Podcasts about Oloroso

This week on The Whiskey Trip, Big Chief barrels into Northern Kentucky—a land where whiskey history runs thicker than molasses and the ghosts of rectifiers past still linger in the mash. He sits down with Bill Whitlow of Wenzel Whiskey, housed in a restored 1873 brick beauty that's equal parts heritage and hustle. Together, they toast to the long-overlooked rectifiers—those scrappy, bootleg-era blenders who kept the whiskey flowing when times were rough and barrels were rougher. First up: Wenzel's Sherry-Finished Bourbon. Aged four years, then wooed for three more in Oloroso casks, this 109-proof sipper hits with coffee liqueur, dark chocolate, and dried fruit that could charm a priest into sin. Then comes their four-grain wheated bourbon—65% corn, oats, wheat, and barley—with a 112.4 proof kick. It smells like breakfast in heaven (toast, honey, butterscotch) and finishes like dessert with a twist of lemon and a slap of white pepper. Finally, they light the fuse with the Rectifier's Rye—three 7+ year barrels of 95/5 rye, bottled at 114.4 proof. It's hot, sticky, and spiced like a love letter from the devil. Think hot honey, oak, molasses, and a finish of black licorice that hangs around longer than your in-laws. This episode is a whiskey-fueled nod to history's hidden heroes—and a damn good time. Pour a glass. Buckle up. This is The Whiskey Trip.

In the brewing and distilling industries there is a mutual appreciation of the craftsmanship, skill and process involved in creating these fantastic liquids. And today's guest, having worked and studied in both fields, is well placed to do just that. Earlier this month Glen Scotia, part of Loch Lomond Distillery, unveiled Glen Scotia 50 Year Old. Glen Scotia Elements of Campbeltown Release Number One: Air is described as an exceptional 50-year-old single malt which marks a pivotal moment in the distillery's history, as its oldest ever release.And this prestigious release follows on from the launch of Loch Lomond Whiskies 50-year-old single malt. These esteemed liquids have seen the light of day thanks to the stewardship of Michael Henry, a reputed distiller who has a background in both brewing and distilling. A whisky five decades in the making, Loch Lomond 50 Year Old is drawn from Loch Lomond Distillery's oldest reserves and is exclusively limited to 100 individually-numbered bottles worldwide.  Distilled in 1973 in the distillery's unique straight neck pot stills, it uses 100% unpeated malted barley. It was then aged in a combination of refilled American oak casks, first fill bourbon casks and Oloroso sherry hogsheads. The maturation process was carefully managed by Loch Lomond Whiskies' master blender, Michael Henry, who joined Loch Lomond Distillery in 2007. And the distillery's oldest and rarest whisky casks remain exclusively under his personal care.In this episode, Michael talks us through in his involvement in this special project, he takes us through his career to-date and also shares what keeps him driven and inspired.

Happy New Year and welcome to our special New Year's Day episode! As we kick off 2025, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible whiskies we've had the pleasure of experiencing over the past year. We're joined once again by our good freind Jayac (aka The Whisky Amateur) and of course Posh, to help us round up our favourite whiskies of 2024. From new discoveries to old favourites, we open some truly special bottles, including some we've featured before and some exciting new ones. Thank you to everyone who has supported us this year—whether you're a long-time listener or new to the Uncut & Unfiltered family. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to bring you even more whisky adventures in 2025. Grab a dram, sit back, and join us for an epic recap of 2024's best whiskies. Cheers to an amazing year ahead!

This week on Drinks and a Movie, we're diving into Park Chan-wook's Joint Security Area (2000), a gripping mystery-thriller set in the heart of the Korean DMZ. When a fatal shooting leaves two North Korean soldiers dead and a fragile peace hanging by a thread, a neutral Swiss investigator is sent to unravel the truth. What unfolds is a tense, emotional, and deeply human story about friendship, loyalty, and the devastating consequences of division.And what better way to pair a film about international tensions than with a whiskey that brings a unique twist to a classic? We're tasting the Jack Daniel's Sherry Finish Distillery Exclusive, a bold Tennessee whiskey finished in Oloroso sherry casks. Does this special release live up to the hype? And how does Joint Security Area hold up over 20 years later? Pour a glass and join us for the conversation!

The Flask at Hand is back and kicking this episode off with a tasting of Auchentoshan Three Wood, a Lowland single malt aged in bourbon, Oloroso, and Pedro Ximénez casks. We break down its soft, marshmallowy mouth feel and dark cherry flavors pondering just how much whiskey is too much before discussing bizarre science. From there, we dive into the fascinating world of dolphins and how unihemispheric sleep is necessary for their survival. Then, we take an unexpected turn into the surprising uses of poop as medicine (some not AS useful as others). We then delve into some early hypnosis tales that lead to experiments suggesting that plants might "respond" to stressors under polygraph testing. Can plants feel our thoughts? A dram in hand, a mind full of weird facts—just another night with The Flask at Hand. Thanks for listening! The Whiskey: https://www.auchentoshan.com/whiskies Sources of our info:  https://us.whales.org/whales-dolphins/how-do-dolphins-sleep/#:~:text=This%20type%20of%20sleep%20is,need%20without%20ever%20losing%20consciousness.

New Riff Sour Mash Single Malt Enters Its Second Batch Join us as we welcome the singular Jay Erisman, co-founder of New Riff Distillery. From his beginnings as a fine spirits manager at the renowned Party Source to collaborating on innovative projects with Buffalo Trace and Four Roses, Jay's story is one of passion and ingenuity. Together with Ken Lewis, Jay turned a serendipitous moment into the creation of New Riff Distillery, a hub of creative whiskey production known for its experimental releases like the Backsetter series. More info on the Single Malt: https://www.newriffdistilling.com/single-malt/ Discover the art and science behind New Riff's single malt whiskey – now celebrating its second batch – where traditional techniques meet groundbreaking experimentation. Jay reveals the distillery's use of both new charred oak and a variety of used barrels, such as Portuguese brandy and Oloroso sherry, to craft complex and intriguing whiskey expressions. Inspired by Scottish traditions yet distinctly American, New Riff's creations push the boundaries of flavor, offering a peated malt whiskey that stands as a testament to their inventive spirit and dedication to crafting bold and flavorful spirits suited for diverse proof preferences. Explore the future of craft whiskey with insights into New Riff's upcoming releases and the art of whiskey blending. Learn how pioneering distilleries like Springbank and innovators like Compass Box inspire New Riff's approach to blending different malt whiskeys and cask types. With exciting prospects like whiskey number six, the Chevalier, and Paolo Cortado sherry casks on the horizon, New Riff continues to captivate whiskey enthusiasts with rich, smoky expressions that intrigue both bourbon and scotch lovers. Tune in to experience the harmonious balance of tradition and innovation that defines New Riff's unique approach to whiskey-making. Thanks everyone for listening, and thank you to Jay for entering the Whiskey Ring!   Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, BAXUS Baxus is the world's leading collectible spirits marketplace, with user-friendly options for buyers, sellers, and collectors looking to vault their collections. Use my link below to visit the BAXUS.CO website and sign up!  BAXUS Website BAXUS on Instagram BAXUS on Facebook BAXUS on Twitter/X BAXUS on LinkedIn Thanks to our Lead Sponsor, Black Button Distillery  Black Button Distilling Website Black Button Distilling on Facebook Black Button Distilling on Instagram _________________________________________________________ If you haven't joined the Patreon community yet, please consider doing so at patreon.com/whiskeyinmyweddingring There is 1 more spot available at the $25/month bottle share club level.  If you haven't yet, please follow Whiskey in my Wedding Ring and the Whiskey Ring Podcast on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter on the website.  New Riff Distillery New Riff Distillery Website New Riff Distillery on Instagram New Riff Distillery on Facebook New Riff Distillery on Twitter New Riff Distillery on YouTube

https://www.whisky.de/p.php?id=HEARA0OC0 Nosing 04:09 Wir verkosten den The Hearach First Fill Oloroso Cask Matured 2024. Dieser The Hearach ist der zweite Single Malt Whisky der Isle of Harris Brennerei, welche zuvor schon durch den Isle of Harris Gin international bekannt wurde. Bei der Produktion des Gins und auch des Whiskys wird hoher Wert auf das Handwerk gelegt, welches von einem jungen Team einheimischer Destillateure, vom ersten Nosing bis zum manuellen bedienen von Dampfventilen, sorgfältig verrichtet wird. Das weiche Wasser, das für 'The Hearach' verwendet wird, stammt aus dem Regenwasser-Bach Abhainn Cnoc a 'Charrain, der über einen der ältesten Felsen der Erde verläuft und einen niedrigen Mineraliengehalt aufweist. Das ozeanische Klima auf der Insel wird durch die Strömungen des Golfstroms begünstigt. Dieses System hält die saisonalen Temperaturen bemerkenswert stabil, was auch dem Reifeprozess zugute kommt. Apropos Reifeprozess: für die neueste Abfüllung kamen zu 100% sorgfältig ausgewählte Oloroso Sherry Fässer von der renommierten Bodega José y Miguel Martin in Andalusien zum Einsatz. ► Abonnieren: http://www.youtube.com/user/thewhiskystore?sub_confirmation=1 ► Whisky.de Social Media ○ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskyde ○ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whisky.de/ ○ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Whisky.de/ ○ Twitter / X: https://www.threads.net/@whisky.de ○ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@whisky.de ○ Telegram: https://t.me/whisky_de ► Podcast: https://www.whisky.de/shop/newsletter/#podcast ► Merch: https://whiskyde-fanartikel.creator-spring.com/ Mehr Informationen finden Sie in unserem Shop auf Whisky.de/shop

