We’re quite familiar with the Johnnie Walker line of Blended Scotch Whiskies from Diageo, but this particular expression is quite different from others that we’ve had over the years. First off, it’s made with a healthy dose of Rye grain. And second off, this might be the first […]
We’re no strangers to the Johnnie Walker range of Blended Scotch Whiskies and have explored the majority of their range over the years. One that we’ve neglected to really explore is the Double Black. It’s not that we’ve avoided it on purpose. We just haven’t gotten around to […]
A few weeks ago, while I was sweltering in the stands at a 7U baseball tournament, G-LO was living large at Pour-A-Palooza. Normally, I would insert some sort of snarky comment contrasting my exemplary parenting skills (I was staked out in the hot sun, all for a wee […]
In case you haven’t noticed, this is the second whisk(e)y review that features a miniature bottle in the photo. Basically, I ran out of new whiskies to review (don’t be alarmed. I still have plenty left to drink), so while in the middle of a beer run two […]
“Since 1816, Lagavulin single malt Scotch whisky has been made in a picturesque huddle of buildings on Lagavulin Bay. Perhaps the most beautifully situated of distilleries, Lagavulin makes arguably the most intense, smoky and rich whisky of all. For many, this is the definitive Islay malt.” – Malts.com […]
Since The Single Malt and Scotch Whisky Extravaganza is right around the corner, I thought I’d go back to the beginning of my journey through the world of whisky (I know The Extravaganza is 2+ months away, but since summer is practically over, it’ll be here before we […]