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Showing posts with label irish whiskey. Show all posts
Showing posts with label irish whiskey. Show all posts

Monday, June 1, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 05/24/20 to 05/30/20

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! This is the
The Whiskey Roundup
The Whiskey Roundup
Whiskey Roundup! 

They sure get it right in this post. Getting into whiskey or bourbon is intimidating. There are a lot of  options out and it's overwhelming for a first timer. One of the best ways to get started, besides picking up a glass, is to pickup a book. I think I'll be adding this one to my bookshelf. 
This is a beautiful picture! I don't there is a better combination than a BBQ sandwich and a glass of whiskey. Something about the flavors are just perfect for each other..
I've shared about Writer's Tears before, but have never had the opportunity try it. I don't know that I've ever seen it at a store.  This description makes me want to go hunting! 
What initially stopped me here was the truck. That blue truck is pretty cool! But looking at it further, I liked two things about this. First, it's always exciting for a blog to come out with a new look. Second, and I think this is obvious at this point, I love Irish Whiskey!

Sunday, April 19, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 04/12/20 to 04/18/20

Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! This is the Whiskey Roundup!




Lately, I haven't been shy about telling you about my love for Irish Whiskey. This is one of my favorites right now. I love seeing lists of new ones to hunt down and try!

Four Roses Small Batch is a fine whiskey. But beyond that, I could really feel the longing to share this bottle with friends. The last few weeks have been weird to say the least. Some day soon, we can all toast and share bottles and get together again. 

This was an interesting read in to the world of Canadian Whiskies. The world has a tendency to see Crown Royal as the only Canadian Whisky offering. As it turns out, there are many to choose from, including labels that are well known, but perhaps forgotten as Canadian.

Glendronach has long been one of my favorite special occasion Scotches. I've been known to buy a bottle and nurse it for a year or so. I haven't heard of or seen this label, but I will be on the hunt for it. 

Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 03/15/20 to 03/21/20

Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week!




I love rye whiskeys, especially single barrels. Whistlepig is sure to deliver big flavor!

My first sip of Knob Creek, I wasn't a fan. I was a college student who didn't know any better. I'm going to have to track down this rye offering!
Happy St Patricks Day indeed! This is a hell of a lineup of IrishWhiskeys!

Monday, March 2, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 02/23/20 to 02/29/20

Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week!

This is seriously cool. Single Pot Still Irish style whiskey being made in the US!

No. There is no better way to end the week.

I've been very in to Irish whiskies lately and exploring new options. It's always great to see new options available!

I've always been excited about learning about whiskey. Any cool tasting opportunity is a must.

Sunday, February 9, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 02/02/20 to 02/08/20

The Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles!
These are may favorites for this week!

Jameson holds a special place for me. If I haven't mentioned it before, it's one of my son's middle name! So, I always keep a bottle on hand. The newer bottles that I keep are nowhere near as nice as this vintage one though!
Mark Twain was a wise man, far more credit is due than is given him. Also, I have been looking for a good whiskey tasting book. I downloaded the Kindle version after finding this tweet!


Another smart American author. Hemingway knew a thing or two. He had some great advice to give. 

I didn't expect to be trying Screwball anytime soon. A neighbor brought it over the other day and I was pleasantly surprised. It's maybe a little too drinkable. 

Tuesday, January 7, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 12/29/19 to 01/04/20

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week!


I knew I liked Mark Twain for more than just his writing. What is your favorite whiskey to have "too much of?"

Colorado holds a special place in my heart. I spent a year there and would love to head back. Any new distillery is always one I want to try, especially one found in ski country!

This is a lucky man right here. It's always nice to be  showered with gifts, even more so when they are something you would get yourself!

 Great way to say goodbye to the old and welcome in the new. I'm going to have to try that Crown Peach sometime, to see if I can wrap my head around it. I spy Bulleit in there too, one of my favorite bourbons!

 With a name like Detroit Whiskey Factory, how could this place not be cool. I have a friend living outside of Detroit, maybe I'll have to make a trip up to see him!

Wednesday, January 1, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 12/22/19 to 12/28/19

Whiskey RoundupAs you may have guessed, last week was pretty busy with family visiting for the holidays. So, I decided to take the week off from the blog. This, week I'm back with a new Whiskey Roundup to start!

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles!
These are may favorites for this week!


