Rich mouthfeel with caramel, toffee, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long and damp with caramel... - [Tomintoul Cigar Malt Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/11/tomintoul-cigar-malt-speyside-single-malt-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Plums, figs, mincemeat pie, smoke, leather... Palate: Chocolate, hazlenut, figs, blackberries... Finish: Moderate in length with honey, dark fruit... - [Sagamore Spirit Barrel Select Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/11/sagamore-spirit-barrel-select-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Rye spice with fennel, dill, tarragon, mint... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, vanilla then sharpens to... Finish: Moderately long with grapefruit, cinnamon... - [Blackened - Straight Whiskeys Finished in Brandy Casks](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/11/blackened-straight-whiskeys-finished-in-brandy-casks/) - Nose: Charred oak, caramel, vanilla and... Palate: Honey, cinnamon candy, orange zest, grapefruit... Finish: Short to moderate in length with pepper spice... - [Barrell Triple Rum Cask Finish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/11/barrell-triple-rum-cask-finish-whiskey/) - Nose: Rummy w/ notes of molasses, orange blossom... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, warm with honey, cinnamon... Finish: Moderate in length with coconut, pineapple... - [High West A Midwinter Night's Dram Act 13 (2025)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/11/high-west-a-midwinter-nights-dram-act-13-2025/) - Nose: Dark fruit, plums, blackberries, figs, heavy... Palate: Blood orange, plum, cinnamon, bitter... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with citrus spice... - [Bib & Tucker Gold Roast Provisions Parcel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/11/bib-tucker-gold-roast-provisions-parcel/) - Looking for a holiday gift box for the whiskey lover in your life? Bib & Tucker Gold Roast Provisions Parcel should get serious consideration (my review WHY!) - [Ōlta Mexican Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/10/olta-mexican-whisky/) - Nose: Grilled corn, vanilla, honey with notes of... Palate: Sweet with a smokey funky corn note, honey... Finish: Short to moderate in length with smoked... - [West Overton Keystone Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/10/west-overton-keystone-rye/) - Nose: Strong rye spice notes with mint, time, oak funk... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with caramel, honey, cloves... Finish: Long, slightly drying with rye spice... - [Bib & Tucker Gold Roast Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/08/bib-tucker-gold-roast-bourbon/) - Nose: Corn flakes with caramel, brown sugar... Palate: Milk chocolate with caramel, toffee, vanilla... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with chocolate and... - [Stoll & Wolfe Pennsylvania Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/10/stoll-wolfe-pennsylvania-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Bright rye spice - mint, thyme, dill with... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with honey, vanilla, cloves... Finish: Moderately long with pepper spice followed... - [Stoll & Wolfe Blend of American Straight Whiskeys](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/10/stoll-wolfe-blend-of-american-straight-whiskeys/) - Nose: Soft, mild vanilla, light caramel, buttered corn... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with honey, vanilla, bit of.... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Oaklore Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished Four Grain Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/10/oaklore-oloroso-sherry-cask-finished-four-grain-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, sherried fruit with raisins and figs, oak... Palate: Cherries, raisins, chocolate, honey and... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with honey... - [Blue Note Honey Rye Cask 2025 Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/09/blue-note-honey-rye-cask-2025-release/) - Nose: Honey, caramel, mint, oak, vanilla wafers and... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with honey, cinnamon, cloves... Finish: Moderate in length with honey, spices... - [Tullibardine 25 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/10/tullibardine-25-year-old/) - Nose: Soft and subtle, cereal notes, heather, peaches... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with butterscotch, orange... Finish: Moderately long and damp with honey... - [State Line Coffee Liqueur](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/09/state-line-coffee-liqueur/) - Nose: Medium to dark roast coffee with a bit of... Palate: Sweet coffee with a bit of caramel and dulce de... Finish: Short in length with notes of coffee... - [National Whiskey Sour Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/08/national-whiskey-sour-day/) - Before the hate mail comes pouring in ("Hey - weren't you the guy who hated all of these holidays?"), I can admit when I"m wrong. Not saying I was BUT sometimes you just need a good excuse for a drink. If the powers that be give you National Whiskey Sour Day, why fight it when you can enjoy a whiskey sour, along with that sense of accomplishment. - [Blue Hanger 10th Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/05/blue-hanger-10th-release/) - Nose: Sweet round fruitiness with bananas foster . . . Palate: There is a lovely interplay of mild smoke and . . . Finish: Mild dry tartness of . . . - [High West Campfire](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/04/high-west-campfire/) - Nose: The rye jumps out on the nose with a . . . Palate: Rich vanilla cream, toffee crisp, black tea . . . Finish: Black pepper and slightly medicinal . . . - [Kinnickinnic Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/06/kinnickinnic-whiskey/) - Nose: The nose is very corn forward, I would almost . . . Palate: Snickerdoodle sweetness with much less corn . . . Finish: Hot chili pepper and . . . - [Cutty Sark Prohibition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/01/cutty-sark-prohibition/) - Nose: Roasted nuts drizzled with a sherry reduction . . . Palate: A fruit tart that I just can't place. Creamy rich mouth feel . . . Finish: Dry and medium length. Nothing . . . - [Ardbog](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/01/ardbog/) - Nose: The peat weaves through but there is a . . . Palate: A nice rich oiliness to it that, an interesting interplay of savory . . . Finish: Minty, smokey and . . . - [Ardbeg Galileo](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/01/ardbeg-galileo/) - Nose: Pleasant, a little more floral and herbal than . . . Palate: The Marsala and bourbon casks give it a nice sweetness that . . . Finish: Chloroseptic throat spray . . . - [Ardbeg Dark Cove](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/05/ardbeg-dark-cove/) - Nose: The nose is full on smoky Ardbeg . . . Palate: A rich raisin and toffee sweetness jump out . . . Finish: The finish is long, peppery, and . . . - [Ardbeg Auriverdes](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/12/ardbeg-auriverdes/) - Nose: Briney capers over salted cod, more vegetal peat . . . Palate: Surprising play of chocolate and vanilla with . . . Finish: Smoky yet creamy. It fades with . . . - [Ardbeg Perpetuum](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/05/ardbeg-perpetuum/) - Nose: This is a very nice riff on the Ardbeg nose, tar with . . . Palate: A thick smokiness lays on top of layers of . . . Finish: The finish is layers of . . . - [Whisky Fest NY '09 Recap](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/11/whisky-fest-ny-09-recap/) - [Whisky On The Hudson ‘09](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/09/whisky-on-the-hudson-09/) - [Glenlivet Nadurra Triumph](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/09/glenlivet-nadurra-triumph-2/) - Nose: Hints of licorice, fresh grain, and citrus . . . Palate: Sweeter than regular Nadurra or regular 18 year old Glenlivet . . . Finish Surprisingly dry and slightly tannic . . . - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 036](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/06/barrell-bourbon-batch-036/) - Nose: Baked goods, caramel, cinnamon, mixed raw... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with honey, caramel, toffee... Finish: Long and thick with cherry cola, cinnamon... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 035](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/08/barrell-bourbon-batch-035/) - Nose: Rich with banana nut bread, freshly baked chocolate ... Palate: Spicy with cocoa, cinnamon, citrus and. Finish: Moderately long, drying with chili... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 033](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/07/barrell-bourbon-batch-033/) - Nose: Caramel sauce, dried fruit, toffee, oak, floral... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, spicy with orange, honey... Finish: Moderately long, drying with mineral... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 032](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/03/barrell-bourbon-batch-032/) - Nose: Caramel, worn book leather, chocolate, cherries... Palate: Thick and viscous mouthfeel, caramel... Finish: Moderately long, drying with chocolate... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 031](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/01/barrell-bourbon-batch-031/) - Nose: Rich salted caramel, oak, leather, tobacco... Palate: Rich and thick mouthfeel, fruity with peach cobbler... Finish: Long and damp with pepper, caramel... - [Barrell Craft Spirits Gray Label Bourbon 5th Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/barrell-craft-spirits-gray-label-bourbon-5th-release/) - Nose: Rich with fall leaves, freshly baked banana-nut... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, sour-fruity candy, dark chocolate.. Finish: Long and drying with oak, citrus.. - [Barrell Craft Spirits Gray Label Bourbon 4th Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/12/barrell-craft-spirits-gray-label-bourbon-4th-release/) - Nose: Rich with fudge and salted caramel, graham cracker... Palate: Toffee, cross between coffee cake & fruitcake... Finish: Moderately long and drying with... - [Barrell Craft Spirits Gray Label Whiskey 2nd Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/12/barrell-craft-spirits-gray-label-whiskey-2nd-release/) - Nose: Thick with maple candies, dried tropical fruit... Palate: Thick with butterscotch, apples, sarsaparilla... Finish: Long with a building rye spice... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 030](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/09/barrell-bourbon-batch-030/) - Nose: Caramel apples, fall leaves, toffee, oak, pumpkin... Palate: Rich with chocolate, caramel, hazelnuts, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long, damp with oak.. - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 029](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/06/barrell-bourbon-batch-029/) - Nose: Rich vanilla, caramel, berries, cigar paper, leather... Palate: Rich and sweet toffee, chocolate, hazelnuts... Finish: Moderately long, damp with cocoa... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 027](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/01/barrell-bourbon-batch-027/) - Nose: Caramel, cherries, roasted walnuts, musty oak, ... Palate: Sweet and thick with cherries and honey, vanilla ... Finish: Moderately long with caramel ... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 028](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/03/barrell-bourbon-batch-028/) - Nose: Chocolate covered cherries, vanilla crème... Palate: Caramel sauce over berries in vanilla pudding, pepper... Finish: Moderately long and drying with... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 026](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/01/barrell-bourbon-batch-026/) - Nose: Salted caramel, vanilla, graham cracker ... Palate: Thick and spicy with citrus zip, honey, caramel ... Finish: Moderately long, thickly sweet with ... - [High West The Prisoner's Share](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/06/high-west-the-prisoners-share/) - Nose: Cranberries, orange zest, cherries, toffee, oak... Palate: Sour cherries, cranberries, cocoa, honey... Finish: Moderately long, drying with cherries... - [High West High Country American Single Malt Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/03/high-west-high-country-american-single-malt-whiskey/) - Nose: Apricot, pears, honey suckle, floral notes... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet and fruity with baked ... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with pepper... - [High West The Noble Share](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/12/high-west-the-noble-share/) - Nose: Tropical fruit notes of mango and candied... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with pears, apples and... Finish: Moderately long and drying with citrus... - [High West Bourye 2025](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/04/high-west-bourye-2025/) - Nose: Baked apple crisp, vanilla, oak, cedar... Palate: Salted caramel, chocolate orange, toffee, ginger... Finish: Moderate in length with peaches, caramel... - [High West Rendezvous Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/08/high-west-rendezvous-rye/) - Nose: That great rye spearmint note comes through first . . . Palate: Molasses sweetness, well balanced, with the rye spice . . . Finish: Rye pepper, light wood, and minty finish. . . - [Vintage 17](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/04/vintage-17/) - Nose: Vanilla, cinnamon, and rum cake . . . Palate: Creme brulee, cinnamon, and toasted oak . . . Finish: Dry wood, leather, aged tobacco, and chalky . . . - [High West Double Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/04/high-west-double-rye/) - Nose: Pine needles, orange zest, licorice, and herbal tea . . . Palate: Mellow in the mouth with notes of orange blossom honey . . . Finish: The finish is dry with lots of oak and . . . - [Laphroaig 10yo](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/08/laphroaig-10yo/) - [Beauty and the Beist](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/09/beauty-and-the-beist/) - [Gateway Series #5: Bushmills Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/gateway-series-5-bushmills-irish-whiskey/) - [Jack Daniel's Bonded](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/09/jack-daniels-bonded/) - Nose: Slightly burnt caramel, charred oak, cocoa... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, chocolate, pepper, marshmallow... Finish: Moderate in length with chocolate... - [RIOT. Double Bonded Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/09/riot-double-bonded-rye/) - Nose: Rye spice with mint, cinnamon, lemon and... Palate: Sharp, warm and spicy with chocolate, cinnamon... Finish: Short to moderate in length with cinnamon... - [Flipside Triple Wood Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/09/flipside-triple-wood-bourbon/) - Nose: Vanilla, slightly sour oak, fall leaves... Palate: Sweet with caramel corn, cinnamon, honey, anise... Finish: Short to moderate in length with vanilla... - [Wild Turkey Master's Keep Cornerstone Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/09/wild-turkey-masters-keep-cornerstone-rye/) - Nose: Citrus zest, dill, mint, charred oak, honey... Palate: Green apple sour candy, cinnamon, caramel... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with apples... - [Four Roses 2025 Limited Edition Small Batch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/09/four-roses-2025-limited-edition-small-batch/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, apricot, raw honey, orange zest... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, blood... Finish: Long and drying with caramel, oak and... - [Remus Repeal Reserve Series IX Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/08/remus-repeal-reserve-series-ix-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Rich with chocolate fudge, caramel, brown... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with chocolate, walnuts... Finish: Long and syrupy with caramel, bit of coffee... - [Blue Note Honey Bourbon Cask 2025 Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/08/blue-note-honey-bourbon-cask-2025-release/) - Nose: Charred oak, honey, vanilla, caramel apples & ... Palate: Honey with vanilla sponge cake, cinnamon, caramel... Finish: Moderate in length with cinnamon... - [Woodinville Straight Bourbon Aged 9 Years](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/08/woodinville-straight-bourbon-aged-9-years/) - Nose: Toasted oak, orange zest, toffee, salted caramel... Palate: Chocolate, black cherries, cinnamon, coconut... Finish: Moderately long, slightly drying... - [Woodinville: 24 Month Open-Air Seasons, Heavy Toast Light Char](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/08/woodinville-24-month-open-air-seasons-heavy-toast-light-char/) - A decade-long quest to craft the world’s best bourbon led Woodinville to a breakthrough barrel—and a whiskey worth every minute of the wait. - [Jura 18 Year Single Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/05/jura-18-year-single-malt/) - Nose: Rich, thick musty sherry with raisins and . . . Palate: Creamy viscous mouthfeel; sweet dark fruits with . . . Finish: Moderately long and slowly . . . - [Rebel 10-Year Single Barrel Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/08/rebel-10-year-single-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Coffee cake w/ caramel frosting, oak, vanilla... Palate: Round mouthfeel with caramel, vanilla, cinnamon... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Minden Mill Nevada Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/08/minden-mill-nevada-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Fruity with sour apple candies, grapefruit, char... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with grapefruit, honey, black... Finish: Moderately long with anise, apple... - [Yellowstone American Single Malt Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/07/yellowstone-american-single-malt-whiskey/) - Nose: Honey, hay, subtle fruit and floral notes with pine... Palate: Honey, toffee, pears, cherries, clove and... Finish: Moderately long with honey, bit of... - [Two Stacks Single Grain Double Barrel Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/07/two-stacks-single-grain-double-barrel-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Soft, subtle, honey, apricot, vanilla... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, honey, apricots, candied orange... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with vanilla... - [Woodinville 8 Year Straight Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/07/woodinville-8-year-straight-rye/) - Nose: Rich and spicy with cloves, brown sugar, figs... Palate: Red berries (raspberry and cranberry), cinnamon... Finish: Moderate in length with oak, citrus... - [Little Book Chapter 9: None for Granted](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/07/little-book-chapter-9-none-for-granted/) - Nose: Subtle, honey, toffee, caramel, cinnamon... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, caramel, vanilla, baked... Finish: Moderate in length, slightly drying w/ citrus... - [Compass Box Art & Decadence Blended Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/07/compass-box-art-decadence-blended-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Vanilla, honey, fresh baked vanilla cupcakes... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with peaches and cream... Finish: Long and bright with tropical fruit notes... - [Lagavulin Offerman Edition 11 Year-Old Caribbean Rum Cask Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/06/lagavulin-offerman-edition-11-year-old-caribbean-rum-cask-finish/) - Nose: Smoked fish, iodine, campfire, molasses, nylon... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with honey, vanilla... Finish: Moderate in length with honey, rum... - [The Balvenie 18 Years Pedro Ximénez Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/06/the-balvenie-18-years-pedro-ximenez-cask-single-malt-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Creamy, dark fruits including raisins... Palate: Fruity with raisins, dates, blood orange, toffee... Finish: Long and slightly drying with smoke... - [Foursquare Exceptional Cask 2009 Aged Rum](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/06/foursquare-exceptional-cask-2009-aged-rum/) - Nose: Coconut, almonds, confectionary cotton candy... Palate: Warm and sweet, vanilla, brown sugar, caramel... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying... - [Ron Navazos Palazzi Cask Strength Rum Oloroso Casks](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/05/ron-navazos-palazzi-cask-strength-rum-oloroso-casks/) - Nose: Molasses, dark fruit notes, plums, raisins... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with fruitcake, raisins, plums... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying... - [Glenfarclas 15 Year Old 95 Proof Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/05/glenfarclas-15-year-old-95-proof-exclusive-to-the-whisky-exchange/) - Nose: Dark fruit, hint of spent matches, oak, earth... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, raisins, cherries, brown sugar... Finish: Moderate to long, drying with fruit... - [Glen Garioch 31 Year Old Angus Thanes Series Macbeth Act One](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/05/glen-garioch-31-year-old-angus-thanes-series-macbeth-act-one/) - Nose: Light, floral, subtle fruit with peaches, pears & ... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, honey, vanilla, orange... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with fruit... - [Longmorn 1996 23 Year Old Sherry Cask](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/05/longmorn-1996-23-year-old-sherry-cask/) - Nose: Dark fruit notes of figs, dates, raisins and... Palate: Thick, viscous and rich with fig, cherry, honey... Finish: Long and drying with spiced dates... - [Blood Oath Pact No. 11](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/04/blood-oath-pact-no-11/) - Nose: Vanilla, grilled corn, orange zest, honey... Palate: Vanilla, cracked pepper, chili oil, lime, grapefruit... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with... - [Compass Box Nectarosity](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/04/compass-box-nectarosity/) - Nose: Rich and fruity, peaches, grapes, tangerines... Palate: Bright and fruity, pears, peaches, cherries... Finish: Moderately long and creamy with cinnamon... - [Yellowstone Small Batch 107](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/04/yellowstone-small-batch-107/) - Nose: Salted caramel, chocolate, vanilla, raw walnuts... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, caramel, milk chocolate, honey... Finish: Moderately long and syrupy with... - [Compass Box Crimson Casks](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/05/compass-box-crimson-casks/) - Nose: Rich, dark fruits, sandalwood, leather, toffee... Palate: Creamy and rich with dark fruits, raisins... Finish: Moderately long, drying slightly with... - [Compass Box The Peat Monster Cask Strength Origin Story](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/04/compass-box-the-peat-monster-cask-strength-origin-story/) - Nose: Smokey peaty goodness! Creosote, nylon rope... Palate: Rich and thick, sweet with caramel, marzipan... Finish: Long and syrupy yet drying with toffee... - [JYPSI Tribute Double Barreled Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/03/jypsi-tribute-double-barreled-bourbon/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, sponge cake with a bit of maple... Palate: Round mouthfeel, caramel, toffee, vanilla, cocoa... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with... - [Lux Row Small Batch PX Sherry Cask Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/03/lux-row-small-batch-px-sherry-cask-finish/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, figs, plums, bit of orchard... Palate: Creamy with caramel, chocolate, vanilla, grape... Finish: Moderately long with baking spices ... - [Redbreast 19 Year Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/03/redbreast-19-year-old-oloroso-sherry-cask-exclusive-to-the-whisky-exchange/) - Nose: Sherried fruit with golden raisins & cherries... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, fruity with apples and pears, oak... Finish: Long, damp and syrupy with fruit... - [Redbreast Tawny Port Cask Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/03/redbreast-tawny-port-cask-edition/) - Nose: Rich fruity malt with blood orange, currants... Palate: Creamy and fruity with orange, figs, caramel... Finish: Moderate in length with dark fruits... - [Two Stacks The First Cut Signature Blend Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/03/two-stacks-the-first-cut-signature-blend-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Heather, vanilla, peaches, apples, cereal... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with peaches and... Finish: Moderately long and syrupy with fading fruit... - [Clynelish 1995 26 Year Old 50th Anniversary](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/03/clynelish-1995-26-year-old-50th-anniversary/) - Nose: Rich but delicate, fruity with pears, apples... Palate: Thick and cream mouthfeel, waxy with fruit... Finish: Moderately long and syrupy with fruit... - [Three Chord Allman Brothers Band Backstage Series Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/02/three-chord-allman-brothers-band-backstage-series-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, oak, toffee, baked apples... Palate: Fruity with peaches, pears and apples all dusted... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with fruit... - [Johnnie Walker Blue Label Legendary Eight](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/02/johnnie-walker-blue-label-legendary-eight/) - Nose: Pleasant, floral, dried fruit with peaches... Palate: Apples, pears, peaches with a tangy butterscotch... Finish: Moderately long with fruit, vanilla... - [Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/02/barrell-foundation-double-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, cocoa, baking spices, vanilla, bit of... Palate: Orange creamsicle, caramel, cinnamon, vanilla... Finish: Moderate in length, slightly drying... - [Penelope Estate Collection Private Select](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/02/penelope-estate-collection-private-select/) - Nose: Salted caramel, toffee, vanilla, brown sugar... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with vanilla, caramel... Finish: Moderate in length with vanilla, classic oak... - [Penelope Estate Collection Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/02/penelope-estate-collection-single-barrel/) - Nose: Salted caramel, vanilla, oak, cherry, hint... Palate: Vanilla, crème brûlée, cherry, caramel, hint of maple... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with... - [Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Casks](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/01/woodinville-straight-bourbon-whiskey-finished-in-port-casks/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, dried plums, cherries, currants... Palate: Round mouthfeel with caramel, chocolate... Finish: Short to moderate in length with dried... - [George Dickel X Leopold Bros Collaboration Blend Three Chamber](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/01/george-dickel-x-leopold-bros-collaboration-blend-three-chamber/) - Nose: Pinched fresh mint leaves, bright, lemon... Palate: Viscous and creamy mouthfeel, lemon, honey... Finish: Moderately long with mint, citrus, cinnamon... - [Duncan Taylor 30 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/01/duncan-taylor-30-year/) - Nose: Vanilla spongecake, floral, orange creamsicle... Palate: Sweet and malty with honey, vanilla, hint of... Finish: Moderate in length with citrus and... - [Kentucky Owl Straight Rye Batch #1](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2025/01/kentucky-owl-straight-rye-batch-1/) - Nose: Herbal spice, anise, cloves, mint, citrus... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, rye spice with cinnamon, orange... Finish: Moderately long with citrus tending... - [Booker's 2024-04 "Jimmy's Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/12/bookers-2024-04-jimmys-batch/) - Nose: Salted caramel, vanilla, oak, brown sugar and... Palate: Caramel, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, bit of dark... Finish: Moderately long with oak, cocoa and... - [Jack Daniel's 10 Year Old Tennessee Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/12/jack-daniels-10-year-old-tennessee-whiskey/) - Nose: Salted caramel, crème brûlée, banana nut bread... Palate: Rich and thick, bread pudding, caramel, honey... Finish: Moderate in length, syrupy with... - [Heaven Hill Select Stock 9 Year Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/12/heaven-hill-select-stock-9-year-malt/) - Nose: Malty, dark fruit notes of raisins and black... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, sweet and fruity with plums... Finish: Moderate to long, drying, fruity with... - [Parker's Heritage Collection 10 Year Bourbon Heavy Char Barrels](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/12/parkers-heritage-collection-10-year-bourbon-heavy-char-barrels/) - Nose: Dark chocolate, graham cracker, roasted... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, turtle brownies with chocolate... Finish: Long, syrupy fudge with subtle... - [New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon 2023](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/11/new-riff-single-barrel-bourbon-2023/) - Nose: Salted caramel, charred oak, vanilla, molasses... Palate: Bitter dark chocolate, pepper spice (almost... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with pepper... - [Tomatin 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/08/tomatin-18-year/) - Nose: Rich fruit notes of apricots, figs, caramelized grilled . . . Palate: Thick and creamy mouthfeel, rich , sweet . . . Finish: Moderately long, slightly drying . . . - [Tomatin 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/08/tomatin-12-year/) - Nose: Fruitcake with warm caramel sauce, raisins, baking . . . Palate: Creamy and fruity with raisins, pears, spongecake . . . Finish: Moderate in length, damp with . . . - [Tomatin 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/08/tomatin-15-year/) - Nose: Light and fruity with peaches, candied orange, vanilla . . . Palate: Sweet and creamy with honey, vanilla, mandarin . . . Finish: Moderate in length with honey . . . - [Spirit Works Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/04/spirit-works-four-grain-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Light vanilla, cherry blossoms, honey, chamomile tea . . . Palate: Creamy and rounded mouthfeel, vanilla wafers atop . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length . . . - [Spirit Works Distillery 8 Year Rye Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/spirit-works-distillery-8-year-rye-limited-edition/) - Nose: Rice pudding, oak, orange creamsicle, mint... Palate: Sweet and fruity with orchard fruits and blood... Finish: Moderately long and drying with pepper... - [Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/04/yellow-rose-outlaw-bourbon/) - Nose: Corn liquor coming off the still . . . Palate: A bit of a fiery red head this one is. Corn whiskey sweet with . . . Finish: A little hot but . . . - [Winchester Rye whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/07/winchester-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Bright, young rye, mint . . . Palate: Smoother, cereal sweet with . . . Finish: Short and wet . . . - [Clan Macgregor Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/02/clan-macgregor-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Sweet malted grain, slightly . . . Palate: Thin mouthfeel; young . . . Finish: Short and . . . - [Johnnie Walker Platinum Label 18 Years Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/09/johnnie-walker-platinum-label-18-years-old/) - Nose: Sherried smoke with subtle dark fruit behind . . . Palate: Soft entry with a slightly creamy mouthfeel and . . . Finish: Moderately long and . . . - [Craigellachie 17 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/10/craigellachie-17-year/) - Nose: Thick and meaty with . . . Palate: Rich and deliciously sweet . . . Finish: The finish is very . . . - [Stolen Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/09/stolen-whiskey/) - Nose: Oak, smoke, char, burnt sugar . . . Palate: Smoke, oak, subtle . . . Finish: Moderate in length . . . - [Aberlour Double Cask 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/05/aberlour-double-cask-12-year/) - Nose: There is just a whisper of sherry on the nose . . . Palate: Sweet and nice but a bit thin. Fruity . . . Finish: Drying and slightly bitter with . . . - [Westland American Single Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/11/westland-american-single-malt/) - Nose: Rich and sweetly floral . . . Palate: Delicate and well balanced . . . Finish: A little peppery and . . . - [Blade and Bow 22 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/09/blade-and-bow-22-year/) - Nose: An old men's study - polished oak . . . Palate: The mouthfeel is a little thin but . . . Finish: Drying and very . . . - [The Deveron 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/05/the-deveron-12-year/) - Nose: Baked apple tarts and malt-o-meal . . . Palate: Sweet, nutty apple dumplings drizzled with . . . Finish: Dry, nutty, woody, and slightly . . . - [Aultmore 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/05/aultmore-12-year/) - Nose: Grassy and very inviting. A dry kind of . . . Palate: Rich and ripe sweetness. Poached orchard fruits . . . Finish: Crisp apples, and a slight . . . - [Royal Brackla 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/05/royal-brackla-12-year/) - Nose: Green, nutty, herbal, and vegetal . . . Palate: Oven toasted almonds, sherry forward, and . . . Finish: Nutty and slightly spicy . . . - [Blade and Bow](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/07/blade-and-bow/) - Nose: A little bland with just an alcohol tinged hint of . . . Palate: Surprisingly sweet but a little thin, sweetness is fruity like . . . Finish: Dry and woody . . . - [Knob Creek Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/knob-creek-rye/) - Nose: Rye spice, lightly minty, herbal notes reminding . . . Palate: Creamy and bitter...an odd combination; this isn't a . . . Finish: Black pepper, bitter wood, and very . . . - [Barrell Bourbon New Year 2025](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/11/barrell-bourbon-new-year-2025/) - Nose: Vanilla, tropical fruit notes, pear, lemon... Palate: Cross between lemon meringue and key lime pie... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with tropical... - [Woodinville Founder’s Find](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/11/woodinville-founders-find/) - Nose: Caramel, dried orchard fruit, cinnamon, nutmeg... Palate: Creamy, sweet with caramel, cherry, honey... Finish: Long with caramel apple, milk chocolate... - [Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/05/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year-bourbon/) - Nose: Dark chocolate, caramel, brown sugar . . . Palate: Warm, sweet with vanilla, caramel . . . Finish: Moderately long and drying with . . . - [Bowman Brothers Pioneer Spirit](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/02/bowman-brothers-pioneer-spirit/) - Nose: A little medicinal, dark and rich with notes of tart berries . . . Palate: Smooth and slow to evolve, you have to . . . Finish: Warm, comforting, dried popsicle sticks, and . . . - [Hancock’s President’s Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/08/hancocks-presidents-reserve-single-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Vanilla custard, salted caramel, hint of butterscotch . . . Palate: Soft, sweet caramel sauce with nutmeg, toffee . . . Finish: Moderately long, drying with . . . - [Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/e-h-taylor-small-batch/) - Nose: Hot, with notes of maple syrup and . . . Palate: Caramel, hot peppers (jalapeno like heat, not peppercorns) Finish: Oak mellowing into rich black . . . - [Blanton's](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/blantons/) - Nose: Light and powdery on the nose, vanilla and wintergreen . . . Palate: Surprisingly sweet and reminiscent of Corn Pops, heavy vanilla . . . Finish: Dry, oaky, and slightly . . . - [Very Old Barton BIB](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/07/very-old-barton-bib/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, cornbread, cinnamon, and . . . Palate: Burnt caramel syrup, black pepper, polish wood . . . Finish: A little rough around the edges at first . . . - [Rock Hill Farms](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/06/rock-hill-farms/) - Nose: Cocoa powder, hair spray, cinnamon, dried cherries . . . Palate: Burnt caramel, more cherries, dark chocolate truffles . . . Finish: Dry cocoa powder and . . . - [Ancient Ancient Age 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/06/ancient-age-10-year/) - Nose: Wildflower honey, honeycrisp apples, and . . . Palate: Lots of vanilla and black pepper with notes of . . . Finish: Black pepper and heavy . . . - [Weller Special Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/05/weller-special-reserve/) - Nose: Weller always comes across with honeysuckle sweetness, crisp . . . Palate: Not very sweet but it's nicely balanced with oak, caramel . . . Finish: Crisp and a little spicy . . . - [Colonel E.H. Taylor Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/e-h-taylor-jr-single-barrel/) - Nose: This nose is a little shy. Give it time and a light honeysuckle . . . Palate: The palate is as muted as the nose. It's leathery and . . . Finish: Dry like a day old cigar . . . - [Colonel E.H. Taylor Tornado](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/e-h-taylor-jr-tornado/) - Nose: Dark berries drizzled with vanilla and tree . . . Palate: There is a lot of vanilla and mint but also something that . . . Finish: This finished very clean and dry with . . . - [Weller 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/weller-12-year/) - Nose: Spiced apples, caramel, buttery vanilla, and oak . . . Palate: A light sweetness that turns tart, dry, and woody . . . Finish: Hot with black peppercorns, polished . . . - [Old Weller Antique](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/05/old-weller-antique/) - Nose: Vanilla, honey, maple syrup, and an astringent . . . Palate: Chewy, fruity sweet, lots of vanilla, and it trails . . . Finish: Caramel covered oak bars sprinkled with . . . - [We're All Full Of Sh*t](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/were-all-full-of-sht/) - [Glenlivet French Oak 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/glenlivet-french-oak-15-year/) - Nose: This one is kind of like a vanilla stone fruit parfait . . . Palate: Fruity (mostly apple), malty, vanilla, and oak, this is a . . . Finish: Initially creamy and then it . . . - [Glenlivet 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/glenlivet-18-year/) - Nose: Butter, nutmeg, sherry, orange blossoms, and . . . Palate: Floral, grassy, and lightly sweet, very . . . Finish: Mellow oak and a wispy sweetness that . . . - [Glenlivet Archive 21 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/glenlivet-archive-21-year/) - Nose: Sherry, treacle, butterscotch, and malt . . . Palate: It creeps in so softly that it almost seems light and then the richness . . . Finish: Toasted nuts, white pepper, and . . . - [Pappy Van Winkle 20 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/06/pappy-van-winkle-20-year/) - Nose: On the 20 year old I get a lot of nutty and leathery . . . Palate: Creamy and viscous in the mouth with lots of . . . Finish: The finish is surprisingly less oak than . . . - [Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/06/pappy-van-winkle-15-year/) - Nose: For such a lovely bourbon the nose on this is . . . Palate: Caramel drizzled vanilla custard with lots of cinnamon . . . Finish: The finish is like a warm bourbon . . . - [Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/06/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year/) - Nose: Takes a little time to open up with dark fruit drizzled . . . Palate: Rich and mouth encompassing, there is a lovely caramel and . . . Finish: Toasted oak and a nice . . . - [Woodinville Bourbon Sauternes Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/11/woodinville-bourbon-sauternes-finish/) - Nose: Fruity, apples and pears with caramel drizzle... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, caramel, vanilla, fruit salad... Finish: Moderate to long finish with toffee... - [Blind Barrels - Sample Kit Review](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/10/blind-barrels-sample-kit-review/) - Review of the Blind Barrels: American Craft Whiskey Club that ships blind samples from different craft distillers, offering full bottles at a discounted price. - [Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/10/johnnie-walker-gold-label-reserve/) - Nose: Rich with spongecake, peaches, plums, heather... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity, peaches, bit of earthiness... Finish: Moderately long with fruit... - [Compass Box Flaming Heart 2022](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/10/compass-box-flaming-heart-2022/) - Nose: Smoke and peat with wisps of salty sea air, bit of... Palate: Thick and creamy mouthfeel, sweet with smoky... Finish: Long and syrupy with apricot jam... - [Wild Turkey Jimmy Russell's 70th Anniversary 8-Year-Old Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/10/wild-turkey-jimmy-russells-70th-anniversary-8-year-old-bourbon/) - Nose: Turtle brownies (caramel, chocolate, slightly nutty)... Palate: Round mouthfeel with caramel, toffee, hazel... Finish: Long and wet with vanilla, cocoa... - [Blue Note Crossroads](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/10/blue-note-crossroads/) - Nose: Rich, light caramel, wood spices, French... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, vanilla, caramel, honey, toasted... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with oak... - [Blue Note Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/09/blue-note-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, dried mint and a hint of lemon.... Palate: Vanilla, cinnamon, slightly sour apple and a touch of.. Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Blue Note Juke Joint](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/09/blue-note-juke-joint/) - Nose: Corn, soft oak, allspice and a bit of... Palate: Round mouthfeel, sweet with vanilla, hint of caramel, pears.. Finish: Short with oak, wood spices and... - [Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/09/kavalan-solist-vinho-barrique/) - Nose: Raisins, berries, leather, toffee, charred oak, smoked... Palate: Rich and thick mouthfeel, fruity with cherries... Finish: Long and syrupy with dark... - [Bardstown Bourbon Company Plantation Rum Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/09/bardstown-bourbon-company-plantation-rum-finish/) - Nose: Caramel, molasses, vanilla, grassy, oak... Palate: Sweet with caramel, sharp bite of molasses, chili spice... Finish: Long and drying with pepper spice... - [Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye Kentucky Blended Straight Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/08/knob-creek-bourbon-x-rye-kentucky-blended-straight-whiskey/) - Nose: Salted caramel, oak, fruity with cherries, plums... Palate: Caramel, peanut butter, chocolate, cherries, ... Finish: Moderately long with caramel, fruit... - [Yellowstone 2024 Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/08/yellowstone-2024-limited-edition/) - Nose: Fruity with orchard fruits, apples, pears, vanilla... Palate: Caramel, honey, canned fruit salad of apples.... Finish: Moderate in length with honey and... - [Remus Babe Ruth Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/08/remus-babe-ruth-reserve/) - Nose: Caramel, toffee, dried fig, oak, cinnamon... Palate: Vanilla, caramel crème, cinnamon, nutmeg, chocolate... Finish: Moderate in length with cinnamon... - [Compass Box Experimental Grain Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/02/compass-box-experimental-grain-whisky/) - Nose: Tropical fruit, coconut, peach, vanilla, grapes, white... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with honeydew, apples... Finish: Moderately long with honey... - [Compass Box Flaming Heart 2018](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/03/compass-box-flaming-heart-2018/) - Nose: Smoke and peat with sherried fruit nuts under... Palate: Thick and creamy mouthfeel with peat smoke, stewed... Finish: Long and smokey with an ashy... - [Compass Box Hedonism Felicitas](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/08/compass-box-hedonism-felicitas/) - Nose: Rich and creamy, freshly baked cheese... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, apple Danish... Finish: Long, thick with vanilla... - [Compass Box Spice Tree Extravaganza](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/05/spice-tree-extravaganza/) - Nose: Rich butterscotch, buttercream frosted vanilla sponge... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet peaches, vanilla, pears... Finish: Long, slightly drying with... - [Compass Box Phenomenology](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/01/compass-box-phenomenology/) - Nose: Rich and bright, floral, grapefruit, peaches, green ... Palate: Waxy citrus sweetness, apples, slight pepper ... Finish: Moderately long, drying with ... - [Compass Box Hedonism The Muse](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/03/compass-box-hedonism-the-muse/) - Nose: Honey, vanilla, subtle floral, hints of apple and pear... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with honey, caramel apple... Finish: Moderately long with trailing... - [Compass Box Great King Street Glasgow Blend](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/02/great-king-street-glasgow-blend/) - Nose: This has a lovely rich earthy sherry nose with a . . . Palate: Creamy in the mouth with a mellow brown sugar baked apple . . . Finish: Smoky and spicy on the . . . - [Compass Box Flaming Heart 15th Anniversary](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/07/flaming-heart-15th-anniversary/) - Nose: A rich earthy and oily smoke . . . Palate: A rich citrus and stewed stone fruit sweetness. . . Finish: This one just settles in for . . . - [Compass Box Eleuthera](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/03/compass-box-eleuthera/) - Nose: Heavy notes of grass and . . . Palate: Rich and fruity sweet with . . . Finish: The finish is heavier on . . . - [Compass Box The Circus](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/08/the-circus/) - Nose: Slightly musty with a nutty, malty . . . Palate: Sweet stone fruit flavors backed by . . . Finish: It finishes a little dry and . . . - [Compass Box Enlightenment](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/07/enlightenment/) - Nose: Heavily fruity nose reminding me of . . . Palate: Light and creamy sweetness with notes of . . . Finish: Chalky, dry, and . . . - [Compass Box Myths & Legends II](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/02/compass-box-myths-legends-ii/) - Nose: Tropical fruit salad with coconut, peaches and... Palate: Thick and creamy mouthfeel, rich fruit notes of... Finish: Long with a bit of pepper amongst... - [Compass Box Myths & Legends I](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/02/compass-box-myths-legends-i/) - Nose: Fruit notes of pears, peaches, fresh apples, floral... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with pears, nutmeg... Finish: Long and gentle with dried... - [Compass Box Three Year Old Deluxe](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/01/compass-box-three-year-old-deluxe/) - Nose: Floral, malty, honey, bright baked apples, apricots ... Palate: Waxy, sweet to start with honey and apples ... Finish: Moderately long with vanilla and ... - [Compass Box The Circle](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/01/compass-box-the-circle/) - Nose: Bright, green apples, vanilla cream, touch ... Palate: Soft, supple and sweet with vanilla, apples ... Finish: Moderately long, drying with ... - [Compass Box Juveniles](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/04/compass-box-juveniles/) - Nose: Rich, floral honey over perfumed malt, hay . . . Palate: Sweet creamy mouthfeel with vanilla and . . . Finish: Long and delicately drifting with . . . - [Compass Box The Double Single 2017](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/03/compass-box-the-double-single-2017/) - Nose: Thick honeysuckle, vanilla spongecake with baked apples . . . Palate: Thick and viscous mouthfeel as the nose . . . Finish: Fairly long with a bit of . . . - [Compass Box The Story of the Spaniard](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/11/compass-box-the-story-of-the-spainard/) - Nose: Musky sherry sweetness . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, rich dark . . . Finish: Long with a rich, creamy . . . - [This Is Not A Luxury Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/06/this-is-not-a-luxury-whisky/) - Nose: Rich fruity aroma . . . Palate: Viscous with a canned apricot . . . Finish: Slightly herbal with . . . - [Peat Monster Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/08/peat-monster-reserve/) - Nose: Campfire ash and brine with notes of . . . Palate: Smoke is more peaty and the brine is more salty . . . Finish: Shorter than expected and lightly . . . - [Peat Monster Cask Strength](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/08/peat-monster-cask-strength/) - Nose: Deep smokiness, licorice notes, and . . . Palate: Spicier, richer version of the standard . . . Finish: Medicinal, slightly astringent as the . . . - [Compass Box Hedonism Maximus](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/08/hedonism-maximus/) - Nose: Pralines, leather, infused tobacco, toffee . . . Palate: Rich and oily with a fruity sweetness, rich polished leather . . . Finish: The finish is dry, long . . . - [Compass Box Hedonism Quindecimus](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/08/hedonism-quindecimus/) - Nose: Vanilla bean ice cream, honeysuckles, and . . . Palate: Light and creamy on the palate with a lovely . . . Finish: A slight white pepper kick followed by . . . - [Compass Box The Lost Blend](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/12/compass-box-the-lost-blend/) - Nose: Interesting interplay of sweetness with a smokey . . . Palate: Less peaty on the palate, more like brined honey . . . Finish: Salty and smokey before settling . . . - [Compass Box Hedonism](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/04/compass-box-hedonism/) - Nose: A whiff of alcohol that fades quickly into . . . Palate: Pina coladas and vanilla fudge, creamy . . . Finish: This isn't a slow fading encore, there's also a little . . . - [Compass Box The General](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/compass-box-the-general/) - Nose: Oh God, that is amazing, light sweet sherry . . . Palate: Old book leather, fine aged tobacco, cinnamon, clove . . . Finish: A little dusty but in a good way, it's like . . . - [Compass Box Delilah's](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/compass-box-delilahs/) - Nose: Air dried oak staves, orange blossom honey, and . . . Palate: Amazingly creamy in the mouth. Vanilla sugar hints at . . . Finish: A whip crack of wood and pepper . . . - [Compass Box Flaming Heart - 2012](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/compass-box-flaming-heart-2012/) - Nose: A nice smokiness laying low behind a sherry . . . Palate: So viscous it's almost gooey, quick hit of salty sea . . . Finish: A campfire built in an old whisky . . . - [Compass Box The Peat Monster 10th Anniversary](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/04/the-peat-monster-10th-anniversary/) - Nose: Restrained and lighter than the regular release . . . Palate: Delicate with a bit of apples and citrus . . . Finish: Warming slowly with old campfire smoke . . . - [Compass Box The Peat Monster](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/04/the-peat-monster/) - Nose: Here's the monster! Large but balanced doses of . . . Palate: Delicate, a little chewy with notes of . . . Finish: The monster returns, a little hot but a . . . - [Compass Box Spice Tree](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/04/spice-tree/) - Nose: Meaty with what reminds me of hard candies in . . . Palate: Rich, creamy, and mouth coating followed by . . . Finish: Dry, spicy (as you'd expect!), leathery, and . . . - [Compass Box Oak Cross](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/04/oak-cross/) - Nose: Heather, grape jam covered toast, and a . . . Palate: Surprisingly sweet. Peaches and cream, raw cane juice, and . . . Finish: Woody and dry like an over handled . . . - [Compass Box Asyla](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/04/asyla/) - Nose: The nose is light and delicate with wisps of heather . . . Palate: The mouth feel is lovely, creamy and inviting . . . Finish: This whisky leaves like a long slow goodnight . . . - [Compass Box Great King Street Artist’s Blend](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/04/great-king-street-artists-blend/) - Nose: Vanilla sugar starts to waft out, behind the . . . Palate: Finish: The whisky oozes vanilla, floral sweetness . . . Finish: This lingers with long, slow oak, aged . . . - [News From Compass Box](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/10/news-from-compass-box/) - [Taste of... The Collector's Cabinet](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/taste-of-the-collectors-cabinet/) - [Dant American Legion 50th Anniversary](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/08/dant-american-legion-50th-anniversary/) - Nose: Soft caramel, grassy note with vanilla... Palate: Smooth caramel, light cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla... Finish: Moderate in length, thick with toffee... - [Old Grand-Dad Bottled-in-Bond (National Distillers)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/07/old-grand-dad-bottled-in-bond-national-distillers/) - Nose: Butterscotch, honey, caramel, vanilla, soft oak... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, caramel, butterscotch... Finish: Moderately long with honey, toasted oak... - [Knob Creek 10 Year Old Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/07/knob-creek-10-year-old-rye/) - Nose: Salted caramel, oak, vanilla, cinnamon with ... Palate: Pepper spice with vanilla, caramel, oak, nutty... Finish: Moderately long and drying with oak... - [Traverse City Whiskey Co. Old Fashioned Cocktail](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/07/traverse-city-whiskey-co-old-fashioned-cocktail/) - Nose: Orange zest, bitters, bourbon... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, syrupy, solid Old Fashioned with a good bourbon... Finish: Moderate in length with bitters... - [Traverse City Whiskey Co. Cherry Old Fashioned Cocktail](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/07/traverse-city-whiskey-co-cherry-old-fashioned-cocktail/) - Nose: Cherry cough lozenges, hint of floral notes... Palate: Cherry forward, with bitters, bit of orange; like an... Finish: Moderate in length with cherries... - [Penelope Rosé Cask Finish Batch 8](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/07/penelope-rose-cask-finish-batch-8/) - Nose: Vanilla, berries, light caramel, floral with hints.... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with peaches... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Penelope Barrel Strength Bourbon Batch 18](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/06/penelope-barrel-strength-bourbon-batch-18/) - Nose: Blood orange, vanilla, honey, nutty with dark... Palate: Chocolate-covered cherries, cinnamon, salted... Finish: Moderately long, syrupy with cinnamon... - [Penelope Toasted Series Batch 24-301](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/06/penelope-toasted-series-batch-24-301/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, brown sugar, subtle cinnamon... Palate: Vanilla wafers, honey, caramel, cinnamon,... Finish: Moderate in length, syrupy with cinnamon... - [Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Years Old Batch 3](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/06/ardbeg-traigh-bhan-19-years-old-batch-3/) - Nose: Peat smoke, salty sea air, coastal camp fire, creosote.... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, vanilla, peaches, pears... Finish: Moderately long and wet with... - [Joseph Magnus Private Barrel Bourbon Finished in Sherry Casks](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/06/joseph-magnus-private-barrel-bourbon-finished-in-sherry-casks/) - Nose: Dark fruit, vanilla wafers, salted caramel, raisins... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, cherry vanilla cola, orange zest... Finish: Moderately long, drying with... - [Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series: Mizunara](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/05/barrell-bourbon-cask-finish-series-mizunara/) - Nose: Sandalwood, berries, raisins, black cherry, ginger... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, honey, caramel, bright... Finish: Long, warm and slightly drying with... - [High n’ Wicked No. 7 Foursquare 2007 Single Grain Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/05/high-n-wicked-no-7-foursquare-2007-single-grain-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Lemon curd, cornmeal, coconut, hints of pineapple... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, sweet with caramel, honey... Finish: Moderately long, syrupy with lemon... - [Bulleit 95 Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/05/bulleit-95-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Fresh mint, dill, eucalyptus, menthol, lime... Palate: Crisp citrus spice with tangerines and lime, mint... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Blood Oath Pact No. 10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/05/blood-oath-pact-no-10/) - Nose: Fruity with berries, nectarines, caramel... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, load of fruit including raspberries... Finish: Long and syrupy with raspberry... - [Ezra Brooks 99 Port Wine Cask Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/05/ezra-brooks-99-port-wine-cask-finish/) - Nose: Charred oak, port wine notes of berries... Palate: Round mouthfeel with caramel, dark chocolate... Finish: Moderate in length, syrupy with spicy fruit... - [Penelope Rio 2024 Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/04/penelope-rio-2024-release/) - Nose: Cinnamon rolls with honey, vanilla frosting... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with honey, cinnamon, vanilla... Finish: Moderately long, syrupy with cinnamon... - [Whiskey JYPSI Explorer 1st Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/04/whiskey-jypsi-explorer-1st-release/) - Nose: Interesting wood spices, sandalwood, vanilla... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with vanilla, caramel, chocolate... Finish: Long with pepper spice, vanilla cola.. - [Glenturret 25 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/04/glenturret-25-year-old/) - Nose: Bright and fruity, nectarines, grapes, cherries... Palate: Round mouthfeel, sweet and fruity, citrusy... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with pears... - [Yellowstone Bourbon Launches Once-in-a-Lifetime Getaway Contest](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/04/yellowstone-bourbon-launches-once-in-a-lifetime-getaway-contest/) - Yellowstone Bourbon announced a contest for consumers to win an all- inclusive trip to Yellowstone National Park in 2024... - [Rebel 100 6 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/04/rebel-100-6-year-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, freshly hewn oak, brown sugar... Palate: Vanilla, caramel, sour oak, bit of cinnamon... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with oak... - [Joseph Magnus Private Barrel Bourbon Finished in Cognac Casks](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/05/joseph-magnus-exclusive-private-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich and fruity, cinnamon with toffee, caramel . . . Palate: Butterscotch & toffee soaked in brandy, honey . . . Finish: Moderately long, drying to oak and . . . - [North British Signatory Cask Strength 1991 30 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/04/north-british-signatory-cask-strength-1991-30-year/) - Nose: Rich, vanilla butter-cream frosting, honey, oak... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with honey, vanilla, toffee... Finish: Long and drying with caramel, raisins.. - [North British Old Particular 1988 30 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/04/north-british-old-particular-1988-30-year/) - Nose: Vanilla, buttercream frosting, hint of baking... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with a citrus zip, honey, caramel... Finish: Long, damp with honey, pepper... - [Bourbon de Luxe (National Distillers)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/03/bourbon-de-luxe-national-distillers/) - Nose: Butterscotch over vanilla ice cream with... Palate: Creamy, caramel, vanilla cream, hint of butterscotch... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Laphroaig 10 Year Cask Strength Batch 012](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/03/laphroaig-10-year-cask-strength-batch-012/) - Nose: Smokey seaweed, wet bandages, creosote, salty sea... Palate: Warm and oily mouthfeel, peaty and peppery with... Finish: Long with peat, apricots, smoke... - [Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey 2014](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/03/midleton-very-rare-irish-whiskey-2014/) - Nose: Floral and fruity, poached pears, peaches... Palate: Fruit salad with pears, apples, cherries, peaches... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [New Riff 6 Year Malted Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/03/new-riff-6-year-malted-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Thick, cloves, figs, raisins, anise, tangerine... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with blood orange... Finish: Moderately long, drying with honey... - [Penelope Tokaji Cask Finish 8 Year Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/02/penelope-tokaji-cask-finish-8-year-rye/) - Nose: Big rye spice with dill, mint and citrus zest... Palate: Dry with honey, mint, cinnamon, chocolate ... Finish: Drying with orange zest, fading spice... - [Nikka Whisky From The Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/02/nikka-whisky-from-the-barrel/) - Nose: Toffee, butterscotch, stewed apples, pears, vanilla... Palate: Creamy, syrupy mouthfeel with caramel,... Finish: Moderate in length, syrupy with honey... - [Arran 24 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/02/arran-24-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Smoked brisket, dark fruit, brown sugar, balsamic... Palate: Oily mouthfeel with sweet peat, honey, bit of... Finish: Moderately long with peat smoke... - [Springbank 21 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/02/springbank-21-year/) - Nose: Dark fruits, figs, dates, raisins, blackcurrants... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sherried fruits (raisins... Finish: Long, slightly drying with sherry... - [Calumet Farm Single Rack Black 16 Year Old Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/01/calumet-farm-single-rack-black-16-year-old-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich salted caramel, raw honey, dark chocolate, oak... Palate: Thick and chewy mouthfeel, caramel, black cherry... Finish: Long, thick with oak, cocoa ... - [Calumet Farm Single Rack Black 15 Year Old Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/01/calumet-farm-single-rack-black-15-year-old-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel creams, oak, maple candies, chocolate... Palate: Caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate, cinnamon... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with oak... - [Calumet Farm Single Rack Black 14 Year Old Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/01/calumet-farm-single-rack-black-14-year-old-bourbon/) - Nose: Salted caramel, oak, dark chocolate, cinnamon... Palate: Caramel, vanilla, chocolate, oak, coffee cake... Finish: Moderate in length, slightly drying .. - [Luminar Mezcal Añejo](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/01/luminar-mezcal-anejo/) - Nose: Sweet, subtle with vanilla, honey and... Palate: Sweet with vanilla and honey, just a hint.... Finish: Short and drying with vanilla and... - [Luminar Mezcal Reposado](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/01/luminar-mezcal-reposado/) - Nose: Sweet, vegetal with green pepper, touch of vanilla... Palate: Viscous, sweet with vanilla, a touch of... Finish: Short and drying, sweet with honey... - [Luminar Mezcal Joven](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/01/luminar-mezcal-joven/) - Nose: Sweet, vegetal with fresh but mild green ... Palate: Viscous, sweet with a vegetal note and a hint... Finish: Short and drying, sweet with roasted... - [El Mayor 25th Anniversary Extra Añejo Tequila](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2024/01/el-mayor-25th-anniversary-extra-anejo-tequila/) - Nose: Vanilla, agave, vegetal note, hint of tangerine.... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with agave nectar, apples... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Broken Barrel x Black Hjerte Collaboration Collection](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/12/broken-barrel-x-black-hjerte-collaboration-collection/) - Nose: Oak with medium-dark roasted coffee, smoke... Palate: Caramel, blood orange, coffee liqueur, vanilla... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying with... - [Broken Barrel Honey Smoke: Reserva](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/12/broken-barrel-honey-smoke-reserva/) - Nose: Soft, subtle, charred oak, smoke, earthy with a hint of... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with vanilla, honey... Finish: Moderate in length, wet and syrupy... - [Lock Stock & Barrel 16 Year Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/12/lock-stock-barrel-16-year-rye/) - Nose: Christmas spice, cinnamon, freshly grated nutmeg... Palate: Chewy and warm mouthfeel, chocolate orange... Finish: Long and damp with citrus, white... - [Longmorn 18 Year Old Double Cask Matured](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/12/longmorn-18-year-old-double-cask-matured/) - Nose: Rich and thick, fruity with pears, peach cobbler... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, fruity with honey, maple candies... Finish: Long and damp with citrus notes.. - [Remus Gatsby Reserve 2023 15 Years Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/11/remus-gatsby-reserve-2023-15-years-old-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Caramel, toffee, oak, vanilla sponge cake... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with caramel, oak, dark fruit notes... Finish: Long and drying with oak, leather... - [Recipe: Drunken Oatmeal Raisin Cookies](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/12/recipe-drunken-oatmeal-raisin-cookies/) - Our recipe for oatmeal raisin cookies (and the raisins can be used in a ton of other recipes!) - [Dewar's 12 Year vs Dewar's 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/12/dewars-12-year-vs-dewars-12-year/) - Blind tasting results of the newer (2022) Dewar's 12 Year Old against the older bottling. - [Yellowstone Bourbon Finished in Toasted Staves](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/11/yellowstone-bourbon-finished-in-toasted-staves/) - Nose: Caramel, toasted oak, baked apple crisp, anise... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, caramel, chocolate, walnuts... Finish: Moderately long, syrupy with honey... - [Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/07/elijah-craig-toasted-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, toasted marshmallow, oak... Palate: Caramel and vanilla, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long, drying with... - [Remus Gatsby Reserve 2022 15 Years Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/11/remus-gatsby-reserve-15-years-old-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Mature oak, worn leather, salted caramel, tobacco... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with caramel, cinnamon dusted... Finish: Long, syrupy and damp with oak... - [Dewar's 12-Year-Old Blended Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/dewars-12-year-old-blended-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Honey, dried fruit notes of mango, pineapple.. Palate: Round and slightly oily mouthfeel, fruity with... Finish: Moderately long and thick, with apple... - [Pure Kentucky XO Kentucky Straight Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/11/pure-kentucky-xo-kentucky-straight-bourbon/) - Nose: Salted caramel, fudge, vanilla wafers, charred... Palate: Chewy mouthfeel, caramel, vanilla, cinnamon... Finish: Short to moderate in length with oak... - [Glencadam 13 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/11/glencadam-13-year/) - Nose: Bright herbal sweetness with . . . Palate: Nice creamy mouthfeel, fruity . . . Finish: Moderately long and wet . . . - [Cognac Hommage a Yves & Jean-Noel Pelletan](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/01/cognac-hommage-a-yves-jean-noel-pelletan/) - Nose: Grapes, fruitcake, vanilla, leather, allspice, dark... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sharpens a tad with fruit ... Finish: Long, drying with slightly bitter... - [Woodford Reserve Bourbon Personal Selection](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/04/woodford-reserve-bourbon-personal-selection/) - Nose: Caramel, charred oak, cigar paper, orange zest... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet caramel, vanilla... Finish: Moderately long and drying with... - [Cooper & Kings American Craft Brandy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/04/cooper-kings-american-craft-brandy/) - Nose: Honey, fruity with cherry, apples and kiwi... Palate: Sweet with honey, cherry, melon pepper... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with fading... - [Jameson Cooper's Croze](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/03/jameson-coopers-croze/) - Nose: Sweet vanilla cream and . . . Palate: Creamy, fruity, sweet, and . . . Finish: Light and mildly woody with . . . - [Chivas Regal Extra](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/11/chivas-regal-extra/) - Nose: Rich sweetness, sultanas, honey . . . Palate: Soft sweetness with a slightly . . . Finish: Short to moderate in . . . - [Balcones Baby Blue Corn Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/05/balcones-baby-blue-corn-whisky/) - Nose: Warm, fresh corn tortillas, corn bread with loads . . . Palate: Thin mouthfeel, creamed corn with sugar and a . . . Finish: Short with notes of buttered . . . - [Balcones Texas Single Malt Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/05/balcones-texas-single-malt-whisky/) - Nose: Chocolate, caramel, rice pudding, sherry cask . . . Palate: Bitter chocolates with hazelnut, cracked pepper on . . . Finish: Moderate in length, drying with . . . - [Wolfburn Northland Single Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/07/wolfburn-northland-single-malt/) - Nose: Gentle sweet malt, smoke and subtle peat with ripe . . . Palate: Sweet barley sugar with honey and pears . . . Finish: Short to moderately long with . . . - [New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/11/new-riff-single-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Corn flakes, vanilla, light caramel cremes, cinnamon... Palate: A tad sharp and on the spicy side with caramel and... Finish: Short, drying with toffee... - [Balcones Texas Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/09/balcones-texas-rye/) - Nose: Malted rye, young, herbal funk, milk chocolate . . . Palate: Thick mouthfeel, cocoa, light citrus fruit, cinnamon . . . Finish: Short, drying with oak and . . . - [Barrell Rye Batch 003](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/04/barrell-rye-batch-003/) - Nose: Notes of pine with wintergreen mint, bit of caramel . . . Palate: Rich and warm with a creamy mouthfeel, fruit cake . . . Finish: Long and drying, with an earthy and . . . - [Kura The Whisky Pure Malt Japanese Rum Barrel Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/10/kura-the-whisky-pure-malt-japanese-rum-barrel-finish/) - Nose: Peat, iodine, sea salt, herbaceous with vanilla ... Palate: Sweet honey & vanilla, peat followed by ... Finish: Moderately long with peat and ... - [Alipus San Juan del Rio Mezcal](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/03/alipus-san-juan-del-rio-mezcal/) - Nose: Earthy smokiness, edging on peaty, more vegetal... Palate: Thick and viscous mouthfeel, sweet, earthy... Finish: Short in length, really dry with... - [R6 Distillery Single Malt Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/07/r6-distillery-single-malt-whiskey/) - Nose: Young honeyed malt, light roast... Palate: Milk chocolate and toffee with pepper.... Finish: Short to moderate in length... - [Glendalough Double Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/05/glendalough-double-barrel/) - Nose: A light delicate floral note with . . . Palate: Creamy and light. The flavors are delicate and fruity with . . . Finish: Almost non-existent . . . - [Glendalough 7 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/03/glendalough-7-year-old/) - Nose: Raisins, orange marmalade, peach . . . Palate: Stone fruit sweetness with . . . Finish: The finish is slightly hot but . . . - [Glendalough 13 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/03/glendalough-13-year-old/) - Nose: Rich, with dark notes of . . . Palate: The flavors are very forwardly sweet . . . Finish: The finish is a mid length with . . . - [Glendalough Black Pitts Porter Finish 7 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/05/glendalough-black-pitts-porter-finish-7-year-old-single-malt-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Sweet cereal mash, vanilla with a hint of . . . Palate: Crisp but sweet beer malt and . . . Finish: Short to moderately long . . . - [Glendalough Mizunara Finish 13 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/05/glendalough-mizunara-finish-13-year-old-single-malt-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Clean and crisp malt, with a slight . . . Palate: Softer entry than expected from the nose; subtle creamy . . . Finish: A bit short and drying with . . . - [Compass Box, Empire State South, & The GBS](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/03/compass-box-empire-state-south-the-gbs/) - Georgia Bourbon Society got to meet and chat with John Glaser of Compass Box while trying some of their offerings (including The General). - [Midleton Barry Crockett Legacy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/04/midleton-barry-crockett-legacy/) - Nose: Regardless of the iteration there is that distinctive . . . Palate: Vanilla, caramel, fine oak, with hints of . . . Finish: Lightly peppered and woody. Not . . . - [Jameson Rarest Vintage 2009](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/03/jameson-rarest-vintage-2009/) - Nose: Prunes, fried bananas, pepper, and cinnamon... Taste: Rich, oily, woody sweetness, dark chocolate, and... Finish: The port really shows on the finish... - [Balvenie Caribbean Cask](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/balvenie-caribbean-cask/) - Nose: Vanilla, alcohol dribbled treacle tart, and a roast beef . . . Palate: The rum adds a nice sweetness above and beyond the regular . . . Finish: The finish starts slow and . . . - [Old Pulteney 21 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/old-pulteney-21-year/) - Nose: Smoked oysters, granny smith apples, bailed . . . Palate: Very dry with notes of oranges and grains . . . Finish: Pleasantly smoky with a hint . . . - [Balvenie Golden Cask](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/balvenie-golden-cask/) - [Balvenie Doublewood](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/balvenie-doublewood/) - [Stagg Jr](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/07/stagg-jr/) - Nose: A bit hot on the nose with mint, clove, and . . . Palate: Nice viscous mouthfeel. Vanilla, mint, brown sugar . . . Finish: Oak, mint, and leather in . . . - [Four Roses 2014 Limited Edition Small Batch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/02/four-roses-2014-limited-edition-small-batch/) - Nose: A monster this one is! Layers of mint, citrus . . . Palate: Glazed apple fritters, monkey bread, and . . . Finish: It finishes spicy and minty and then . . . - [Four Roses 2015 Limited Edition Small Batch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/02/four-roses-2015-limited-edition-small-batch/) - Nose: Layers of sweet mints, caramel chews . . . Palate: Cinnamon, cloves, citrus marmalade, oak . . . Finish: Dry, spicy, minty, and slightly . . . - [Frank August Small Batch Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/11/frank-august-small-batch-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, oak, hint of chocolate and... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, vanilla, nutty... Finish: Moderately long and damp with honey... - [About that 700 mL Bottle . . .](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/11/about-that-700-ml-bottle/) - Thoughts and ramblings on the changes to Standards of Fill and one of the first domestic 700 mL offerings. - [Booker's 2023-03 "Mighty Fine Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/11/bookers-2023-03-mighty-fine-batch/) - Nose: Caramel, chocolate toffee (almost butterscotch)... Palate: Rich and thick mouthfeel, chocolate fudge... Finish: Moderately long, drying with cocoa... - [Barrell Foundation Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/11/barrell-foundation-bourbon/) - Nose: Cocoa, caramel, oak, toasted citrus zest, black... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, cinnamon, dark... Finish: Moderate in length with cinnamon... - [Daviess County Medium Toasted Bourbon Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/daviess-county-medium-toasted-bourbon-limited-edition/) - Nose: Caramel, cocoa, vanilla, honey, hint of anise... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, honey, oak, coconut... Finish: Medium in length, wet with oak... - [Edradour 12 Year 2009 Cask Strength](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/edradour-12-year-2009-cask-strength/) - Nose: Sherry BOMB, raisins, dates, cherries, fudge... Palate: Rich, savory oak, dark fruit notes with raisins... Finish: Long, drying with chocolate, smoke... - [Lux Row Four Grain Double Single Barrel Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/lux-row-four-grain-double-single-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, citrus zest, vanilla, grilled corn... Palate: Caramel, vanilla, cinnamon, honey, bit of... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with cinnamon... - [Rossville Union Bottled in Bond 6 Year Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/rossville-union-bottled-in-bond-6-year-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Malt, subtle citrus zest, chocolate, dried mint... Palate: Orange with caramel, orchard fruits (apples... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying... - [Bourbon Steak's Ragged Branch Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/bourbon-steaks-ragged-branch-bourbon/) - Nose: Salted caramel, oak, fruit notes of cherries... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, caramel, chocolate, toffee, anise... Finish: Moderate in length with cherries... - [Dewar's 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/dewarss-12-year/) - Nose: Fresh hay dipped in honey and vanilla; green as in . . . Palate: Sweet and creamy like a custard with more vanilla and light . . . Finish: Surprisingly dry and . . . - [Saint Brendan’s Salted Caramel Irish Cream Liqueur](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/saint-brendans-salted-caramel-irish-cream-liqueur/) - Nose: Creamy, caramel, butterscotch with a bit of... Palate: Thick and creamy mouthfeel, caramel, butterscotch, vanilla... Finish: Long caramel crème - [Lux Row Distillers 12 Year Double Barrel Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/10/lux-row-distillers-double-barrel-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich, lovely caramel, vanilla, rice pudding, oak, a hint of . . . Palate: Viscous mouthfeel, warm, rich chocolate fudge with . . . Finish: Long, slightly drying with . . . - [Little Book Chapter 7: In Retrospect](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/little-book-chapter-7-in-retrospect/) - Nose: Oak, cherry wood, spice notes, musty grain with a... Palate: Thick and chewy, caramel, citrus spice, smokey.... Finish: Moderate in length with caramel... - [Little Book Chapter 6: To The Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/10/little-book-chapter-6-to-the-finish/) - Nose: Oak, malt, cherry wood, honey with a... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, cereal grain notes, slightly sour fruit notes... Finish: Long and drying with honey... - [Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series: Tale of Two Islands](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/09/barrell-bourbon-cask-finish-series-tale-of-two-islands/) - Nose: Fruity with subtle Islay smoke and herbal notes... Palate: Dark chocolate, fruity with orange, coffee... Finish: Moderately long and a bit sharp with... - [Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series: Amburana](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/09/barrell-bourbon-cask-finish-series-amburana/) - Nose: Lovely baking spices, vanilla undertones, bit of... Palate: Caramel, cinnamon, dark chocolate, anise... Finish: Moderately long, drying with orange... - [Whiskey JYPSI Legacy Batch 001 The Journey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/09/whiskey-jypsi-legacy-batch-001-the-journey/) - Nose: Corn bread, fruity with apples and pears, caramel... Palate: Thick and chewy mouthfeel, caramel, peanut... Finish: Long and syrupy with caramel, chili... - [Remus Repeal Reserve Series VII Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/09/remus-repeal-reserve-series-vii-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Caramel, maple syrup, raw walnuts, vanilla with... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, caramel, chocolate, raw honey... Finish: Moderately long with vanilla, mint... - [Baker's 13 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/09/bakers-13-year-old-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Warm, vanilla, toasted crème brûlée, caramel... Palate: Cream mouthfeel with caramel, vanilla, mixed... Finish: Moderately long and thick with caramel.... - [Barrell Craft Spirits® Launches Sample Gift Box](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/09/barrell-craft-spirits-launches-sample-gift-box/) - Barrell Craft Spirits has introduced a gift box just in time for the holidays. Available beginning 10/1, it includes 100ml samples of its core expressions... - [Four Roses 135th Anniversary Small Batch Limited Edition 2023](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/09/four-roses-135th-anniversary-small-batch-limited-edition-2023/) - Nose: Oak, salted caramel, cherries, allspice, vanilla... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, oak, honey... Finish: Moderately long, slightly syrupy with... - [Barrell Rye Batch 004](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/08/barrell-rye-batch-004/) - Nose: Fruity with blackberries, grapes, lemongrass... Palate: Thick mouthfeel chockful of fruit notes including... Finish: Moderately long, drying with pepper.. - [Old Hickory Hermitage Reserve Barrel Proof Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/08/old-hickory-hermitage-reserve-barrel-proof-whiskey/) - Nose: Rich vanilla custard with banana, creamed corn... Palate: Caramel corn, honey, toffee, bit of orange... Finish: Moderately long with honey, corn... - [Yellowstone 2023 Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/08/yellowstone-2023-limited-edition/) - Nose: Caramel, honey, grapes, oak, cinnamon, citrus... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, black cherry... Finish: Moderately long and drying with caramel... - [Macaloney's The Peat Project: European Moscatel Barrique](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/08/macaloneys-the-peat-project-european-moscatel-barrique/) - Nose: Rich, exotic fruit notes, peat smoke, floral, honey... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with pears, apples... Finish: Moderately long and drying with... - [Macaloney's The Peat Project: Portuguese Red Wine with Washington Peat](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/08/macaloneys-the-peat-project-portuguese-red-wine-with-washington-peat/) - Nose: Earthy peat, minerality, salty sea air, caramel... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with peat smoke, earthy... