The Perfect Pairings of Bourbon and Cheese
One of our favourite Saturday afternoon activities is experimenting with whisky and cheese. Here in Mauritius, many interesting cheeses are available, allowing for lots of experiments.
Beam Suntory
Beam Suntory, Inc. is an American multinational company that produces alcoholic beverages. It is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings of Osaka, Japan, and the company’s headquarters are in Chicago, Illinois. It is the third largest producer of distilled beverages worldwide. The company’s principal brands include :
- Jim Beam, Maker’s Mark, Booker’s, Knob Creek bourbon
- Laphroaig, Bowmore, Ardmore, Auchentoshan, Teacher’s Highland Cream whisky
- Connemara and Kilbeggan Irish whiskey
- DYC whisky
- Yamazaki, Hakushu, Hibiki, Chita whisky
Laphroaig Four Oak Whisky
It feels like a peat focused year and this week is no exception. The spotlight this week is shining on the Laphroaig Four OakIslay single malt Scotch whisky. Peated whiskies always seem to beckon me from the shelves when it comes time to choose, and this particular expression has certainly piqued my interest.
Laphroaig 10 vs Quarter Cask Whisky
Embarking on an Islay adventure, I delve into the exquisite realm of Laphroaig with a head-to-head comparison of the renowned Laphroaig 10 vs Quarter Cask single malt Scotch whiskies.
Laphroaig PX Cask Whisky
It is my second Laphroaig I am tasting this year. Earlier in 2015, I tasted the Laphroaig An Cuan Mor whisky. The Laphroaig PX Cask Islay single malt Scotch whisky and the An Cuan Mor bottling are part of three travel retail exclusive releases from Laphroaig.
Maker’s Mark vs Maker’s 46 Bourbon
One of the more recognizable bottles of bourbon on my shelf is the Maker’s Mark bourbon. With the bright red wax closure, you can spot this bottle at a distance. Today, I want to compare the Maker’s Mark vs Maker’s 46 bourbon whiskey to see how they differ.
Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whiskey
This Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight bourbon whiskey bottle holds a special place in my whiskey journey. It was one of my first forays into the world of bourbon, a spirit that my love for single malt and blended whisky had previously overshadowed.