The MacAllan - The Whiskey Roundup

The MacAllan 12 - Photo Credit
Alan Walker via Deposit Photos

Sundays are for Scotch. The MacAllan 12 was my gateway Scotch, so today for Day 6 of 25 Days of Whiskey, I am dedicating the Whiskey Roundup to the storied House of MacAllan.

I had never heard of MacAllan Week until today. That's a pretty cool idea if you ask me. When it comes to offerings and variety, The MacAllan has a lot to offer.

Just a little reminder that #macallanweek is coming up soon!

The @the_macallan #rarecask 2018 batch 3 (the highest rated of the series on @whiskybase ) will be one of 8 bottles I am opening and reviewing to see whether modern #macallan stands up to scru… https://t.co/N8udfbEh8s pic.twitter.com/g6aowlCXHs

— PoshScotch (@PoshScotch) December 2, 2020

The MacAllan also offers a variety of rare bottles, some as much as 50 years old. I doubt I'll see any of these in my lifetime, but it's nice to see what's out there.  

MACALLAN SIRIUS - 26-YEAR-OLD

Exceptional bottling of an ultra-rare Speyside Single Malt Scotch

Strictly limited edition of 690 bottles exclusively reserved for the Ultimate Whisky Collectorhttps://t.co/lvb4W1Peao@The_Macallan#macallan #whisky #singlemalt #scotch #whiskey pic.twitter.com/wbHnKZB4DB

— Whisky kingdom (@Whisky_Kingdom) December 3, 2020

When I was first introduced to The MacAllan, it was it at Richard's Liquors in Kingwood, TX. I was looking for a Christmas gift for my newly minted step dad. I worked at the Starbucks next store to Richard's and had become friendly with a few of the people who worked there. I was told that The MacAllan was the barometer by which all other Scotches are compared. That was enough for me.  

Repost : @firewaterxo

Recognized and admired by the entire sophisticated world of connoisseurs, Macallan remains the expression of single malts that can be judged before all; this unparalleled reputation has been built by the masters of wood.
.#macallan #macallanwhisky pic.twitter.com/gfwCQmCaTa

— Elite Spirits (@EliteSpiritsDel) November 27, 2020

This is incredibly cool. Scotch being a traditionally Scottish liquor, enjoyed the world over, I like to see a special variety made just for Londoners. 

INTRODUCING THE MACALLAN LONDON

A unique limited edition single malt whisky providing a sensorial journey through one of the world’s greatest capital cities. ⁠
⁠
Available Nowhttps://t.co/lSyicH4MF8
⁠@The_Macallan

⁠#macallan #singlemalt #whisky #scotch pic.twitter.com/wGZQYyCHke

— Whisky kingdom (@Whisky_Kingdom) December 3, 2020

The Whiskey Journey

Photo by Richard Lawrence on Reshot

I belong to a couple of whiskey groups on Facebook and it is always interesting to see what different people see as good whiskey and what others see as swill. On any given day, any member of these groups can post about a new whiskey they are trying or post about one of their new favorites, only to have somebody comment about their whiskey choice, asking, "How can you drink that?" or saying, "Drain pour!" Everyone has opinions and that's what keeps it interesting. 

This is the biggest thing to think about and remember when it comes to whiskey. It's very much like art and literature and film. Everything is subjective. You either like it or you don't and everyone has an opinion.

But there is a journey to truly enjoying good whiskey. Good whiskey again being subjective. Some people may tell you otherwise, but you don't just start out drinking peated Scotch. I didn't, at least. A milder maybe a wheated whiskey is more your style and a better starting point. 

The typical whiskey drinker is going to start out looking at something that can be mixed with Coke, probably Jack Daniels or Crown Royal. I'll drink Crown Royal on the rocks, but I've also grown passed whiskey and Coke. If whiskey and Coke is your game, then I would think you're looking at flavored whiskey, either honey, vanilla, or cinnamon. There a lot of options out there.

After you get used to drinking whiskey and Coke, whiskey cut with Coke, you're probably ready whiskey on the rocks or whiskey neat to really start enjoying and appreciating the flavors and elements of the whiskey. People typically tell you to start with a lower proof whiskey, maybe around 80 proof. I think that is bad advice. Instead, I look towards what I call the gateway whiskeys or bourbons. These are going to be whiskeys like Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond, Bulleit Frontier Whiskey, Wild Turkey 101, and Buffalo Trace. These are all very approachable and drinker friendly whiskeys, lending themselves to tastings, on the rocks, neat, and cocktails. 

