Author: Xenoraiser
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Stagg Jr. Batch 14 Scoresheet & Review
Around this time last year, I tried Stagg Jr. for the first time. It was a procured sample of batch 13 that I split into two separate pours, mostly to double-check my thoughts. By the time I finished my second pour, I frustratedly declared it my favorite whiskey. Fast-forward a…
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Jim Beam Repeal Batch Scoresheet & Review
A common point of contention for whiskey enthusiasts is the impact of chill filtration. The overly simplified version is this: Subject the whiskey to freezing temperatures, thereby removing cloudiness and residue from the final, bottled spirit. Some claim this process results in a less robust drinking experience, while others believe…
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Larceny Scoresheet & Review
I have an odd history with Larceny. It was one of the first brands I reached for when acclimating to neat pours, and let’s just say my impressions weren’t overly enthusiastic. Despite this, I’ve revisited it more than other expressions, so why do I keep coming back? In a word:…
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Bardstown Bourbon Company Discovery Series #4 Scoresheet & Review
If you’re into bourbon, you undoubtedly know about the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC). All someone has to say is “George T. Stagg” and an extended discussion will almost certainly follow. Any expression in the lineup is considered peak bucket list bourbon material, so much so that I’d personally take…
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Calumet Farm 14-Year Single Rack Black Scoresheet & Review
Calumet Farm is a brand I’ve wanted to explore ever since sampling their 10-year bourbon. Considering I’m a fan of Barton 1792, which is from where Calumet Farm likely source their whiskey, it stands to reason that slightly older material from them could be to my liking. I even considered…
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Evan Williams Single Barrel (2012 Vintage) Scoresheet & Review
Evan Williams Single Barrel holds a small, nostalgic place in my heart. When I purchased my first bottle years ago, I felt like I had something slightly special, what with the wax top, neck tag, and barrel dates to boot. Heaven Hill might be known for their budget-level whiskey, but…
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The Macallan 12-Year Sherry Oak Scoresheet & Review
If you’re a scotch fan, then you know The Macallan. The self-proclaimed “luxury single malt” is positively ubiquitous, right down to its frequent appearances in entertainment (see: Better Call Saul, Cobra Kai, Skyfall). Head to the company’s website and you’ll find no shortage of branding and product ranges. And unlike…
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Glenmorangie Lasanta Scoresheet & Review
Revisiting the Glenmorangie Tasting Set has brought a couple small surprises, namely a slight bump in appreciation for Nectar d’Or and a respective decrease in fondness for The Original. However, I was most interested in trying the other two expressions. Quinta Ruban, as you’ll see here, still won me over…
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Whistlepig 10-Year Scoresheet & Review
Few brands elicit split reactions quite like Whistlepig. On one hand, praise is given to the quality of their sourced whiskey and especially their distillery tour experience. As for criticism, this primarily manifests in pricing woes. The once-baseline 10-year? $70, please. The 12-year Bespoke Rye? That’ll be $130. The 15-year…
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Glenmorangie Nectar d’Or Scoresheet & Review
“Subtle” is among the more interesting words one can use to describe a whisky. There are a couple of ways it can be used, but I typically choose it when labeling something as understated. As a bourbon lover, I’ll admit that discerning between nuanced and straight-up boring isn’t always plain…
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Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban Scoresheet & Review
Finished whisky is huge. It’s to the point that if a household brand doesn’t have at least one finished product, then it makes them an outlier. The process, where a whisky is matured and then dumped into a different cask, has supposedly drawn the ire of some whisky purists (I’ve…
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Glenmorangie The Original Scoresheet & Review
Glenmorangie was one of my first single malt scotches. Prior to trying it, my exposure had been limited to the likes of Johnnie Walker and Monkey Shoulder. In other words: the stuff many scotch-curious drinkers start with. My palate has greatly expanded since, but those first few expressions can often…
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