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July 2023 - World Whisk(e)y This month's Spirits feature is World Whisk(e)y World Whisk(e)y Reviews All $90 Blue Spot 7 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Savory, almost meaty and then layered with red berries, citrus, and flaky pastries with tropical fruit confections; this one goes deep into the vault and delivers a king's fortune of flavor and gratification. $90 » Read Full Review $599 REDBREAST 27 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Batch No. 4 Fresh and dried spiced mango with waves of coconut and a menagerie of accompanying fruits and spices; if this doesn't grab your attention then you aren't paying attention to Whiskies. $599 » Read Full Review $230 REDBREAST 21 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey This is something quite special, a special Whiskey to be sipped and appreciated with special friends; both contemplative to focus on by itself but subtle and enjoyable enough to take a back seat to your guests. $230 » Read Full Review $288 Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey An amazingly complex and multifaceted Irish Whiskey that tantalizes the senses and evolves with every sip; layers of fruit and spice that is like simultaneously walking through an Irish apple orchard and a Turkish bazaar. $288 » Read Full Review $115 REDBREAST 15 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey A sensationally satisfying Sherry-accented Single Pot Still Whiskey to revel with and revere. $115 » Read Full Review $150 Red Spot 15 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey A brooding and seductive, seriously delicious Single Pot Still Whiskey well suited for contemplative post prandial sipping. $150 » Read Full Review $212 Knappogue Castle 21 Year Old Exclusive Cask-Vatting Single Malt Irish Whiskey Bespoke and understated elegance here while deftly holding the 46% ABV and could be much bolder but instead maintains restraint and finesse; sip this and enjoy gracefully while others shout and destroy their palates with something cask strength. $212 » Read Full Review $214 Kavalan Solist Brandy Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Fruity and savory, this Whisky is driven by umami; a fascinating and contemplative sipper. $214 » Read Full Review $277 Jameson Bow Street 18 Year Old Cask Strength Irish Blended Whiskey Batch No. 1/2019 An Irish Whiskey that stops you in your tracks like a punch to the mouth, yet the rich, sweet layers of grain and spice have you coming back and nicely asking for another. $277 » Read Full Review $91 Amrut Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky Cask strength Whisky poured over your honey and apple cinnamon breakfast cereal mix; the intensity of the flavors is dialed in. $91 » Read Full Review $102 King Car Conductor Single Malt Whisky A rich and bold Whisky that is absolutely delicious with a touch of spicy heat. $102 » Read Full Review $107 REDBREAST 12 Year Old Cask Strength Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Batch No. B1/22 A ferociously flavorful and fat Whiskey that stuns the senses with its complexity and power. $107 » Read Full Review $214 Kavalan Solist Oloroso Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Rich and intense yet still manages to be lithe and nimble in spite of being a brooding powerhouse of a dram. $214 » Read Full Review $250 Midleton Very Rare Irish Blended Whiskey An extremely charming and approachable blended Whiskey that will be a superbly satisfying evening companion. $250 » Read Full Review $599 Kavalan Solist Amontillado Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Like Texas BBQ dry rub on smoked meat; powerful and delicious. $599 » Read Full Review $599 Kavalan Solist Manzanilla Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Absolutely delicious with great intensity and layer upon layer of flavor complexity; think roasted dates and pralines with intensely layered savory and sweet spices. $599 » Read Full Review $599 Kavalan Solist Moscatel Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Super concentrated Manzanilla Sherry with the alcohol completely in check; the best and most complex peanut brittle you ever had in liquid form. $599 » Read Full Review $59 The Big Smoke 50% Heavily Peated Blended Malt Scotch Whisky A bold, smoky, blended Scotch with cascading waves of peaty and fruity flavors. $59 » Read Full Review $60 McConnell’s 5 Year Aged Sherry Cask-Finished Irish Blended Whiskey An