This is the weekly columnHalloween is next week, but if you are giving wine advice it's best to give your audience some time to act on it.First, I know of no decent pairing of wine with treacly sweet trick-or-treat candy. With somewhat less sugary candy, you can go with light, sweet wines. Wine must be at least as sweet as the candy.If the treat is dark chocolate, you have real options. Dark chocolate typically contains 50-90% cocoa solids. The higher the percentage of cocoa, the better to pair with wine. Vintage or ruby port, sherry, and marsala are classic fortified wine pairings. Non-fortified pairing wines include zinfandel, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and New World pinot noir.If you are not part of the child extortionists plot, you can always enjoy the frivolity of an adult costume party and real wine pairings. Charcuterie boards work well with almost the entire panoply of wine. If you are enjoying a full regular meal, the usual food-wine pairings apply.When you get to dessert, dark chocolate is in play. With pumpkin pie there are several choices:• Mascatel sherry. Its honey, caramel, and raisin notes nicely pair with the pie.• California chardonnay. A full-bodied chard with plenty of oak, butter, and vanilla flavors will work especially nicely with pie crust.• Tawny port. Nutty and dried fruit flavors complement the pie.• Oloroso sherry. Sweet, nutty flavors match with autumnal flavors of the pie.• Late harvest gewürztraminer. Nutmeg, vanilla, and cinnamon flavors in this sweet wine complement spices in pumpkin pie.• Riesling ice wine. Sweetness and acidity work with the pie's rich, creamy textures.As with candy, the key is the wine must be at least as sweet as the pie. In fact, that is a good rule of thumb for all wine and food pairings.Now you are set for the last day of October ordeal or fun fest, however you roll. Answer the doorbell, pay off the kiddos demanding tribute, practice moderation, wake up the next morning to prepare for the next holiday.Tasting notes• Cockburn's No. 1 Special Reserve Porto NV: Delicious, approachable. The world's most popular special reserve premium port. $18-20 Link to my review• Lustau East India Solera Sherry: Fascinating interplay of tangy, salty notes of oloroso grapes (80% of blend), sweetness of pedro ximénez grapes. $22-28 Link to my reviewLast roundThis Halloween I decided to go as a harp. At the party, a gentleman asked, “what are you supposed to be?”“A harp,” I replied.“No, no,” he protested. “You're too small to be a harp.”“So,” I asked, “are you calling me a lyre?”Wine time.Email: wine@cwadv.comNewsletter: gusclemens.substack.comWebsite:  Gus Clemens on Wine websiteFacebook:  facebook.com/GusClemensOnWine/posts/Twitter (X): @gusclemensLong form wine stories on Vocal: Gus Clemens on VocalLinks worth exploringDiary of a Serial Hostess Ins and outs of entertaining; witty anecdotes of life in the stylish lane.As We Eat Multi-platform storytelling explores how food connects, defines, inspires. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit gusclemens.substack.com/subscribe

  This single barrel of cask strength Angel's Envy finished in Oloroso sherry cask and bottled at 115.3 proof is a fruit and leather showstopper. Cinnamon candy on the nose with subtle red fruit and toffee. On the palate, traditional bourbon notes lead with leather, vanilla, apricot and chocolate, but from mod-palate on the sherry takes over imparting a very rich raspberry wine note that pairs PERFECTLY with the whiskey. Based on the retail of cask strength AE the last several years, this is a deal!

Jake takes a deep dive into Scotland in this week's episode featuring Tamdhu Single Malt Whisky.  He's joined by Gordon Dallas, Brand Development & Advocacy Director for Tamdhu, for an informative and enlightening comparative tasting of a portion of the Tamdhu portfolio of sherry cask whiskies. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.  We are thankful for your support over the last 5 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our growing Patreon Community of supporters! As always, we'd appreciate it if you would take a few minutes time to give us feedback on Bourbon Lens podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 Star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a written review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X.  Also, consider supporting Bourbon Lens on Patreon for some of the behind the scenes, to earn Bourbon Lens swag, join the Bourbon Lens Tasting Club, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or guest suggestions, please email us at Info@BourbonLens.com. Check out BourbonLens.com to read our blog posts, whiskey news, podcast archive, and whiskey reviews. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens   About Tamdhu: Tamdhu is owned by Ian MacLeod Distillers, one of Scotland's leading independent family-owned distillers. Tamdhu is 100% matured in the finest Oloroso sherry oak casks from Spain. Tamdhu uses only the best Oloroso sherry seasoned American and European oak casks giving the award-winning single malt its natural, dark amber color, intense richness on the palate and its deep, long finish. Born on the banks of the River Spey in 1897, its quality is also defined by the wisp of peat in its malted barley and the natural Speyside water that is drawn directly from the Tamdhu spring. About Gordon Dundas, International Brand Ambassador for Ian MacLeod Distillers: Gordon has been working in the whisky industry directly for over 17 years. Although initially having been an engineer and then working in the Sport events and hospitality industry, he had always had an interest in the wonderful whisky world. Gordon started working for international title Whisky Magazine in 2003 gaining incredible insights and knowledge of the whisky industry and setting up the famous Whisky Live shows internationally in the US, Asia and Australia. In 2011, Gordon then joined Morrison Bowmore Distillers (and laterally Beam Suntory) as Global Brand Ambassador working in European, Asian and Travel Retail markets. Working on Bowmore, Auchentoshan and Glen Garioch initially then the whole Beam Suntory whisky portfolio. Gordon was honoured to be appointed a Keeper of the Quaich in 2013. In 2017, Gordon joined family owned Ian MacLeod Distillers Ltd (IMD) as International Brand Ambassador. IMD were awarded Whisky Magazine's 2018 Distiller of the Year, and are producers of the award winning Glengoyne, Tamdhu and Smokehead single malt whiskies along with Edinburgh Gin. In 2017 IMD also purchased Rosebank and are currently in the process of re-building this iconic distillery. Gordon's whisky journey is always ongoing and he loves the international travel it brings, the fabulous people around the world enjoying whisky and working with a team of talented people! Tamdhu Whiskey Portfolio Snapshot: Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch (SRP: $67.99) - Matured in ex-sherry casks for 12years, this drink holds aromas of cinnamon rolls, orange candy, fresh oak, raisins & traces of mint. The palate offers notes of banana, raspberry jam, malty biscuits & toasted oak, with cinnamon and dried fruit flavors that linger in finish. Tamdhu 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch (SRP: $129.99) - Aged in Oloroso Sherry casks, this 15 year old Tamdhu has aromas of apple pie, spiced currants and orange zest. The palate is full of juicy apricots, vibrant raspberries and bitter almonds, before a long finish full of malty biscuits and creamy sherry notes. Gold Medal winner at the 2024 San Francisco International Spirits Competition Tamdhu 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch (SRP: $199.99) - The oldest expression at Tamdhu is fully matured only in Oloroso seasoned Sherry Casks. Both the richness of European Oak and the more subtle American Oak flavors combine with the fruity this very limited edition.

Diálogo nocturno con desde Bogotá, Colombia, con los Infrequent Drinkers, whisky club de amigos formado por Andrés Baquero, Andrés Cuervo, Miguel Mesa, Luis Noguera y Jorge Velázquez. Hablamos de clubes de whisky, de compartir botellas con amigos, de whisky de colección, y las historias detrás de las botellas.Bebimos Glendronach Hand Filled 11 años PX (52.8% ABV), Arran Barrel Reserve Infrequent Tawny Port Finish (43% ABV),  Edradour 10 Años Bourbon Cask (60.4% ABV), Bladnoch Dragon Series 1st fill Bourbon & Sherry (49.9% ABV), Glendronach Cask Strength Batch 10 Oloroso & PX Sherry (58.6% ABV), y Signatory Secret Speyside 2009 14 Años ex-Bourbon for The Whisky Barrel (64% ABV).

