Devil's gate bourbon whiskey

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

Occasions, Tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel

SJ's Rating- Top Shelf

Very smooth & soothing for a new distillery. My buddy rated it top shelf as well. 

Occasion- Lunch after hike(Lake Blanche)

SJ's Pro tip- Grab one from the store if you happen to visit 8th Settlers Distillery 

Alternates- High West American Prairie Bourbon

Food Pairing- Exotic burger

Feel(After Drinking)- Plesantly surprised

The Second Segment(Technical details that are mostly available on google search)

Eight settlers distillery , in the mid- 1800's, eight families settled an area known at the time as Butlerville,Utah, nestled between Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons. The area's beauty and rich history inspired the creation of Eight Settlers Distillery, along with the desire to crete a brand remiscent of pride and determination of the origional settlers. 

Read's the product label "Devil's Gate is aged in oak barrels in small batches to enhance it's oaky, vanilla aroma"

Vital stats- Devil's gate bourbon whiskey from 8 settlers 

Price- $43 for 750ml

Age- 3 years

ABV- 45%

Region- Utah,USA

Distillery- 8 settlers distillery, Cottonwood Height, USA

Awards won- None found

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- On the rocks

Appearance- Light gold

Aroma- Subtle fruity, oak, vanilla

Flavor- Fruits, spices, citrus

Body- Full bodied

Finish- Smooth, medium linger

I absolutely enjoyed reviewing this delicious whisky. Hope you will give it a shot. Cheers! 🥃🥃. Enjoy Responsibly. 

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Barahsinghe Pilsner- craft beer from Nepal

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

Occasions, Tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel

SJ's Rating- Top Shelf

Very smooth, top quality beer from Nepal.

Occasion- Beating the heat with dad

SJ's Pro tip- Definately try it when in Nepal

Alternates- Nepal ice pilsner beer(Also from Nepal)

Food Pairing- Popcorn, spicy thai salad

Feel(After Drinking)- Fulfilled 👦

The Second Segment(Technical details that are mostly available on google search)

The product label says "Barahsinghe is a crips and balanced premium dry hopper lager.Brewed with imported German Malted Barley, Natural Spring water & Aromatic hops, this beer with floral, woody and spicy aromatics will certainly please your palate" Nothing more to add, agree with this story. 

Vital stats- Barahsinghe Pilsner beer 

Price- $3.28 for 650 ml (Available in Nepal)

Age- NAS(No Age Statement)

ABV- 5%

Region/Country- Nepal

Distillery- Yak Brewing, Kurintar,Chitwan, Nepal

Awards won- None found 

Tasting info-

Serving glass- German beer mug

Serving style- Chilled

Appearance- Golden

Aroma- Fruits, hops, citrus

Flavor- Semi sweet, spices, cinnamon, orange

Body- Medium 

Finish- Smooth, medium linger

I absolutely enjoyed reviewing this delicious beer. Hope you will give it a shot. Cheers! 🥃🥃. Enjoy Responsibly. 

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Tullibardine Artisan Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Occasions, Tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel

SJ's Rating- Midde Shelf

I enjoyed it on a hot summer day. Not the smoothest yet enjoyable on a summer day since the color is light and flavor is vibrant. 

Occasion- Have momo with friends

SJ's Pro tip- It is a good beginner whisky

Alternates- Tomatin Dualchas , similar taste and from the same region Highland

Food Pairing- Chicken momo 😀

Feel(After Drinking)- Neutral

The Second Segment(Technical details that are mostly available on google search)

Established in 1488, Tullibardine Distillery is one of the oldest distilleries in the world. The product label reads "Aged exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, Tullibardine Artisan is a beautifully smooth whisky, wiht notes of soft citrus, soft fruits &. butterscotch"

From it's website, Tulibardine Artisan is a US exclusive. It has been aged exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, to create a beautifully smooth whisky. Enough of the story, time to actually taste and find oug😁

Vital stats- Tullibardine Artisan Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Price- $34.99 for 750 ml

Age- NAS(No Age Statement)

ABV- 40%

Region- Highland

Distillery- Tullibardine Distillery, Perthshire, Scotland

Awards won- Not found for this expression

Tasting info

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Light gold

Aroma- Peat smoke, spices, orange peel

Flavor- Smokey, spicy, hint of cinnamon

Body- Full bodied

Finish- Smooth, medium linger

I absolutely enjoyed reviewing this delicious whisky. Hope you will give it a shot. Cheers! 🥃🥃. Enjoy Responsibly. 

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Raksi -white whiskey

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

Occasions, Tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel

SJ's Rating- Middle Shelf

I had Nepali rakshi before and compared to that this is way smoother. I believe it is an acquired taste since it is made of millet which is why it is in my middle shelf. Have yet to try their other expression-aged rakshi which will be my next venture. 

Occasion- Bbq at friend's place

SJ's Pro tip- Sample very little if it is your first time, pour some more if you like it

Alternates- Traditional rakshi made in Nepal

Food Pairing- Chicken bbq

Feel(After Drinking)- Pleasantly surprised

The Second Segment(Technical details that are mostly available on google search)

The product story goes "Raksi is the traditional Nepalese drink of celebration. But you don't need to be in the Himalays to make Raksi part of your festivities. We distill this authentic velvety rugged white whiskey to bring craft taste to every occasion. With Raksi on hand, every day is a reason to celebrate"

Well said, Rakshi is an acquired taste so it will take some time to adjust to your palate if you like it. 

Vital stats- Raksi white whiskey

Price- $25 for 750ml (As told by friend who brought it, not confirmed though)

Age- NAS(No Age Statement)

ABV- 45%

Company- Raksi Spirits Company,Denver,CO

Distillery- JLA Distillery, FL,USA

Awards won- None but a big salute to the bold move

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Clear(Colorless)

Aroma- Fruits, millet, raw alcohol

Flavor- Semi sweet, vanilla

Body- Medium

Finish- Smooth,warm, short linger

I absolutely enjoyed reviewing this delicious whisky. Hope you will give it a shot. Cheers! 🥃🥃. Enjoy Responsibly. 

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