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with... - [Siol Dugall Canadian Island Medium Peated Single Malt Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/08/siol-dugall-canadian-island-medium-peated-single-malt-whisky/) - Nose: Rich fruit and peat, savory notes of rosemary and... Palate: Thick, creamy mouthfeel, rich with honey, fruity... Finish: Long and wet, with floral notes.. - [An Aba Canadian Island Lightly Peated Single Malt Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/07/an-aba-canadian-island-lightly-peated-single-malt-whisky/) - Nose: Sea breeze with lite peat smoke, grilled peaches... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity and smokey with a bit of... Finish: Moderate in length, damp with... - [St. Mallie Portuguese Re-Charred Red Wine Barrique](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/07/st-mallie-portuguese-re-charred-red-wine-barrique/) - Nose: Fruity with red berries, tropical fruit notes of... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with a sugar cane... Finish: Moderately long, slightly drying... - [anCnoc Flaughter](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/ancnoc-flaughter/) - Nose: Dusty and smoky...like an old ashtray but . . . Palate: It comes off a little sharp and astringent at first but . . . Finish: Old (used not aged) cigar tobacco . . . - [anCnoc Rutter](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/ancnoc-rutter/) - Nose: Bright fruity and floral notes like a banshee escaping . . . Palate: The creamy Bit-o-honey jumps out first . . . Finish: Long and lingering leather, campfire . . . - [an Cnoc 22 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/10/an-cnoc-22-year/) - Nose: A slight meaty sherried note. A bit of crisp citrus . . . Palate: Very nice round body with a sherry accent, raisins . . . Finish: Cocoa powder and dried fruits . . . - [Whiskies of The World 2015 – Atlanta (pt. 2)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/11/whiskies-of-the-world-2015-atlanta-pt-2/) - [An Loy Whiskymaker's Signature Selection](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/07/an-loy-whiskymakers-signature-selection/) - Nose: Sweet with peaches, pears, honey, porridge, subtle... Palate: Sweet with honey, grain, fruity with peaches, pear... Finish: Short to moderate in length... - [Bib & Tucker 6 Year Double Char Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/07/bib-tucker-6-year-double-char-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, freshly baked oatmeal raisin… Palate: Rich and sweet, chocolate, caramel, vanilla… Finish: Moderately long and dam with caramel… - [Ezra Brooks Bourbon Cream](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/07/ezra-brooks-bourbon-cream/) - Nose: Half and half with nutty caramel, chocolate... Palate: Creamy and thick with dulce de leche, bit of chocolate... Finish: Long and creamy with... - [Ezra Brooks 99 Proof Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/06/ezra-brooks-99-proof-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Lemongrass, fennel, dried mint, leather, vanilla… Palate: Caramel, nutmeg, toffee, citrus spice with… Finish: Moderate in length, thick with trailing… - [Oak & Eden Whiskey Customizer: Bourbon & Port Wine](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/06/oak-eden-whiskey-customizer-bourbon-port-wine/) - Nose: Vanilla, salted caramel, oak, chocolate, raisins... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, sweet with cherry, vanilla... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Oak & Eden Whiskey Customizer: Rye & Port Wine](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/04/oak-eden-whiskey-customizer-rye-port-wine/) - Nose: Orange marmalade on rye toast, heavy port... Palate: Rich and thick, plums, raisins, orange bitters, honey... Finish: Moderate in length, damp and ... - [WhistlePig 12 Year Old Bespoke Barrel Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/06/whistlepig-12-year-old-bespoke-barrel-rye/) - Nose: Cognac, grapey, cedar, oak, soft spices with dill... Palate: Soft, floral, caramel, mandarin orange, vanilla... Finish: Moderately long, drying with... - [Port Dundas 28 Yr Single Grain Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/05/port-dundas-28-yr-single-grain-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Heather, vanilla sponge cake, grilled peaches... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with vanilla, honey, coconut... Finish: Long and damp with vanilla... - [Strathisla 1998 17 Year Old Distillery Reserve Collection](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/05/strathisla-1998-17-year-old-distillery-reserve-collection/) - Nose: Subtle vanilla, barley malt, buttered popcorn... Palate: Warm and viscous, fruity but tart with unripe pears... Finish: Long, slightly drying with honey.. - [Barrell Rye Private Release 1A11](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/05/barrell-rye-private-release-1a11/) - Nose: Rye toast, cedar, fig jam, subtle citrus notes and... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, a citrus-heavy fruit salad with... Finish: Long and drying with honey... - [Traverse City Whiskey Co. Sherry Barrel Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/04/traverse-city-whiskey-co-sherry-barrel-finish/) - Nose: Caramel, corn flakes, cocoa, soft oak, raisins... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, nutty with caramel, cherries... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying... - [Booker's 2023-01 "Charlie's Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/05/bookers-2023-01-charlies-batch/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate, heavy dose of... Palate: Fudge brownies with caramel, peanuts, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long with oak, caramel... - [Knob Creek 7 Year Old Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/05/knob-creek-7-year-old-rye/) - Nose: Caramel, oak, toasted orange zest, fall... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, caramel, chocolate orange, vanilla... Finish: Moderately long with caramel, cola... - [Booker's 2022-02 "The Lumberyard Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/bookers-2022-02-the-lumberyard-batch/) - Nose: Salted caramel, peanut brittle, oak, vanilla wafers... Palate: Caramel, chocolate, vanilla bean, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long with caramel, oak... - [Traverse City Whiskey Co. Port Barrel Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/04/traverse-city-whiskey-co-port-barrel-finish/) - Nose: Caramel corn, plums, raisins, cinnamon, port wine... Palate: Sweet, heavy port influence, raisins, berries... Finish: Moderate in length with berries... - [Traverse City Whiskey Co. Cab Franc Barrel Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/04/traverse-city-whiskey-co-cab-franc-barrel-finish/) - Nose: Lemongrass, mint, ginger, grapes and... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, orange bitters, vanilla, honey... Finish: Moderately long, drying with grapefruit... - [Rebel 100 Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/04/rebel-100-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, creamed corn, subtle citrus, mint, bit of... Palate: Honey, orange, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg... Finish: Short and damp with orange bitters... - [Murray Hill Club Blended Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/04/murray-hill-club-blended-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Pecan pie with a salted caramel drizzle, rickhouse... Palate: Viscous mouthfeel, caramel, vanilla, maple... Finish: Moderately long with caramel... - [Smoke Wagon Uncut Unfiltered Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/03/smoke-wagon-uncut-unfiltered-bourbon/) - Nose: Salted caramel, fresh baked chocolate chip cookies... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, vanilla wafers, caramel ... Finish: Moderately long, drying with caramel... - [Smooth Ambler Founders' Cask Strength Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/03/smooth-ambler-founders-cask-strength-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, charred oak, fall leaves.... Palate: Chewy mouthfeel, caramel, dark chocolate,... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with nutty... - [McConnell’s 5 Year Old Irish Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/04/mcconnells-5-year-old-irish-whisky/) - Nose: Vanilla sponge cake, orange creamsicle, cereal... Palate: Creamy vanilla, sweet malty grain, subtle lemon.... Finish: Short with a bit of pepper, honey... - [Watershed Barrel Strength Bourbon Batch 002](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/09/watershed-barrel-strength-bourbon-batch-002/) - Nose: Caramel covered apples, vanilla, oak... Palate: Spicy with vanilla, caramel, cinnamon, pepper... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying... - [Restoration Kentucky Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/07/restoration-kentucky-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Intense mint, dill, orange and lemon zest... Palate: Honey, citrus spice with cinnamon... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Redemption Rye (2020)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/11/redemption-rye-2020/) - Nose: Fistful of fresh dill, orange zest with a hint of ... Palate: Rounded mouthfeel with blood orange and ... Finish: Moderately long, damp with mint and ... - [Redemption High Rye Bourbon (2020)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/11/redemption-high-rye-bourbon-2020/) - Nose: Vanilla, roasted corn, herbal spices of ... Palate: Cherries with cinnamon and nutmeg, light ... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying with ... - [Redemption Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/11/redemption-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, buttered sweet corn, vanilla ... Palate: Sweet caramel, vanilla, bit of toffee, corn ... Finish: Short to moderate in length, slightly ... - [Redemption 9 Yr Barrel Proof Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/12/redemption-9-yr-barrel-proof-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich vanilla fudge, dark chocolate, honey, coffee ... Palate: Warm and oily mouthfeel, rich caramel, cocoa ... Finish: Moderately long, drying with ... - [Redemption 10 Yr Barrel Proof Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/12/redemption-10-yr-barrel-proof-rye/) - Nose: Rich orange, caramel, chocolate, lemongrass, ginger ... Palate: Dark chocolate orange, caramel, honey, rich with ... Finish: Moderately long with baking spices ... - [Redemption 10 Yr Barrel Proof High Rye Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/12/redemption-10-yr-barrel-proof-high-rye-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich vanilla, salted caramel, oak, fall leaves ... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, warm and rich caramel, spicy ... Finish: Moderately long and drying with ... - [Old Scout American Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/09/old-scout-american-whiskey/) - Nose: Honey, vanilla cream, caramel corn, soft oak . . . Palate: Sweet with honey and cinnamon, a pepper . . . Finish: Moderate in length, drying with . . . - [Glenmorangie Signet](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/07/glenmorangie-signet/) - Nose: Rich and oaky, plums, black cherry, raisins, figs . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with oranges and . . . Finish: Moderately long and drying with a . . . - [Belle Meade Bourbon Cask Strength Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/07/belle-meade-bourbon-cask-strength-reserve/) - Nose: Oak prominent, slightly burnt caramel with a whiff . . . Palate: Rich and spicy with dark chocolate, nutty rye . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length . . . - [Belle Meade Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/07/belle-meade-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich vanilla with salted caramel and oak, maple syrup . . . Palate: Caramel and vanilla with cinnamon, pepper spice . . . Finish: Short and drying with honey . . . - [Cascadia Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/02/cascadia-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Bright with mint, eucalyptus, orange zest, a touch . . . Palate: Quite smooth for rye, with gentle spices of mint . . . Finish: Short in length with notes of . . . - [Deceptivus Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/02/deceptivus-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Sweetened corn flakes with cherries, port wine . . . Palate: Fruity with cherries and pears in a port . . . Finish: Short with a slightly drying fruit note . . . - [Medusa American Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/02/medusa-american-whiskey/) - Nose: Rich fruit notes of apricots, plums, dates . . . Palate: Soft sweetness with caramel, plums, raisins . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length with a nutty . . . - [WhistlePig Single Barrel 13 yr](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/08/whistlepig-single-barrel-13-yr/) - Nose: Rich salted caramel with toasted lemon zest . . . Palate: Rich mouthfeel with a lovely warm sweetness, caramel with . . . Finish: Long with notes of caramel and . . . - [Flaviar - Spirits Membership Review](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/01/flaviar-spirits-membership-review/) - Sharing my experience with Flaviar spirits membership from 2019 through early 2020 (everyone's experience may vary). - [The Glenlivet Nàdurra Oloroso Batch OL0614](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/12/the-glenlivet-nadurra-oloroso-batch-ol0614/) - Nose: Sherried oak (more dry sherry than dark fruit) with... Palate: Robust and intense fruitcake, plums, black... Finish: Moderately long with drying... - [New Riff Rye Bottled In Bond](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/11/new-riff-rye-bottled-in-bond/) - Nose: Big time rye spice with mint, dill, citrus spice tending . . . Palate: Nice creamy mouthfeel with a sharp rye bite, vanilla . . . Finish: Short with minty pepper . . . - [Egan's Legacy Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/10/egans-legacy-reserve/) - Nose: Vanilla, fruit salad dusted with . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel that sharpens a bit with . . . Finish: Moderate in length . . . - [High West Bourye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/04/high-west-bourye/) - Nose: Oak, anise, subtle vanilla honey . . . Palate: Soft, fruity spice & oak; rice pudding with . . . Finish: Slow, nice and peppery . . . - [High West Bourye Limited Sighting](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/08/high-west-bourye-limited-sighting/) - Nose: Musty oak with brown sugar . . . Palate: Wow! Starts rich with a deep . . . Finish: Long with a bit of . . . - [Forty Creek Three Grain Harmony](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/06/forty-creek-three-grain-harmony/) - Nose: Prominent corn (but not “young”) . . . Palate: Corn sweetness up front with . . . Finish: Moderately long and . . . - [Edradour 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/08/edradour-10-year/) - Nose: Dried herbal potpourri, sherry . . . Palate: The rich sweetness of (good) fruit cake drizzled with . . . Finish: Dry, nutty, spicy, and . . . - [Glenmorangie Tusail](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/09/glenmorangie-tusail/) - Nose: Sweet and grainy. Apple pie, wet oak , and . . . Palate: Sweet and oily with notes of molasses cookies, pear tart . . . Finish: Dry and herbal . . . - [WhistlePig Single Barrel 10 yr](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/06/whistlepig-single-barrel/) - Nose: Big rich hit of strong rye spice, minty, citrus with . . . Palate: Lime and blood orange zest floating over . . . Finish: The oak predominates but . . . - [On This Date 10 Years Ago . . .](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/01/on-this-date-10-years-ago/) - Whisk(e)y Apostle came to life 10 years ago; here's a brief look back on what that time has meant to each of the apostles. - [Redbreast 27 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/03/redbreast-27-year-old-single-pot-still-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Rich fruitcake with a tropical fruit twist, candied pineapple... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, intense fruit with plums... Finish: Long with dark fruit and... - [Barrell Bourbon Batch 034](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/03/barrell-bourbon-batch-034/) - Nose: Salted caramel, baked apples with cinnamon, oak... Palate: Bread pudding, cinnamon, caramel, nutmeg, cola... Finish: Moderately long, syrupy with fudge... - [Smooth Amble Old Scout Single Barrel Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/04/smooth-amble-old-scout-single-barrel-rye/) - Nose: Holy rye minty alcohol Batman! Churros sprinkled with . . . Palate: Orange zest, fresh baked monkey bread . . . Finish: The finish is nice and subtle with . . . - [George Dickel Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/dickel-rye/) - Nose: That minty rye nose jumps out with a creamy herbal . . . Palate: Sweet mint, a mild bitterness, a pepper . . . Finish: Black pepper and mint essential oils . . . - [George Dickel No 12](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/george-dickel-no-12/) - Nose: Buttermilk cornbread fresh from the oven drizzled with . . . Palate: Creamier with more aggressive black pepper . . . Finish: Dark cocoa powder dusted over . . . - [George Dickel No 8](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/george-dickel-no-8/) - Nose: A little bland and uninspired. More closely resembles . . . Palate: Creamy and sweet, a hint of Luden's cough drops . . . Finish: Short finish that hints of . . . - [Old Pulteney 35 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/10/old-pulteney-35-year/) - Nose: Lovely nose of rich oiled leather, fine pipe tobacco . . . Palate: Viscous but not chewy. Candied nuts, baking spices . . . Finish: Licorice, cigar tobacco . . . - [Old Pulteney Clipper](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/10/old-pulteney-clipper/) - Nose: Meaty with a wisp of sea air, oatmeal crisp cookies . . . Palate: More cinnamon oatmeal cookies eaten by . . . Finish: A lovely note of brown sugar cookies . . . - [Angel's Envy Cask Strength 2014](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/10/angels-envy-cask-strength/) - Nose: Old leather furniture); orange marmalade on toast . . . Palate: A rich, chewy mouthfeel of dark candied fruit with . . . Finish: Shorter than I would like, but . . . - [Angel's Envy Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/angels-envy-rye/) - Nose: A gingerbread explosion! There are hints of cracked black . . . Palate: The gingerbread is more of a subtle cookie . . . Finish: Slow lingering gingerbread . . . - [New U.S. Releases – January ‘10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/02/new-u-s-releases-january-10/) - [Buffalo Trace Releases Canadian Whisky?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/buffalo-trace-releases-canadian-whisky/) - [Do you have the stones for drinking whiskey?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/do-you-have-the-stones-for-drinking-whiskey/) - [Maker's 46](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/makers-46/) - [Póg mo thóin and call me Paddy!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/pog-mo-thoin-and-call-me-paddy/) - [Best...Whiskey...EVER!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/02/best-whiskey-ever/) - [Gateway Series #11: Crown Royal](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/09/gateway-series-11-crown-royal/) - [Redbreast Pedro Ximénez Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/03/redbreast-pedro-ximenez-edition/) - Nose: Rich fruit with blood orange, cranberry, honey... Palate: Thick and syrupy, sweet fruitcake with plums... Finish: Moderately long with dark fruit jam... - [Lost Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/03/lost-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla buttercream frosting, fruity with peaches... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, vanilla, orange blossom honey... Finish: Short with honey and porridge... - [Kildara Canadian Island Triple Distilled Potstill Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/02/kildara-canadian-island-triple-distilled-potstill-whisky/) - Nose: Rich, vanilla, mincemeat pie with raisins, apricots... Palate: Viscous mouthfeel, fruity with plums, apricots... Finish: Moderate in length, thick and... - [Killeigh Canadian Island Triple Distilled Potstill Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/02/killeigh-canadian-island-triple-distilled-potstill-whisky/) - Nose: Honey, vanilla, malt, fruity with canned pears... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with honey, fruit notes... Finish: Moderately long, damp with fruit... - [Kirkinriola Single Cask Series Canadian Island Triple Distilled Potstill Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/03/kirkinriola-single-cask-series-canadian-island-triple-distilled-potstill-whisky/) - Nose: Thick, pipe tobacco, fruity with plums, apricots... Palate: Creamy, viscous and thick with intense stewed... Finish: Moderately long and damp with... - [Compass Box Vellichor](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/02/compass-box-vellichor/) - Nose: Leather, candied dark fruit notes of plums and raisins... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sponge cake with buttercream... Finish: Long and damp, fruity with... - [Compass Box No Name Vol 3](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/02/compass-box-no-name-vol-3/) - Nose: Mossy sea air, peat, coastal campfire, subtle... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, peaty, vanilla, subtle fruit with... Finish: Moderately long and drying with... - [Other Memories of Ireland](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/08/other-memories-of-ireland/) - Whiskey-related highlights of my trip around Ireland (pubs, bars, shops). - [Redbreast 15](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/redbreast-15/) - Nose: Malty, grassy, and herbal. It's a little . . . Palate: A slight sweetness with . . . Finish: A little spicy with a good . . . - [Glenmorangie Ealanta](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/glenmorangie-ealanta/) - Nose: Rich and fruity. This nose oozes . . . Palate:Praline pecans, orange mints, and herbal . . . Finish:The woody dryness leaves quickly . . . - [Glenmorangie Lasanta](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/glenmorangie-lasanta/) - Nose: Heavy, in your face meaty sherry nose, vanilla . . . Palate: Sweet almost to the point of being cloying. Raisins and . . . Finish: Warm, slow and nutty . . . - [Glenmorangie Companta](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/glenmorangie-companta/) - Nose: Leaf compost. Like if you pile up your fall leaves . . . Palate: Light sweetness that slowly builds to a rich more . . . Finish: Long, wet, musty . . . - [Glenmorangie Taghta](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/11/glenmorangie-taghta/) - Nose: Sherry with a bit of honeysuckle and citrus zest . . . Palate: Raisin syrup, more citrus zest, and . . . Finish: A very oak forward finish but not in an over . . . - [I.W. Harper](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/07/i-w-harper/) - Nose: Nice and rich with burnt vanilla cream and caramel . . . Palate: Seriously light and thin. A little crisp apple . . . Finish: The slightest wood hint . . . - [I.W. Harper 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/09/4495/) - Nose: There is a nice mature bourbon nose that leads with . . . Palate: Rich wood flavors with a . . . Finish: Dry and woody. - [Glenmorangie Milsean](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/03/glenmorangie-milsean/) - Nose: Cotton candy, pina coladas and . . . Palate: Very sweet in a fruit candy . . . Finish: The finish holds onto some . . . - [Springbank 19 yr Single Cask](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/01/springbank-19-yr-single-cask/) - Nose: Rich and intense, dark fruit, stewed plums... Palate: Thick and chewy, dark fruits, black currants, raisins... Finish: Moderately long, peppery with sea... - [Uncle Nearest Single Barrel Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/01/uncle-nearest-single-barrel-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Rye toast, corn flakes, salted caramel, orange... Palate: Caramel, orange bitters, bursting with rye ... Finish: Moderately long, drying with chili... - [Paulet Cognac Grand Champagne XO](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/01/paulet-cognac-grand-champagne-xo/) - Nose: Grapes, kiwi, tangerines, peaches, vanilla... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with fruit salad, kiwi... Finish: Moderately long, damp with cinnamon... - [Germain-Robin XO California Alambic Brandy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/01/germain-robin-xo-california-alambic-brandy/) - Nose: Grapes, apples, sherried fruit, sandalwood incense... Palate: Bright, floral with apples, cherries... Finish: Short to moderate in length, dry... - [Barrell Whiskey Private Release Blend AH08](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2023/01/barrell-whiskey-private-release-blend-ah08/) - Nose: Fruit salad steeped in wine, apricots, berries, vanilla... Palate: Chocolate covered cherries, vanilla, honey... Finish: Long, thick with ginger and... - [Booker's 2022-04 "Pinkie's Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/bookers-2022-04-pinkies-batch/) - Nose: Salted caramel, vanilla, oak, cocoa, peanut... Palate: Caramel, cark chocolate, vanilla, peanut butter... Finish: Moderately long with cocoa, oak... - [Stellum Black Hunter's Moon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/stellum-black-hunters-moon/) - Nose: Rich, salted caramel, vanilla, butterscotch... Palate: Thich mouthfeel, citrus forward with toasted... Finish: Moderately long and damp with caramel... - [Stellum Black The Lone Cypress](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/stellum-black-the-lone-cypress/) - Nose: Honey, fresh cedar, pine, mint, orange zest... Palate: Thick with nectarines, cinnamon, mint, light... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with... - [Town Branch Single Barrel Reserve Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/town-branch-single-barrel-reserve-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Caramel, soft fresh hewn oak, vanilla, hint of corn... Palate: Caramel creme candies, cinnamon, vanilla... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask Matured](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/04/aberlour-16-year-old-double-cask-matured/) - Nose: Sherry bomb, fruitcake full of raisins, apricots... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with dark fruit... Finish: Moderately long, drying with pepper... - [Alfred Giraud Harmonie French Malt Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/06/alfred-giraud-harmonie-french-malt-whisky/) - Nose: Floral, barley, fruity with grapes, pears, apricots... Palate: Rich and creamy mouthfeel, vanilla, milk... Finish: Long, thick and syrupy with... - [Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège Cognac](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/08/hennessy-v-s-o-p-privilege-cognac/) - Nose: Rich, floral and fruity with currants, blackberries... Palate: Softer with fruit, apples, pears, cinnamon, nutmeg... Finish: Short to moderate in length... - [Old Ezra 7 Year Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/old-ezra-7-year-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Rich, chocolate with toasted orange zest, cinnamon.. Palate: Thick and warm, chocolate with orange bitters... Finish: Moderately long, damp with citrus... - [Still Austin "The Artist" Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/still-austin-the-artist-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Honey, vanilla sugar cookies, cherries, sweet... Palate: Caramel, apricots, orange, oak, cinnamon... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying... - [Barrell Bourbon New Year 2023](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/barrell-bourbon-new-year-2023/) - Nose: Caramel creams, cedar and oak, freshly baked... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with honey, caramel and vanilla... Finish: Long, slightly drying with a nutty... - [Uncle Nearest Single Barrel Black Label](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/uncle-nearest-single-barrel-black-label/) - Nose: Cocoa, slightly burnt caramel, anise, oak... Palate: Warm and thick mouthfeel, caramel with a bit of... Finish: Moderately long, thick and damp with... - [Broken Barrel Americana](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/12/broken-barrel-americana/) - Nose: Oak, green apples, fresh donuts, light caramel... Palate: Light caramel, apple, vanilla, oak, bit... Finish: Short in length, drying with sour caramel... - [Talisker 18 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/11/talisker-18-year-single-malt-scotch-whisky/) - Nose: Thick, rich and smoky, dark fruits, peaches, kiwi... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with honey, fruit... Finish: Long, damp with fruit, pepper spice... - [Highland Park Old Particular 1997 20 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/11/highland-park-old-particular-1997-20-year-old/) - Nose: Tobacco, leather, toffee, peat, hint of dark... Palate: Honey, toffee, caramel, chocolate, nutty with spiced... Finish: Long, damp with honey, toffee... - [Uncle Nearest Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/11/uncle-nearest-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Thick with fresh donuts with maple frosting... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with caramel, nutmeg... Finish: Moderately long and damp with caramel... - [Booker's 2022-03 "Kentucky Tea Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/11/bookers-2022-03-kentucky-tea-batch/) - Nose: Rich with caramel, vanilla, oak, peanut brittle... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with burnt brownie corners... Finish: Moderately long with oak, caramel... - [Alberta Premium Cask Strength Rye 2022](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/11/alberta-premium-cask-strength-rye-2022/) - Nose: Vanilla buttercream frosting, maple candies... Palate: Warm and chewy, caramel, vanilla, chocolate... Finish: Moderately long and drying with mint... - [Knob Creek 18 Year Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/knob-creek-18-year-bourbon/) - Nose: Oak char, cocoa, slightly burnt turtle brownies... Palate: Lots of oak, caramel, boiled peanuts, pecans.... Finish: Long with toffee, peanut brittle... - [Oak & Eden Wheat & Honey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/oak-eden-wheat-honey/) - Nose: Sponge cake, vanilla, oak, raw honey, hint of... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet with honey, caramel... Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying... - [Uncle Nearest Uncut/Unfiltered Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/uncle-nearest-uncut-unfiltered-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Buttered rye toast with orange marmalade, oak, maple... Palate: Warm and syrupy with caramel, buttered popcorn... Finish: Moderately long and damp with... - [Johnnie Walker Explorers' Club Collection - The Gold Route](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/05/johnnie-walker-explorers-club-collection-the-gold-route/) - Nose: Butter cream icing on freshly baked donuts, maple . . . Palate: Fruit forward with apple, pears, mangos . . . Finish: Moderate in length with a lingering . . . - [Redemption Sur Lee Straight Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/redemption-sur-lee-straight-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Woodsy rye spice, dill, mint, lemon (leaning... Palate: Round mouthfeel, nutty with vanilla, orange, apple... Finish: Moderately long with fruity spice... - [Dewar's French Cask Smooth](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/10/dewars-french-cask-smooth/) - Nose: Malt, fruity with apples, pears, subtle cinnamon... Palate: Sweet with honey, apple, cinnamon, nutmeg... Finish: Moderately long with cinnamon baked... - [Linkwood 1996 22 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/09/linkwood-1996-22-year-old/) - Nose: Caramel, honey, mixed nuts, fruit salad with... Palate: Fruity with green apples, not-quite-ripe pears... Finish: Moderately long, dry with tonic... - [Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr Four Grain Bottled in Bond](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/09/colonel-e-h-taylor-jr-four-grain-bottled-in-bond/) - Nose: Caramel, subtle baking spices, oak, vanilla, malty... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, caramel, cherries, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long, damp with... - [Remus Repeal Reserve Series VI Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/09/remus-repeal-reserve-series-vi-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Caramel crème candies, dark fruit notes, oak... Palate: Fruity, almost mincemeat pie (without the cloves)... Finish: Moderately long with savory fruit... - [Barrell Vantage](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/09/barrell-vantage/) - Nose: Vanilla flan with light caramel sauce, cocoa, ... Palate: Viscous mouthfeel, caramel packed with spices... Finish: Long and syrupy with maple syrup... - [Distillery Tour: Maker's Mark](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/12/distillery-tour-makers-mark/) - Review of a recent tour of Maker's Mark distillery in Loretto, Kentucky - [Daviess County Lightly Toasted Bourbon Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/09/daviess-county-lightly-toasted-bourbon-limited-edition/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, green oak, allspice, toffee . Palate: Round mouthfeel, sweet with caramel, honey... Finish: Short to moderate in length with caramel... - [Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (Batch 4, Oct 2019)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/09/kilkerran-8-year-old-cask-strength-batch-4-oct-2019/) - Nose: Smokey with peat, smoked barbecue brisket... Palate: Viscous mouthfeel, sweet entry with fruity notes of... Finish: Moderately long and salty with... - [Buzzard's Roost Char #1 Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/09/buzzards-roost-char-1-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Cooked corn mash with brown sugar, vanilla, touch of... Palate: Vanilla, brown sugar, caramel, pepper spice... Finish: Short with oak, pepper and... - [Buzzard's Roost Toasted American Oak Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/buzzards-roost-toasted-american-oak-bourbon/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, butterscotch, toasted oak... Palate: Dark caramel, cinnamon, honey, pepper, oak... Finish: Moderate in length, drying with oak... - [Limavady Single Malt Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/limavady-single-malt-whiskey/) - Nose: Malty grain, honey, porridge, vanilla, dried fruit... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with vanilla, fruit notes,... Finish: Short to moderate in length, honey... - [Barrell Craft Spirits Gray Label Dovetail 1st Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/barrell-craft-spirits-gray-label-dovetail-1st-release/) - Nose: Rich, butterscotch brownies, green apples... Palate: Viscous mouthfeel, rich fruits with apricot jam, honey... Finish: Long and drying with anise, cola... - [Barrell Dovetail Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/barrell-dovetail-whiskey/) - Nose: Vanilla, tropical fruit notes of pineapple and ... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with cocoa, caramel... Finish: Moderately long with honey, chocolate... - [Barriers for New Whiskey Drinkers Part 1 (Richard)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/barriers-for-new-whiskey-drinkers-part-1-richard/) - [Often Unmentioned Component of Whiskey Enjoyment](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/often-unmentioned-component-of-whiskey-enjoyment/) - [Michter's Single Barrel Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/04/michters-single-barrel-rye/) - Nose: This is very sweet on the nose, I get burnt caramel . . . Palate: This one is fun to roll around in the mouth, surprisingly . . . Finish: Oak and pepper, a little hot on . . . - [Jefferson's 10 Year Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/04/jeffersons-rye/) - Nose: The nose is very rich and creamy to me, I get very . . . Palate: This one is very sweet, it's much sweeter than I would . . . Finish: It reminds me of Ben & Jerry's . . . - [Green Spot](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/03/green-spot/) - Nose: Peaches, oranges, fresh cut hardwoods, and . . . Palate: Woody, lightly spiced, and under ripe . . . Finish: Wisps of pepper and cereal grains with minty . . . - [Highland Park Dark Origins](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/11/highland-park-dark-origins/) - Nose: Sherry for sure, thicker and meatier nose than . . . Palate: So if a sherry butt and a peat brick had a fight . . . Finish: Surprisingly sweet on the finish but it . . . - [Cascade of Variables](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/02/cascade-of-variables/) - Post with thoughts on many of the variables that influence the taste of whiskey. - [Green Spot Château Léoville Barton](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/03/green-spot-chateau-leoville-barton/) - Nose: Crisp apples, wine tannins and . . . Palate: Wet toothpicks, black pepper, orange . . . Finish: Tannic with lingering . . . - [Jameson Caskmates Revolution Brewing Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/10/jameson-caskmates-revolution-brewing-limited-edition/) - Nose: Some citrus zip right off the bat, grapefruit, clove, . . . Palate: Citrus spice with vanilla and honey; fruit that is . . . Finish: Short, drying with grapefruit . . . - [Starward Two-Fold Double Grain Australian Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/03/starward-two-fold-double-grain-australian-whisky/) - Nose: Young, grainy vanilla, tapioca pudding, fruity with . . . Palate: Fruity with apples, berries, plums, honey, bit of . . . Finish: Short and slightly drying with . . . - [Joseph Magnus Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/05/joseph-magnus-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich, cinnamon buns with raisins & cherries . . . Palate: Rich and fruity, raisins, dates, chocolate with cinnamon . . . Finish: Moderately long, drying, spicy with . . . - [Compass Box Gold Standard](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/05/compass-box-gold-standard/) - Nose: Rich with dark fruits - raisins, plums, baked apples . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with raisins, apples . . . Finish: Long with vanilla and orchard . . . - [Jefferson's Presidential Select 18 Yr](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/09/jeffersons-presidential-select-18-yr/) - Nose: More wood, mellow, a little more coy than the . . . Palate: A little hotter, woodier and slightly sweeter . . . Finish: Pepper, oak, very dry. Vanilla comes through . . . - [Daviess County Double Barrel Bourbon Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/09/daviess-county-double-barrel-bourbon-limited-edition/) - Nose: Toasted oak, salted caramel, vanilla, dusty... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, caramel, vanilla, honey... Finish: Moderately long with... - [Yellowstone 2022 Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/yellowstone-2022-limited-edition/) - Nose: Salted caramel, honey, leather, meaty marsala... Palate: Caramel, vanilla, brown sugar , marsala wine notes... Finish: Long, damp with fading pepper... - [Bartender's Handshake Old Fashioned](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/bartenders-handshake-old-fashioned/) - My thoughts on this bottle, and how it compares to a fairly standard/typical Old Fashioned recipe. - [Barrell Craft Spirits Gray Label Seagrass 1st Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/02/barrell-craft-spirits-gray-label-seagrass-1st-release/) - Nose: Rye toast with caraway seeds, caramel, oak, dill... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with citrus notes, oranges and... Finish: Long and drying with apricot... - [Stellum Black Fibonacci Blend #1](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/stellum-black-fibonacci-blend-1/) - Nose: Exotic citrus notes of tangerines, blood... Palate: Thick mouthfeel with brown sugar, orange, honey... Finish: Moderately long and drying with citrus... - [Stellum Black Equinox Blend #1](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/08/stellum-black-equinox-blend-1/) - Nose: Rich, dark chocolate, musty oak, toffee, subtle... Palate: Viscous mouthfeel with caramel, toasted orange... Finish: Long, warm and slowly drying... - [Sagamore Spirit Calvados Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/03/sagamore-spirit-calvados-finish/) - Nose: Baked apple pie with cinnamon, dried mint . . . Palate: Apple slices dripping with honey that sharpens . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying . . . - [Knob Creek 12 Year Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/02/knob-creek-12-year-bourbon/) - Nose: Rich fudge and caramel (like freshly baked turtle... Palate: Rich dark chocolate with caramel, nutmeg... Finish: Moderately long with drying cocoa... - [Tamdhu Batch Strength No 004](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/12/tamdhu-batch-strength-no-004/) - Nose: Sherry, dark fruit, raisins, balsamic, chocolate, honey... Palate: Thick and warm, syrupy sweetness, fudge, dark fruits... Finish: Long and damp, berry... - [High West Yippee Ki-Yay](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/04/high-west-yippee-ki-yay/) - Nose: The wine really lays heavy . . . Palate: Mulled wine with cinnamon sticks floating . . . Finish: Minty and slightly . . . - [High West American Prairie Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/04/high-west-american-prairie-reserve/) - Nose: Cherries, oranges, corn pudding, and . . . Palate: Orange marmalade, vanilla cream . . . Finish: Dry and woody with hints of . . . - [High West 14 Year Light Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/04/high-west-14-year-light-whiskey/) - Nose: Subtle all around, faint oak, lightly sweet fruit . . . Palate: Deliciously delicate, starts off soft and lightly sweet before . . . Finish: Lingers before slowly/softly . . . - [Remus Repeal Reserve Series V Straight Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/07/remus-repeal-reserve-series-v-straight-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Rich salted caramel, brown sugar candied... Palate: Caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate covered cherries... Finish: Moderately long, drying with chocolate... - [Clement Premiere Canne](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/clement-premiere-canne/) - Nose: Raw pre-appellation. It reminds me of a slightly sweet whiskey mash . . . Palate: Very floral and grassy. Very little sweetness for . . . Finish: Dry and vegetal . . . - [Westward American Single Malt Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/05/westward-american-single-malt-whiskey/) - Nose: Barley malt, vanilla crème brûlée... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, fruity with pears, peaches and bananas, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long and damp, with... - [Game of Thrones House Lannister Lagavulin 9 Yr Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/05/game-of-thrones-house-lannister-lagavulin-9-yr-old/) - Nose: Peaty with freshly shoveled earth, creosote... Palate: Viscous mouthfeel with sweet vanilla, subtle fruit... Finish: Moderately long and drying with... - [Game of Thrones Six Kingdoms Mortlach 15 Yr Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/04/game-of-thrones-six-kingdoms-mortlach-15-yr-old/) - Nose: Sherry bomb with dark fruits, blood orange, vanilla... Palate: Thick mouthfeel, fruit dripping with caramel... Finish: Moderately long with dark fruit... - [Blue Spot](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/03/blue-spot/) - Nose: Rich and fruity with pineapple, mango, apple... Palate: Rich mouthfeel, fruity with toffee and vanilla... Finish: Moderately long and damp with fruit... - [Old Forester Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/05/old-forester-single-barrel/) - Nose: Rich baking spices, vanilla wafers with . . . Palate: Sweet caramel cremes that sharpens a tad with . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length, with . . . - [Caol Ila 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/12/caol-ila-12-year/) - Nose: Subtle peat and sea air, grassy, vanilla, hint of ... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with a smoky sweetness ... Finish: Long with peat smoke, slowly building ... - [A Thanksgiving Tip and Find](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/11/a-thanksgiving-tip-and-find/) - [Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Decades](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/09/wild-turkey-masters-keep-decades/) - Nose: Vanilla, charred oak, caramel, cinnamon, orange . . . Palate: Caramel, brown sugar, vanilla, hefty oak, cherries . . . Finish: Long, drying with oak . . . - [Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse Select Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/08/jim-beam-urban-stillhouse-select-bourbon/) - Nose: Vanilla, hint of maple, musty oak, a note of . . . Palate: Vanilla, caramel, oak, an odd herbal note . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length . . . - [Glenmorangie The Duthac](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2020/06/glenmorangie-the-duthac/) - Nose: Honey malt with subtle fruit, citrus, raisins . . . Palate: Fruity with spice, citrus, honey, dates, nutmeg . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length, slightly . . . - [Sonoma Cherrywood Smoked Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/11/sonoma-cherrywood-smoked-bourbon/) - Nose: Young, vanilla, corn and . . . Palate: Sweet and creamy to start, rich . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length with . . . - [Sonoma Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/11/sonoma-bourbon-whiskey/) - Nose: Young, freshly baked cornbread with . . . Palate: Sweet entry that sharpens with . . . Finish: Short and drying with . . . - [Sonoma Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/11/sonomoa-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Bright, sweet minty . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, sweet vanilla . . . Finish: Short and damp with a . . . - [Sonoma Cherrywood Rye Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/11/sonoma-cherrywood-rye-whiskey/) - Nose: Bright, citrus spice with . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, richer fruit notes of . . . Finish: On the short side with . . . - [Caol Ila Unpeated 18 Yr 2017 Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/11/caol-ila-unpeated-18-yr-2017-release/) - Nose: Cut hay, salted caramel and vanilla, strawberry greens . . . Palate: Rich and thick mouthfeel that starts soft and gradually . . . Finish: Long with a warm and subtle . . . - [Talisker 57° North](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/11/talisker-57-north/) - Nose: Big sea-mist, iodine, oysters, sea-brine, acrid smoke . . . Palate: Sweet with apricots, pears and caramel to start . . . Finish: Long, drying with pepper and . . . - [George Dickel Bottled in Bond](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/08/george-dickel-bottled-in-bond/) - Nose: Oak with brown sugar, caramel, toffee, minerals/vitamins . . . Palate: Sweet caramel toffee with dark honey and . . . Finish: Moderately long, drying with fudge . . . - [Kilchoman Sauternes Cask Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/07/kilchoman-sauternes-cask-finish/) - Nose: BAM! Peat smoke smacks you immediately, earthy, vegetal . . . Palate: Starts off sweet than really warms and . . . Finish: Moderately long, drying with peat . . . - [Noble Oak Double Oak Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/06/noble-oak-double-oak-bourbon/) - Nose: Heavy oak, vanilla flan with freshly grated nutmeg... Palate: Soft oaky vanilla with caramel corn, raisins... Finish: Short to moderate in length with... - [The Macallan Fine Oak 12 Years Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/09/the-macallan-fine-oak-12-years-old/) - Nose: Bright malt, honeysuckle, day-old peach . . . Palate: Sweet and fruity with green apples, honey . . . Finish: A tad short, with honey and . . . - [Armorik Double Maturation Breton Single Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/07/armorik-double-maturation-breton-single-malt/) - Nose: Soft malt, fresh cut hay, apricots . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, rich fruity sweetness up front with apples . . . Finish: Moderate to long in length . . . - [The Macallan Cask Strength](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/09/the-macallan-cask-strength/) - Nose: Thick, rich stewed plums and raisins covered in... Palate: Thick and viscous, intense dark fruit - mincemeat... Finish: Long and lingering, with fruit... - [The Macallan Classic Cut 2018 Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/09/the-macallan-classic-cut-2018-edition/) - Nose: Rich sherried raisins, figs, dates . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel at the start, sweet dark fruit - raisins . . . Finish: Moderately long with pepper spice . . . - [Lagavulin 8 Yrs Old Single Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/07/lagavulin-8-yrs-old-single-malt/) - Nose: Peat smoke, earthy, musty, light iodine, notes of . . . Palate: Sweet peat, honey with a sharper oak and . . . Finish: Moderately long, drying with . . . - [Lagavulin 16 Yrs Old Single Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/07/lagavulin-16-yrs-old-single-malt/) - Nose: Intense peat smoke, worn leather, cigar paper . . . Palate: Sweet peat notes with oak and honey to start . . . Finish: Long and lovely, slowly drying with . . . - [Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Revival](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/06/wild-turkey-masters-keep-revival/) - Nose: Like stepping into a rickhouse on a warm summer . . . Palate: Rich caramel flan topped with raisins that were . . . Finish: Long, drying with tannic . . . - [Coopers’ Craft Barrel Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/03/coopers-craft-barrel-reserve/) - Nose: Fresh oak with vanilla, leather, some orange . . . Palate: Vanilla with green apple and orange notes as . . . Finish: On the short end, drying with . . . - [Amrut Peated Indian Single Malt Cask Strength Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/03/amrut-peated-indian-single-malt-cask-strength-whisky/) - Nose: Plenty of peat, some exotic wood, musty . . . Palate: Thick, earthy with some dark fruit sweetness . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length . . . - [Amrut Peated Indian Single Malt Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/02/amrut-peated-indian-single-malt-whisky/) - Nose: Peat! Seriously, loads of peat, with . . . Palate: Sweet Earthy malt, some hints of fruit with . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length . . . - [Amrut Indian Single Malt Cask Strength Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/02/amrut-indian-single-malt-cask-strength-whisky/) - Nose: Musty, exotic wood, vegetal . . . Palate: Thick mouthfeel, warm, twangy sweet . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length with . . . - [Grand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire and Centenaire Sidecar](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/09/grand-marnier-cuvee-du-centenaire-and-centenaire-sidecar/) - Careful examination of Grand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire followed by their recommended cocktail: The Centenaire Sidecar. Thoughts from the perspective of a whiskey enthusiast (spoiler alert: this is damn tasty!) - [1792 Bottled-in-Bond](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/06/1792-bottled-in-bond/) - Nose: Vanilla, salted caramel with . . . Palate: Caramel cream candies with . . . Finish: Moderate in length with . . . - [Advent Day 9: The Naked Grouse](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/12/advent-day-9-the-naked-grouse/) - Nose: Oily polished oak, stewed fruits . . . Palate: Very light flavored with bits of . . . Finish: Short and mellow . . . - [Johnnie Walker White Walker](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2019/01/johnnie-walker-white-walker/) - Nose: Sweet, bright, green hay, malty . . . Palate: Sweet malt, pears with a touch of . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length . . . - [Johnnie Walker Blue Label](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/09/johnnie-walker-blue-label/) - Nose: Nice with a bit of sherry, peat, and . . . Palate: Creamy rich mouthfeel, fruity and . . . Finish: Long, slow and . . . - [John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/10/john-walker-sons-celebratory-blend/) - Nose: Fruit notes with raisins and apricots... Palate: Rich and thick, dark fruit with toffee, caramel... Finish: Moderately long, drying with dark fruit... - [Johnnie Walker Double Black](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/johnnie-walker-double-black/) - Nose: There is a nice smokiness but it's much more refined than . . . Palate: Surprisingly sweet then settling into a mellow . . . Finish: Charcoal, old campfires . . . - [Johnnie Walker Blenders’ Batch Triple Grain American Oak 10 Yr Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/11/johnnie-walker-blenders-batch-triple-grain-american-oak-10-yr-old/) - Nose: Sweet and malty, subtle notes of . . . Palate: Bright, sweet vanilla malt and . . . Finish: Short, drying with a . . . - [Slane Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/09/slane-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Fruity (reminds me a bit of young rye); notes of caramel and . . . Palate: Sweet and soft; pears, peaches, plums with . . . Finish: Medium length, slightly drying with . . . - [Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge & Whiskey Cocktails](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/09/grand-marnier-cordon-rouge-whiskey-cocktails/) - Careful examination of Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge followed by some whiskey-based cocktails: Grand Old Fashioned and Grand Manhattan. Share my thoughts on tweaks that the whiskey enthusiast might enjoy! - [The GlenDronach 21 Yr Parliament](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/07/the-glendronach-21-yr-parliament/) - Nose: Thick sherry, fruitcake soaked in alcohol, orange . . . Palate: Sweet with chocolate, citrus . . . Finish: Long and lingering w/ a bit of . . . - [The GlenDronach 18 Yr Old Allardice](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/07/the-glendronach-18-yr-old-allardice/) - Nose: Sherried fruit with cloves . . . Palate: Sweet and soft upon entry . . . Finish: Moderate in length and . . . - [The GlenDronach 8 Year Old Octarine](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/06/the-glendronach-8-year-old-octarine/) - Nose: A bit thin, sherry with . . . Palate: Sweet fruity malt with a . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length . . . - [The GlenDronach 8 Year Old The Hielan'](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/06/the-glendronach-8-year-old-the-hielan/) - Nose: Bright, sweet malt with orange . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, orange creamsicle with . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length, sweet with . . . - [The GlenDronach Original 12 yr](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/06/the-glendronach-original-12-yr/) - Nose: Thick, rich and sweet; sherry with . . . Palate: Sweet and fruity, peach & pear . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length with . . - [Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/05/wild-turkey-kentucky-spirit/) - Nose: Caramel and vanilla mix with . . . Palate: Burnt salted caramel with . . . Finish: Moderate in length, with . . . - [Jura Seven Wood](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/05/jura-seven-wood/) - Nose: Musky & smoky sweetness; dark fruit notes over . . . Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with ripe peaches, pears, and . . . Finish: Moderately long and . . . - [Advent Day 14: Mackmyra Brukswhisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/12/advent-day-14-mackmyra-brukswhisky/) - Nose: Kind of mealy with . . . Palate: Fruity sweet with an . . . Finish: Fleeting with a bit more . . . - [Glenrothes 1985](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/09/glenrothes-1985/) - Nose: Fresh cut grass, orange . . . Palate: Surprisingly rich and creamy . . . Finish: Long with heaps of malt . . . - [Glenrothes 1998](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/09/glenrothes-1998/) - Nose: The nose mixes sherry, citrus . . . Palate: Vanilla and cinnamon forward with . . . Finish: Dry, almost . . . - [Glenrothes Select Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/08/glenrothes-select-reserve/) - Nose: Light vanilla and . . . Palate: A lovely, silky sweetness of . . . Finish: Lingering with doses of . . . - [Rabbit Hole Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/08/rabbit-hole-bourbon/) - Nose: Young, corn sweet with . . . Palate: Sweet entry – caramel, vanilla . . . Finish: Short and drying . . . - [1792 Full Proof](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/05/1792-full-proof/) - Nose: Hot, musty sour oak with . . . Palate: Warm and sweet, caramel creams . . . Finish: Moderate in length and . . . - [Jim Beam Bonded](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/09/jim-beam-bonded/) - Nose: The peanut and cornmeal . . . Palate: Corn pudding, vanilla beans . . . Finish: Dry and lightly peppery with . . . - [The Black Grouse](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/02/the-black-grouse/) - Nose: A very vegetal and meaty peat. Palate: Light fruity sweetness layered between . . . Finish: Subtle, with a long, slow build through . . . - [Ardbeg Supernova](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/10/ardbeg-supernova/) - Nose: Clearly this is an Ardbeg. A richer, nutty, earthier . . . Palate: Crisp sweetness like salted caramel candies with a sooty, peppery . . . Finish: Antiseptic and dry . . . - [Advent Day 8: Cardhu 12](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/12/advent-day-8-cardhu-12/) - Nose: Malty and nutty with honey . . . Palate: Wildflower honey, lightly smoky, orange . . . Finish: Floral and spicy laid on . . . - [Ninety 20 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/03/ninety-20-year-old/) - Nose: Sweet, corn, banana nut bread with . . . Palate: Molasses, subtle raisins and . . Finish: Fairly short and . . . - [Corsair Old Punk](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2018/03/corsair-old-punk/) - Nose: Sweet malted barley, bright spice . . . Palate: Sweet and bright, although thin on . . . Finish: Short and a bit dry . . . - [James E. Pepper Barrel Proof Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/10/james-e-pepper-barrel-proof-rye/) - Nose: Hit of alcohol, sharp, bright, crisp . . . Palate: Sharp entry, fresh orange . . . Finish: Short and drying, with . . . - [Traverse City XXX Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/10/traverse-city-xxx-bourbon/) - Nose: Vanilla pudding with a hint of . . . Palate: Thin mouthfeel with sweet corn . . . Finish: Short to moderate in length and . . . - [Traverse City American Cherry](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/10/traverse-city-american-cherry/) - Nose: Cherry cough medicine . . . Palate: Less heavy cherry than . . . Finish: Short and sweet . . . - [Glen Grant 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/01/glen-grant-18-year/) - Nose: Grassy and straw-like with floral and . . . Palate: Fresh malted grains and fresh cut hay drizzled with . . . Finish: The finish has some legs . . . - [Glen Grant 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/12/glen-grant-12-year/) - Nose: This nose is all kinds of light and fruity . . . Palate: The whisky remains crisp and fresh to . . . Finish: It's so light that . . . - [Clynelish Distiller's Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2017/03/clynelish-distillers-edition/) - Nose: Thick waxy sherry, chocolate and . . . Palate: Viscous waxy mouthfeel, sherry . . . Finish: Moderately long and . . . - [Talisker Storm](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/08/talisker-storm/) - Nose: Brine forward with a salty earthy feel . . . Palate: Over ripe fruit sweetness pushes . . . Finish: Saltines and campfire . . . - [Talisker 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2016/08/talisker-10-year/) - Nose: Rich, earthy, and smokey with . . . Palate: Smokey and slightly salty with . . . Finish: Pepper and brine linger as . . . - [Glenfiddich 21 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/04/glenfiddich-21-year-old/) - Nose: Vanilla wafers, toffee, a grassy floral note, cedar . . . Palate: A little thin, underwhelming, some nice redeeming notes of . . . Finish: Dry and rather . . . - [Glenmorangie 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/glenmorangie-18-year/) - Nose: Dried wood and bouquet garnished with . . . Palate: Creamy, light, delicate and a little nutty, let it open . . . Finish: Dry...like reach for a . . . - [Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/glenmorangie-nectar-dor/) - Nose: A daiquiri with Japanese cherry blossoms . . . Palate: Thick honey sweetness sprinkled with black pepper and . . . Finish: Dry and surprisingly . . . - [Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban 12 Yr](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/glenmorangie-quinta-rubin/) - Nose: Citrus, berries, and a hint of sweet . . . Palate: Oily, rich, and smooth. Plums, dark chocolate and more . . . Finish: Long and dry . . . - [Glen Grant Five Decades](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/10/glen-grant-five-decades/) - Nose: Sherry jumps out first but not in an aggressive way . . . Palate: Nice initial sweetness reminding me of toffee ice cream and . . . Finish: Subtle but you know it's there and . . . - [Glen Grant 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/glen-grant-10-year/) - Nose: Floral and fruity with hints of . . . Palate: Light, clean, and ridiculously drinkable, creamy notes of . . . Finish: Light and dry . . . - [Ellington Canadian Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2021/02/ellington-canadian-whisky/) - Nose: Acetone, grainy with . . . Palate: Thin with . . . Finish: Short with . . . - [Springbank 12 yr Cask Strength Batch 21 (October 2020)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/01/springbank-12-yr-cask-strength-batch-21-october-2020/) - Nose: Dark fruit, red wine notes, hint of sulfur... Palate: Cream mouthfeel, fruity with apricots, not quite ripe... Finish: Long and drying with dry sherry... - [Springbank 15 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/01/springbank-15-year-old/) - Nose: Thick and rich sherry bomb, dark fruit with oak... Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, fruity with graham cracker and... Finish: Long and drying with vanilla... - [Springbank 10 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/springbank-10-year-old/) - Nose: Heather, honey, burnt sugar, and a little . . . Palate: Very viscous, almost chewy. Great mouth feel. Fruity and briney . . . Finish: A nice briney oak and an almost but . . . - [Springbank 10 Year Old 100 Proof](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/springbank-10-year-old-100-proof/) - Nose: Savory on the nose and the alcohol needs a little . . . Palate: Heavy on the brine and smoke . . . Finish: A powerful smack you in the face finish that . . . - [Famous Grouse 12 Year Old Blended Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/famouse-grouse-12-year-old-blended-malt/) - Nose: Floral integrates with treacle and brined meat, Malt-o-meal . . . Palate: Rich, nutty, and surprisingly sweet, not bad; much . . . Finish: More of that citrus and oak . . . - [Cragganmore 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/cragganmore-12-year-old/) - Nose: Treacle tarts jump out initially but quickly mellow . . . Palate: It starts off very soft and mellow, there is a light floral . . . Finish: Dry and spicy, a little brawny . . . - [Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/bunnahabhain-12-year-old/) - Nose: Slightly smokey and a little sweet . . . Palate: Licorice and fennel seed jump out at first, a mild earthy . . . Finish: The finish fades to fresh straw . . . - [Glenkinchie 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/glenkinchie-12-year-old/) - [Barrell Single Barrel Whiskey "Butter Cake"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/07/barrell-single-barrel-whiskey-butter-cake/) - Nose: Soft, oak, buttered corn bread, vanilla... Palate: Warm, sweet with honey, vanilla sponge cake with... Finish: Moderately long, drying with honey... - [Char No. 4 Redux](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/char-no-4-redux/) - [Lost apostles?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/lost-apostles/) - [Fad Focus 3 - Barrel/Cask Strength](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/fad-focus-3-barrelcask-strength/) - [Matt's Signature Balvenie](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/matts-signature-balvenie/) - [Acts of the Apostles](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/acts-of-the-apostles/) - [Georgia and their wonderful Blue Laws](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/georgia-and-their-wonderful-blue-laws/) - [Gateway Series #1: Jim Beam White Label](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/gateway-series-1-jim-beam-white-label/) - [It's Derby Time](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/its-derby-time/) - [Gateway Series #2: Jim Beam Black](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/05/gateway-series-2-jim-beam-black/) - [Gateway Series #3: Jack Daniels Old No.7](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/05/gateway-series-3-jack-daniels-old-no7/) - [Balvenie 17yo Retrospective](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/05/balvenie-17yo-retrospective/) - [Memorial Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/05/memorial-day/) - [Charbay Hop Flavored Whiskey, Batch #2](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/05/charbay-hop-flavored-whiskey-batch-2/) - [Gateway Series #4: Gentleman Jack](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/05/gateway-series-4-gentleman-jack/) - [Words, words, words. What about flavor?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/01/words-words-words-what-about-flavor/) - [Keeping an open mind…](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/01/keeping-an-open-mind/) - [The 4J Bar…](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/01/the-4j-bar/) - [A Night With Char no.4](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/01/a-night-with-char-no4/) - [The Jameson Whiskey Martini…](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/01/the-jameson-whiskey-martini…/) - [Whisk(e)y And The Weaker(?) Sex](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/01/whiskey-and-the-weaker-sex/) - [Doh!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/doh/) - [The Wind That Shakes The Barley](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/the-wind-that-shakes-the-barley/) - [How We Review](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/how-we-review/) - [Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/four-roses-small-batch-bourbon/) - [Fad Focus #1: Peat](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/fad-focus-1-peat/) - [Spirited Swine](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/spirited-swine/) - ['The Best'](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/the-best/) - [Drinking In A Depressed Economy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/drinking-in-a-depressed-economy/) - [Forty Creek Barrel Select](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/forty-creek-barrel-select/) - [Crown Royal Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/crown-royal-reserve/) - [10 Days Left!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/10-days-left/) - [Evan Williams](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/evan-williams/) - [Rittenhouse Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/rittenhouse-rye/) - [Nikka Coming Stateside](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/nikka-coming-stateside/) - [The Trifecta](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/the-trifecta/) - [Supply, Demand, & Economics](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/02/supply-demand-economics/) - [Penderyn Welsh Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/02/penderyn-welsh-whisky/) - [William Larue Weller (2008 Release)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/william-larue-weller-2008-release/) - [New U.S. Releases - February '10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/new-u-s-releases-february-10/) - [Redbreast 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/redbreast-12-year-old/) - [Happy St. Patrick's Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/happy-st-patricks-day-2/) - [The Dalmore Mackenzie](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/the-dalmore-mackenzie/) - [Did You Know #1: More Than a Shelf Can Show](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/08/did-you-know-1-more-than-a-shelf-can-show/) - Did You Know...that your local liquor stores have access to a lot more selection than you see on the shelves? Richard shares some insights - [Two New Drams From Preiss Imports](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/08/two-new-drams-from-preiss-imports/) - [Charbay Tequila Blanco](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/08/charbay-tequila-blanco/) - [New U.S. Releases](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/08/new-u-s-releases/) - [G & MacP Tasting At Louis 649](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/08/g-macp-tasting-at-louis-649/) - Tasting notes from nine whiskies from a Gordon & MacPhail Tasting at Louis 649 in 2009 - [Glenmorangie Astar](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/08/glenmorangie-astar/) - [New U.S. Releases – August ’09 Part 2](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/09/new-u-s-releases-august-09-part-2/) - [New U.S. Releases – September ‘09](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/09/new-u-s-releases-–-september-‘09/) - [Gateway Series #12: Canadian Round-Up](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/10/gateway-series-12-canadian-round-up/) - A three way Canadian whiskey faceoff with Canadian Club Blended Canadian Whisky, Black Velvet Canadian Whisky, and Canadian Mist Blended Canadian Whisky - [Where are the Apostles?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/10/where-are-the-apostles/) - [Knob Creek is back!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/10/knob-creek-is-back/) - [New U.S. Releases – October ‘09](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/11/new-u-s-releases-–-october-‘09/) - [Laphroaig at Mac McGee’s](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/laphroaig-at-mac-mcgees/) - [Barriers for New Whiskey Drinkers Part 2 (Matt)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/barriers-for-new-whiskey-drinkers-part-2-matt/) - [Keeping Your Blades Sharp](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/keeping-your-blades-sharp/) - [Atlanta News on Bourbon Releases](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/atlanta-news-on-bourbon-releases/) - [The High End Keeps Getting Higher](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/the-high-end-keeps-getting-higher/) - [The World’s Best Whiskies...the Book!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/the-worlds-best-whiskies-the-book/) - [New Woodford Master's Collection](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/new-woodford-masters-collection/) - [New U.S. Releases: October '10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/new-u-s-releases-october-10/) - [Cutty Sark Blended Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/cutty-sark-blended-malt/) - [Wild Turkey American Spirit](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/wild-turkey-american-spirit/) - [Pocket Shot](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/pocket-shot/) - [Stillhouse “The Original Moonshine Clear Corn Whiskey”](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/stillhouse-the-original-moonshine-clear-corn-whiskey/) - [Elijah Craig 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/elijah-craig-12-year-old/) - [Elijah Craig 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/elijah-craig-18-year/) - [Rittenhouse Bottled in Bond](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/05/rittenhouse-bottled-in-bond/) - [Old Forester @ Louis 649](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/05/old-forester-louis-649/) - [Qu'est-ce que c'est?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/05/quest-ce-que-cest/) - [Just Three Ingredients](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/05/just-three-ingredients/) - [Whiskies of the World Unite](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/05/whiskies-of-the-world-unite/) - [Parker’s Heritage Collection First Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/parkers-heritage-collection-first-edition/) - [Tullibardine Interview](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/tullabardine-interview/) - [Eagle Rare 10 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/eagle-rare-10-year-old/) - [Four Roses Yellow Label](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/four-roses-yellow-label/) - [Seagram's 7 Crown American Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/seagrams-7/) - Nose: Honey and ripe fruit. Oranges and . . . Palate: Candied rubber? Very antiseptic and . . . Finish: Very hot and rough . . . - [Woodford Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/woodford-reserve/) - [Sin-sational Father's Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/sin-sational-fathers-day/) - [Did You Know #3: Coming of Age](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/did-you-know-3-coming-of-age/) - [New U.S. Releases - June '10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/06/new-u-s-releases-june-10/) - [Jameson 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/jameson-12-year-old/) - Nose: Light like fresh grass with fruity notes and a bit of char. Palate: Creamy and malty with honey and cereal grains coming through. You definitely pick up the sherry casks. The more . . . - [Collingwood Canadian Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/collingwood-canadian-whisky/) - [Jameson Gold Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/jameson-gold-reserve/) - Nose: Herbal and grassy but very mellow. There are really just hints of a nose to the whiskey. Palate: Initially it’s sweet with a mild oak flavor. With time it develops into cinnamon . . . - [Canadian Club Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/canadian-club-reserve/) - Nose: I get a little dried grain but . . . Palate: Overall it's VERY mellow . . . Finish: A short, dry, and slightly . . . - [Happy St. Patrick's Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/happy-st-patricks-day-3/) - [Jameson 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/jameson-18-year/) - Nose: Honey, fresh grass, and sherry notes. After letting it sit I find it a bit oily with a buttery sweetness. Palate: Very rich and slightly oily. Spice, vanilla, and delicate oak. - [Templeton Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/templeton-rye/) - [New Competition at Bushmills](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/new-competition-at-bushmills/) - [April's Line Up](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/aprils-line-up/) - [Atlanta Extravaganza 2011](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/atlanta-extravaganza-2011/) - [Out Sick](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/out-sick/) - [Van Winkle 12 Year Old Lot "B"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/van-winkle-12-year-old-lot-b/) - [Dalmore Gran Reserva](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/dalmore-gran-reserva/) - [Greenore 18 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/greenore-18-year-old/) - Nose: Fresh cut hay and honeysuckle. With water it leans toward roasted oats and a hint of cinnamon and bananas. There is also something floral like cherry blossoms but not quite as sweet. Palate: Citrus notes and an antiseptic quality. With water is opens up nicely to a more buttery, creamy, and sweeter palate. Finish: Crisp, dry and short by itself. If you add water it actually intensifies the antiseptic quality on the finish but also makes it hang around for a while. - [Begin At The Beguine](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/01/begin-at-the-beguine/) - [Hudson Four Grain Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/hudson-four-grain-bourbon-whiskey/) - [Fad Focus #2: Wood Finishes](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/fad-focus-2-woodfinishes/) - [Hendrick's Gin](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/02/hendricks-gin/) - [How did you find whiskey?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/03/findingwhiskey/) - [In the Land of Giants](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/03/in-the-land-of-giants/) - [Wrestling With Peat](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/03/wrestling-with-peat/) - [Happy St. Patrick's Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/03/happy-st-patricks-day/) - [The Beating of the Blend: Artist vs. Craftsman](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/03/craftsman-vs-artist/) - [Ardbeg 10 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/03/ardbeg-10-year-old/) - [Boilermaker in a bottle](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/boilermaker-in-a-bottle/) - [Glen Garioch 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/glen-garioch-15-year/) - [Amaro Nonino](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/amaro-nonino/) - [El Dorado Special Reserve 12 Year Old Rum](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/04/el-dorado-special-reserve-12-year-old-rum/) - Nose: It has your typical rum notes (vanilla, caramelized sugar), but . . . Palate: Vanilla, the sugar moves a little toward . . . Finish: Here the sugar moves all the . . . - [A Cache of Rye](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/a-cache-of-rye/) - [Two More Reasons To Love Buffalo Trace](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/two-more-reasons-to-love-buffalo-trace/) - [Gateway Series #6: Jameson Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/gateway-series-6-jameson-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Creamy on the nose with subtle notes of honey. Palate: Creamy mouth feel, much more so than Bushmills but the flavor is equally mellow and muted. There are not many pronounced flavors. - [Rogue Dead Guy Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/rogue-dead-guy-whiskey/) - [Gateway Series #7: Dewar's White Label Blended Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/gateway-series-7-dewars-white-label-blended-scotch/) - [Lordy, lordy, look who's 40](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/lordy-lordy-look-whos-40/) - [Gateway Series #8: Johnnie Walker Red Label](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/gateway-series-8-johnnie-walker-red-label/) - [Bourbon: America's Sweetheart](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/06/bourbon-americas-sweetheart/) - [Rowan's Creek Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/07/rowans-creek-straight-kentucky-bourbon-whiskey/) - [Gateway Series #9: Johnnie Walker Black](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/07/gateway-series-9-johnnie-walker-black/) - [More Japanese Whisky Coming Stateside](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/07/more-japanese-whisky-coming-stateside/) - [Greatest Wife In The World](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/07/greatest-wife-in-the-world/) - [Good Times, Great Friends, and Greater Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/07/good-times-great-friends-and-greater-whiskey/) - [Highland Park 30 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/07/highland-park-30-year-old/) - [A visit to Tuthilltown Spirits](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/11/a-visit-to-tuthilltown-spirits/) - [Tuthilltown Spirits New York Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/11/tuthilltown-spirits-new-york-whiskey/) - [Apostle Update](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/11/apostle-update/) - ['Green' Distilling Under Fire In Scotland](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/11/green-distilling-under-fire-in-scotland/) - [New U.S. Releases - November '09](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/12/new-u-s-releases-november-09/) - [Black Bull 12yo Deluxe Blended Scotch Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/12/black-bull-12yo-deluxe-blended-scotch-whisky/) - [Gateway Series #12: Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/12/makers-mark-kentucky-straight-bourbon/) - [Gateway Series #13: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/12/gateway-series-13-chivas-regal-12-year-old/) - [Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2009/12/merry-christmas-happy-holidays/) - [New U.S. Releases - December '09](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/new-u-s-releases-december-09/) - [A blog's blog](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/01/a-blogs-blog/) - [Glen & Morty](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/glen-morty/) - [Sexy Little Number](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/sexy-little-number/) - [Extravaganza in Atlanta - 2010](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/extravaganza-in-atlanta-2010/) - [Bourbon & Bacon Expo 2010](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/03/bourbon-bacon-expo-2010/) - [The Buffalo Has Landed!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/the-buffalo-has-landed/) - [New U.S. Releases – March ‘10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/new-u-s-releases-march-10/) - [Turning Japanese...](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/turning-japanese/) - [Yamazaki 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/yamazaki-12-year-old/) - Nose: Initial agitation brings floral-fruity sweetness . . . Palate: Very light and aperitif-like initially but . . . Finish: The finish is a little too . . . - [Hibiki 12 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/hibiki-12-year-old/) - [Yamazaki 18 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/yamazaki-18-year-old/) - Nose: Honey, caramel, orchard fruits . . . Palate: The lighter notes of the palate dance . . . Finish: The finish is oaky yet . . . - [Tullibardine At The Brandy Library](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/tullibardine-at-the-brandy-library/) - […And you thought it was over](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/04/and-you-thought-it-was-over/) - [New U.S. Releases – April ‘10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/05/new-u-s-releases-april-10/) - [Pisco Apostle?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/07/pisco-apostle/) - [Cracking the Code](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/07/cracking-the-code/) - [Bunker Boys](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/07/bunker-boys/) - [National Scotch Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/07/national-scotch-day/) - [New U.S. Releases - July '10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/08/new-u-s-releases-july-10/) - [Woodford's Pipeline](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/08/woodfords-pipeline/) - [Johnnie Walker Gold](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/08/johnnie-walker-gold/) - [More Information on the New Knob Creek](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/08/more-information-the-new-knob-creek/) - [Old Forester Birthday Bourbon Is Here (almost)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/08/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-is-here-almost/) - [A Great Evening in Atlanta](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/09/a-great-evening-in-atlanta/) - [New Releases - August '10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/09/new-releases-august-10/) - [Ancient Age](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/09/ancient-age/) - [Johnnie Walker Green](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/09/johnnie-walker-green/) - [New U.S. Releases - September '10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/new-u-s-releases-september-10/) - [Chivas Live](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/10/chivas-live/) - [Happy Thanksgiving](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/11/happy-thanksgiving/) - [Where are the November new releases?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/where-are-the-november-new-releases/) - [Holiday Swag Giveaway](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/holiday-swag-giveaway/) - [Connemara Turf Mor](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/connemara-turf-mor/) - Nose: First hit with a caramel sweetness, then overpowered by peat that swirls around more floral notes (rose petals) and notes of green grain and grasses. - [Amrut Single Malt Whisky](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/amrut-single-malt-whisky/) - [Do we accept samples for review?