https://www.whisky.de/p.php?id=THY000000 Nosing 04:23 Wir verkosten den Thy Single Malt 2024. Der Thy Single Malt besteht zu 100% aus Gerste, die von der Farm-Brennerei selbst angebaut, gemälzt und destilliert wurde. Gereift wurde der Whisky in Bourbon-, Oloroso und Pedro Ximénez Sherryfässern. Das Anwesen der Familie Gyrup ist die Heimat der Brennerei, die auf dem eigenen Bio-Bauernhof beheimatet ist. Dort werden alle Getreidearten für die Herstellung der Whiskys angebaut und in der eigenen Mälzerei ist genügend Platz, um Bio-Malz für eine Reihe anderer dänischer und internationaler Brauereien und Brennereien herzustellen. Thy ist ein idyllischer Ort im Nordwesten Dänemarks, dessen Landschaft und Terroir die Abfüllungen der Brennerei vom Feld bis in die Flasche prägt. ► Abonnieren: http://www.youtube.com/user/thewhiskystore?sub_confirmation=1 ► Whisky.de Social Media ○ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskyde ○ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whisky.de/ ○ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Whisky.de/ ○ Twitter / X: https://www.threads.net/@whisky.de ○ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@whisky.de ○ Telegram: https://t.me/whisky_de ► Podcast: https://www.whisky.de/shop/newsletter/#podcast ► Merch: https://whiskyde-fanartikel.creator-spring.com/ Mehr Informationen finden Sie in unserem Shop auf Whisky.de/shop

With Memorial Day Weekend fast approaching, the Delicious City gang have scoured the internet (i.e. we polled our followers) for the best beach experiences that'll turn a typical holiday weekend into a legendary party. We've got the info for you, plus the scoop on the new restaurant from the mind of Liz Grothe, self-described “fearlessly silly” Philly chef.  (00:00:00) Everybody vote for Dave Wez for Philly Mag's Influencer of the Year award!  (00:07:04) Liz Grothe tells us about how she landed in Philadelphia, via a food safety job involving cheesesteaks (00:27:45) The story behind Couch Cafe, the in-home dinners that Liz began after she quit her corporate job. She tells us how her own couch became the hottest seat in town, and the crew discuss how collab culture in Philly has rapidly grown in the past few years  (00:34:00) Liz reveals the debut plans for Scampi, and Italian concept opening this summer in the spot that Neighborhood Ramen currently occupies (but not for much longer!)  (00:47:22) Best Bites include a mini golf breakfast, a classic pizza, oyster with ramp sauce, and a pork gyro (01:00:47) Bored with burgers and dogs on the grill? Try something new this Memorial Day Weekend! Eli, Marisa and Dave suggest local businesses that'll bring ice luges, mechanical bulls, oyster shuckers and even a mobile hibachi grill to your house party  (01:14:04) In It To Win It! We're partnering with Oloroso for your chance to win an amazing Spanish experience right here in Philly. Listen for the secret word and DM it to @deliciouscitypodcast on Instagram to enter. Visit olorosophl.com to learn more. (01:18:43) Food News: several Philly mainstays are celebrating milestone anniversaries, like Pumpkin and Vetri Cucina. Plus, two cheesesteak mainstays have big announcements, and a couple coffee shops opening up soon  (01:26:46) Pop-Up Run-Down - Festival season is in full swing!    And of course, we could not do this without our amazing partners who are as passionate about food and drink as we are: For the most tasty, healthy, and satisfying salads and noodle dishes in Philly, click here to order Honeygrow We are so excited for our newest partner, Dewey Beer. Check them out to see all the incredible flavors that they are brewing right here in the mid-Atlantic region! Balancing a busy life and eating healthy is a challenge for anyone. Make your life easier and more delicious with Performance Meal Prep Social media and digital content are two of the most important things you can create for your brand. Check out Breakdown Media, a one stop shop for all of your marketing needs

https://www.whisky.de/p.php?id=KYROE0OL0 Nosing 05:06 Wir verkosten den Kyrö Malt Rye Oloroso. Der finnische Malt Rye Whisky besteht aus gemälztem Roggen. Durch den zusätzlichen Schritt des Mälzens, kommen die Fruchtnoten im Rye wesentlich deutlicher zur Geltung, zudem ist das Roggenmalz etwas säuerlicher und brotiger als ungemälzter Roggen. Generell wird Roggen selten für die Whiskyherstellung gemälzt. Roggenmalz ist vor allem in der Brotherstellung weit verbreitet. Das besondere an dieser exklusiv für Deutschland abgefüllten Edition ist das Finish in Oloroso Sherryfässern. Die Kyrö Distillery Company wurde im Jahre 2012 von fünf Freunden während eines Saunabesuches gegründet. ► Kyrö Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0c4kGdVapNQHrQLl1GbbUc_goC2xWY-B ► Abonnieren: http://www.youtube.com/user/thewhiskystore?sub_confirmation=1 ► Whisky.de Social Media ○ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskyde ○ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whisky.de/ ○ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Whisky.de/ ○ Twitter / X: https://www.threads.net/@whisky.de ○ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@whisky.de ○ Telegram: https://t.me/whisky_de ► Podcast: https://www.whisky.de/shop/newsletter/#podcast ► Merch: https://whiskyde-fanartikel.creator-spring.com/ Mehr Informationen finden Sie in unserem Shop auf Whisky.de/shop

As always the start is about our travels and community speaking events was from Miami to Bremen we talk about Tetsi flies and the rule of ‘Don't look at the Boob' when Steve knew it was the answer to another memory problem…The Boys talk about the new gameshow “ It Depends” which you can find here  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcB3Ba6K6N3HMUbt6yVT1Bg After 15 minutes of community talk the boys went around the world… Ami Diamond posted a great LinkedIn article comparing M365 to the new wonders of the world.  It was so cool that we decided it required more in-depth expertise from Steve and Marijn.https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7159248067244765186?updateEntityUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_feedUpdate%3A%28V2%2Curn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7159248067244765186%29So maybe this is AKA Jules Verne “Around the M365 World in 80 minutes”.So, enjoy the humour of Steve and Marijn as they discuss Ami's great post… check it out.Listen to Steve try all the tough words from around the world as we describe the output from the post and add a bunch of disrespect and fun…Then eventually the podcast gets technical as we bring in the M365 bits and break down the article from AMI.Enjoy even if the Chat GPT analogies are weak, the humour is good supermarket listening.Then we drank a whisky, I know a surprise right?  This was something interesting: a special bottled edition of the Edradour distillery from 1st fill Oloroso casks out of the smallest distillery in Scotland.  Dark and a powerhouse of flavour.

Old Pulteney, sounds like a bad British food choice #whisky #scotch #whiskey #peaty #podcast #radioshow #host Co hosts : Good ol Boy Justin, Made Man Brent, Made Man Maury, Made Man BobSIPS – On this episode we discussBalvenie, Glendronach, Old Pulteney & Ardbeg. Imagine savoring the Balvenie French Oak 16, a single malt that dances on the palate with floral notes and hints of apple skin. Or the Glendronach Batch 12, with its marriage of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks that Rachel Barrie, a master blender, has turned into a symphony of flavor. And then, there's the Old Pulteney lineup—the 12, 15, 18, and 25-year-olds—each offering a different shade of the coastal distillery's signature maritime charm. We will be discussing this whiskey and rating them from 1-5 with 5 being the best: Balvenie French Oak 16 Year Old Single Malt Whisky                            4 SIPSGlendronach Cask Strength Batch 12 Single Malt Whisky  4 SIPSOld Pulteney 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky                                  3 SIPSOld Pulteney 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky                                  5 SIPSOld Pulteney 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky                                  4 SIPSOld Pulteney 25 Year Old Single Malt Whisky                                  5 SIPSOld Pulteney Huddart Single Malt Whisky                                       4 SIPSArdbeg Heavy Vapours                                                                       4 SIPSinfo@sipssudsandsmokes.com X- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB - @sipssudsandsmokes Sips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back Roads Download your copy here:https://amzn.to/2XblorcThe easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes” Credits:TITLE: Maxwell SwingPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparx TITLE: FlapperjackPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparx TITLE: Back RoadsPERFORMED BY: Woods & WhiteheadCOMPOSED BY: Terry WhiteheadPUBLISHED BY: Terry WhiteheadCOURTESY OF: Terry WhiteheadPost production services : Pro Podcast SolutionsAdvertising sales: Contact us directlyContent hosting services: Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBeanProducer: Made Man BobSingle Malt Scotch, Whiskey Ratings,, Whiskey Enthusiasts, Scotch Whiskey Reviews, Whiskey Education, Limited Release WhiskeyApproved version45 day campaign

