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WE 93
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Liqueur
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93 points and 'Top 50 Spirits 2011,' Wine Enthusiast: "Complex and appealingly herbal, this spirit is marked by its coffee-brown color and a scent like spearmint-spiked espresso. The flavor is sweet, faintly coffee-like, with warm Dutch licorice, anise and sarsaparilla notes. The brisk finish is minty then bitter. Heavy, syrupy feel. (Feb 2011)"
**** Highly Recommended, F.Paul Pacult (Spirit Journal): "Opaque, deep brown/black color. Smells tantalizingly of bittersweet dark chocolate, orange peel, and herbs in the first aromatic go-round; further air contact stimulates aromas of flowers, jasmine, bark, forest, honey and very light quinine. The palate entry is intensely sweet and more floral than herbal; at midpalate the taste profile turns cocoa-like with other notes of citrus rind, molasses, brown sugar, and grass. Concludes sweet, thick, and luscious."
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TP 94
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Scotch
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94 points The Tasting Panel: "One of Scotland's oldest distilleries (1790) is being re-introduced to the U.S. market with this lovely 18-year expression; fragrant and softly grassy with dry, spicy flavors; light but very flavorful with elegance, a slight briny sea-foam nuance and showing hints of shortbread and vanilla; a charming surprise. (Jan/Feb 2011)"
Wine Spectator: "Fruity. A surprisingly big whisky given its range of characteristics normally associated with lighter whiskies. A very floral attack on the nose turns to honey, orange peel and grapefruit, becoming very candied in the mouth, with toffee, cocoa, orange, tangerine and some licorice. Finishes long, showing a bit of Stilton at the close. Non-chill filtered. Natural color. (2/28/11)"
Balblair 1991 is golden honey in appearance. A full-bodied malt with aromas of oranges, grapefruit and lemon; hints of chocolate and leather can also be detected. The American oak barrels used in the distillate's maturation, lend a warm toffee, vanilla fragrance. On the palate it is sweet, slightly spicy with traces of butterscotch and orange; smooth to start leading to a long-lasting, warming finish.
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TP 93
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Liqueur
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93 points The Tasting Panel: "Honey and floral nose; medium amber color; thick and lush with honey, spice flavors and a core of bright spirit; long, sweet and nicely balanced; quite delicious with limitless cocktail potential. (Dec 2010)"
***Recommended, Spirit Journal: "Attractive golden honey color; absolute purity."
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BTI 94
Distilled Spirits
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94 points Beverage Testing Institute: "[$39 list] Bright orange amber color. Intriguing aromas of orange marmalade, dried apricot, spice cake, pineapple blossoms and suede with a vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a long, orange bread crust, peach cobbler, peppery spice and limestone accented finish. A remarkably fruity, exotic and enigmatic whisky that will make unique cocktails. (7/5/11)"
This oddity is neither like Scotch nor any other kind of aged spirit. Made in the Cognac region of France from a blend of malted barley and wheat, it's aged five to seven years in a combination of Limousin oak, cherry wood and acacia casks. The result is rich in cherry, peach, pear, almond and vanilla scents while the flavor combines sweeter floral qualities of Bourbon with a Cognac and Calvados fruitiness. Once you get over the urge to categorize it, the spirit is very easy to drink. Maybe it's the French love for wine, but with a little sweet vermouth and bitters, it makes a fantastic Manhattan. 40% abv.
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TP 93
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Vodka
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93 points The Tasting Panel: "Vanilla and spice nose; smooth, lush vanilla tones with creamy texture and a lovely, elegant and silky mouthfeel; rich but graceful. (Dec 2011)"
A distinctive feature of Beluga Vodka is the hyaline artesian water from Siberian springs used in the distillation process, and malt spirit made from coached malt enzymes that help significantly improve the taste. Malt gives Beluga Vodka a deep and refined taste and flavor. Distillation takes about a month -- from filtration, smoothing and a lengthy product 'maturation'. Beluga Vodka comes in bottles made of crystal-pure French glass, and each bottle is manually decorated with a 3D symbol of beluga fish.
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WE 92
Distilled Spirits
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92 points Wine Enthusiast: "Sweet, mild, clean fragrance of lemon, juniper and licorice. This is a complex gin; more flavors can be detected with each sip: cinnamon spice, astringent pine needles, a touch of lime zest and, finally, a big licorice finish comes singing through. Slightly oily feel. Great for a gimlet or martini with a lemon twist. (Apr 2011)"
****Highly Recommended, F. Paul Pacult (Spirit Journal): "Transparent and impeccably clean. In the inital nosings I detect obvious scents of black peppercorn and juniper, with the pepper eclipsing the juniper by a degree or two; further aeration time stimulates some of the other botanicals, most prominently cassia bark, lemon peel and coriander for an intriguing bouquet wherein I pick up a smidgen more juniper than in regular Sapphire. Entry is botanically pleasing, but a touch sweet and fruity ripe, and therefore fuller in texture than the too-ethereal-for-me regular Sapphire; midpalate features piny/cedary juniper and the Thai lemongrass, as the black pepper aspect diminishes. Finishes cleanly, with a late gas pedal jolt of juniper and licorice. A line extension that overshadows the original Sapphire. (Dec 2011)"
Distilled by a unique vapour infusion process using 10 carefully selected botanicals. Delivers a complex, yet smooth taste. Try it in the ultimate martini or the preferred gin and tonic.