excellent example of Irish Whiskey, nicely balanced with sherry cask influence. $60 » Read Full Review $70 Green Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Rich buttery sweetness with waves of fruit and refreshing green notes; will make a very fine early evening sipper. $70 » Read Full Review $89 Kavalan Distillery Reserve Madeira Cask Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky This is turned up to 11 and then turned up to 11 again; lots of flavor and not for the faint of heart. $89 » Read Full Review $96 Knappogue Castle 14 Year Old Non-Chill Filtered Single Malt Irish Whiskey A bold, spicy Irish Single Malt that sets the bar at a most pleasurable level. $96 » Read Full Review $100 Suntory Hibiki Japanese Harmony Blended Japanese Whisky Depth and complexity of aromas and flavors balanced with a harmonious honey sweetness throughout; perfectly demonstrating the finesse of blended Whiskies. $100 » Read Full Review $107 Amrut Peated Cask Strength Indian Single Malt Whisky Smoky and salted dry mango with plenty of wood and grain notes; curious yet delicious. $107 » Read Full Review $115 Knappogue Castle 16 Year Old Sherry Cask-Finished Single Malt Irish Whiskey A complex and palate stimulating Single Malt for serious sipping and savoring; let this one open up a bit before diving into its pleasure packed pool. $115 » Read Full Review $195 Kavalan Solist Ex-Bourbon Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Like a Speyside Single Malt and high proof Bourbon cuvée, sweet and grainy with tons of heat and barrel flavor; simply put, if you like big and bold Whiskies you will like this. $195 » Read Full Review $699 Kavalan Solist PX Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Dark chocolate, coffee cake, and dried red fruits make up this rich flavor bomb. $699 » Read Full Review $35 Powers Gold Label Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey A fun, spicy Irish Whiskey for elevated sessions and soirées. $35 » Read Full Review $38 Jameson Black Barrel Irish Blended Whiskey A sleek, yet rich Irish blend that captivates the senses. $38 » Read Full Review $39 Laird’s Apple Brandy Barrel-Finished Irish Whiskey A silky smooth sipper with delicate caramel apple flavors. $39 » Read Full Review $40 Spirit of HVEN MerCurious Corn Whisky A lovely Whisky with good depth and complexity of flavors; simple enough to drink, yet complex enough to pore over. $40 » Read Full Review $40 Spirit of HVEN Hvenus Rye Whisky Rich, spicy, and warming; this Whisky will cut through a winter chill. $40 » Read Full Review $45 Jameson Crested Irish Blended Whiskey Honeyed sweet malt leads the way with notes of sticky toffee pudding; a most delightful sipper. $45 » Read Full Review $50 Myrká 12 Year Old Blended Malt Whisky Batch No. 7 A layered and decently complex Whisky that really highlights the roasted and honeyed grain flavors. $50 » Read Full Review $55 Black Bull 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky A rich, nutty, sherried blended Scotch Whisky that will appeal to Single Malt drinkers. $55 » Read Full Review $59 Kavalan Distillery Select No. 2 Single Malt Whisky A rich and well balanced single malt with bold, instantly appealing tropical fruit flavors that can be enjoyed on its own or in cocktails. $59 » Read Full Review $65 Torabhaig Allt Gleann Legacy Series Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky A sleek and stylish Single Malt with a fine interplay of smoke, fruit, and wood spice. $65 » Read Full Review $69 Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Bourbon Cask-Matured Single Malt Irish Whiskey Delicate, yet the subtle depth does not go unnoticed nor unappreciated. $69 » Read Full Review $70 REDBREAST 12 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey A sleek, minerally and lively Single Pot Still Whiskey with lovely nuances to get lost in. $70 » Read Full Review $76 Green Spot Leoville Barton Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Exotic spices layered on sweet grains and fruits; a bit atypical but fascinating. $76 » Read Full Review $76 Powers John's Lane 12 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Dried tropical fruits on sweet caramel bread pudding; a complex cloud of dreamy Whiskey. $76 » Read Full Review $78 Glen Grant 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky An excellent and typical Speyside malt with nice pops of tropical fruits and pastries. $78 » Read Full Review $79 Keeper’s Heart 10 Year Old Malaga Wine Cask-Finished Single Malt