Once you get comfortable with these approachable whiskeys, you'll want to start looking at small batches, different grains and mash bills, Irish whiskeys, Japanese whiskeys, and experimental whiskeys. I'm here to tell you now that this is where the rabbit hole begins. You'll find yourself just going to the liquor store just to see what they have spending hours in the whiskey aisle, getting to know the people that work there. While fun and exciting, it can be a very expensive hobby once you start looking for some harder to find and more sought after bottles.

Now, is when you get in to an advanced phase of whiskey drinking and enter the world of Scotch. I think that to truly appreciate Scotch, you need to learn to appreciate the other whiskeys. In the world of Scotch you get to taste Scotches from five different areas of Scotland, each with their own discernable qualities. Some are aged in Sherry casks. Some are peated, giving an earthy, almost charcoal flavor. Scotches aged in Sherry casks are my favorites of the Scotch world. Scotches are all good and they are all unique, but I think you need to make it through the whiskey journey to fully appreciate it. 

There are a lot of whiskeys out there and there are a lot of ways to enjoy them. Some are easier to drink and enjoy than others. Some are more complex than others. The only way to know is to embark on your own whiskey journey. Read books. Keep notes. See what flavor notes you can find. It really can be a lot of fun. 

Whiskey Roundup - Peated Whiskey

This week, the Whiskey Roundup is all about peated whiskey. I took to Twitter to find my favorite articles about peated whiskey, and was surprised how few I found that were recent, that is to say in the last few months. Let's dive in and explore!

Peated Whiskey

I can't speak for the hagis, but this does sound delicious. Some nights, a good peated whiskey is all you need to finish it off proper. 

#Peated @GlenScotiaMalts and #Haggis:

A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN 😍#HaggisOverDose #Stonehaven #BurnsNight2019 pic.twitter.com/vncx2eWwgZ

— Ibon Mendiguren (@Ibon_Mendiguren) January 26, 2019

Two of my favorite Scotch whiskys are the Laphroaig 10 and the Laphroaig 15. I have heard tales of the quarter cask, but have never seen it in the wild, much less tasted it. This solidifies my need to find a bottle and bring it home as mine. 

Today has been a great day for whisky, first had a very enjoyable chat with the @CircusWhisky crew and now just about to crack this @Laphroaig with @newdramdrinker & the #CertifiedOriginals #whisky #SundaySup #Peated pic.twitter.com/G9CXQZRJqv

— Whisky And Warhammer (@DramofWar) August 9, 2020

I've only ever had a sample of the Glen Moray Scotch, but I assure you it was delicious. It is one of the bottles where some day I will have the means and I will someday bring it home. 

Bought a bottle of @GlenMorayDist #Peated #Whisky for a friends 60th #Birthday Im sure she will enjoy #Scotch #Elgin #GlenMoray pic.twitter.com/ouNfxB8AZw

— Moray Firth Tours (@MorayTours) October 7, 2017

The Glen Dronach is one of  my favorite scotch whiskys. Sherry finished casks are some of the smoothest I have found out there. So, now knowing that is a peated bottle of The Glen Dronach out there, the hunt is on.

Thank you @Celticwhiskey for excellent customer service and getting this shipped out to me double quick!#glendronach #peated #scotch #whisky pic.twitter.com/JOCPKqnphX

— Causewaycoastwhiskeyreviews (@Causewaywhiskey) March 22, 2018

A couple of things about this caught my eye. I had no idea that there were peated English whiskeys out there. That alone is enough to make me want to try it. But then also that someone had the chance to pick a barrel and then have the bottle delivered makes it all the more exciting.  

Can’t beat the feeling of having a whisky you chose and bottled yourself sat on your desk! #whisky #englishwhisky #peated #norfolk #harveynichols #singlemalt #LimitedEdition #singlecask pic.twitter.com/XWZHyQxQwL

— Nick (@NRGBell) January 9, 2020

Whiskey Roundup - Scotch

This week, The Whiskey Roundup is all about Scotch. I searched Twitter with #scotch. I found a lot of great posts to share! We're going to look at  everything from scotch reviews and new releases to first scotches to sherry cask finished scotches.