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TP 90
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Vodka
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This is a small batch vodka made in Pennsylvania from locally grown potatoes by two guys using a copper still. The result is a softer, creamier style of vodka that is milder on the palate than most. This is vodka made by people who really care about quality and precision, and that's obvious at first sip.
*****Highest Recommendation and ranked best vodka of '140 Top Five-Star Spirits in the World', F. Paul Pacult (Spirit Journal): "Wow, this aroma comes flying out of the glass in waves of white potato, starch, and parchment; seven more minutes of aeration don't greatly alter the aromatic profile, but there is a noticeable deepening of the established scents, especially the raw white potato element. Entry is nothing short of luscious, semisweet, chewy, and smooth; midpalate adds cocoa bean, maple, and honey. Aftertaste is graceful, solid, and simply delicious. The best small-scale vodka I've had since the 45th Parallel. So sumptuous and tasty that it's spectacular tasted neat. Best non-Polish vodka available. AWESOME ACHIEVEMENT!"
90 points Anthony Dias Blue (The Tasting Panel): "Smooth vanilla nose; spicy, crisp and hot with good depth and a long finish. (Sep 2012)"
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TP 90
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90 points Anthony Dias Blue (The Tasting Panel): "Rich sweet coconut nose; sweet, silky and showing authentic, creamy coconut cream and ripe, smooth rum; lush, spiced and offering a welcome kick of alcohol heat. (Jun 2012)"
Wine Enthusiast: "36% abv. Some spiced rums are merely colored, not aged; but this nut-brown spirit is made from a base of rum aged for four years in oak barrels. With that context, the boozy and slightly Bourbon-like toffee aroma makes perfect sense. Needs a little time in the glass to open up the flavors, but the reward is a sweet, subtly clove- and ginger-spiced spirit with a bitter almond finish. (Aug 2011)"
Brinley's "Shipwreck" is blended to match the old rums distilled with the exotic spices that would drift ashore from the fallen ships. This delicious spiced rum displays hints of orange, vanilla, nutmeg, and clove that are masterfully infused into a 4 year old blend. Smooth and flavorful, it can be enjoyed neat or in your favorite summer cocktail.
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WE 94
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Bourbon
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94 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$30 list] Pleasnatly sweet nose. Medium body and sticky-toffee flavor. This would be great mixed into cocktails, because the flavor is smooth but bold at the same time; it would blend without being completely lost. Finishes mellow, smooth, with just enough alcohol bite. Easy to like. Think Manhattans or Old-Fashioneds. (Sep 2010)"
Jim Murray (Whiskey Magazine): "One of the world's great whiskies." Producer notes: "Light bronze in color with streaks of gold, Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey bears a complex aroma of vanilla, mint, and molasses. Its taste is pleasantly sweet and contains notes of brown sugar and spice that give way to oak and leather. The long and dry finish has significant depth. When enjoyed with water, flavors of toffee, dark fruit and anise are revealed."
Wine Spectator: "(style: classic - sweet corn and vanilla) You'll get sweet cinnamon and rich corn pudding in the nose, with hints of meadow grass and bergamot. This one's warm and rich, nicely balanced by drying oak that tamps down the cinnamon from the nose. Well-balanced and sippable. 90 proof. (1/31/12)"
Eric Felten (Wall Street Journal): "Nicely balanced, with a deep and slightly bitter wood, keeping rich fruit in check." (4/26/08)
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WE 93
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Other
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93 points and 'Top 50 Spirits 2011,' Wine Enthusiast: "This sweet vermouth is deep and intriguing, from the dark winy color to the plummy, raisin-like fragrance. A fleeting sweetness, redolent of dried fruit and juicy prune notes, gives way to a dry, bitter finish, which saves it from becoming cloying. Medium to heavy in feel. Very easy drinking, especially with ice, and it's easy to imagine sipping this, well chilled, on a hot day. Highly Negroni-worthy. (Feb 2011)"
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TP 92
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Tequila
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92 points Anthony Dias Blue (The Tasting Panel): "Good earthy agave nose; smooth and fleshy with good flavor depth and creamy, dense style; vanilla, spice and lush, peppery notes and rich texture; not too tame but elegant also with a sweet aftertaste. (May 2013)"
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WE 91
Distilled Spirits
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Liqueur
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91 points Wine Enthusiast: "40% abv. Yellow, faintly tinged with green. The aroma is bright, mild and lime-lollipop sweet, although the flavor is more herbal, with hints of mint and anise, and a pronounced licorice finish and alcohol sting. Thick, syrupy and tongue-coating. (Feb 2011)"
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BTI 91
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Vodka
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91 points Beverage Testing Institute: "Clear. Lovely delicate aromas of anise, citrus and orange blossoms with a silky, off-dry medium body and a smooth, grain, wax, powdered sugar and mineral accented finish. (Nov 2011)"
Chopin Wheat is 100% estate distilled, crafted from all natural Polish wheat, and held to the highest artisinal standards. Tasting notes include slightly buttery flavors with a rich clean finish.