Irish Whiskey A delightfully fresh, fruity, and satisfying Irish Single Malt for all occasions. $79 » Read Full Review $87 REDBREAST Lustau Edition Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey A round and warming Whiskey with forests of creamy, spicy oak to buttress the firmament of fruit and grain. $87 » Read Full Review $97 METHOD AND MADNESS 14 Year Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey An amazingly elegant and deeply flavorful Irish Single Malt of the highest order. $97 » Read Full Review $99 Kavalan Concertmaster Sherry Cask Finish Single Malt Whisky Dried red fruits, nuts, and baking spices abound in this complex and wood spice forward dram that seems almost custom tailored for cigar pairings. $99 » Read Full Review $110 METHOD AND MADNESS Oats And Malt Irish Blended Whiskey A spry and distinctively flavorful Irish Whiskey that will be very versatile. $110 » Read Full Review $119 Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky Rich leathery nose dovetails into a lovely confected body that is subtle and sweet but not overly so. $119 » Read Full Review $180 Suntory Yamazaki 12 Years Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky A superb Japanese Whisky with fine poise and captivating layers of flavor on the long, graceful finish. $180 » Read Full Review $214 Kavalan Solist Port Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Oak, ripe black fruit and chocolate, and maduro tobacco. $214 » Read Full Review $469 Kavalan Solist Fino Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Barrel forward spice blackened with dried fruit; absolutely delicious with a long spicy cinnamon finish. $469 » Read Full Review $33 Jameson Triple Triple Sherry, Bourbon, and Malaga Cask-Finished Irish Whiskey A creamy, generous Irish Whiskey with rich fruit, grain and spice notes that thoroughly satisfy. $33 » Read Full Review $35 Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition Irish Blended Whiskey A very tasty, creamy and honeyed Whiskey for all occasions; will make a damn fine Irish coffee. $35 » Read Full Review $53 Powers Three Swallow Release Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Barrel forward flavors with sweet grains as a foundation, this should appeal to any drinker of Whiskies. $53 » Read Full Review $80 Green Spot Chateau Montelena Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Vanilla cream with spicy and earthy components; an excellent sipper with a spicy characteristic that is a natural pairing for cigars. $80 » Read Full Review $89 Kavalan Distillery Reserve Peated Malt Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky A densely packed beast of a Whisky with concentrated flavors and a sinewy, full body; uncage the flavors with a little water. $89 » Read Full Review $92 Yellow Spot 12 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey Interestingly complex while veering a bit off the well worn path; an Irish Whiskey for sipping with seafood along the Portuguese coastline. $92 » Read Full Review $99 Kavalan Concertmaster Vinho Barrique Finish Single Malt Whisky A delicious, spicy, fruity Whisky that is extremely versatile and satisfying. $99 » Read Full Review $102 Kavalan Podium Single Malt Whisky A unique mix of ripe tropical fruits and fresh herbs makes this an intriguingly approachable, yet contemplative dram. $102 » Read Full Review $110 METHOD AND MADNESS Rye And Malt Irish Blended Whiskey A spunky, grainy dram with a creamy center that will be a nice sipper on the rocks or will elevate cocktails. $110 » Read Full Review $119 The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky A surprisingly rich and robust, yet delicate, blended Scotch Whisky that delivers a wide range of evolving flavors in a warm package. $119 » Read Full Review $214 Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky Big and bold, loaded with oak flavors, and layer upon layer of roasted umami. $214 » Read Full Review $226 Jameson 18 Year Old Irish Blended Whiskey Classic Irish Whiskey with a little extra depth and verve; great for sipping, shooting, or mixing. $226 » Read Full Review $34 Suntory Toki Blended Japanese Whisky Beautiful nose that draws you in with layers of floral and fruity flavors despite the slightly elevated ABV; dare to say this is designed to make a killer High Ball? $34 » Read Full Review $46 Glen Grant 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky Orchard fruits, sweet grains, and a bit of honey sweetness; the very standard of what it means to