Let's dive in to the Roundup!

Dewar's was the first Scotch I ever tried back in college. Back then, it was the White Label. My tastes have come a long way since then.
 

A #luxurywhisky deserves a #luxurychocolate – our @dewars 18 goes perfectly with this 70% chocolate from #VirungaNationalPark in DR Congo. The richness of the chocolate brings added refinement to the smooth almond & butterscotch of this #whisky #homeofdewars #itsdramtime pic.twitter.com/KGOtarRfbY

— Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery (@DewarsAberfeldy) May 9, 2018

That's a fine bottle. I bought the same for a friend recently. Can't wait to sit down and share it with him. Maybe with a nice cigar too!

After dinner #relaxation #cigars #scotch #whisky #music #botl #sotl 🥃🍂💨💨 pic.twitter.com/Qxposfy2Co

— Vincent Di Virgilio (@VIPvinnyD) June 24, 2020

 New whiskey and scotch releases are exciting. It's always great to have a source to go to let you know all about the new releases that are coming out. 

https://t.co/lvzgleXB0b New and upcoming whisky releases: Ardbeg 2000 single cask, Glenmorangie Malaga Cask, Craigellachie 1995 and more... @Ardbeg @TheGlenmorangie #scotch #whisky pic.twitter.com/ypOAfR1AOM

— WhiskyNotes (Ruben) (@WhiskyNotes) June 27, 2020

I'm a big fan of tasting notes and reviews, especially when they are showcasing special cask projects and special releases!

Quick Fire Whisky Tasting Notes: @GlenMorayDist Madeira Cask Project: https://t.co/HY7us3XdfW @GlenMorayIain #scotch #whisky #review pic.twitter.com/MoK3AgJy9k

— Steve Rush 🥃 (@TheWhiskyWire) June 27, 2020

#NEW #SCOTCH! Edradour 10 Year Old 2020 UCF - CASK #117

Sherried scotches are my favorite scotch expressions. I'm always looking for a new one to try.  

The latest bottle of sherried loveliness. A firm whisky staple at TWB and favourite of our customers.

Buy online now at #TheWhiskyBarrel.com - https://t.co/0fFoyAX6YZ pic.twitter.com/NGdRZDq9TN

— The Whisky Barrel (@WhiskyBarrel) June 26, 2020

 The more I look in to the world of scotch, the more I realize that my scotch knowledge is limited. There are distilleries I've never heard of releasing bottles I've never ever dreamed. I can't wait to continue my journey through the world of scotch!

https://t.co/s9gWTjDk88 Undisclosed Orkney 2000, rather muscular and high quality. One of the latest bottlings from Le Gus't #scotch #whisky pic.twitter.com/dgWuyU30VD

— WhiskyNotes (Ruben) (@WhiskyNotes) June 26, 2020

Slainte! 

Current Whiskey Inventory

I don't know about you, but I like to keep track of my current whiskey inventory. I get some flack for the amount that I have on hand, and I want to make sure I don't double up on anything. It's also a good way to keep track of whether you have tried something or not.

What is in your current whiskey inventory?

Current Whiskey Inventory

Bourbons

Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

1835 Bourbon Whiskey

Jim Beam Repeal Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Jim Beam Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Bulleit Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Bulleit 10 Year Aged Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Bulleit Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Bulleit Blenders Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Weller Special Reserve The Original Wheated Bourbon

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Garrison Brothers TX Straight Bourbon Whiskey

TX Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Small Batch

Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Evan Williams BIB Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Four Roses Small Batch Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Hickory Hill Single Barrell Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Eagle Rare Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Col EH Taylor Small Batch BIB Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Rye

Old Overholt Straight Rye Whiskey

Bulleit Rye Whiskey

Bulleit 12 Year Rye Whiskey

Balcones TX Rye 100 Proof Whiskey

Whiskey

Clyde Mayes Alabama Style Whiskey

Mellow Corn Straight Corn Kentucky Whiskey BIB

Crown Royal Blended Canadian Whiskey

Crown Royal Black Blended Canadian Whiskey

TX Blended Whiskey

Suntory Whisky Toki

The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Jameson Irish Whiskey

Scotch

Glen Moray Single Malt Scotch

Glenmorangie Highlands Single Malt Scotch

The MacAllan 12 Single Malt Scotch

Oban 14 Single Malt West Highland Scotch

Glendronach 12 Highland Single Malt

Laphroaig 10 Islay Single Malt

Laphroaig 15 Islay Single Malt

Johnnie Walker Wine Cask Blend

Johnnie Walker Black Label

Bar Essentials

For anyone looking to have a great home bar setup, it is important to gather up the right bar essentials. In this post, I am going to walk you through everything that I keep on hand to have a proper bar setup to make the perfect cocktails on demand.