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/do-we-accept-samples-for-review/) - [11 Days Left for the Swag Giveaway](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/11-days-left-for-the-swag-giveaway/) - [Amrut Fusion](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/amrut-fusion/) - [Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2010/12/merry-christmas-and-happy-holidays/) - [New Year's Resolution 2011](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/new-years-resolution-2011/) - [Site Update: Review Archive](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/site-update-review-archive/) - [Evan Williams Single Barrel 2000](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/evan-williams-single-barrel-2000/) - [Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2010](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-2010/) - [Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch 2010](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/four-roses-limited-edition-small-batch-2010/) - [Isle of Jura Prophecy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/isle-of-jura-prophecy/) - Nose: Fresh cut pine and campfire smoke . . . Palate: Oily yet very clean, more wood smoke than . . . Finish: Very smooth finish with just a hint of . . . - [Early Times](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/early-times/) - Nose: Woody, vanilla, peaches, and a light . . . Palate: Very smooth and lightly sweet . . . Finish: The finish is a little short and bland . . . - [Early Times 354](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/early-times-354/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, oak, a hint of pipe smoke, and . . . Palate: A little vanilla, and fruit but it's pretty bland, yet harsh, more than . . . Finish: Oak and a little tart . . . - [June Review Schedule: Old Grand Dad](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/june-review-schedule-old-grand-dad/) - [Old Grand Dad](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/old-grand-dad/) - Nose: Caramel, wildflowers, corn, and black . . . Palate: Sweet and mellow at first, then you run into a distinct rye . . . Finish: Heavy on the spicy rye . . . - [Old Grand Dad Bottled-in-Bond](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/old-grand-dad-bib/) - Nose: More oak than the 86 proof version, a little water . . . Palate: Robust. The rye kick comes out first and keeps plugging . . . Finish: Surprisingly mellow at bottle strength . . . - [Big Bottom Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/big-bottom-bourbon/) - Nose: Vanilla, caramel, fresh . . . Palate: On the tongue it's young but . . . Finish: Very hot on the finish . . . - [Wild Turkey 81](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/wild-turkey-81/) - Nose: Citrus, mint, caramel, oak, and shellac . . . Palate: A little sharp, acidic and warm, mint and caramel, rye spice and . . . Finish: Clean and malty with a lingering . . . - [Big Bottom Port Cask Finish](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/big-bottom-port-cask-finish/) - Nose: Sweet with a meaty/savory kind of . . . Palate: Dark (like 70% cacao) chocolate and dried fruit, the sweeter port . . . Finish: Smooth with just a bit of rye and oak . . . - [Old Grand Dad 114](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/old-grand-dad-114/) - Nose: Alcohol with a hint of wood, water opens up the . . . Palate: More viscous than other OGD versions and it comes . . . Finish: Surprisingly smooth on the finish even . . . - [Basil Hayden's](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/06/basil-haydens/) - Nose: Herbal, floral, and that signature Old Grand Dad . . . Palate: Vanilla, and that OGD rye spice note but in this . . . Finish: Very dry. I'm talking really dry. Dry like . . . - [Highland Park 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/highland-park-12/) - Nose: Heather, dew covered wild grass, little hints of smoke . . . Palate: The smoke and sweetness dance around each other . . . Finish: Smoky and dry. The finish seems to . . . - [Is that peat smoke wafting from the Isle of Arran?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/is-that-peat-smoke-wafting-from-the-isle-of-arran/) - [Holiday Swag Giveaway Follow Up](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/holiday-swag-giveaway-follow-up/) - [Four Roses 100th Anniversary](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/01/four-roses-100th-anniversary/) - [New U.S. Releases: January 2011](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/new-u-s-releases-january-2011/) - [February Administrative Update](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/february-administrative-update/) - [Brown-Forman goes north of the border](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/brown-forman-goes-north-of-the-border/) - [Hibiki has landed in the ATL](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/hibiki-has-landed-in-the-atl/) - [Glenfiddich 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/glenfiddich-15-year/) - [Glenfiddich 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/02/glenfiddich-18-year/) - [Drinking in Charleston](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/drinking-in-charleston/) - [New Releases - February '11](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/new-releases-february-11/) - [March Review Schedule](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/03/march-review-schedule/) - [New Releases: March '11](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/new-releases-marc-11/) - [Willett Pot Still Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/willett-pot-still-reserve/) - [How can we improve?](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/how-can-we-improve/) - [Crown Royal Black](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/crown-royal-black/) - Nose: Warmth, mild oak, and a little burnt sugar . . . Palate: Surprising sweetness on the palate like brown sugar . . . Finish: The finish starts off warm, moves toward . . . - [The Dalmore reviews are back!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/the-dalmore-reviews-are-back/) - [Dalmore 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/dalmore-15-year/) - Nose: Classic Dalmore on the nose. Rich and savory with hints of . . . Palate: Very hot on the mouth. Much more than you would expect . . . Finish: Sherry, wood, ginger, and kind . . . - [Dalmore 18 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/dalmore-18-year-old/) - Nose: Sherry heavy and not as sweet (lacking the sweet orange . . . Palate: It reminds me of southern brown gravy, the savory . . . Finish: The finish is moderately long . . . - [Dalmore MacKenzie](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/dalmore-mackenzie/) - Nose: The additional port pipe aging gives it a much richer nose . . . Palate: Oh damn that's good! Very rich with a smoky . . . Finish: Smokey, dry, oak, and . . . - [Dalmore King Alexander III](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/04/dalmore-king-alexander-iii/) - Nose: That savory sherry Dalmore quality takes a backseat to . . . Palate: Fruity and muscular with an almost bourbon like . . . Finish: Dry with a caramel . . . - [Headlong White Dog Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/headlong-white-dog-whiskey/) - Nose: Bananas, warm custard, and pina colada . . . Palate: Very clean on the palate with a peppery nuttiness . . . Finish: A little spicy heat but it's a very . . . - [Isle of Jura 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/isle-of-jura-10-year/) - Nose: Pine, salt, and compost, there is also a little fruit . . . Palate: Very delicate, it takes a while to open up . . . Finish: Mostly malt and oak with a trace . . . - [Yo ho ho and a drink with rum!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/yo-ho-ho-and-a-drink-with-rum/) - We outline four classic rum cocktails and the “official” recipes by the rum producers that make the spirit the drink was invented with. - [Canadian Club 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/canadian-club-12-year/) - Nose: The nose has a buttery sweetness that . . . Palate: It starts off mellow and sweet and then slowly . . . Finish: The finish is long and dry with . . . - [Isle of Jura 16 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/isle-of-jura-16-year/) - Nose: Fruity sweet with a little bit of . . . Palate: Orange zest, a lot of oak, and a little vanilla . . . Finish: All oak with a little salty sweetness . . . - [Isle of Jura Superstition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/05/isle-of-jura-superstition/) - Nose: A little sharper and more aggressive than . . . Palate: Jura meet Caol Ila, the delicate Jura nature is still . . . Finish: Pine, smoke, and a little salty . . . - [Jim Beam 7 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/jim-beam-7-year/) - [Knob Creek](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/knob-creek/) - Nose: Oaky and hot. Just the slightest hint of cherry . . . Palate: Cherry cough syrup, polished oak, peppery, and . . . Finish: Warm, oaky, and long . . . - [Baker's](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/bakers/) - Nose: This nose definitely needs water, I get . . . Palate: Toasted pine nuts, a huge amount of vanilla . . . Finish: Shorter than expected and . . . - [Booker's](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/bookers/) - Nose: I would expect the nose to be very hot at bottling proof . . . Palate: Oily, peppery, and hot, water sweetens the pot and . . . Finish: Hot and lingering, water makes . . . - [Kirkland's Signature Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/kirklands-signature-bourbon/) - Nose: A little musty with hints of cherries . . . Palate: Very sweet and peppery with a lot of oak, it gets . . . Finish: Very dry on the finish with a good bit of . . . - [Highland Park 1998](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/highland-park-1998/) - Nose: Herbaceous and a little sweet . . . Palate: Smoky, nutty, and vanilla sweetness . . . Finish: Smoky and a little spicy . . . - [Highland Park 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/highland-park-15-year/) - Nose: Savory and sweet play back on forth over the . . . Palate: Very easily drinkable. Honey and floral sweetness . . . Finish: A little briny, peat, floral smoke, and a . . . - [Highland Park 1994](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/highland-park-1994/) - Nose: Rich and welcoming like fresh baked monkey bread . . . Palate: Much sweeter than anticipated. Rich and smokey . . . Finish: Slow...very slow. The oak and smoke . . . - [Highland Park 16 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/highland-park-16-year/) - Nose: Much more earthy and sherried than the . . . Palate: Not nearly as sweet as the 1994. Smokey and herbal/vegetal . . . Finish: Dry. Again very little in common . . . - [Highland Park 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/highland-park-18-year/) - Nose: Dark fruit, sherry, polished oak, heather . . . Palate: Smokey, rich, kind of oily, sweet and salty playing . . . Finish: Warm, peaty, a little spicy, and hotter . . . - [Through the Drinking Glass](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/through-the-drinking-glass/) - Our thoughts on glassware for enjoying whisk(e)y. - [Highland Park 25 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/07/highland-park-25-year/) - Nose: Lots of sherry, heather, cherries, and oak, it's fruitier . . . Palate: Rich, heavy on sherry and oak but not "too oaky" . . . Finish: Very smooth and dry with a little . . . - [Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/dalmore-cigar-malt-reserve/) - Nose: Sherry, orange, and a consistent savory note that . . . Palate: Sweet, nutty, and a little spicy on the back . . . Finish: That nuttiness from the palate really lingers . . . - [Bushmills Irish Whiskey 1608 Anniversary Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/03/bushmills-1608/) - Nose: Honey, fresh cut grass, dry autumn leaves, sherry notes . . . Palate: It's very nutty and I also get notes of very high . . . Finish: Cracked black pepper and an almost . . . - [Bushmills Single Malt Irish Whiskey Aged 10 Years](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/03/bushmills-10-year-old/) - Nose: This one is light and floral, there is also an odd . . . Palate: It's kind of light and spicy with a . . . Finish: Delicate, smooth, and slightly creamy . . . - [Bushmills Black Bush Special Old Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/03/black-bush/) - Nose: The nose is very rich, it reminds me of sherry drizzled . . . Palate: It's more delicate and viscous than I would've expected . . . Finish: This is my least favorite part . . . - [Midleton Very Rare](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/03/midleton-very-rare/) - Nose: Major floral notes, honey and canned pears . . . Palate: Easily one of the smoothest things I've ever drank, fresh cream . . . Finish: Light, creamy, and moderately . . . - [Five napkins, four roses, three bourbons, two guys, and one master distiller](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/04/five-napkins-four-roses-three-bourbons-two-guys-and-one-master-distiller/) - On Wednesday, March 14th 2012 I attended a private lunch at Five Napkin Burger in Midtown Atlanta with Jim Rutledge, Master Distiller for Four Roses. Here's a recap! - [Extravaganza 2012 Recap](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/04/extravaganza-2012-recap/) - Our recap of the 2012 Atlanta Single Malt and Scotch Whisky Extravaganza. - [Sazerac 18 Year 2009 Release](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/04/sazerac-18-year-2009-release/) - Nose: Rich sweet orange marmalade, lots of vanilla and . . . Palate: A delicious aged rye with the refined complexity of . . . Finish: Old oak furniture, antique leather bound . . . - [Innis & Gunn Irish Cask](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/05/innis-gunn-irish-cask/) - Nose: Rich, malty, a little nutty . . . Palate: Chocolate sweetness like a dark chocolate of . . . Finish: Fresh warm rye bread, the aftertaste of fine . . . - [Booker's 2022-01 "Ronnie's Batch"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2022/07/bookers-2022-01-ronnies-batch/) - Nose: Musty oak rickhouse, salted caramel, dark... Palate: Vanilla, chocolate fudge, caramel, peanuts, cinnamon... Finish: Moderately long, damp with oak... - [Pierre Ferrand Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/pierre-ferrand-reserve/) - Nose: The nose is very sweet and floral, in the same vein as . . . Palate: Honey sweetness and lots of orchard fruit present . . . Finish: The finish is incredibly sweet, like . . . - [Duty Free & Travel Retail Shopping](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/duty-free-travel-retail-shopping/) - Have an international trip coming up and looking for thoughts on whisky shopping? Here are some tips. - [Germain-Robin Brandy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/germain-robin-brandy/) - Nose: This one is fruitier and a little less floral than . . . Palate: Light, delicate, grassy, not overly sweet. It's very . . . Finish: The finish is a little musty, not too . . . - [Old Scout Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/old-scout-bourbon/) - Nose: Water opens the nose up to orange zest, cinnamon, vanilla . . . Palate: You can definitely taste the spicy high rye content . . . Finish: Leaves you with a mildly sweet . . . - [Parker's Heritage Collection Fourth Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/12/parkers-heritage-collection-fourth-edition/) - Nose: You'll need to tame this 127 proof monster with . . . Palate: It's sweet and smooth in the mouth with lots of vanilla . . . Finish: The finish is clean, smooth, and . . . - [Four Roses 2011 Limited Edition Small Batch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/12/four-roses-2011-limited-edition-small-batch/) - Nose: Wow! The nose on this is amazing. It's rich and . . . Palate: There's a smack of spicy rye on the palate. Water opens up . . . Finish: Oak stands out on the finish . . . - [Stocking the Whiskey Bar](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/12/stocking-the-whiskey-bar/) - Richard's advise on stocking a home whiskey bar for yourself and guests. Help with questions like: How many bottles should I plan on? How much should I plan to spend? - [Let's have some fun with blends](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/12/lets-have-some-fun-with-blends/) - Thoughts on exposing single-malt snob friends to blended Scotch whisky. - [Parker's Heritage Collection Fifth Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/12/parkers-heritage-collection-fifth-edition/) - Nose: Toffee and oatmeal come to mind, also base hint of . . . Palate: The palate is rich and creamy, flavors of light . . . Finish: Oak, leather, and a hint of smokiness . . . - [Evan Williams Single Barrel 2001](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/12/evan-williams-single-barrel-2001/) - Nose: This nose is a little more robust than recent vintages . . . Palate: The palate is much richer and bolder, a ton of . . . Finish: The finish is very woody and reminds me of . . . - [Old Forester Birthday Bourbon 2011](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/01/old-forester-birthday-bourbon-2011/) - Nose: This year's release is very "smack you in the face" spicy . . . Palate: The palate on this one isn't as nice as the nose . . . Finish: The finish is hot, oaky, and a little . . . - [Four Roses Limited Edition Single Barrel 2011](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/01/four-roses-limited-edition-single-barrel-2011/) - Nose: This one is a little too aggressive out of the bottle to get . . . Palate: Lightly sweet, tart granny smith apples, cinnamon . . . Finish: Hershey's cocoa powder, cinnamon . . . - [National Rum Day](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/national-rum-day/) - Did you know that August 16th is National Rum Day? Here are some recipes to celebrate! - [SMWSA Cask 76.84](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/smwsa-cask-76-84/) - Nose: Lovely, lovely nose. Ripe berries, treacle tarts, and spearmint . . . Palate: Delicious sherry sweetness. Black pepper . . . Finish: Fresh cracked pepper, polished oak . . . - [SMSWA Cask 39.83](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/smswa-cask-39-83/) - Nose: Floral with almond scented Italian shaving soaps . . . Palate: Creamy mouth feel with a light honey sweetness . . . Finish: Out of the barrel the finish is clean and . . . - [SMSWA Cask 4.153](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/smswa-cask-4-153/) - Nose: Delicate and slightly herbal with a wisp of sherry . . . Palate: Rich, creamy, sweet milk chocolate covered caramels . . . Finish: The palate quickly fades to wood smoke . . . - [SMWSA Cask 53.157](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/smwsa-cask-53-157/) - Nose: Briney sherry sweet with notes of fresh . . . Palate: Juicy ripe red fruit and very hot with doses of brown . . . Finish: Brine and black peppercorns that fades to dry oak . . . - [Isle of Arran Devil's Punch Bowl](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/isle-of-arran-devils-punch-bowl/) - Nose: Out of the bottle it's sherry, heather, and herbal . . . Palate: Clean and mildly oaked. Water mellows it even further . . . Finish: The finish dries quickly leaving . . . - [SMSWA Cask 2.81](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/smswa-cask-2-81/) - Nose: This one noses somewhere between . . . Palate: Rich, dark, and chewy like a plum and raspberry Starburst . . . Finish: The finish is a little hot out of the barrel with . . . - [SMSWA Cask 125.48](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/2406/) - Nose: Musty black tea like what's left in a Tetley box after . . . Palate: Caramel, British Mars bars, and toffee, water brings . . . Finish: The finish without water is hot and . . . - [Larceny](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/larceny/) - Nose: Cherries...lots of cherries and vanilla. Cherry Vanilla . . . Palate: Vanilla, a nice oak char, rich, and slightly . . . Finish: Butterscotch and dry oak with hints of . . . - [SMWSA Cask 23.72](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/smwsa-cask-23-72/) - Nose: Fresh cut pine, sherry, and brined rose petals . . . Palate: Sherry, candied apples, pepper vinegar barbeque sauce . . . Finish: The finish needs the water that the . . . - [SMWSA Cask G1.8](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/smwsa-cask-g1-8/) - Nose: Rum soaked golden raisins, pears, fresh ginger . . . Palate: Old pot coffee, navel oranges, liquorice, and . . . Finish: Water or no water....this is a hot finish . . . - [Angel's Envy](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/angels-envy/) - Nose: Buttery toffee, caramel, and wildflower . . . Palate: Delicately sweet. Vanilla and cinnamon stand out with . . . Finish: Well balanced. A little wood spice interplays . . . - [Old Crow](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/old-crow/) - Nose: Rubbing alcohol, moldy flowers, and wet dog . . . Palate: Harsh, a little sweet, and did I mention harsh? Better . . . Finish: I wish this didn't stick around as . . . - [Jim Beam Devil's Cut](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/08/jim-beam-devils-cut/) - Nose: Initially it's very sharp, tannic, and alcoholic . . . Palate: The cherry sweetness of Jim Beam is in the back lurking . . . Finish: It's all smoke and wood on . . . - [Buffalo Trace Millennium Auction](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/09/buffalo-trace-millennium-auction/) - Would you like the chance to get a little piece of whiskey history and donate to a good cause? Here's your chance. A silent bid charity auction has started for bottle number 93 of the Buffalo Trace Millennium Barrel. - [Buffalo Trace](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/09/buffalo-trace/) - Nose: Fruity sweetness, cereal notes of corn, cherry blossoms . . . Palate: Smooth, measured, and flavorful, creamy, vanilla, and . . . Finish: Dry. It fades away slow and . . . - [Bulleit Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/09/bulleit-bourbon/) - Nose: Maple syrup, citrus, and sweet vanilla . . . Palate: Very rich with honey and vanilla notes, citrus and . . . Finish: Woody, smoky, and something that . . . - [New U.S. Releases - September 2011](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/new-u-s-releases-october-2011/) - [It will be a sweet October...](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/it-will-be-a-sweet-october/) - [Red Stag](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/red-stag/) - Nose: It smells like saltwater taffy floating in generic . . . Palate: Luden's cough drops (you know the ones in the white box . . . Finish: It's like cherry . . . - [Thankfully I'm Not a Horse](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/thankfully-im-not-a-horse/) - [Evan Williams Cherry Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/evan-williams-cherry-reserve/) - Nose: Luden's cherry cough drops floating in . . . Palate: Cloyingly sweet, cherry Nyquil comes to mind . . . Finish: That sickly sweet taste hangs around for almost a minute . . . - [Wild Turkey American Honey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/wild-turkey-american-honey/) - Nose: Surprisingly alcoholic on the nose, much more than . . . Palate: Very viscous and sweet, the sweetness is more cane sugar . . . Finish: One of the shorter finishes . . . - [Mackinlay's Rare Old Highland Malt](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/mackinlays-rare-old-highland-malt/) - Nose: Lightly smokey, fresh and citrusy, reminds me of the smell of . . . Palate: Lightly sweet and very delicate, rather fruity and . . . Finish: Surprising peaty smokey little . . . - [Southern Comfort Fiery Pepper](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/10/southern-comfort-fiery-pepper/) - Nose: The nose on the puppy is all hot . . . Palate: The palate is like a milder version of Southern Comfort . . . Finish: There are little traces of sweetness but . . . - [A change of pace for November](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/a-change-of-pace-for-november/) - As a nice change of pace for November we'll be posting brandy reviews as our Friday highlighted reviews of the month. - [Pierre Ferrand Ambre](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/pierre-ferrand-ambre/) - Nose: Almond cookies, roses, and fruit blossoms, like . . . Palate: The palate is a little more muted than I expected . . . Finish: The finish is a little tart and . . . - [More Information on Old Scout](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2011/11/more-information-on-old-scout/) - [Michter's American Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/01/michters-american-whiskey/) - Nose: Rice crispy treats, those candied nuts you get from . . . Palate: Asparagus, unsalted butter, a little vanilla, and a little . . . Finish: There's more oak than anything else with . . . - [Corked](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/01/corked/) - My thoughts on corks for whisk(e)y enclosures . . . - [Michter's Small Batch Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/01/michters-small-batch-bourbon/) - Nose: Out of the bottle I get vanilla beans, caramel, and . . . Palate: Pleasantly sweet but not as sweet as the nose, a little . . . Finish: Like their American Whiskey the finish . . . - [Running Late Again](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/01/running-late-again/) - [Macallan Whisky Maker's Selection](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/01/macallan-whisky-makers-selection/) - Nose: This one is very green and cereal in nature, bread, grains . . . Palate: It's very viscous and there's a sweet and bitter interplay that . . . Finish: Dry, hot, and a little . . . - [Macallan Elegancia](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/02/macallan-elegancia/) - Nose: Lots of oranges and candied nuts, side-by-side with . . . Palate: The palate is much more reserved and a little less sweet . . . Finish: This dram is very short and . . . - [Woodford Reserve Double Oaked](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/02/woodford-reserve-double-oaked/) - Nose: This reminds me of snickerdoodles with vanilla ice . . . Palate: Holy crap that's good! It's like Woodford taken to the next . . . Finish: Golden delicious and granny smith . . . - [Glenfiddich Cask of Dreams](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/02/glenfiddich-cask-of-dreams/) - Nose: Vanilla and a malty, grainy note, water opens up a much . . . Palate: Very, very rich, there is a nice cinnamon tinged oak . . . Finish: At bottle strength the finish gives . . . - [Macallan 10 Year Fine Oak](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/02/macallan-10-year-fine-oak/) - Nose: Grassy, yeasty, and lightly sweet like fresh baked yeast . . . Palate: Fruity sweet with a delicate creaminess . . . Finish: The finish on this dram feels very . . . - [Macallan 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/02/macallan-10-year/) - Nose: A bit of sherry but more subdued (as expected) . . . Palate: Just as cream as the Fine Oak but not as sweet, there is . . . Finish: Very long, compared to the Fine Oak . . . - [New U.S. Releases - February 2012](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/02/new-u-s-releases-february-2012/) - [March Reviews and Other News](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/03/march-reviews-and-other-news/) - [Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/03/redbreast-12-year-old-cask-strength/) - Nose: Fig newtons, bananas foster, and candied caramel apples . . . Palate: Oily and spicy in the mouth with a little lime zest . . . Finish: Spicy and grainy initially . . . - [Distillery Tour: The Old Jameson Distillery](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/07/distillery-guide-the-old-jameson-distillery/) - Our notes from visiting the Old Jameson Distillery on Bow Street in May 2012. - [The Irish Are Coming!](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/06/the-irish-are-coming/) - [Jameson Signature Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/06/jameson-signature-reserve/) - Nose: Apples, pears, southern ambrosia lay the . . . Palate: Sweetness reminiscent of orange blossom honey . . . Finish: There is more oak than usual for Jameson . . . - [Whiskey Shopping in Ireland (2012)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/06/whiskey-shopping-in-ireland/) - Observations