be a Speyside Whisky. $46 » Read Full Review $49 Bushmills 10 Year Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey A rock solid Irish Single Malt with honey, orchard fruit, and mixed nuts; this is exactly what to expect for very good Irish Malt. $49 » Read Full Review $59 Coachbuilt Blended Scotch Whisky A nicely balanced smoky blended Scotch Whisky with a creamy center. $59 » Read Full Review $59 Kavalan Distillery Select No.1 Single Malt Whisky Excellent flavors and aromas of a very well executed malt Whisky. $59 » Read Full Review $92 Kavalan Classic Single Malt Whisky Sweet grains, baked red fruits, and black tea; just a really tasty sipper. $92 » Read Full Review $28 Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey A soft, creamy Irish blend with attractive fruit and spice notes; a very sessionable Whiskey indeed. $28 » Read Full Review $55 Suntory Ao World Blended Whiskey An intriguing and well balanced, lightly smoky Whiskey that will be fun to experiment with in cocktails. $55 » Read Full Review $58 Jameson Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey A scintillatingly spicy and engaging Single Pot Still Whiskey with ample flavor and a youthful strut. $58 » Read Full Review $59 Brenne Estate Cask Single Malt French Whisky Sweet fruit and floral aromas fill the glass and transport you to a pastoral orchard. $59 » Read Full Review $99 Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt Whisky Complex but very barrel forward with rich red fruit and nut characteristics. $99 » Read Full Review $30 Black Bull Kyloe Blended Scotch Whisky A solid, high octane blended Scotch that will stand out in cocktails. $30 » Read Full Review $32 Powers Rye Whiskey An interesting, spicy, rye dominated Whiskey that will be fun to play with in cocktails. $32 » Read Full Review $59 METHOD AND MADNESS Single Grain Irish Whiskey An interesting, earthy, grain-forward Whiskey that will play nicely in cocktails. $59 » Read Full Review $64.99 Ballykeefe Single Malt Irish Whiskey Very tasty with loads of potential demanding your attention to pick out all of its complexities. $64.99 » Read Full Review $69 Stork House Full Proof Rye Whiskey Holds the ABV exceedingly well and does the green and grassy tones of the rye grain with a nice and elegant balance of sweet vanilla from the barrel. $69 » Read Full Review $79 The Globe Proof and Wood 8 Year Old Bourbon and Rum Barrel Finished Rye Whiskey Spicy, fruity, and nutty layers of flavor complexity without getting muddled and remaining very approachable despite the elevated ABV. $79 » Read Full Review $35 Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition Irish Blended Whiskey A fun, tropical fruit accented Irish Whiskey with well integrated hop notes; will be a blast in cocktails, especially Irish Mules. $35 » Read Full Review $35 McConnell’s 5 Year Aged Irish Blended Whisky Nice fruited apple and honied grains on the nose and palate make this a simple, direct, and quintessentially Irish Whiskey. $35 » Read Full Review $36 Jameson Cold Brew Irish Blended Whiskey A pleasant coffee flavored Whiskey for shots and such. $36 » Read Full Review $56 The Legendary Red Silkie Spanish Red Wine Cask-Finished Irish Blended Whiskey Rich and spicy, this Whiskey will do nicely on the rocks to open up more of the spice aromas and smooth out the touch of heat to the palate. $56 » Read Full Review $64.99 Ballykeefe Irish Single Pot Still Whiskey A nice Whiskey with a good future; a solid example of the style. $64.99 » Read Full Review $7 Best Buy Royal Circle Indian Whisky A solid everyday pour with good complexity of grain, floral notes, and barrel characteristics. $7 Best Buy » Read Full Review $52 The Midnight Silkie Imperial Stout Cask-Finished Blended Irish Single Malt Whiskey Rich chocolate and nutty flavors and aromas shine. $52 » Read Full Review $30 Spirit of HVEN Old Hare Blended Swedish Whisky Fascinating and complex flavors that make for a rich and interesting nose and palate. $30 » Read Full Review $39 The Molly Malone Small Batch Irish Whiskey A pleasantly fruity Irish Whisky that is an easy sipper. $39 » Read Full Review $99 Brenne 10 Year Single Malt French Whisky Resonates with the smells of honey, citrus, and an Alpine meadow. $99 » Read Full Review $25 Proper No. Twelve Apple Irish Whiskey Autumnal caramel apple candies in your glass; this is a candy shot or cocktail ready to go. $25 » Read Full Review Shortcut: https://www.tastings.com/Calendar-Spirits/Review-2023-07-01-World-Whiskey.aspx