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WE 94
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Other
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94 points Wine Enthusiast: "If 'sipping mezcal' doesn't exist, the category may have to be created for this limited-edition mezcal (only 14 three-bottle sets were produced). This 'single village' mezcal is aged for 14 years in glass bottles and then is finished in a Stags Leap Cabernet barrel for 43 days. The result is a light nut-brown color and offers beautiful aromas of raisin, vanilla and dark chocolate, with a mellow pepper note in the background. Sweet agave nectar and honey flavors finish with a muted peppery sting. (Dec 2010)"
3-1/2 stars and Top Pick, New York Times: "Smooth, briny and complex, simultaneously fruity, herbaceous and vegetal. (8/18/10)"
Faustino Garcia Vasquez is the maker of Chichicapa. He is a humble and talented craftsmen with great respect for the ancient processes. Chichicapa has a relatively light nose, yet is deep and sweet on the tongue with a very complex character. It has a long finish, with a distinct smokiness and hint of mint at the end.
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WE 90
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Tequila
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Don Julio 70 Añejo Claro is the culmination of 70 years of knowledge, expertise and innovation that brings the smoothness of a Blanco and the complexity of an Añejo together for a totally unique tequila experience. Don Julio 70 is aged eighteen months in American white-oak barrels and then carefully filtered to bring out its crisp agave flavor.
90 points Wine Enthusiast: "Billed as the world’s first white añejo, it indeed has an unusual clear appearance, hence the name 'claro.' Created to celebrate Don Julio’s 70th anniversary, this limited edition bottling, aged for 18 months, has powerful charred oak, honey and vanilla notes, and a banana-like finish. Abv 40%. (May 2013)"
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TP 91
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Tequila
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91 points The Tasting Panel: "It certainly has shelf presence, from its handcrafted round crystal bottle of texturized glass resembling an armadillo, to its artisanal braided rope neck. The salty, herbal entry is one of the more unique plata expressions I have tasted; basil and sage meander through lime and cooked agave. With a full body framed by sleek mineral tones, this high mountain region tequila is a spicy, exotic creature. (Jul 2012)"
Producer notes: "Aroma: Mixture of fruits and cooked agave; hints of flowers, as well as, fruit vapors of citrus and subtle vanilla notes. Taste: Citrus fruits with agave at the back with a long sweet finish."
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WE 93
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Bourbon
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***** Highest Recommendation, F. Paul Pacult (Spirit Journal): "Deep golden/honey bronze hue; excellent clarity. A no-nonsense bouquet of authentic depth and quality. The taste profile intensity builds substantially from entry to midpalate, Finish-wise, a seductive maple-like flavor closes the circle on the taste stages in a way that's both stirring and classy. A clinic on what small batch straight bourbon can be."
93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Aromas are sweet and fruitcake-like, with faint cigar smoke. Restrained, subtle flavors of orange peel, cinnamon and leather ride a medium-to-heavy body. The finish is extremely smooth, with a touch of anise. (Sep 2010)"
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WE 91
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Liqueur
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91 points Wine Enthusiast: "Part of the classic liqueur canon, this rich, sweet hazelnut cordial is instantly recognizable. Whether mixed into coffee, whiskey or creamy cocktails, this light-gold liqueur is as addictively sippable as ever. Alcohol 20%. (Oct 2012)"
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TP 93
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Cognac
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***** Highest Recommendation, F. Paul Pacult, (Spirit Journal): "Single estate 100% grande champagne. Aged in oak 18-20 years. Perfect purity, rich, evolved, semisweet nose ideally crafted. The finish is very long, sure-footed, and fruity; ripe."
