What makes a “Limited Edition” worth it?
It’s a subjective question, and I’ll not be so forward as to assume any objective answers here. But it’s a … Continue reading What makes a “Limited Edition” worth it?
Tag: whiskey unicorn
Destination Whiskeys vs Journey Whiskeys
Some whiskeys send you off down a long winding road. Others are a single end point unto themselves. What’s the … Continue reading Destination Whiskeys vs Journey Whiskeys
A Whiskey Journey Part 7.5 – halfway through The Year of No Buying
On June 6, 2023, I committed to a year of not buying whiskey. As of this post I’m now six … Continue reading A Whiskey Journey Part 7.5 – halfway through The Year of No Buying
Rare Whiskey and Other Myths
Why do we choose to believe the things we do? This will not be a rant about the whiskey boom, … Continue reading Rare Whiskey and Other Myths
A Whiskey Journey Part 5 – What have three years of writing whiskey notes done to me?
To mark the three-year anniversary of The Right Spirit, here are some reflections on what writing 275 posts about whiskey … Continue reading A Whiskey Journey Part 5 – What have three years of writing whiskey notes done to me?
Interview: Sammy Suleiman / Owner of Royal Liquors San Francisco
In May 2022 I posted about a Royal Liquors store pick of Buffalo Trace. In that post I detail my … Continue reading Interview: Sammy Suleiman / Owner of Royal Liquors San Francisco
Comparison: Two Hometown Bourbons – 31n50 Barrels 5 & 6
31n50 Barrel 5 MASH BILL – 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% barley PROOF – 142.6 AGE – 10 years 6 … Continue reading Comparison: Two Hometown Bourbons – 31n50 Barrels 5 & 6
Happy Not Hunting
During the 2021 bourbon hunting season, I haven’t hunted. And I feel great! At the time of this posting, Black … Continue reading Happy Not Hunting
Comparison: Three Russell’s Reserves – 16 Year / Single Barrel Pick / 13 Year
RUSSELL’S RESERVE 2003 Limited edition released in 2020 MASH BILL – 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley PROOF – … Continue reading Comparison: Three Russell’s Reserves – 16 Year / Single Barrel Pick / 13 Year
Jefferson’s Presidential Select 21 Year
JEFFERSON’S PRESIDENTIAL SELECT 21 YEAR Batch No. 15, Bottle No. 038 (2013) MASH BILL – unknown PROOF – 94 AGE … Continue reading Jefferson’s Presidential Select 21 Year
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