Robert Mondavi Merlot and
Freixnet Cava

Bar Essentials

These are the essentials to always keep on hand

Liquor, Wine, and Beer

• Champagne
• My wife loves mimosas. It tends to be her drink of choice. For champagne, you can keep cava, champagne, or prosecco on hand. We typically drink cava, which is a Spanish sparkling wine vs the French champagne or Italian prosecco.
• Wine 
• Red and White - I typically keep mostly merlots and cabernets on hand. I prefer reds over white wines, but I will keep a bottle or two of chardonnay or sauvignon blanc on hand should anybody want it.
• Bourbon and Whiskey
• I always have a handful of bottles of bourbon and whiskey on hand. Though the lineup varies, my mainstays are Bulleit, Buffalo Trace, and TX Blended Whiskey.
• Scotch
• The first scotch I ever tried and really liked was The MacAllan 12. I always have a bottle on hand. I usually keep a few others including Glenmorangie, Glendronach, Laphroaig, and Oban.
• Gin



Bourbon, Gin, Vodka, Triple Sec, Tequila, and Scotch

• I don't drink a lot of gin, but I do keep a bottle on hand. Usually something less expensive like Lone Star Gin.
• Vodka
• Vodka seems to go quick. Everyone seems to rave about Tito's and Absolut, but for the money, I haven't found anything better than Dripping Springs Vodka.
• Tequila
• There are tons of tequila options out there. I typically go for a blanco tequila. A few years ago, we found Dolce Vida Organic Tequila and have been using that ever since.
• Beer
• I keep a fridge well stocked with craft beers and some standard mass produced offerings. I always make sure to leave room in the beer fridge for guests to bring over their drinks too. 

Liqueurs, Mixers, and Garnishes

• Triple Sec
• For making margaritas, an orange liqueur is key. Triple Sec is a good inexpensive option to keep around.  
• Bitters
• Bitters go in a lot of cocktails, most commonly Old Fashioneds. There are many varieties out there. I keep two on hand, angostura and orange.
• Cherries



Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters, Simple Syrup, Olives,
Whiskey Cherries, Grenadine

• Cherries are a great garnish for many drinks. I like to make my own whiskey cherries.
• Grenadine
• Grenadine is a great product for adding cherry flavor to a drink. It can also be use as a sweetener and to give a splash of red to a drink.
• Simple Syrup
• Simple syrup is a sweetener that works much better than sugar. You can make your own to keep on hand.
• Bailey's
• Bailey's goes in many dessert beverages or coffee. 
• Garnishes
• Also sure to keep some fresh fruit, oranges, lemons, limes, and strawberries on hand. Also jarred martini onions and olives.

Glassware

• Highball Glass



Stemware, Highball Glass, Pint Glass, Old Fashioned Glass

• The classic mixed drink glass. Also for someone just looking for a water or club soda
• Old Fashioned Glass
• For drinking whiskey neat, on the rocks, or for making you Old Fashioned
• Pint glass
• For your best beer pours or for when you feel like a double
• Stemware
• Keep your flutes for special occasion pours of champagne. Otherwise, just stick to a wine glass for everyday use

Bar Tools

Bar Spoon, Shaker, Jigger, Muddler

• Cork screw
• Always keep a good cork screw or wine opener on hand. There are many types to choose. Find the one that works best for you.
• Bar Spoon
• A long skinny spoon for stirring drinks. Some have a fork at the end for fishing out garnishes at the bottom of a jar.
• Jigger/Shot Glass
• A jigger is a double sided premeasured cup. You can also use a shot glass
• Shaker
• Most cocktails need a shaker to be made properly. Make sure to keep a good shaker on hand. 
• Muddler
• A muddler is a great tool to use to break down fruit and other garnishes to help pull more of the flavor out.

