Scotch : Highland – The first impression leaves you with the feeling that you’ve just drank some sea water and … More
Author: Russ
Old Potrero 18th Century Style Whiskey (D)
Rye – This is 100% rye mash. The high proof of this makes the initial smell burn a little, but … More
Old Overholt Bonded (B)
Rye – Tastes old, nostalgic; caramelly, good rye taste, not great. Cheap, but enjoyable. Fun facts : This is the … More
Old Forester 1920 (B-)
Bourbon – Over proof and that can get in the way. There is a strong rye base and no notable … More
Old Fitzgerald (C+)
Wheated Bourbon – No smell of note, but it does have a nice wheat flavor that fades away in to … More
Old Ezra (C)
Bourbon – You can’t tell it’s a bourbon on the first taste. I think it’s trying to be too many … More
Ohishi Whisky (C+/B-)
Japanese Whisky – This being a rice based whisky means it has some very interesting flavors. Do not sample after … More
Nikka Whisky Pure Malt (black) (A)
Japanese Whisky – Sweet, floral smell and taste. Honey. Sweetness. Like a Scotch, but not. The Japanese really can do … More
Mortlach 12 the Wee Witchie (B+)
Scotch : Speyside – There isn’t much of a nose to this because it’s not heavily malted and there is … More
Monkey Shoulder (C)
Scotch : Blended – I disliked this so much, I didn’t write anything about it.