Whisky of the Week review and tasting notes for whisky I rated Very Good. When the dram is enjoyable and memorable, and we don’t mind having another glass later in the week. This is bottles I might use for cocktails and the occasional afternoon sipper. Rating: Very Good
Today, we’re delving into Jim Beam Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey’s rich history and flavours. This brand has left an indelible mark on whiskey. While 1795 saw a whirlwind of historical events like wars, treaties, and remarkable achievements, it also marked the birth of something truly iconic: Jim Beam.
It is no secret that my dad loved whisky, especially blended whiskey. My mom always bought him a Chivas 12 year old whisky for his birthday. But for special celebrations and anniversaries, she purchased his favourite favourite, the Dimple Pinch 15 year old blended Scotch whisky.
A while back, a friend from Canada brought me a bottle of Bearface Elementally aged Triple Oak Canadian whisky — and I’ll be honest, the first thing that caught my eye was the packaging. The bottle is rugged yet refined, featuring a bold bear claw scratch etched right into the glass. It perfectly captures what Bearface is all about: wild, untamed, and unmistakably Canadian.
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This is one of the bottles that started my whisky collection before I even realized I was collecting whisky. I tasted the Glenmorangie Lasanta single malt Scotch whisky at my favourite restaurant and loved it. John brought a bottle home soon after to remind us of a great evening.
I recently picked up a bottle of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey while out shopping. I’ve always had a soft spot for Jack Daniel’s flavoured releases (I enjoyed the Jack Apple a while back), but it’s been years since I last tried the Honey edition. With its long-standing popularity, I was curious to see if it still holds up.
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The last time I reviewed a Glen Grant whisky was in 2019, when I tasted the excellent Glen Grant 12 year old Non-Chill-Filtered whisky. Looking back, I’ve realised I’ve neglected one of my favourite Speyside distilleries for far too long. It’s time to correct that oversight with a closer look at the Glen Grant 10 single malt whisky.Read More »Glen Grant 10 year old Whisky