Scotch Week

To kick off the New Year, I am going to be doing another new series! I like doing these series because it is a great opportunity to explore new whiskies.

Scotch Week

I'm excited to announce Scotch Week! Follow along on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook! I'll be doing daily Scotch posts and may even dive into a whiskey review or two. I was tempted to include some Scotch blends, but in the end I decided to stick to all single malt Scotches.

It all starts on Sunday!

For those of you out there not following along on social media, be sure to follow to see the daily posts!

Instagram: @thewhiskeytapes
Twitter: @tapeswhiskey
Facebook: @thewhiskeytapes

Here is what I'll be featuring next week on Scotch Week!

1. The MacAllan 12
2. Glen Moray
3. Glenmorangie Original
4. Laphroaig 10
5. The GlenDronach 12
6. Oban 14
7. Laphroaig 15

Whisky Roundup 12/01/19 to 12/07/19

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles!

These are may favorites for this week!

Would you look at this whiskey selection? So many choices, I can't decide. Which one would you choose?

A whiskey drink 😁#Edinburgh #whiskey pic.twitter.com/AoeLxHyaHV

— lorraine langridge (@lorraine_acorn) December 6, 2019

Whiskey Santa was very good for him! I can only hope he's as good for me!

Whiskey Santa's gift to me for being a good boy this year #whiskey #bourbon pic.twitter.com/ppb6CFDJhW

— Nam Nguyen (@statsnam) December 7, 2019

I think we can all agree that Prohibition was a bad idea. The repeal of Prohibition was an equally good idea. What are you drinking tonight to celebrate that freedom?

5 Dec 1933: The 21st #amendment to the U.S. #Constitution is ratified, ending the #prohibition of #alcohol, when #Utah became the last state to #ratify it. #beer #wine #whiskey #history #21stamendment #OTD #Timeless pic.twitter.com/Zl7wWsly6X

— Today In History (@URDailyHistory) December 5, 2019

I had a friend give me a bottle of Tomatin that she didn't like. I've always liked sherried scotches, So i was a big fan. I can only assume this one is even better!

Photo of the day #whiskey pic.twitter.com/f6TP32d0Lw

— Whiskey Scene (@whiskeyscenemag) December 7, 2019

25 Days of Whiskey 2019

This year marks the 3rd year I have done 25 Days of Whiskey on my Instagram. It started out on the Me, Myself, and Cuisine Instagram page, before I started The Whiskey Tapes last year! I've always liked doing the 25 Days of Whiskey, because it allows me explore so many whiskeys in such a short time.

This is a sneak peak at the whiskeys I am featuring this on the 25 Days of Whiskey!



25 Days of Whiskey

1. Weller Special Reserve
2. Suntory Whisky Toki
3. Bulleit Rye 12 Year
4. Four Roses Small Batch
5. Balcones Baby Blue
6. TX Blended Whiskey
7. 1835
8. Johnnie Walker Wine Cask Blend
9. Col. E.H. Taylor Small Batch
10. The MacAllan 12 Year
11. Jameson Irish Whiskey
12. Balcones 100 Rye
13. Johnnie Walker Black Label
14. Bulleit Bourbon
15. The Glendronach 12 Year
16. Bulleit 10 Year Bourbon
17. Crown Royal Blended Canadian Whiskey
18. Clyde Mayes Alabama Style
19. Title No. 21 American Whiskey
20. Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 
21. Bulleit Barrel Strength Bourbon
22. Crown Royal Black Label
23. Laphroaig 10 Year
24. Garrison Brothers Bourbon
25. Hickory Hill Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Whiskey Roundup 07/28/19 to 08/03/19

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

There's no better way to celebrate a birthday! He should be so lucky!

Celebrating my brother in laws 40 millionth birthday w some whiskey & the weak ass cocktail I’ve mixed for myself 😂 #LetsGeddit #Smooth #Whiskey pic.twitter.com/8VMTl0MfFs

— Priscilla (@priscillasmix) August 4, 2019

I've long been intrigued by these whiskey tasting events. Never had the chance to go though!

Lots of great whiskey at the Southern Whiskey Society event at The Factory. #whiskey @madesouth @hclarkdistillery #franklintn #southernwhiskeysociety @thefactoryatfranklin pic.twitter.com/G6LsAJY0ft

— Ellie Chin (@EllieChin2) August 4, 2019

Going to have to check out this episode. Everything I have had from High West has been amazing!

