by NBBAdmin | Jul 19, 2018 | Reviews
We whisky fans are an unashamedly geeky bunch. Some of us are more geeky than others to be fair but beneath our malty and sometimes peaty exteriors lies a nerdy centre. Some of my favourite tasting experiences have been deconstructions, verticals or side by sides so...
by NBBAdmin | Jul 19, 2018 | Reviews
Before beginning, it’s important to note that Mourvedre is a remarkable grape varietal. You may also know it as Monastrell, originating from Spain. It’s not an incredibly popular grape like Cabernet, Merlot, or Pinot—rarely will you see it without sisters Grenache and...
by NBBAdmin | Jul 16, 2018 | Reviews
Country: USA Region: Kentucky Type: Bourbon Bottler: Distiller ABV: 57.5% Score: 92 points This “Prohibition-Style” Bourbon reflects Old Forester’s history as one of the few distilleries allowed to operate during Prohibition making whiskey for “medicinal use.” The...
by NBBAdmin | Jul 16, 2018 | Reviews
What should a “special release” bourbon entail, exactly? That’s a very general question, but a jumping off point that any distillery must assess when they conceive a special product and then bestow it with a name like “The President’s Choice.” Should that bourbon be...
by NBBAdmin | Jul 15, 2018 | Reviews
Proof: 132.9 Age: 14 Years MSRP: $200 (2018) Available only in Kentucky, King of Kentucky is a rebirth of the classic brand by Brown-Forman. The original King of Kentucky label was named in honor of horse racing, also known as the “sport of kings.” According to the...
by NBBAdmin | Jul 15, 2018 | Reviews
Country: USA Region: Virginia Type: Bourbon Bottler: Distiller ABV: 45% Score: 87 points This two-year-old wheated Bourbon from Virginia’s KO Distilling has caramel, campfire smoke, allspice, and hints of honey and brown sugar on the nose. The taste is peppery and...