and thoughts on whiskey shopping in Ireland (at least for US visitors). - [Jameson Select Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/06/jameson-select-reserve/) - Nose: Creamy and lightly sherried with lots of . . . Palate: A richer mouth feel than regular Jameson, a little sweet . . . Finish: Hot and woody at first, bits of mint . . . - [Innis & Gunn Independence Day 2012](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/07/innis-gunn-independence-day-2012/) - Nose: Malty and fruity. It has some of that classic oak . . . Palate: A round creamy vanilla sweetness jumps in . . . Finish: A little fruity sweetness balances with oak . . . - [Four Roses 2012 Limited Edition Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/07/four-roses-2012-limited-edition-single-barrel/) - Nose: Burnt caramel, honeysuckle, butter cookies, and rye . . . Palate: Brown sugar and rye spice, this bottle has a . . . Finish: It's 52.5% ABV out of the bottle so . . . - [Spicebox](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/07/spicebox/) - Nose: Hello vanilla! There are little butterscotch floating in . . . Palate: More vanilla and warm cinnamon spiced . . . Finish: One last quick sweet vanilla drop before . . . - [Southern Comfort Bold Black Cherry](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/07/southern-comfort-bold-black-cherry/) - Nose: Classic SoCo with a black cherry Halls cough drop . . . Palate: Creamy, rich, and very sweet. It's classic SoCo (cherries, vanilla . . . Finish: Short and sweet . . . - [Whisk(e)y Apostle Goings On](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/whiskey-apostle-goings-on/) - [SMWSA Cask No. 3.182](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/smwsa-cask-no-3-182/) - Nose: Ooooh creamy smokey yummy. Smoked bacon and ripe . . . Palate: Sweet and spicy at first. Lots of honey. The spice is driving . . . Finish: The finish plays out slow to a . . . - [SMWSA Cask No. 24.122](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/smwsa-cask-no-24-122/) - Nose: Dried fruit, vanilla, fennel seed, cherry, oak, cinnamon . . . Palate: It's orange zest sweet and light. It kind . . . Finish: The finish is mildly woody with helpings of . . . - [SMWSA Cask No. 7.69](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/smwsa-cask-no-7-69/) - Nose: Cherry ice cream, apple turnovers, cinnamon . . . Palate: The dry chardonnay of single malts? The palate is very . . . Finish: The finish is where the dryness really gets . . . - [SMWSA Cask No. 30.68](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/08/smwsa-cask-no-30-68/) - Nose: At first it's all seaweed, brine and salt water swimming . . . Palate: Creamy and rich but very hot out of the bottle . . . Finish: The finish is long and hot. Water mellows. . . - [Parker's Heritage Collection Second Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/09/parkers-heritage-collection-second-edition/) - Nose: Ripe plums, toasted oak, caramel, toffee, vanilla, and . . . Palate: More vanilla, oak, with old leather and cinnamon . . . Finish: Rich, leathery, fiery, meaty, tobacco . . . - [Martin Miller's Gin](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/martin-millers-gin/) - Nose: Herbaceous in a bubbly sort of way, juniper, jasmine . . . Palate: Sweet, slightly bitter, and peppery with classic . . . Finish: Medium length with a clean juniper . . . - [Distillery Tour: Old Kilbeggan Distillery](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/distillery-trip-old-kilbeggan-distillery/) - Notes on our tour of the Old Kilbeggan Distillery - [Kilbeggan Distillery Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/kilbeggan-distillery-reserve/) - Nose: Lots of honey and malt play with something similar to . . . Palate: This spirit is clean, light and floral with a little . . . Finish: The finish shows the heat of . . . - [Onyx Moonshine](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/onyx-moonshine/) - Nose: Surprisingly un-vodka like, very bourbon-ish with a hint . . . Palate: The palate is almost scotch like in it's floral notes . . . Finish: The finish has just a little pepper . . . - [SMWSA Cask 26.84](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/smwsa-cask-26-84/) - Nose: Lovely notes of heather, wild grass and fresh pine . . . Palate: Ooh that's lovely. Honey, vanilla, and wildflowers . . . Finish: The finish is long, lightly peated . . . - [SMWSA Cask 85.23](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/smwsa-cask-85-23/) - Nose: Butterscotch and sherry jump way out and overshadow . . . Palate: Sweet like dark corn syrup with nutty bread pudding . . . Finish: Wood sticks to the back of the tongue . . . - [SMWSA Cask 5.35](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/smwsa-cask-5-35/) - Nose: Green apples, limoncello, apricots, blood oranges . . . Palate:Much more mellow than the nose would lead you to believe . . . Finish: Warming and spicy at the edge of the tongue . . . - [SMWSA Cask 33.113](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/10/smwsa-cask-33-113/) - Nose: Brine, iodine, hints of canned cherry pie filling . . . Palate: Light, green, and smokey, the high alcohol content leaves a . . . Finish: Bitter and dry . . . - [Parker's Heritage Promise of Hope](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/01/parkers-heritage-promise-of-hope/) - Nose: Pipe tobacco, old leather, caramel apples, dusty old books . . . Palate: Caramels, vanilla cream, viscous and . . . Finish: Hot, in your face, and no nonsense . . . - [Parker's Heritage Golden Anniversary](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/02/parkers-heritage-golden-anniversary/) - Nose: Honey drizzled fruits, vanilla extract, hints of . . . Palate: Banana's Foster, caramel ice cream,polished . . . Finish: Long and lingering with wood . . . - [SMWS Cask 48.29](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/02/smws-cask-48-29/) - Nose: Honey and Greek yogurt, vanilla, and herbal . . . Palate: Chewy and mildly sweet, lovely flavor and mouth feel . . . Finish: Clean and very short, there is a quick . . . - [SMWS Cask 93.47](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/03/smws-cask-93-47/) - Nose: Briny delight. Kind of reminds me of nori . . . Palate: There is a little more of that salty brine, very nutty . . . Finish: This finish clings to the tongue forever, tar . . . - [2 Gingers](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/03/2-gingers/) - Nose: Out of the bottle there is a heavy malty/hoppy . . . Palate: Light with hints of honey and vanilla almond . . . Finish: The finish is a little raw and the place . . . - [Powers Special Reserve 12 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/03/powers-special-reserve-12-year/) - Nose: The nose is light and floral but . . . Palate: The whiskey is creamy and . . . Finish: This is very dry with surprising . . . - [Bushmills 16 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/03/bushmills-16-year/) - Nose: It starts out abrupt, a little meaty, grainy with a . . . Palate: The flavor is clean, mellow, and inoffensive, I get . . . Finish: It comes on delicate and . . . - [SMWS Cask 125.51](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/smws-cask-125-51/) - Nose: A little vanilla custard comes through but it's very . . . Palate: Much sweeter than the nose would foretell, cream cheese danishes . . . Finish: Hot peppered wood out . . . - [SMWS Cask G9.1](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/smws-cask-g9-1/) - Nose: Brown butter, marzipan, and fresh baked scones . . . Palate: Ooooh yum! At only 11 years this is one tasty grain . . . Finish: Dry with lots of fresh cut raw wood . . . - [SMWS Cask 3.184](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/smws-cask-3-184/) - Nose: A very nice brined smokiness and Big Red chewing gum . . . Palate: Smoky, honey sweetness, a little vanilla, and . . . Finish: Old polished wood furniture, water tames . . . - [Parker's Heritage Blend of Mashbills](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/parkers-heritage-blend-of-mashbills/) - Nose: Shortbread cookies, honey glazed ham, honeysuckle . . . Palate: Caramel crisps, cinnamon, and a sweetness that starts off very . . . Finish: White pepper, mint, and . . . - [Black Maple Hill Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/02/black-maple-hill-bourbon/) - Nose: Cherries, lavender, oranges, vanilla, fresh cut . . . Palate: This is very chewy with an interesting interplay of tart and . . . Finish: A little hot and very woody . . . - [Concannon Irish Whiskey](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/03/concannon-irish-whiskey/) - Nose: Malty, buttery and clean with a hint of fresh . . . Palate: Grassy, and herbaceous, dry with a slightly sharp . . . Finish: Clean, crisp, and slightly dry . . . - [Powers John's Lane](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/04/powers-johns-lane/) - Nose: Warm and inviting. Brown butter . . . Palate: Spicier than a normal Irish dram . . . Finish: Long, dry, and . . . - [Russell's Reserve Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/04/russells-reserve-single-barrel/) - Nose: Honeysuckle and butter cookies . . . Palate: Lots of cinnamon, vanilla, and buttery sweet without being . . . Finish: A little wood and black pepper heat on the . . . - [Rare Breed](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/04/rare-breed/) - Nose: Fresh yeast bread dough, cinnamon, orange blossoms . . . Palate: More pepper, roasted nuts, tobacco, and . . . Finish: Dark chocolate, cocoa powder, heavy cigar tobacco . . . - [Wild Turkey 101](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/04/wild-turkey-101/) - Nose: Sweet caramel, vanilla extract, and honeysuckles begin . . . Palate: Straight forward bourbon goodness, vanilla, oak, and . . . Finish: Heavy on the wood and an interesting . . . - [Evan Williams Single Barrel 2004](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/07/evan-williams-single-barrel-2004/) - Nose: Cinnamon, burnt sugar, and a mildly . . . Palate: Slightly more aggressive on the tongue than last year's . . . Finish: Leather, wood, and a bit of . . . - [Elijah Craig 20 Year Old](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/07/elijah-craig-20-year-old/) - Nose: Vanilla, tobacco, a little anisette, and old . . . Palate: Creme brulee, orange blossom honey, vanilla . . . Finish: A mix of black and white pepper, pipe . . . - [Faultline Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/07/faultline-bourbon/) - Nose: Big Red chewing gum and danish butter cookies . . . Palate: Seriously rye forward with a heavy dose of butter . . . Finish: Black pepper, mint, and a nice . . . - [Cragganmore 23 Year (K&L Wine)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/08/cragganmore-23-year-kl-wine/) - Nose: Heather, vanilla wafers, lavender honey, and . . . Palate: Damn! This is amazing. Sherry, vanilla cream, stone fruits . . . Finish: Not too much oak, just a . . . - [Longmorn 21 Year (K&L Wine)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/08/longmorn-21-year-kl-wine/) - Nose: Dark berries, stewed prunes and raisins, and treacle . . . Palate: Rich, mouth coating, and unctuous; herbal, floral, and fruity . . . Finish: There's very little wood . . . - [Laphroaig Select](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/08/laphroaig-select/) - Nose: A little of the Laphroaig brine and smoke but . . . Palate: Very sweet, like an Islay with training wheels; lighter . . . Finish: Iodine, raisins, a little smoke . . . - [Distillery Tour: Lazy Guy Distillery](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/distillery-tour-lazy-guy-distillery/) - Notes on our tour of Lazy Guy Distillery in Kennesaw, GA in 2014 - [Barterhouse](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/barterhouse/) - Nose: Warm vanilla cream and caramel with the wood and cinnamon . . . Palate: A nice creaminess to the mouth, burnt vanilla beans . . . Finish: Heavy on the wood but . . . - [Rhetoric 20 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/rhetoric-20-year/) - Nose: Notes of vanilla, orange marmalade, wood sap, and . . . Palate: Dry yet creamy at the same time, very weird . . . Finish: Heavy oak and a dry tannic finish . . . - [Four Roses 2013 Limited Edition Small Batch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/four-roses-2013-limited-edition-small-batch/) - Nose: Stewed cherries, sharp vanilla, and a stiff . . . Palate: Cocoa powder, vanilla cream, stone fruits, musty old . . . Finish: Luden's cough drops and a dry oak . . . - [Four Roses Private Selections](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/four-roses-private-selections/) - Richard shares thoughts on Four Roses Private Selections (aka private store barrel picks, private picks, etc) - [Four Roses 2014 Limited Edition Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/four-roses-2014-limited-edition-single-barrel/) - Nose: Interesting spicy nose. Not peppery but more . . . Palate: It pops with notes of a cherry crisp with cinnamon . . . Finish: Oak, bananas, and lots of cocoa . . . - [Four Roses OESO](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/four-roses-oeso/) - Nose: Creamy caramel, orange marmalade, crushed mint . . . Palate: Chewy cherries jubilee, Mint Juleps, vanilla greek . . . Finish: More crushed mint with a mild . . . - [Four Roses Single Barrel (OBSV)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/09/four-roses-obsv/) - Nose: Burnt caramel, vanilla, and fresh . . . Palate: A nice rye spiciness of black & red pepper; vanilla nougat . . . Finish: An oak finish of extreme length with . . . - [SMWSA Cask 16.32](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/smwsa-cask-16-32/) - Nose: Buttered breakfast breads, slightly smoky and acidic . . . Palate: Hello baby! Syrupy, rich, sweet, and mouth coating . . . Finish: Old leather, tobacco, and coffee . . . - [SMWSA Cask No 25.63](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/smwsa-cask-no-25-63/) - Nose: Green grass, orchards in bloom, and poached pears . . . Palate: Really sweet like pear preserves my grandmother used to make. . . . Finish: Nothing too remarkable but . . . - [SMWSA Cask 106.18](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/smwsa-cask-106-18/) - Nose: Butterscotch quickly fading to sherry, pine pitch, and . . . Palate: Woody and floral with buttery sweetness on the way the out . . . Finish: Heavy handed with the wood . . . - [SMWSA Cask 128.3](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/smwsa-cask-128-3/) - Nose: Delicate and coy. Brandy, fruit blossoms, and something . . . Palate: Vanilla milk and a sweet woody flavor, water leaves . . . Finish: Dry and tart. Water juices up the . . . - [SMWSA Cask 129.1](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/smwsa-cask-129-1/) - Nose: Camp fires, roasted meats, and a peat heavy on heather and . . . Palate: Salty and medicinal. Water doesn’t do much . . . Finish: Hot, chewy, and over brined out of . . . - [Innis & Gunn Winter Beer 2012](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/innis-gunn-winter-beer-2012/) - Nose: Mmmm, beery. Seriously though, I'm getting yeast . . . Palate: Prickly to start but quickly settling into light wood . . . Finish: This is where I'm getting the molasses . . . - [SMWSA Cask 9.62](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/smwsa-cask-9-62/) - Nose: Out of the bottle that is a seriously hot nose. It's hard to . . . Palate: Bitter and vegetal, water improves it a lot and leaves me . . . Finish: Damn the finish is as hot as the nose . . . - [SMSWA Cask 42.10](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/11/smswa-cask-42-10/) - Nose: Very hot on the alcohol but tasty savory note sneak through . . . Palate: Dried out old chocolates (think holiday candy . . . Finish: Sucking on wooden toothpicks dusted . . . - [SMWSA Cask 27.97](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/12/smwsa-cask-27-97/) - Nose: Wispy smoke, compost, vanilla toffee sweetness, and . . . Palate: Rich, sweet, and mouth coating, odd hints of grape . . . Finish: Tannic and dry, it settles into leather . . . - [SMWSA Cask G2.2](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/12/smwsa-cask-g2-2/) - Nose: Astringent and antiseptic opening to hayrides and hints of . . . Palate: Buttery sweet with light vegetal, herbal, and floral traces . . . Finish: Dry, clean, and . . . - [SMWSA Cask 29.104](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/12/smwsa-cask-29-104/) - Nose: Burnt rubber and iodine with hints of peat, there's also a . . . Palate: A quick hit of sweetness from dried fruits that . . . Finish: Refreshingly smoky? A peat smoke breath . . . - [Evan Williams Single Barrel 2002](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2012/12/evan-williams-single-barrel-2002/) - Nose: A grab bag of vanilla and dulce de leche cream candies . . . Palate: Mild and terribly drinkable. Subtle sweetness and spiciness . . . Finish: Medium length and a bit dry . . . - [2nd Best Reason for Hiatus](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/2nd-best-reason-for-hiatus/) - [Four Roses 2012 Small Batch Limited Edition](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/four-roses-2011-limited-edition-small-batch-2/) - Nose: Big hits of vanilla and cinnamon with a citrus back . . . Palate: More citrus in the mouth followed by dark chocolate, caramel, and . . . Finish: Long on oak and aged tobacco . . . - [SMWS Cask 48.26](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/01/smws-cask-48-26/) - Nose: Cherry hard candies, heather, and sauteed . . . Palate: Lightly sweet reminding me of mixed berries followed by a pinch of . . . Finish: Black pepper and old . . . - [Chivas Royal Salute 21 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/chivas-royal-salute-21-year/) - Nose: Sherry sweetness, malted barley, heather, vanilla... Palate: There's the slightest smokiness, a little... Finish: Oak at first but it smooths out... - [Dewar's Signature](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/dewars-signature/) - Nose: Oranges, smoke, wet hay, floral notes, and . . . Palate: Rich, creamy, and welcoming, more vanilla, caramel . . . Finish: Heavy on the pepper, spice and . . . - [Jack Daniel's Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/05/jack-daniels-single-barrel/) - Nose: Caramel, vanilla, oak and peanut butter . . . Palate: Richer and creamier than regular Jack by far, more vanilla . . . Finish: A little more heat on the . . . - [George Dickel Barrel Select](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/06/george-dickel-barrel-select/) - Nose: Corn and vanilla syrup . . . Palate: Candy corns, heavy vanilla extract, mellow oak, and . . . Finish: More aggressive on the finish than anywhere else; heavy on . . . - [Thomas H. Handy Rye 2009](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/08/thomas-h-handy-rye-2009/) - Nose: Licorice, mint, melons, and brown sugar . . . Palate: Rich and sweet with lots of oranges, vanilla, and . . . Finish: Fire water out the bottle and with . . . - [Ron del Barrilito "Three Star"](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/08/ron-del-barrilito-three-star/) - Nose: Rich molasses, brown sugar cookies, slightly smokey . . . Palate: Chewy with a lovely mouth feel. Creamy, mellow sweetness . . . Finish: Warm, slightly bitter but not . . . - [Sea Wynde Rum](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/08/sea-wynde-rum/) - Nose: Fruity, creamy, dark fruits, and . . . Palate: Much less sweet than the nose would portray . . . Finish: Dry, sharp and hot . . . - [Wild Turkey Rye 101](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/04/wild-turkey-rye-101/) - Nose: Out of the bottle the nose is pretty quiet . . . Palate: Pepper and raw vanilla extract poured over wood staves . . . Finish: Long slow oak. Teh rye mint note clings . . . - [Compass Box Great King Street New York Blend](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/compass-box-great-king-street-new-york-blend/) - Nose: Big doses of peat and sherry . . . Palate: Surprising sweet punch up front, sherry, ripe stone . . . Finish: A nice slow smokiness playing . . . - [Ron Burgundy Scotch](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/ron-burgundy-scotch/) - Nose: A hint of sherry and wet dog . . . Palate: A little too sweet with a medicinal . . . Finish: Short and . . . - [Glenlivet XXV](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/05/glenlivet-xxv/) - Nose: Burnt sugar, candied orange zest, and . . . Palate: Very smooth and elegant, aged like a refined . . . Finish: The finish is nice. This is where the sherry . . . - [Laphroaig 10 Year Cask Strength](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/laphroaig-10-year-cask-strength/) - Nose: Oozing with fresh sea air, peat smoke . . . Palate: Nice initial toffee sweetness laying into a light . . . Finish: Heavy on the peat with light pepper notes . . . - [Laphroaig Quarter Cask](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/laphroaig-quarter-cask/) - Nose: This is a campfire the next morning after it has died down . . . Palate: Very creamy, the 48% ABV seems to . . . Finish: A little hot and rustic, spicy with . . . - [Laphroaig Triple Wood](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/laphroaig-triple-wood/) - Nose: The sherry cask finishing almost destroys . . . Palate: Oily and viscous in all the right ways, the sweetness . . . Finish: A rich, slow, but persistent fade . . . - [Laphroaig 15 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/laphroaig-15-year/) - Nose: Much lighter brine and smoke notes . . . Palate: Unseasoned seaweed chips with just a mild hint of sweetness . . . Finish: Long and dry, an old wood . . . - [Laphroaig 18 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/laphroaig-18-year/) - Nose: Light on the peat, hints of sherry, more fruity, and . . . Palate: Creamy, with a nice initial smokiness, the floral sweetness . . . Finish: Long and spicy . . . - [Macallan Select Oak](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/macallan-select-oak/) - Nose: Rich sherry with a bit of vanilla cream and treacle... Palate: Creamy with a cinnamon vanilla sweetness... Finish: The sherry is heavier on the finish... - [Macallan 15 Year Fine Oak](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/macallan-15-year-fine-oak/) - Nose: A much lighter expression of middle aged Macallan . . . Palate: Sweet citrus richness again playing with a sherry . . . Finish: Dry and mellow with a . . . - [Russell's Reserve 10 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/russells-reserve-10-year/) - Nose: Creamy, buttery toffee lies behind that initial . . . Palate: More toffee on the palate but it takes a little bit to . . . Finish: Leather, raw wood, and more . . . - [Johnnie Walker The Spice Road](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/06/johnnie-walker-the-spice-road/) - Nose: Surprisingly light on the nose with . . . Palate: Tropical fruit drizzled in vanilla cream with . . . Finish: Relatively short. There's an initial . . . - [SMWS Cask 93.61](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/02/smws-cask-93-61/) - Nose: The smoky and savory are close dance partners with . . . Palate: Rich and viscous, that confectionery sweetness . . . Finish: It leaves you with a . . . - [George Dickel Hand Selected Barrel - 9 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/george-dickel-hand-selected-barrel-9-year/) - Nose: After nine years it is starting to smell more bourbony . . . Palate: It's a more viscous mouthfeel with a creamy sweetness like . . . Finish: Dry wood with . . . - [Redbreast 21 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/redbreast-21-year/) - Nose: Weird first niff of spearmint and . . . Palate: Spicy with a rich stewed . . . Finish: It finishes very cereal like with . . . - [Bushmills 21 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/bushmills-21-year/) - Nose: Nutty and spiciness with a toffee back note . . . Palate: Rich with a lovely depth. The dried stone fruit notes play . . . Finish: Herbal with a large . . . - [Balblair 2003](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/balblair-2003/) - Nose: Floral,fruity, slightly herbal with hints of . . . Palate: A lovely light honey sweetness with a viscous creamy mouthfeel . . . Finish: A little bland and . . . - [Balblair 1999](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/balblair-1999/) - Nose: Fruit cake drizzled with a sherry reduction . . . Palate: Rich, spicy, sherry, and honey sweet with layers of . . . Finish: Woody, dry, and tannic . . . - [Balblair 1990](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/balblair-1990/) - Nose: The sherry jumps forward with spice accented . . . Palate: Comes in muted but then swells with notes of creamed honey . . . Finish: Lasts for days, cinnamon . . . - [Balblair 1983](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/03/balblair-1983/) - Nose: There is surprisingly lightness to this with . . . Palate: Again, surprisingly light and delicate. Honey sweetness . . . Finish: A tart woodiness with . . . - [Canadian Club Chairman's Select](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2015/04/canadian-club-chairmans-select/) - Nose: A softer, more floral rye with mint notes rounded . . . Palate: Hints of herbal minty sweetness and a peppery . . . Finish: More pepper lingering on . . . - [Caribou Crossing](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/08/caribou-crossing/) - Nose: Heavy maple syrup and . . . Palate: Lots of creamy vanilla with . . . Finish: Pepper, oak, and . . . - [Redemption High-Rye Bourbon (2013)](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/09/redemption-high-rye-bourbon/) - Nose: Creme brulee, white and black pepper, and a surprising amount . . . Palate: Sweetened corn pudding with lots of rye pepper . . . Finish: Heavy on the pepper and . . . - [Germain-Robin Shareholders' Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/09/germain-robin-shareholders-reserve/) - Nose: Rich and sweet with back notes of botanicals and . . . Palate: A rich riesling mixed with candied . . . Finish: Dry, short, and mildly . . . - [Black Maple Hill 16 Year Old Bourbon](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/09/black-maple-hill-16-year-old-bourbon/) - Nose: Fresh out of the bottle this is a raw hairy... Palate: Heavy on the wood and then a big smack... Finish: Very tannic and dry. It's like the driest... - [Woodford Reserve Four Grain](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/09/woodford-reserve-four-grain/) - Nose: There is no nose like a Woodford nose. It's prevalent in . . . Palate: A great creamy sweetness. Heath toffee, Rolo caramels . . . Finish: Dry and clean with a linger hint of . . . - [Four Roses 2013 Limited Edition Single Barrel](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/09/four-roses-2013-limited-edition-single-barrel/) - Nose: Vanilla, spearmint, Granny Smith apples, citrus . . . Palate: Viscous with mouth coating layers of gingerbread cookies . . . Finish: Cocoa powder and cayenne out of . . . - [Balvenie Tun 1401: Batch 9](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/11/balvenie-tun-1401-batch-9/) - Nose: Gorgeous fruits on the nose. Dark and rich with layers of . . . Palate: Creamy and sweet at first, the sherry is really . . . Finish: Heavier on the pepper and oak but . . . - [Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/11/glenfiddich-age-of-discovery-bourbon-cask-reserve/) - Nose: Pears, the malty whiff of an IPA, and orange-mint . . . Palate: A hint of sweet vanilla at first, then Christmas spices . . . Finish: Very mellow, wet toothpicks, mint notes . . . - [Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/11/tullamore-d-e-w-phoenix/) - Nose: Very light on the nose, a little bit cereal and . . . Palate: Richer, sweeter, and creamier than regular Dew, dark chocolate . . . Finish: Clean and mildly woody . . . - [Balvenie 21 Year Portwood](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2013/11/balvenie-21-year-portwood/) - Nose: Granny's muscadine jelly, honey roasted peanuts, and . . . Palate: Creamy but not overly viscous. Fruitcake, allspice . . . Finish: Warm smokey wood finish that lingers . . . - [Alexander Murray Mortlach 22 Year](https://whiskeyapostle.com/2014/01/alexander-murray-mortlach-22-year/) - Nose: Fresh butter, apricots, hints of grass, grain, and . . . Palate: Surprisingly sweet and delicate. Brown sugar crumbles on . . . Finish: A little harsher than I would've . . . ## Pages - [Review Index](https://whiskeyapostle.com/review-archive/) - Here you will find an index of all of the whiskey/whisky (or as we like to say, "whisk(e)y") reviews on our site! 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