It’s been awhile (busy summer!) but back it working on the next episode! #bourbon #whiskey #highwestdistillery pic.twitter.com/aknwaTQTdA

— The Backyard Bourbon Broadcast (@bourbonandstory) July 30, 2019

There is no better soundtrack for any night. Jealousy does not begin to describe!

Soundtrack for my Saturday night #NorthWoods #Cabin #Loon #Whiskey pic.twitter.com/YQw3VPR7fa

— Dan the #LCFC fan (@Metcage64) August 4, 2019

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

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

I think for any whiskey lover, this is a dream vacation!

A trip to the Highlands in Scotland! This was the highlight of te trip.. Right from the twisty windy roads through the Glens(valleys) and the mountains in Scotland, UK. #whiskey… https://t.co/DRsYMLCCiD

— Jay Mehta (@jehmehta) July 13, 2019

I've heard of Uncle Nearest and read up on him a little. Seems he taught a few of the early, now household name distillers how to make whiskey. A fitting tribute that is long overdue.

Most Americans know Jack Daniel's #whiskey. But did you know that a slave taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey? Now, a new distillery is paying tribute to that slave https://t.co/rEkc9yo2Hh pic.twitter.com/pSVyb7vPbY (via@CBSNews) @JackDaniels_US

— News Junkie (@Newzjunkie_) July 13, 2019

I live in Texas. It's hot during the summer. We're happy when it's only high of 92 F for the day. A good fruity cocktail is just what we need to stay cool!

A bright and peachy cocktail to quench that summer thirst -- meet KOVAL's Nectar of the Gods.

Recipe - https://t.co/9eBuk7jTQy#summerdrinks #whiskey pic.twitter.com/nBP10ycslN

— KOVAL Distillery (@kovaldistillery) July 9, 2019

Bulleit was my first bourbon to really fall for, to help me decide that I'm a bourbon drinker. Their rye offering was the next. I have to say that the 12 year rye is like falling for it all over again!

Have you tried Bulleit’s #new 12 year Rye? It’s rare to find a Rye #whiskey with this age statement. So if you’re looking to round out your collection with a #unique bottling from a staple producer, look no further. pic.twitter.com/GofeQ0KO3X

— Superior Liquor (@superiorliq) July 13, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 06/30/19 to 07/06/19

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


This is the way to do the park! Helps take the edge off!

Took this with me to the park. It didn’t have water in it ...but a nice brown substance #Whiskey 🥃 pic.twitter.com/9CtM6aM9Rb

— 𝓐𝓭𝓮𝓵𝓪𝓲𝓭𝓪 𝓜𝓬𝓒𝓪𝓯𝓯𝓻𝓮𝔂 (@adellymccaffrey) June 30, 2019

Definitely is not a favorite tweet from the week. I have had some offerings from Jim Beam lately that have been greatly enjoyed!

The warehouse contained 45,000 barrels of "relatively young #whiskey," according to a statement from Beam Suntory, the parent company of #JimBeam. https://t.co/Ami5xFIFhA

— Michael Tiknis (@TiknisArts) July 3, 2019

Yes, this is heaven. The decanter is nice too!

Is this heaven? I think so! @Evan_W_Bourbon #whiskey #bourbon pic.twitter.com/w4eu1nlhpY

— Joey Guzman (@JoeyDadBod) July 6, 2019

I've been there. Looking from something cheap to take home or to a party, and get side tracked by a pretty label! Usually what I find inside is delicious and definitely worth the buy!

I actually just wanted to get some cheap as bourbon to make longdrinks but when I saw this I immediately fell in love.#whiskey #scotch pic.twitter.com/LxmBaKsDkt

— Sarah Errinwright 🏳️‍🌈🇩🇪🚀 (@SarahJueng) July 6, 2019

I've written about Roe & Co a few times in the last couple weeks. I guess I'm going to have to go to Dublin to check it out for myself!

