Kirkland Blended Scotch Whisky

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

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

SJ's Rating- Middle Shelf

Absolutely worth the price. Smooth, refreshing & tasty with high quality. 

Occasion- San Jose visit

SJ's Pro tip- Great as a go-to drink without breaking the bank

Alternates- There are none that come close to the price of this but  Monkey shoulder though pricier is a good alternate

Food Pairing- Thankali food

Feel(After Drinking)- Superb

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

The moment I had been waiting for, to try a Kirkland brand Scotch. The wait if over. Product story reads "A smooth and rich blend with notes of dried fruit, vanilla and cedar with a lightly peated finish"

I agree with the notes, now its time to try it.

Vital stats- Kirkland Signature Blended Scotch Whisky 

Price- $19.99 for 1.75ml

Age- 3 years

ABV- 40%

Region/Country- Scotland

Distillery/Company- Alexander Murray & Co, Aberdeen Scotland

Awards won- None found

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Medium gold

Aroma- Light peaty, spics, oak, spices, citrus

Flavor- Some peat smoke, oak, spices

Body- Medium

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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Highland Park Spirit of the Bear Travel Exclusive

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

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

SJ's Rating- Middle shelf

Occasion- Drink with father in law

SJ's Pro tip- I would pick something higher than 40% ABV

Alternates- Glenmorangie Elementa 14 Travel Exclusive for a similar price

Food Pairing- Pretty Bird spicy chicken sandwich

Feel(After Drinking)- Neutral😐

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

This is a travel-exclusive whisky, got it from Qatar Airport. The product label says "Resilient & self-sufficient, with a highly developed instinct for survival, the natural characteristics of the bear were much admired by our Viking ancestors. Spirit of the bear is inspired by the resilient nature and fierce independence of our Viking ancestors-characteristics that sit at the heart of our whisky-making today"

Enough of the product story, time for the tasting notes. 

Vital stats- Highland Park Spirit of the Bear Travel Exclusive

Price- $51.64 (QAR 188)for 1 liter bottle(Buy 1 , get 50% offer)

Age- NAS(No Age Statement)

ABV- 40%

Country/Region- Scotland

Distillery- Highland Park Distillery, Kirkwall,Scotland

Awards won- Silver, International Spirits Challenge 2019

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Bright gold

Aroma- Light smokey, peat, spices

Flavor- Smokey, oak, orange peel, spices

Body- Medium 

Finish- Medium linger

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

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Amico Amaro bitter liqueur by Revolution Spirits

 The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

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

SJ's Rating- Bottom Shelf

I could not take more than one sip. 

Occasion- Tasting for podcast content

SJ's Pro tip- Avoid it

Alternates- None

Food Pairing- It ruins your appetite so N/A

Feel(After Drinking)- Terrible

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

Revolution spirits was established in 2013 according to its website. A fairy new player in the liqueur domain. They call themselves craft distillery and roll out Austin Reserve Gin, chocolate cafecito ,cafecito coffee liqueur & amico amaro. I already reviewed cafecito coffee liqueur which is also in bottom shelf. 

Vital stats- Amico Amaro bitter liqueur by Revolution Spirits

Price- Free sampler provided

Age-NAS

ABV- 25%

Region- Texas,USA

Distillery- Revolution Spirits, Austin,TX

Awards won- I give it the worst liqueur award

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Glencairn Whisky glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Dark

Aroma- Burnt coffee

Flavor- Extremely bitter, sugary,terrible

Body- Medium

Finish- Bitter, sugary, non-lingering

I hope this will help you in making a sound choice. For more top shelf drinks check out my other reviews. Cheers! 🥃🥃. Enjoy Responsibly. 

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Kavalan ex-bourbon cask Group tasting

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

SJ's Rating(Group)- Top of the Top Shelf

5 out of 5 tasters rated this Top shelf. This is a must try to please your senses and have an enjoyable time. 

Occasion- Group whisky tasting & review#3

SJ's Pro tip- Pick one of these whenever you can in duty free

Alternates- Kavalan sherry  oak

Food Pairing- Pork choila

Feel(After Drinking)- Surreal, happy, musical,spice,enjoyable

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

The product label says "Matured in hand selected first-fill American ex-Bourbon barrels.Fresh honey and vanilla are the main characteristics of this unique single malt Taiwanese whisky"

No more words needed. Enjoy my tasting notes. 

Vital stats-

Price- $125 for 750ml

Age- NAS(No Age Statement)

ABV- 46%

Region- Taiwan

Distillery- King Car Kavalan Distillery,Yilan,Taiwan

Awards won- Gold medal

Tasting info- Kavalan single malt Taiwanese whisky, ex bourbon oak

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- Neat then on the rocks

Appearance- Dark amber

Aroma- Fruits, caramel, oak

Flavor- Spicy, woody

Body- Full bodied

Finish- Smooth, long, warm & lingering

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

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