I got this same bottle for my birthday. I had always heard of the virtues of Japanese whiskey, but had never gone searching for it. Let me say, that it lives up to the hype!

This might be the best news I've heard in a while. Whiskey sure is less filling than beer!

The Sexton has become my favorite Irish whiskey. He's right, the bottle is pretty damn cool. What's even cooler is that their master distiller is a woman in a veritable boys club.

I always like a good Old Fashioned. I had one in Brooklyn a few years ago that was maple infused. This time of year, the cranberry flavor would be great!

Sunday, December 15, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 12/08/19 to 12/14/19

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week!

This is my kind of giveaway! Who wouldn't want to wake up Christmas morning and find this under the tree?

I think we've all had a day or week like this. 

Nothing but respect for this. It's a great way to add whiskey storage space when space is limited. 

Monday, December 2, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 11/24/19 to 11/30/19

Whiskey RoundupI hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving break! I took a mini vacation with the family and am just getting back in to it. Here is the Whiskey Roundup, if only a day late!

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles!
These are may favorites for this week!


I've been really in to Irish whiskey lately. A blind tasting is going to have to happen soon!

I brought a similar contribution to Thanksgiving this year, among other things. What did you bring to your Thanksgiving?

There is no wrong way to taste whiskey. Swirl, no swirl. Swish it in your mouth, don't. Whatever suits you.

I've never shied away from a whiskey cocktail. With the weather cooling off, this Hot Apple Punch is going to be perfect.

Sunday, November 10, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 11/03/19 to 11/09/19

Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week!

I love this. A daughter, promoting her dad's whiskey and telling you where to get it!

It's not my go to, but sometimes when I slow down long enough, I do enjoy to sit down for a nice peated whiskey.

I like this lineup. I'm going to have to go out and find it!

There's something comforting about consistency.

I like a hotel that promotes their whiskey menu!

I had the same thought. Still need to give it a try!

Thursday, August 1, 2019

The Sexton

I picked up The Sexton for St Paddy's day after looking for an Irish Whiskey that wasn't the usual Jameson or Bushmills. Don't get me wrong, I like both of those. They're both great whiskies. But, it's nice to change it up some times. The Sexton was recommended to me in a whiskey group on
Facebook and I went looking.

The Sexton
The Sexton

About the Whiskey:

One of the coolest things about The Sexton is that in the midst of a boys club, master distiller Alex Thomas has managed to create an amazing whiskey in a man's world! That is amazingly cool. The Sexton is triple distilled in copper pot stills and then aged in former Oloroso sherry casks, from Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.


From the Bottle:

I love the label and the overall design of the bottle. It's unique. The delivery of the product goes beyond what's simply inside the bottle. Turn the bottle and read as you drink:

Up in the cold grey Northern reaches
of County Antrim
The Sextons tend to the spirits
digging the fresh graves of the 
river rush graveyard
and planting stone crosses
in the soft mowed grass.
Show up just before dawn,
when the dew is glistening
on the headstones,
and you'll catch the
cool morning breeze
carrying the fresh scent of
unmistakable oak from a breathing cask.
Follow that scent into the crypt
and you might find a locked door, 
faintly glowing at its edges 
through that door.
Find the rows of beckoning
European Oak,
once the sacramental casks of
fine sherry, now brimming with Aqua Vitae.
You see, the be a Sexton is a spiritual trade,
and whiskey is their favorite spirit,

Tasting Notes

Color:

The Sexton is amber in color

Nose: 

The Sexton has sweet notes of caramel and spice, not spicy, but cloves. 

Taste:

The Sexton carries the notes of caramel and spice over from the nose, but then you are introduced to notes of vanilla and dried fruit and some nutty notes as well.

Finish:

The Sexton is smooth with a creamy mouth feel. The finish is medium, not long or too short. On the finish the notes of vanilla and caramel return, leaving you with the notes of spices giving you a warm feeling as you set the glass down to enjoy what you just had. 

Saturday, July 27, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 07/21/19 to 07/27/19

Whiskey Favorites Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week!


I have to applaud this liquor store for suggesting this whiskey. The Sexton is becoming one of my favorites! Keep an eye out for Sexton whiskey review coming up!


Obviously I need a new boss! My first taste of Bushmill's was from a Bushmill's girl at a bar in Lubbock, TX on St. Paddy's Day in 2007 or 2008!