Old Pulteney, sounds like a bad British food choice #whisky #scotch #whiskey #peaty #podcast #radioshow #host Co hosts : Good ol Boy Justin, Made Man Brent, Made Man Maury, Made Man BobSIPS – On this episode we discuss Balvenie, Glendronach, Old Pulteney & Ardbeg. Imagine savoring the Balvenie French Oak 16, a single malt that dances on the palate with floral notes and hints of apple skin. Or the Glendronach Batch 12, with its marriage of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks that Rachel Barrie, a master blender, has turned into a symphony of flavor. And then, there's the Old Pulteney lineup—the 12, 15, 18, and 25-year-olds—each offering a different shade of the coastal distillery's signature maritime charm. We will be discussing this whiskey and rating them from 1-5 with 5 being the best:Balvenie French Oak 16 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 4 SIPSGlendronach Cask Strength Batch 12 Single Malt Whisky 4 SIPSOld Pulteney 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 3 SIPSOld Pulteney 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 5 SIPSOld Pulteney 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 4 SIPSOld Pulteney 25 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 5 SIPSOld Pulteney Huddart Single Malt Whisky 4 SIPSArdbeg Heavy Vapours 4 SIPSinfo@sipssudsandsmokes.com X- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB - @sipssudsandsmokes Sips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back Roads Download your copy here:https://amzn.to/2XblorcThe easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes” Credits:TITLE: Maxwell SwingPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparxTITLE: FlapperjackPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparxTITLE: Back RoadsPERFORMED BY: Woods & WhiteheadCOMPOSED BY: Terry WhiteheadPUBLISHED BY: Terry WhiteheadCOURTESY OF: Terry WhiteheadPost production services : Pro Podcast SolutionsAdvertising sales: Contact us directlyContent hosting services: Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBeanProducer: Made Man BobWhiskey Tasting Podcast, Balvenie French Oak 16, Glendronach Batch 12, Old Pulteney 12, Old Pulteney 15, Old Pulteney 18, Old Pulteney 25, Old Pulteney Huddart, Ardbeg Heavy Vapors, Single Malt Scotch, Whiskey Ratings, Sip Suds Smokes, Whiskey Enthusiasts, Distillery Insights, Flavor Profiles, Aroma Exploration, Peated Whiskey, Scotch Whiskey Reviews, Whiskey Education, Limited Release WhiskeyBalveniehttps://www.thebalvenie.com/Glendronachhttps://www.glendronachdistillery.com/Old Pulteneyhttps://www.oldpulteney.com/Ardbeghttps://www.ardbeg.com/Apple TVhttps://www.apple.com/apple-tv-plus/Slow Horseshttps://tv.apple.com/us/show/slow-horses/umc.cmc.3s4mgg2y7lj0t4c5x6o54e5m3YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/Dr. Bill Lumsdenhttps://www.ardbeg.com/en-gb/our-whisky-committee/dr-bill-lumsdenRachel Barriehttps://www.brown-forman.com/team/rachel-barrie/David C. Stewart MBEhttps://www.maltwhiskytrail.com/mwt-members/david-c-stewart-balvenie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tasting Notes  This classic Highland single malt is aged for 12 years in a combination of Oloroso and PX sherry casks, providing a fruit and sweetly cream driven malt with ginger cookie, dried red fruit, and orchard fruit. The malt has a touch of lemon curd, but the rich fruit takes over and leads to a balanced finish both malty and spicy.

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It's the end of year and of course we have one last episode to give you. Drinking tasty beers takes no breaks and neither do the episodes. As always, Martin brings his best to the episode with an outstanding 3 Fonteinen. Zenne Frontera Blend No 94 is a blend of five lambics aged in nine Oloroso barrels and one Amontillando barrel.  Stefan didn't want to be out done so he brings one of the stellar Lervig Off the Rack imperial stout. Off the Rack Port is a collab beer with Basqueland Brewing. The 13.4% ABV imperial stout is aged in tawny port barrels for 9 months. 2023 is over now and we're really excited about 2024...because that means more beers! Have a Happy New Year! #beer #craftbeer #drinks #3fonteinen #lambic #gueuze #imperialstout #lervig

Sherry is a complex wine with lots of terroir, tradition, and winemaking possibilities. In episode 495, we go over the stats on the region, the history, the terroir, and details on winemaking, including the solera system. We then describe the biologically aged wines – Fino and Manzanilla.    This show is a continuation of episode 495 but after listening to the show I did with MC Ice, I realized it was too meandering, so I recorded this version on my own.   This second part of the Sherry refresh has many aspects to it, and I do my best to be as clear as possible with it all. Here are the topics we cover: First, I give a 5 minute review of Sherry winemaking. I explain, anew, the biological aging process and then explain the Oxidative aging process of Olorosos and other wines I explain, in greater detail, the “in between” styles – Amontillado and Palo Cortado, which have been made by a combination of biological and oxidative aging but are slightly different Photo: Different types of Sherry. Source: Vinos de Jerez I talk about the three categories of Sherry styles: Vinos Generosos: the dry styles of Sherry – Fino, Manzanilla, Amontillado, Palo Cortado, Oloroso Vino dolces Naturales: Pedro Ximénez, Moscatel Vinos Generosos de Licor: Pale Cream, Medium, Cream Sherries I discuss the aging categories, which have been effect since 2000: VOS: Vinum Optimum Signatum or Very Old Sherry that has been in a solera for 20 years VORS: Vinum Optimum Rare Signatum or Very Old Rare Sherry that has been in a solera for 30+ years Photo: Legal age statements in sticker format from the Consejo Regulador   I wrap with some small changes to the DO that happened this year, sent to me by Patron Chaim G (thanks to Chaim!).   I give a thanks to the mixologists for keeping Sherry alive and then sign off!   Here is the show with Tio Pepe I mentioned... Ep 249: Revisiting Sherry with Andrew Sinclair of Tio Pepe Full show notes are on Patreon. Become a member today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople   Most information for the show from the Jerez DO _______________________________________________________________ I love my exclusive sponsor, Wine Access, my go-to source for the best selection of interesting, outstanding quality wines you can't find locally. The holidays are almost upon us -- don't forget to stock up for your holiday feasts and get a Wine Access gift card for everyone in your life!  Get 10% your first order with my special URL.    To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes

Working with a spirit of innovation involves a constant process of unlearning and relearning. You want to refine what has worked in the past and trim away what is not needed within your new process. When you lay that new template over the business of whiskey production, you also have to factor in the idea of “hurry up and wait” before you can make more changes and move a new product into its final form. On this episode, we talk once again with Master Distiller Chris Fletcher about the brand-new global travel retail (GTR) product American Single Malt finished in Oloroso sherry casks, about how the word “single” doesn't always correlate with the word “simple,” and about how this new endeavor just might bring about a new set of frequently asked questions, Around the Barrel. 

Tasting Notes:  Blood Oath Pact 9 is a blend of 16yr and 12yr old Kentucky straight bourbon along with a 7yr old finished in Oloroso sherry casks, bottled at 98.6 proof. Intensely lifted herbal notes on the nose with mint, pine, and honey emerging, some yellow fruit as well. On the palate, a very rich and warming center palate, exploding with orange fruit, leather, and spice. Best mid-palate intensity I've ever had in a bourbon. Extremely spicy finish with a touch of fruit at the end.

Heute mal in Tims Küche mit einer stattlichen Auswahl an Campbeltown Malts. Dabei Kilkerran 8 CS, einmal aus dem exBourbon Cask und einmal exSherry Cask matured. Tim macht zu feier des Tages den Hazelburn 12 Oloroso aus dem letzten Release der Springbank Distillery auf. Zu guter Letzt wagen wir uns an den Longrow 18. Großes Kino für uns zum Dienstag Abend. Wir besprechen Plattenspieler, Tastillery und aktuelle Releases. Viel Spaß beim hören wünschen Euch Olli und Tim

Can't believe we've done two and a half seasons without inviting you into the fantastic world of fortified. We kick off with some classic styles:Michel Tissot Arbois Vin Jaune $79Gonzalez Byass Tio Pepe Fino $37Principe Barbadillo Amontillado $21Barbadillo Oloroso $19The Final Drop Jacob's Creek Lively Bunch $25Follow us on instagram @winewithmegandmel

Brown Forman is an American company, best known as the owner of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, and bourbon brands Old Forester and Woodford Reserve.But in 2016, it got into Scotch whisky in a big way, buying The BenRiach Distillery Company, which included three distilleries: Benriach of course, in Speyside; the famous Highlands distillery, Glendronach; and also in the Highlands, but somewhat lesser known, Glenglassaugh.Stewart Buchanan held his role since 2012, prior to which he was Benriach's production manager, so he has tremendous insight into these distilleries and the Scotch whisky industry generally.He was in Australia for the launch of Glendronach 50 Year Old, the oldest expression it's ever released.Distilled in 1971, The GlenDronach Aged 50 Years has quietly slumbered over five long decades in rare Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks from the Spanish bodegas of Jerez in Andalucía.