🥃WHISKEY OF THE WEEK🥃

Because of the recent opening of the Distillery in Dublin, we thought we would choose Roe&Co.
Blend comprimising of malt and grain whiskey. All of these have been entirely aged in ex-bourbon barrel with a strong emphasis on first fill Casks. #whiskey pic.twitter.com/OpQqnU2rd1

— Sonny Molloy's Bar (@SonnyMolloys) July 4, 2019

Whiskey Roundup 02/24/19 to 03/02/19

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

I'm always excited to see distilleries come out with new whiskey expressions, like this new bourbon from Coopers' Craft

Coopers' Craft launches new bourbon expression: https://t.co/JKkEBsnkDr #bourbon #whisky #whiskey pic.twitter.com/NzI03TTaLV

— The Whisky Business (@TheWhiskyBiz) March 2, 2019

Whenever I see a new whiskey review, I try to make it a point to either read it right then, or bookmark it for later. I've been really in to the Johnnie Walker Wine Cask Blend lately. If this one from Tipp Distillery is anything like it, I just might have to track down a bottle.

Had a blast with my final #dram of the @TippDistillery Red Wine Cask Finish; red liquorice, strong breakfast tea, raspberries, spicy toffee and cherries on a stunning palate, read my full review below of this stunning #Whiskey. https://t.co/XWRDRLq3Fz pic.twitter.com/YGW5LRVI90

— somewhiskybloke (@somewhiskybloke) March 1, 2019

Just like whiskey reviews, interviews with whiskey insiders are very informative. These are always a must read for me.

Our 93rd Whisky Insiders Interview: David DeFazio, Founder of Wyoming Whiskey: https://t.co/OukW32EcG8 @WyoWhiskey #whisky #whiskey #theoriginalwhiskyinsidersinterviews pic.twitter.com/EkpTLzvCzO

— Steve Rush 🥃 (@TheWhiskyWire) March 2, 2019

Well, you already know that I like look at whiskey reviews. This one is for a Scotch Whiskey, a world I haven't explored quite as much as the whiskey and bourbon worlds. Reviews are a great way to learn about new products and expand your knowledge, and then as a result, expand your collection!

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— Boston Luxury (@BostonLuxForYou) March 2, 2019

Johnnie Walker Wine Cask Blend

Johnnie Walker Wine
Cask Blend

A few years ago, we went with some friends to a Johnnie Walker tasting. It was a great evening, complete with a video discussing the history of the Johnnie Walker brand, a lesson in whiskey tasting with the Black Label, and then an opportunity to have 4 drinks, with 4 different blends, Black Label, Red Label, Double Black, and then finally the Blue Label. Since then, I have always kept at least Black Label in my stock, sometimes a few others. I came across the Wine Cask Blend and was instantly intrigued.


About the Whiskey:

Wine Cask Blend is a blend of grain and malt Scotch whiskies, some of which are finished in red wine casks, or barrels. The Johnnie Walker website does not give a lot of information about the grains or malt used or which distilleries the whiskies came from.


Appearance:

Wine Cask Blend has a rose gold appearance.


Nose:

Johnnie Walker Wine
Cask Blend

The grain alcohol is dominant on the nose, but there are some hints of oak and fruit.


Taste:

There are dominant notes of berries and fruits from the wine casks, but also a spice and some pepper


Finish: 

On the finish, Wine Cask blend packs a punch of spice and then mellows out with a lingering fruity finish.

25 Days of Whiskey

Last year for Christmas, I started to look at whiskey Advent calendars. They're expensive. Sure it would be nice to try some new whiskies each day that I hadn't been able to try before, but then, I realized I could do my own Advent calendar with my own stock, without spending a lot of extra money! This year, I'll be doing another 25 Days of Whiskey, starting on Saturday, 12/1/18! The list is below! Follow along on Twitter @nbonassin or Instagram @memyselfandcuisine!

1792
Bulleit Rye
Balcones Baby Blue
Jefferson's
Garrison Brothers

Macallan 12
TX Blended Whiskey
Glendronach 12
Jameson
Laphroaig 10

1835
Bulleit 10
Oban
Clyde Mayes Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Sazarac Rye

Balcones Rye
Buffalo Trace
WL Weller Special Reserve
TX Straight Bourbon
George Dickel

Johnnie Walker Black Label
Four Roses
Glenmorangie Original
Eagle Rare
Clyde Mayes Alabama Style Whiskey

The Whiskey Tapes

Hello there! I started this blog to talk about whiskey and beer! I wanted to have a space separate from my other blog, Me, Myself, and Cuisine, to talk about whiskey and beer! This is going to be a great journey and I hope you will follow along!

Slainte!