I'm a literature nerd at heart, especially when my passion for books combines with another passion, like whiskey. This would be an interesting read to see how the law makers were thinking back when the repeal of the worst thing was coming about.


I like sharing updates on the Roe & Co distillery in Dublin! Would be great to make a trip, take a tour, and get a chance to speak to the master distiller!

Sunday, July 21, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 07/14/19 to 07/20/19

Whiskey Tapes Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles!
These are may favorites for this week!

It would be pretty awesome to sit down with Chris Hayes for any whiskey and beer pairing, or even just to talk about whiskey for a few minutes!

A view like this can really help you reset after a long week! I'm working on fixing up my backyard to improve my view. I already have the whiskey!


I've never had a bad beer from Dogfish Head. I can only imagine that their whiskey will be the same. I'm hoping it will make it's way to Houston!


Two things. I need a bar and a whiskey like this in my life!


I couldn't agree more. Never had a daiquiri that I liked. They have too much sugar. They only belong on a beach on an island, and even then, look for a local beer. Plus, Glen Dronach Original 12 is one of my favorite Scotches!

There's just something about a clear sky full of stars, a good bottle of whiskey, good conversation and a camp fire if you're lucky. These quiet evenings are better than almost any other!

Sunday, June 16, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 06/09/19 to 06/15/19

The Whiskey Tapes Weekly RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These
are my favorites for this week!







Aside from Monkey Should being a damn fine whiskey, I just though this looked like an awesome piece of equipment!
I've been really enjoying whiskey cocktails lately. My favorites typically have lemon in them. This one is made with Johnnie Walker Black Label. I can't wait to try it out!

I always like to see new distilleries open their doors! It just means more whiskey for me to try!

Saturday, June 8, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 05/26/19 to 06/01/19

I've been taking some time off the blog to focus on some things. We took a vacation last week, and I'm refreshed and back and ready to go.


The Whiskey Tapes Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These
are my favorites for this week!


This blue corn based bourbon is one of my favorites. As much as I love the smoothness of the wheaters, there's just something about Baby Blue that keeps me coming back!

It's good to see more and more offerings from Ireland getting some attention. Irish Whiskey has been dominated by Jameson and Bushmills. Don't get me wrong, I do like both of those, but I'm glad to see more and offerings take center stage.

I'm familiar with the wines from Napa, but California whiskey is a new avenue for me. I'll have to keep an eye out for these!

This sounds like some quality dad time. There's a restaurant my dad and I like to go for lunch that has pretty good selection of Japanese whiskey. We've never had the chance to enjoy it, but we can still go and look and talk about them.

Sunday, April 14, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 04/07/19 to 04/13/19

Whiskey RoundupEvery Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles! These are may favorites for this week!


I'm not going to lie, I was just really impressed by this collection! There are quite of these bottles that I have, and quite a few more that I want to try!
I'm always intrigued by blind whiskey comparisons. I have never thought to do a side by side tasting of Bottled in Bond selections.

Lately, I don't think Irish Whiskey gets enough credit. There are some really good ones out there. I have had the privilege of trying Teeling once or twice and really enjoyed it. Credit where credit is due.


This whiskey lineup really impressed and got me thinking about what I'll be sipping on tonight!

Sunday, February 17, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 02/10/19 to 02/16/19

In addition to this blog, I write a food blog, called Me, Myself, Cuisine. Every Saturday, I scroll through Twitter and find my favorite #foodblogger tweets and put together a Weekly Favorites post. Now, using #whiskey, I am putting together a Whiskey Roundup posts!

I'm a big fan of new experimental whiskey releases. Different grains and different finishes can make a really interesting finished product. I'll definitely be on the lookout for this release!
I'm not familiar with the Pearse Distillery. However, I am always excited to see recognition where recognition is due. 

I always enjoy reading reviews as a way to explore new areas I've never seen. In this case, this review of Fercullen 10 Year is making me want to head out and find a bottle!

While the writer here is questioning whether Ardberg has perhaps over committed to experimentation, as I have mentioned above, I always look forward to experimental releases. This Scotch aged in rum barrels could be really great. The spice from the rum could be a great combination.

I like this post for the simplest reason. The messing is so simple, yet so important. 

This post is so incredibly relatable. I have 3 kids under 5, so leaving the scene to only try to return a few years later, but still still trying to work around the little ones is all too familiar.

Evan Williams 1783 Small Batch

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