Evan William Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon WineMasters Barrel #2

Reviewed by Ron on May 7, 2012

Nose: The aromas in this bourbon changed every ten minutes, at first citrus and apple filled the nose. Before big-time vanilla, marshmallow, coconut and chocolate take over. After a while the aromas turned to butterscotch/toffee, nuts and caramel, making it smell exactly like pecan...

BenRiach 12 year old, Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Reviewed by Ron on Mar 19, 2012

Nose: Honey and hazelnut open up first in this single malt before turning floral with lilacs. Vanilla and baking spices/allspice turn up, all the while citrus keeps this malt fresh and lively. Palate: The baking spices greet the palate initially, followed quickly by lovely citrus. This...

Angel’s Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Reviewed by Ron on Feb 22, 2012

Nose: The nose was a little closed when I opened this bottle, but after a little air aromas of caramel and butterscotch build. Subtle apple shows up and combines nicely with the caramel, creating a yummy combination of caramel apple.  Aromas of anise and clove prove that there is indeed...

William Larue Weller, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Reviewed by Ron on Feb 15, 2012

Nose: Coconut, vanilla, chocolate and mint emerges in this uncut, unfiltered bourbon. Hints of raisins show up after a while. Palate: Spicy and warming but not rough. Creamy and rich, this bourbon tastes like good quality (high fat) vanilla ice cream. The raisins show up again in the long...