I'm a late comer to Jameson 12 but had some yesterday at a friend's house and really enjoyed it. My expectation was a somewhat fuller flavored version of the standard Jameson but, in fact, it has a unique character all of its own that was truly excellent. I'll be buying my own bottle as we get closer to St. Patrick's Day.
"I distrust a man who says 'when.' He's got to be careful not to drink too much, because he's not to be trusted when he does." Sydney Greenstreet
While in New Mexico I had the chance to try J.W. Lees Harvest Ale (Lagavulin Whisky Cask). Interesting to try, definitely had Lagavulin flavoring. Way too sweet a beer though for my tastes (sickly sweet for me). If it had been my choice, I'd have probably aged some Guinness Extra Stout in the Lagavulin casks.
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Large pour of Clynelish 14. Lovely, lingering finish on this one.
A nice pour of Finlaggan
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Last night I had a JWB followed by a final 1/4 pour from my Laph QC mixed with 3/4 Caol Ila 12. For some reason this pairing didn't work well. Could have been an off night because usually the LQC works well in "seasoning" other pours.
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Last night it was Laphroaig 10 CS followed by JW Green (followed later by a EWSB 2000 nightcap).
I'm just getting my nose into my first-ever glass of Springbank 12 year old cask strength. Lovely aroma so far.
Finished the last of a bottle of Laphroaig 10 this weekend. One of my favorite, entry-level Scotches.
Tonight, a generous pour of Glenlivet 15 French Oak. Have to have the sweet tooth to enjoy this stuff. Real shame that it's bottled at a measly 40%.
Just picked up the Bowmore 10 Tempest 112 proof.
Initial nose: Alcohol. After a few minutes opening up it has turned to toasted apple pie with cinnamon. Also getting some fresh tobacco shop smells.
Taste: Initial heat slowly turning into smooth fruit (green apples, peaches, and maybe a bit of melon) with surprisingly mellow peat and smoke (I like/want peat and smoke!).
Finish: Somewhat short to medium in length sweetness, with lasting heat as it departs.
A nice dram with a hint of that curious fruitiness that I always appreciate from Bowmore (specifically as found in the 17 yr). Not quite what I was expecting but I find myself wanting more now that my glass has emptied.
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