Vi tar oss an den senaste utgåvan av Springbank local barley! Det är en av de absolut mest eftersökta återkommande släppen som finns, inte minst syns det på priserna på andrahandsmarknaden. Det är en 11-årig buteljering med en rolig mix av fat och naturligtvis den speciella karaktär som den udda kornsorten ger. Dessutom provar vi Hazelburn 10YO och storebrodern, och specialaren, Hazelburn 12 YO som lagrats till 100% på Olorosofat.Skål på dig och ha en trevlig WhiskyVecka

https://www.whisky.de/p.php?id=KILCH00S3 Nosing 03:04 Wir verkosten den Kilchoman Sanaig. Kilchoman Sanaig ist nach der Bucht Sanaigmore auf der Insel Islay benannt. Ursprünglich bestand die erste, limitierte Abfüllung von Sanaig aus Bourbonfässern und einem Teil Sherryfässern. Nun wurde die Fasszusammensetzung etwas umgestellt und der Großteil des Single Malts reift in Sherryfässern, hauptsächlich Oloroso. Jetzt auch als Podcast: https://www.whisky.de/shop/newsletter/#podcast Geschmacksbeschreibungen und Informationen finden Sie in unserem Shop auf Whisky.de Abonnieren: http://www.youtube.com/user/thewhiskystore?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whisky.de/ Telegram: https://t.me/whisky_de Merch: https://whiskyde-fanartikel.creator-spring.com/

On today's episode we have a glass of Laphroig Lore! Continuing our scotch series with special guest Ryan from the club, an Avid scotch fan! We talk about Lagavulin vs. Laphroig, the peating and malting process, and BBQ. All that and more on today's episode of Whiskey Chasers! Be sure to Like us on Facebook and follow us on instagram, as well as rate and review the show wherever you are listening, it really helps us out.Our Website is www.whiskeychaserspod.com, check us out! Thanks, and enjoy the show!Be sure to show some love for the company that brought you today's bottle!https://www.laphroaig.com/en/lore Last time we had Laphroaig on the podcast we talked about their colored past involving the war between two families/distilleries. More specifically we talked about the war over the water that is used and here is whyThe water supply that they pull from is already, naturally peated. Kilbride ReservoirThey hand cut their own peat3 months for it to dry out, weather permitting “Grassy roots and fungi” and “mainland peat is pull from the forest not by the sea”  is what makes Islay peat different than mainlandMalt their own BarleySteeping the malt (Soaked for 2 days)Still use a malting floor (Holds 7 tonnes=to 7.7 tons) Windows stay open to help maintain the right temperature (about 60 degrees)They also have to turn the barley once a dayPeating their BarleyThe peat it before it dries 17 hour process They use a cold smoke method (kind of like smoking cheese)This bottle:Created using techniques that have been passed down for generations, this single malt Scotch is made from some of the most precious whiskies in our Atlantic storehouse. Our master distillers select spirits from five different cask types, including ex-Bourbon barrels, 19th Century-style quarter casks and large Oloroso sherry butts.Aged anywhere from seven years to 21 years, each spirit brings its own element — and lore — to the blend.The result is the richest expression of our unforgettable peated whisky. Sparkling gold, this rich and smoky Scotch tastes of fall days by the ocean with hints of ash and bitter chocolate. A long, sweet finish and spicy chili tingle make this dram utterly unparalleled. Serve neat, or over ice.Complex blend of small-batch Scotch whisky, matured in five casksRich, smoky taste with hints of dark chocolate and ocean airCrafted based on traditions passed down through generationsAged from 7 to 21 years for the richest possible Laphroaig flavor2019 International Wine and Spirit Competition SilverSupport the showWebsite:www.whiskeychaserspod.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/whiskeychaserspodcastInsta:https://www.instagram.com/whiskeychaserspodcast/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeychaserspodcastThanks For Listening! Tell a Friend!

This week, Tony and Fingers reviewed the Padrón 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Maduro and Middle West Oloroso Wheat Whiskey. Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy (http://eatdrinksmokeshow.com) host Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Topics this week include; Krispy Kreme is discontinuing its grocery store doughnut line. We review some of their products. We also review Guinness Chocolate Stout Loaf Cake. That's right, Guinness cake. Why there may be no return to ‘normal' for the U.S. used vehicle market. The most annoying people at airport security, according to the TSA. Peanut butter is now a liquid, according to the TSA. All that and much more on episode 231 of Eat Drink Smoke. More information on the Padrón 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Maduro. Size - 6 1/2 x 50 Wrapper - Nicaragua Binder - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaragua Follow Eat! Drink! Smoke! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoEatDrinkSmoke | @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke | @eatdrinksmoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatdrinksmokepodcast | @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! On Apple Podcasts (http://bit.ly/eatdrinksmoke) On Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/09697f78-947d-4008-92f6-18f6b241774a/Eat-Drink-Smoke) On Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/eat-drink-smoke) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qf6qSmnpb5ctSMEtaB6lp)

https://www.whisky.de/p.php?id=GDRON15RE Nosing 02:58 Wir verkosten den Glendronach Revival 15 Jahre. Glendronach Revival kehrt nach dem Produktionsende im Jahr 2015 in das Brennereisortiment zurück, derzeit noch in sehr limitierten Mengen. Im Gegensatz zu seinem Vorgänger wurden zur Reifung nicht nur Oloroso, sondern auch PX Sherryfässer verwendet. Jetzt auch als Podcast: https://www.whisky.de/shop/newsletter/#podcast Geschmacksbeschreibungen und Informationen finden Sie in unserem Shop auf Whisky.de Abonnieren: http://www.youtube.com/user/thewhiskystore?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whisky.de/ Telegram: https://t.me/whisky_de Merch: https://whiskyde-fanartikel.creator-spring.com/

This is the weekly newspaper column.Wine's love-hate relationship 3-15-2023Wine has a love-hate relationship to oxygen. Not enough oxygen when it is in the winery and wine can be reductive—engendering volatile sulfur compounds. Burnt match and rotten eggs are common odor descriptors. Too much oxygen and the wine tastes “tired” and eventually turns to vinegar.When wine lives in the Goldilocks zone—not too much, not too little oxygen—everything is just right.Oxygen begins to affect wine as soon as the bottle is opened. At first this is a good thing, helping release suppressed aromas and flavors. It is why allowing wine to “breathe” either in your glass or in a decanter or aerator can be a good thing.At first, almost all wine can benefit—or at least not be harmed—by the initial exposure to oxygen. But the clock is ticking. As days pass after opening, wine becomes less enjoyable. There are devices and storage methods to slow the decline, but as long as the wine is exposed to oxygen decline is inevitable.Wine spoiled by too much oxygen exposure can be identified by sight, smell, and taste. Spoiled reds take on a rusty brown color; spoiled whites turn yellow, gold, or dark. Spoiled wine will have aromas of fruit replaced with bitter, even acetone smells. If the nose gives you pause, pour the wine down the drain instead of into your glass.If you aren't sure about spoilage, you can always taste the wine. Spoiled wine will not harm you, but it also will not bring joy. It will taste unbalanced. It will have nuttier notes and subdued fruit flavors. Higher alcohol wines will taste more alcoholic.Different wines have different after-opening drinkability. Wines with lower tannins—grenache, pinot noir, gamay, for example—spoil faster. Wines with higher sugars—riesling—last longer. Wines with high tannins, acidity, and sulfites last longer. Oxidized wines—madeira, Oloroso sherry, port—will last the longest after opening because oxidation is part of the process of creating the wine.Box wine can last a month after opening, particularly if stored in your refrigerator. There are storage methods that replace oxygen in the bottle with inert gasses—Coravin, for instance—that extend the life of a bottle for years.As with almost all things with wine, if the wine tastes good to you days or weeks after opening, then enjoy.Last round: When I see names of lovers carved into a tree, I don't find it romantic. I find it weird people take knives with them on dates. Wine time.This is a reader-supported publication. An upgrade to paid subscription ($5/month) gives you access to bonus material and complete archives. Opt out at any time.Thank you for reading Gus Clemens on Wine. This post is public so feel free to share it.Email: wine@cwadv.comNewsletter: gusclemens.substack.comWebsite:  gusclemensonwine.comFacebook:  facebook.com/GusClemensOnWine/posts/Twitter: @gusclemensLinks worth exploringDiary of a Serial Hostess Ins and outs of entertaining; witty anecdotes of life in the stylish lane.As We Eat Multi-platform storytelling explores how food connects, defines, inspires.Balanced Diet Original recipes, curated links about food systems, recipe reviews. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit gusclemens.substack.com/subscribe

Well we're here, we're on time and it's our birthday. Caskheads is 3 years old (and a day) when this episode dropped, which is great because if we were in Scotland, if we were a distilled malt spirit and if we had been made matured and bottled meeting SWA regulations, we'd be a whisky. In this episode we talk about Hazelburn which is a triple distilled release by the Springbank distillery in Campbeltown. We discuss the two most important events to have happened in 1997 (Sorry if you were born then, but I think we all agree it goes: Lost world Jurassic Park, then Hazelburn being released for the first time, after that fight amongst yourselves). This episode marks the end of season two for Caskheads but we will be back for season 3 soon. Finally we review not one but two Hazelburn whiskies, the standard 10 year old release alongside the 2023 12 year old Oloroso sherry cask release and although I forgot to thank them in the episode, thank you to the Springbank distillery for making this whisky. For those who enjoy our caffeine addled minds' creations I should also mention we have a second podcast which is fictional (or is it?) named GNSradio where an infinitely shadowy mega corporation with seemingly limitless amounts of money close to hand moves into a small town and slowly takes over. If you think it sounds fun or just want to shut me up check it out check out GNSradio now wherever you get your podcasts from or check out the teasers on here. For any questions email us at: caskheads@gmail.com And visit our website for more: caffeineaddledminds.co.uk

