ralfy review 1074 – Cragganmore 12yo @40%vol:

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Jack Daniel’s with an age statement… not something as new as you would’ve imagined.

This style is not a replica as such, but a reimagination of stocks that would have been released over a century ago, under the guidance of the original master distiller, Jack Daniel’s. Now, under the helm of Chris Fletcher, we have a selection of barrels that have been carefully monitored and moved throughout a few different warehouses across Jack Daniel’s estate.

This is the same mash-bill as the much loved Old NO. 7 – with 80% corn, 12% rye, and 8% malted barley. Bottled at a rather tasty 48.5% ABV for those of us wanting as big and manageable flavour that can still deliver without the need to be cask strength.

This was brilliant! The first time I tried, it was rushed, and I just didn’t think much of it. With time in a glass and under calmer conditions, this is an absolute delight of a bottle. It is rich, heavy, layered, oak driven just enough to be flavourful, and backed up by a wonderfully adventurous contrast between the nose, palate, and finish.

If you’re into older, more premium American whiskies, then I wouldn’t overlook this in any way. It is one of the bottles of the year for me.

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ralfy review 1073 Extras – An overview of Glenglassaugh Distillery.

ralfy review 1073 – Glenglassaugh Sandend @ 50.5%vol:

Jameson’s Triple Triple Malaga Cask

THE REVIEW

Duty Free has never been a place I’ve enjoyed spending time. Maybe I choose the wrong airports to fly to and from, overall though a rather disappointing experience. Meanwhile, over in Copenhagen airport, they’ve got some absolute wonders.

This was on offer, granted, but it set me back just under £30 a bottle for a product I already enjoy, with a pleasant twist, and it comes in a litre! I think that’s a little silly, but take what you can get.

Regular Jameson’s is typically matured in majority ex-bourbon casks, with a tiny amount of ex-sherry casks in the blend, too. This Triple Triple release, which I believe is one of three releases, is matured additionally in some ex-Malaga wine casks. This is already something that is present in the Yellow Spot release from Midleton, so they know what they’re doing with these barrels.

I like how uncomplicated this liquid is. It’s regular Jameson’s with a twist of something slightly richer and fruitier. It’s honestly delightful, and it’s something that I’m happy to have in the house.

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The Good Dram Show – Episode 587 ‘Speyburn & The Antiquary’

Welcome to this week’s episode of the show in which I’ll be looking at the revamped Speyburn and Antiquary ranges. The Good Dram Show with Chris Goodrum. Episode 587 – They’re Justified And They’re Ancient…! Filmed in The Study Nottingham

Featuring

Speyburn Bourbon 40%
Speyburn Rum Cask Finish 40%
Speyburn 25 year old 46%
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The Antiquary 15 year old 40%
The Antiquary 21 year old 40%
The Antiquary 30 year old 40%
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ralfy review 1072 Extras – Keeping focus when we buy whisky.

ralfy review 1072 – Jura Perspective No:1 16yo @46.5%vol:

ralfy review 1071 Extras – What I’m thinking right now about whisky.