93 points The Tasting Panel: "Fragrant and aromatic; toasty and ripe with dried fruit and lovely floral notes; vanilla, elegant, feminine and creamy with sweet oak and lovely mellow, luxuriant flavors; complex and very pretty. (Aug 2010)"
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TP 92
BTI 92
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Scotch
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92 points The Tasting Panel: "Smooth and mellow with dried and fresh fruits dominant plus lovely hazelnuts, a hint of sherry casks, vanilla and light spice; elegant and seductive. (Jan/Feb 2010)"
92 points (Exceptional) Beverage Testing Institute: "Deep old gold color. Aromas of peach creme brulee, toasted grain, candle wax, and roasted nuts follow through on a plush silky entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with elegant depth and graceful balance. Concludes with a long peppery spice, wet mossy stone, and nutshell accented finish. An immensely charming and rewarding dram and beckons for another sip. (5/18/10)"
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WE 91
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Scotch
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91 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$50 list] Don’t dilute this light, gentle Scotch too much. Enjoy the honeyed, fresh tropical fruit aromas and mouthwatering vanilla and almond flavors with a hint of smoke and spice on the finish. Light body. Good value. (12/15/11)"
Wine Spectator: "[$50 list] Fruity. A deep, elegant malt with astonishing body nuances. Smells of dusky rose, honey and cereal, then breaks out toasty on the palate, with a flash of hard candy, honey, licorice and chocolate. The long finish alone is reason to drink this, resonating with the flavors while adding a charming, rooty grittiness before ending with a pleasant astringency. (2/28/11)"
Quarterly Review of Wines: "Gold color; slightly sweet, slight peat, good texture, very tasty. (Spring 2008)"
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WE 93
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Scotch
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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$90 list] Vibrant orange-amber color and a warm, citrusy scent. Expect lots of honey and caramel from the get-go, winding into an interestingly dry and lingering finish entwining leather, cocoa, coconut and ginger. Good value. (12/15/11)"
9/10 points Quarterly Review of Wines: "Fine Malt whisky, some peat, sweetish, oak, firm weight, long finish. (Autumn 2011)"
Producer notes: " After more than 18 years in selected casks, The Glenlivet 18 Year Old becomes a malt whisky of unmistakable maturity and depth. With a beautifully controlled balance and an unfailing elegance, The Glenlivet 18 Year Old has a discreet sherry influence with fruity and floral aromas. It is the perfect after-dinner dram to sip on a cold and frosty evening by the fireplace. Nose: Rich, with sweet and floral flavors. Taste: Honey-rich and toffeed on the palate with nutty, spicy overtones. Finish: Exceptional length of flavor."
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WE 92
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Scotch
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92 points Wine Enthusiast: "Light and versatile, although at over 100 proof 'natural cask strength,' this golden spirit could stand some dilution, whether via a dose of ice water or mixing into a cocktail. Perfumy floral-honey nose, with flavors of vanilla lemon, oak, and a hint of smoke on the finish. (12/15/11)"
Wine Spectator: "Fruity. A flavor safari from nose to finish. Opens up with honey, sour apple and cream, then brings on apple, orange Creamsicle, maple, toast and brown sugar in the mouth. The neverending finish is the crowd-pleaser here, with anise and candy notes and a remarkable ethereal quality. Cries out for water at this strength. Non-chill filtered. 54.2 abv. (2/28/11)"
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WE 94
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Liqueur
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94 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$145 list] This premium version of the standard Grand Marnier uses Cognacs aged up to 25 years. The result is a deep amber color and earthier scent, showing aromatic orange peel and honeysuckle notes. The flavor is richer than the regular Cordon Rouge bottling, but still honeyed, showing bright orange notes on the finish. Full-bodied and sippable. abv: 40%. (Feb 2012)"
Named to the Spirit Journal's '140 Best Five Star Spirits in the World for 2011 (#26)': "Is there a more satisfying after-dinner treat than GM Centenaire? Let me answer that, please. NO. This particular, utterly seductive blend of oranges and cognac is astoundingly luscious and, to me, the obvious pick of the superbly conceived Grand Marnier litter. It hits the ideal balance of sweetness, tartness, and spiritiness. A global icon. (Jun 2011)"
Released in 1927 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the company. A smooth, elegant blend of cognac, mostly from the top growing districts of Grand Champagne and Petit Champagne, and the essence of wild tropical oranges. Medium amber with copper-toned core. A bright, lively, zesty orange nose with hints of spice. A long, lingering after-taste with a beautiful balance between the flavors of the cognac and the orange. Uses cognac aged up to 25 years.
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WE 94
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Bourbon
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94 points Wine Enthusiast: "At first, this whiskey is easy to underestimate, since the amber color and mild toffee aroma give little away. But one sip, and it is clear this whiskey means business: Deep vanilla cookie and cigar tobacco flavors unfold to a big, burnt-caramel finish, which washes over the palate like a rolling wave. Manhattan-worthy. (Mar 2011)"
The master distiller selects whiskey from those barrels whose contents he feels have aged to create particularly flavorful and aromatic whiskey. Hand-bottled one barrel at a time, and never mixed with whiskey from other barrels.
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