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Follow Steven (Instagram) and keep up with Lustau (Instagram)(website)Some sherries are sweet like port but ~95% of what is produced is dry. The style that caught Steven's attention was the driest, Fino. If you're looking for a sherry to begin with, he suggests Amontillado.  Yeast, referred to as "Flor", is used in the production of all wine. In biologically-aged sherries, this yeast is left in for years as the sherry ages, thus removing a greater amount of the wine's sugar, accounting for its striking dryness. Like Champagne, Sherry can only come from a designated region in southern Spain (The Consejo Regulador).Only 3 grape varietals are permitted for making Sherry: Palomino Fino, Moscatel, and Pedro Jiménez. Are you looking for a place to start with Sherry in cocktails? Use Fino or Manzanilla in a sour like a daiquiri in place of the rum or cut out half and substitute it in. Try a Manhattan-style cocktail with Amontillado, Palo Cortado, or Oloroso in substitution for the vermouth. Did I mention Lustau also makes vermouth?! They're fantastic!!I referenced Talia Baiocchi's book, Sherry. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit decodingcocktails.substack.com

On today's episode we have a glass of Laphroaig Select  This is our first bottle of Laphroaig on the podcast, and it's chris's favorite scotch brand!  This was all of our first time on this bottle, and we were impressed, definitely a different type of laphroaig!  We talk about Scotch feuds, types of scotch drinkers, and how much smoke is to much in scotch?All that and more on today's episode of Whiskey Chasers! Our Website is www.whiskeychaserspod.com, check us out! Thanks, and enjoy the show!Be sure to show some love for the company that brought you today's bottle!https://www.laphroaig.com/en/select Story:Started in 1815 after there was a surplus in Barley from the crop grown for the cattle Donald offered his brother Alexander £350 for his share of Laphroaig. Alexander agreed, and later emigrated to Australia where he lived to a ripe old age, dying in 1881.Unfortunately, Donald only lived until 1847. It is believed that he died after falling into a vat of partially-made whisky.Donald's only heir was his son, Dugald. At just 11 years old, he was too young to take over, so the distillery was looked after by his uncle, John Johnston, and a local farmer, Peter McIntyre.War raged between Mackie and Co, the blenders for Laphroaig, and the owners of Laphroaig from 1857-1921 Laphroaig firing Mackie and Co because they thought they were too big Several court casesMackie and Co blocking the water supply for LaphroaigMackie attempts to learn how to make Laphroaig to recreate it and sabotage it. Steals their head distiller Mackie figures out he sucks at making Laphroaig and tries to buy out the distiller, then the land, then the supply (but realizes it will cost too much to do any of that)By 1994 the distillery had the approval and love of Prince Charles. He visited the distillery and stamped his seal of approval Prince Charles revisited his beloved Laphroaig in 2008 as a part of his 60th birthday celebrationNow owned by Beam SuntoryThis Bottle (the Select)Our master distiller carefully draws whisky matured the historic way in Oloroso sherry butts, Pedro Ximinez seasoned hogsheads, and first-fill bourbon quarter casks to create this distinctive blend. The heart is drawn from a final maturation in new, American oak — a rarity in Scotch whisky production — which adds bold flavor.The final addition is our quintessential single malt scotch, Laphroaig 10, which is aged for a decade. With flavors of smoky peat,  spicy oak and a surprising sweetness, Laphroaig Select is a fantastic introduction to peated whisky.   A hand selected blend of single malt casks create a unique characterMix of American and European oak sherry and bourbon casksHeart of spirit drawn from American oak casks, rarely used in scotchComplex, deep whisky with notes of oak, peat and sweetnessWebsite:www.whiskeychaserspod.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/WhiskeychaserspodFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/whiskeychaserspodcastInsta:https://www.instagram.com/whiskeychaserspodcast/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeychaserspodcastThanks For Listening! Tell a Friend!

How many times have you tried a sherry-finished whiskey?  How many times have you tried the sherry it was finished in?  This week, I brought in sherry expert Monique Huston to talk about this fascinating fortified wine from Jerez, Spain. From Fino and Amontillado to Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez, sherry and wine-finishing has played an outsized role in whiskey maturation in the last century-plus.  In this episode, Monique and I talk through the history of Sherry (itself an Anglicization of Jerez) and how sherry came to be, how it became useful in European whisky-making, and why it deserves much more attention and appreciation.  Oh - Monique will also be back in the future. She's a multi-time panelist for tasting competition and an agave-spirit lover who has taken on the challenge of making me one too.  _________________ Before we jump into the interview just a few quick notes: If you haven't joined the Patreon community yet, please consider doing so! The $5 tier has access to the Patreon-only segment called “Under the Influencer”, where some of your favorite YouTubers/Instagrammers/Podcasters and more join me to talk whiskey, life, and influencing. This tier will also have priority access to upcoming barrel picks, including one coming up in partnership with the This is my Bourbon Podcast.  The $25 tier - for people who really want to propel the pod and website forward - will have the same benefits as the $5 tier plus right of first refusal to join me on future barrel picks, access to bottles I'm sent to taste and review, and more. The first three boxes of samples have already been sent and only 6 spots remain!  You can still support for as little as $1 a month if you'd like to stay up to date with these changes and news about what we've got coming up.  Finally, please do like and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you're listening - it really helps the Whiskey Ring Podcast move up the rankings.  If you haven't yet, please follow Whiskey in my Wedding Ring and the Whiskey Ring Podcast on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to the newsletter on the website.  Thanks for reading! Now here's Monique Huston of Winebow Fine Wine and Spirits. Thanks to our Sponsor, ImpEx Beverages https://impexbev.com ImpEx on Instagram ImpEx on Facebook ImpEx on Twitter Thanks to our Sponsor, Scotch Malt Whisky Society SMWS Website SMWS of America Website (Use code WRP for 20% off your membership!) SMWS/A Facebook SMWS/A Instagram SMWS/A Twitter SMWS/A YouTube

Do we still love Scotch, as it's been a few episodes since we've tasted some? We crack a bottle of Laphroaig Select and give our thoughts on where our tastebuds are leading us this evening. Laphroaig describes on their website how they craft this bottle. "Our master distiller carefully draws whisky matured the historic way in Oloroso sherry butts, Pedro Ximinez seasoned hogsheads, and first-fill bourbon quarter casks to create this distinctive blend. The heart is drawn from a final maturation in new, American oak — a rarity in Scotch whisky production — which adds bold flavor." Join us as we have fun, taste some whiskey, and enjoy our friendship. Learn more about Laphroaig Distillery online at - https://www.laphroaig.com/en/select Catch us on the web at - http://thewhiskyfriends.com/ Music by Adam Whitehead - https://www.facebook.com/adamwhiteheadmusic Email us at - thewhiskeyfriends@gmail.com

On this episode, I'm reviewing Town Branch's 11 year old single malt whiskey aged in Oloroso sherry casks while talking about new bills in the state of Kentucky that could help save private barrel selections from becoming illegal. Plus, I'm talking about a Japanese whiskey heist that involved over 7.7 million yen worth of whiskey!   Questions or comments? Reach me at contact@bourbonbytes.com Chat about this week's episode on the Bourbon Bytes Whiskey & Gaming Lounge Discord server at http://www.BourbonBytes.com  Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BourbonBytes Subscribe on YouTube for live streams and more: https://www.YouTube.com/BourbonBytes

Part 6.1 of IT'S THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT (AND I WANT WINE) How did fifteen years of development hell lead to what is inarguably* the greatest action movie of all time? What does 2022's post-isolation Jamie have to say about Max Rockatansky's sad loner vibe? What is “sculpting in time” and how does Scott connect it to this madcap, high octane, heavy metal, shiny and chrome car chase epic? Why does cartoonish warlord Immortan Joe strike our hosts as even more frightening now than he did when the movie first tore up the silver screen in 2015? WHO KILLED THE WORLD?! Answers to these questions and many more can only be found by crossing the desert of a world gone mad all the way to the Green Place… Where you'll find the “Play” button. Go on, press it now. The Lustau ‘Pata de Gallina' Oloroso Almacenista is available from K&L Wines for $30 USD. MAD MAX: FURY ROAD (2015) is directed by George Miller and stars Charlize Theron, Tom Hardy, and Nicholas Hoult. It is available to stream on HBOMax Follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @BiggerBottlePod Music is selected from Camille Saint-Saëns' ‘The Carnival of the Animals - XII. Fossils' as performed by the Seattle Youth Symphony, licensed under Creative Commons (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/legalcode)

The Gents head to Jerez to learn about Sherry! Come listen as they continue studying the spirits and wines put into whisky casks before the whisky gets there. Drams TastedFinoAmontilladoOlorosoPedro Ximenez Glendronnach ParliamentBalvenie Single Barrel Sherry CaskArdbeg Uigeadail 

This week we are trying The Sexton Irish Whiskey. This is a 100% Irish malted barely whiskey triple distilled in copper pots and finished in Oloroso sherry cask barrels. More information and show notes can be found at https://caskmatespodcast.com/the-sexton. Afterwards the nerds take over and talk all about our favorite movies that were based on video games, ranging from the classics to the most recent. We also chat about what upcoming video game based movies or shows that are in production, as well as our wish lists of what games we think would make great movies. Above all, thanks for listening and we will see you again next week. Music by The Passion HiFi

