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 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.
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.
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.
Maker’s Mark 46 Bourbon Whiskey Review
When bourbon fans think of Maker’s Mark, the image that instantly comes to mind is that famous bottle dipped in dripping red wax. It is one of the most recognisable bourbons in the world, and for good reason. Smooth, approachable, and packed with sweet vanilla character, Maker’s Mark has earned a permanent place on countless whisky shelves.
Laphroaig Quarter Cask Islay Whisky
It is one of the bottles that have been in my collection for ages. I keep on drinking it but never writing about it. So, with the Laphroaig Distillery 200th anniversary during 2015 and before I finish this bottle, I decided that it is time to write down my tasting notes for the Laphroaig Quarter Cask Islay single malt Scotch whisky.