The Whisky Monster is back! Our friend Koray Özdemir returns to the Whiskey Society to Launch TWO new whiskies.--What we drank:Paul John Nirvana [LAUNCH]Paul John Christmas Edition [LAUNCH]Paul John BrilliancePaul John BoldPaul John ClassicPaul John KanyaPaul John Mars OrbiterPaul John Peated--Follow us:spiritguidesocietypodcast.comfacebook.com/spiritguidesocinstagram.com/spiritguidesoctwitter.com/spiritguidesocyoutube.com/c/SpiritGuideSociety--From the Paul John website: pauljohnwhisky.comOUR STORYWe don't believe in competition, we believe in conquests. The sheer beauty of mastering a bodily existence of flavours, aroma and spices is carefully intertwined into a tapestry called The Great Indian Single Malt, which awakens the innate Indian in you. Hailing from the land of empire to independence, Mr. Paul P John was caught between the rugged coast of Scotland and the various hues of India. Furtively charting his way through the lanes of Scotland and investigating on distillation and the country's whisky culture , it occurred to him to embrace and yield a single malt made in India not just for the Indians to relish but for the whole world to experience-‘The Great Indian Single Malt'.Established in 1992, John Distilleries grew to be a leading spirit company within less than a decade. Its creation ‘Paul John Single Malts' were launched in the UK in 2012, which were soon laureled by single malt enthusiasts around the world. Majestically towering its way through the world market, The Great Indian Single Malts has been crowned with innumerable global awards further proving our excellence. This recognition from the single malt palate has encouraged us to unfurl this tricolored aroma of our single malts across different continents.Hailing from the tropical shores of Goa, along the west coast of India, comes the Paul John single malts, a golden spirit of brilliance, from John Distilleries.Established in 1996, John Distilleries grew to be a leading spirit company within less than a decade, not just in India but across the globe. Under the commanding guidance of Mr. Paul P John, the company owns a strong portfolio of brands in various categories including whiskies, brandy and wines. Driven by the zest to break conventions, Paul P John, set out to penetrate the highest strata of the world of whisky to create a niche of his own, with the Paul John Indian Single Malts.From the sultry coasts of Goa, the Paul John Indian Single Malts are made from carefully chosen indigenous ingredients – barley, water and yeast – that together create a radiance of a different kind. Goa's tropical clime offers the ideal temperature and ambience for the whisky to mature to perfection. A culmination of the graceful union of art with science, the Paul John Indian Single Malts are made from a vigilantly watched process from the mashing of grains, fermentation, distillation, maturation, vatting and finally bottling. Paul John Indian Single Malt is non-chilled filtered and there are no additives.Meet the makers : John DistilleriesEstablished in 1996, John Distilleries grew to be a leading Alco-Bev company, not just in India but across the globe as well. The company owns a strong portfolio of brands across various categories including Whisky, Brandy, Rum, Premium Wines and Single Malts. The flagship brand of the company, Original Choice, is one of the top-selling brands in India's popular whisky segment and is one of the top 10 selling whiskies worldwide, with sales exceeding 11 million cases a year. Today the company is the 4th largest liquor company in the country by volume with a production spread across 12 locations & 8 states in India.With its golden beaches, delectable food and warm hospitality, Goa was but the perfect choice to set up the Paul John malt plant.The Paul John Single Malts were launched in the UK in 2012 and were soon acclaimed to be equal to or even better than the single malts produced elsewhere, including Scotland. Approval from single malt enthusiasts and innumerable global awards further proved our excellence. Recognition from the single malt palate encouraged us to take our single malts across the world. Today the Paul John Single Malts are available across 38 countries and 8 Duty-Free Shops.The brand has a family of five expressions and occasionally releases award-winning limited editions as well. The portfolio includes 3 flagship expressions – Brilliance, Edited and Bold; 2 Select Cask expressions – Classic and Peated. Limited editions Oloroso and Mars Orbiter and the first release of our Zodiac Series called Kanya by Paul John. All our expressions are above 46% ABV and are non-chill filtered, with no extra flavours or additives. Each expression of our single malts has won immense appreciation and several acclaimed international awards across countries.--Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

What we drank:Glendronach 12Glendronach 15Glendronach 18Glendronach Port WoodGlendronach Cask StrengthGlendronach Master Vintage 1993--Follow us:spiritguidesocietypodcast.comfacebook.com/spiritguidesoctwitter.com/spiritguidesocinstagram.com/spiritguidesochttps://www.youtube.com/c/SpiritGuideSociety--From the Glendronach website: Glendroanch.comSHERRY CASK CONNOISSEURS SINCE 1826Nestled in the valley of Forgue, deep in the East Highland hills, is The GlenDronach, one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland, creating the finest richly sherried single malts for nearly 200 years.The GlenDronach is of true Highland style: a heavy and robust spirit, perfect for a long maturation period in sherry casks. At The GlenDronach Distillery, we have carried forth the tradition of our founder James Allardice since 1826, maturing our whisky in the finest Spanish Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks from Andalucía.We continue to work towards mastering the art of sherry cask maturation, and our Highland whiskies are recognized for their deep colour and rich flavour profiles, which range from sweet fruity flavours, from the Pedro Ximenez casks we select, to the dry and nutty notes, from superb Oloroso casks. Our well-kept secrets have been guarded for nearly 200 years by a parliament of rooks who love The GlenDronach so much they try to nest in the warehouses. The distillery folk believe as long as the rooks remain at the distillery, it will be good for the whisky.STANDING THE TEST OF TIMEIn 1826 the exuberant and extroverted James Allardice founded the distillery and produced his ‘Guid GlenDronach' single malt. Down the years, the distillery he created has thrived under the stewardship of far-sighted investors like Walter Scott in 1847 and Captain Charles Grant in 1920. In more recent times, GlenDronach was bought in 1960 by William Teacher & Sons. Originally, all of the workers at GlenDronach lived on site, including the distillery manager, staff, excise man, brewer and all of their families. To this day many of the old houses still remain. The most famous of them all is Glen House, which was built in 1771. Home to many of the distillery's managers, the grand Georgian building could probably tell a tale or two. Rumour has it; the front room is haunted by a Spanish lady, who travelled over to Scotland in a sherry cask. Apparently she is quite partial to the odd tipple now and then. In 1968, GlenDronach was released as a single malt brand for the first time and the brand's reputation grew from strength to strength. In 2008, nothing less than a complete renaissance began. The BenRiach Distillery Company became GlenDronach's proud new owner. While time can never stand still, the commitment of the team at GlenDronach will ensure that the distinctive practices that have always defined the distillery will live on – the most influential of these, its return to independent ownership.GLEN HOUSEOriginally, all of the workers at GlenDronach lived on site, including the distillery manager, staff, excise man, brewer and all of their families. To this day many of the old houses still remain.The most famous of them all is Glen House, which was built in 1771. Home to many of the distillery's managers, the grand Georgian building could probably tell a tale or two. Rumor has it; the front room is haunted by a Spanish lady, who traveled over to Scotland in a sherry cask. Apparently she is quite partial to the odd tipple now and then. Today, Glen House is used for corporate entertainment and is enjoyed by guests from around the world.--Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Glenmorangie and Ardbeg Distillery Manager/"heir apparent" to Dr. Bill Lumsden, Brendan McCarron and our friend Travis Tidwell join Pedro in the Whiskey Society for a private, intimate chat about Glenmorangie and Ardbeg. Brendan brought the inside information from the distillery; Travis brought four fantastic whiskies. Good times were had by all. We humbly present this conversation to you and hope that it meets your approval. Slàinte!--What We Drank:Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban 14 Years OldArdbeg An OhArdbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Years OldArdbeg Supernova 2019--Follow us:spiritguidesocietypodcast.comfacebook.com/spiritguidesoctwitter.com/spiritguidesocinstagram.com/spiritguidesochttps://www.youtube.com/c/SpiritGuideSociety--About Ardbeg 19 (from ardbeg.com)INTRODUCING AN ARDBEG OF IMPOSSIBLE BALANCEThe epitome of an aged Ardbeg – matured in American oak and Oloroso sherry casks – Ardbeg Traigh Bhan effortlessly accomplishes the impossible balance.Ardbeg Traigh Bhan is a sublime 19 year old whisky and the Distillery's latest small batch release. Inspired by Islay's Traigh Bhan beach (known locally as the Singing Sands), this rare aged spirit is an enchanting reflection of the place to which it owes its name.In a whisky where calm meets storm, experience seductively smooth beginnings, before powerful notes emerge in an intense crescendo. On the nose, discover elegant notes of herbal pine resin, smoky pineapple, and dark chilli chocolate.On the taste, experience a peaty power that plunges your palate into smoky depths. Like the rocks that break the surface at Traigh Bhan, the true nature of this Ardbeg emerges. Waves of toasted oak and paprika guide your palate towards a gentle finish that resonates long beyond the glass.Non chill-filtered at 46.2% ABV.About Glenmorangie 14 (from glenmorangie.com)A voluptuously silky spirit, Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban is aged first in bourbon casks for smooth, fruity notes. We then finish this single malt whisky in ruby port casks to create velvety depth.Our Quinta Ruban port cask finish brings chocolate boldness to Glenmorangie's renowned smooth style. Non chill-filtered for additional aroma and mouthfeel, it is savoured all over the world.--Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

While we're sure you can make many puns about their name, The Exceptional Whiskey is nothing to scoff at. This blended whiskey is birthed from the minds of some of the most prolific spirit importers of our time; every expression is made by people who truly love whisk(e)y.Don Suttcliff, co-founder of the brand, joins Pedro in Bar Jackalope to talk about the brand.--What we drank:The Exceptional GrainThe Exceptional MaltThe Exceptional Blend--Follow us:spiritguidesocietypodcast.comfacebook.com/spiritguidesoctwitter.com/spiritguidesocinstagram.com/spiritguidesochttps://www.youtube.com/c/SpiritGuideSociety--From their website:A series of significant small batch Scotch Whiskies created by Don Sutcliffe, managing director of Craft Distillers and 35-year veteran of distilled spirits marketing, in collaboration with Willie Phillips, for 23 years managing director of The Macallan.While others blend to produce year-in, year-out consistency, each edition of The Exceptional will offer a Whisky that is authentically individual, selected from several different distilleries, each barrel chosen for its distinctive & memorable characteristics; every release will be possessed of its own qualitative and stylistic distinction.The inaugural release, autumn 2013, was The Exceptional Grain. The Exception Malt was released in June of 2015; the Exceptional Blend will arrive in late 2015.The Exceptional GrainA blend of remarkable aged grain whiskies, including a barrel of 30-year-old from the Carsebridge Distillery, long since closed. Blended by Willie Phillips, formerly of The Macallan; finished in first-fill sherry casks. Subtle, elegant, authentically individual, with great structure. (750ML/43%abv)The Exceptional MaltComplex and balanced blend of whiskies from Glenfarclas, Ben Nevis, Alt-á-Bhainne, Auchroisk, Clenallachie, Westport, Speyside, and a 30-year-old Macallan, finished in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks. (750ML /43% abv.)The Exceptional BlendMature grain whiskey from North British, Strathclyde, and Cameron Bridge distilleries blended with selected barrels of aged, malt whisky from 11 distilleries, including a 30-year-old Macallan. Deep and layered complexity. Superb whisky. (750ML/43%abv)~ https://craftdistillers.com/trade-info/the-exceptional-info/--Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Co-owner and Brand Manager, Donal O'Gallachoir, joins Pedro in the Whiskey Society this week to chat about Glendalough, an Irish Whiskey helping leading the charge in this new wave of Irish Whiskies that are coming to America.--From The Glendalough Website:The Glendalough Distillery was set up by a group of friends from Wicklow and Dublin with a passion for reviving the heritage of craft distilling in Ireland. In the 18th & 19th centuries there were over 200 licensed distilleries in Ireland and along with countless unlicensed ones produced diverse styles of poitín, whiskey, gin and even absinthe. Until recently that dropped to a small handful. After many an evening's banter and debate over why there weren't more craft distilleries in the birthplace of distilling, the friends convinced each other to leave the safety of their day jobs, head into the mountains and take a chance on something more meaningful (much like the man on the bottle, St Kevin). Together they built a craft distillery near their favourite spot in those mountains, Glendalough.Whiskey & Wood:A key influence on the flavour of our whiskey comes from the wood it has spent time in. There are countless nuances in how that wood effects and injects flavour, from the straightness of the tree or fineness of the grain to the size of the barrel or depth of the char. Somewhere between a lot, and most of the dominant flavours in whiskey come from the wood it has spent time in.There are countless nuances in how that wood effects flavour, from the straightness of the tree or fineness of the grain to the size of the barrel or depth of the char.Two of the main factors in how we choose our wood are: the breed of oak (where the wood is from), and the predecessor liquid (if it's a pre-loved barrel, what's been in it).As with most Irish whiskeys, ours matures in Bourbon barrels. But where we break with tradition is that we finish all of our whiskeys in a second, very different cask. These are selected especially to accentuate the flavours already inherent in a given whiskey.AMERICAN BOURBON BARRELSAs mentioned, our whiskeys do the bulk of their time in first-fill American white oak Bourbon barrels. These 200 litre casks lay the flavour foundation that has become the backbone of the Irish whiskey taste.Felled in Missouri at about 80 years old, they are milled, seasoned and coopered in Kentucky and filled with Bourbon.American oak casks impart a lot of flavour. Besides the fact that they've held Bourbon before we get them, the charred wood truly transforms new-make Irish whiskey. We use a level 4 "alligator char" which really brings the wood alive in terms of flavour.This adds that charcoal mellowness, the sweetness of vanilla and caramel that perfectly compliment the flavours already present in the spirit. They bring to the whiskey a beautiful golden hue, and smoothen it to a creamy mouth-feel.However we're always seeking out new flavours, the best oak around the world and other interesting casks.SPANISH OLOROSO SHERRY CASKSTo finish our Double Barrel, we use 500 litre Oloroso sherry butts made from European oak, felled in the ancient deciduous forests of Northern Spain. A tree must be about 120 years old before it's good for barrel making.The casks are lightly toasted rather than charred. So we get clearer wood flavours. Then there's the Oloroso. A dark, fruity and nutty fortified wine from Montillo, Spain, the Oloroso that seasons our casks is made from the famed Pedro Ximenez grape. After about 2 years of holding Oloroso, we then inspect and choose the casks.The intense flavours they bring get into our whiskey fast. Raisins, sultanas, candied peel, cinnamon, nutmeg, and Christmas pudding are all clearly discernible in the whiskey within 6 months, as the liquid turns from gold to amber.DUBLIN PORTER BARRELSFor our 7 year old single malt, it's Dublin porter barrels. Although these barrels are also ex-bourbon, they become a different beast once craft porter spends a year in them.We use barrels from the 5 Lamps brewery in Dublin. Their "Black Pitts Porter" is a rich, black beer with deep, dark flavours. Made with chocolate malt and roasted barley, the porter is rich and creamy with complex aromas and a smooth velvety texture.All of this gets into the oak and comes back out into our whiskey to accentuate the robust malts of both liquids. Flavours of cocoa from the porter mix with the citrus notes of the whiskey to result in dark chocolate orange flavours, with toffee and even coffee notes on the finish. It's an unusual and noticeably different whiskey, that you want to return to, often.JAPANESE MIZUNARA BARRELSFor our 13 year old single malt, it's the legendary Mizunara oak. Found in forests on the rugged, volcanic island of Hokkaido, the wood is very soft and porous with a tight grain, which is good for flavour but hard to cooper and prone to leaking. It has very high levels of vanillins that impart luxurious woody flavours fast.Ours is then brought to the south of Japan to air dry in Miyzaki before coopering at Japan's only independent cooperage. Here we personally inspect the wood before it's worked by Japan's oldest cooper. The casks are lightly charred and shipped as virgin barrels over 6,000 miles to us.Mizunara packs a punch of unique, exotic and exquisite woody flavours. Some say sandalwood, we'd agree, but that's just the beginning. It amplifies flavour and brings the mouth-feel to velvety proportions, it layers on extra vanilla, honey and even coconut.It makes for a pretty unique take on Irish whiskeyIRISH OAKProbably the rarest of all casks is Irish Oak. Before Ireland was known as "the emerald isle", it was known through out the old world as "the wooded isle". They say a squirrel could cross the whole country touching nothing but oak.In particular, Glendalough oak was famed for boat building as far back as Viking times (The largest Viking ship ever built was "The Sea Stallion of Glendalough"). Even the mountains that cradle the valley are named for the oak forests that covered them - Camaderry Mountain (Sliabh Céim an Doire, meaning "the mountain pass of the oak wood") and Derrybawn Mountain (Sliabh Doire Ban, meaning "the mountain of white oak")We're very excited and proud to play a part in bringing Irish oak back into use for aging Irish whiskey, helping to manage these ancient forests, and doing our bit for the regeneration of these beautiful, broad-leaf, deciduous woods.We are sourcing trees from within walking distance of the distillery to get to a truer taste of Wicklow Whiskey, using Wicklow barley and Wicklow water. We are a little while away from releasing liquid from this great experiment, but watch this space, it will be sooner than you think!glendaloughdistillery.com--What we drank:Glendalough Double Barrel Irish WhiskeyGlendalough Black Pitts Single Malt (Aged 7 Years)Glendalough Mizunara Cask Finish Single Malt (Aged 13 Years)--Follow us:spiritguidesocietypodcast.comfacebook.com/spiritguidesoctwitter.com/spiritguidesocinstagram.com/spiritguidesochttps://www.youtube.com/c/SpiritGuideSociety--Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We finish the horizontal sherry tasting with Beltran with Oloroso sherries from young to old.

On August 16th, National Rum Day I had the fun opportunity to MC at High & Dry’s first annual rum competition. Downtown Houston is coming of age in a very special kind of way with its dedicated bar community. Crisia Arajuo won first place with some delicious cocktails! Trois Rivieres Four Square Madeline Edwards Trio My twitter My Instagram My Facebook My favorite drink has nothing to do with rum, but, it’s my favorite! ADONIS 2 oz Oloroso (or Palo Cortado) sherry 1 oz sweet vermouth 2 dashes Angostura orange bitters