Last alcohol reivew, quit drinking: BV Tapestry Reserve Red wine

Hi all, this is my last alcohol review: I have quit drinking.

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

SJ's Rating- Top Shelf 

Smooth, delicious & worth the money. 

Occasion- Napa visit

SJ's Pro tip- A must try

Alternates- None, best I had

Food Pairing- Appetizers from 

Feel(After Drinking)- Satisfied

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What is Tapestry? 

Term used in the world of wine to describe a blend or cuvee that is created by combining different grape varieties to create a harmonious and balanced wine. 

Is is also made with 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec & 1% Cabernet Franc. 

Vital stats- BV(Beaulieu Valley) Tapestry Reserve Red wine

Price- $85

Vintage- 2019

Age- 22 months ageing in French Oak(60% new barrels)

ABV- 14.7%

Region- Napa valley

Winery- Beaulieu Valley Vineyard, Rutherford, Napa valley

Awards won- None found

Tasting info-

Serving glass- tall wine glass

Serving style- room temperature

Appearance- Dark red

Aroma- fresh grapes, chocolate, nuts

Flavor- Semi-sweet, chocolate, raisins

Body- full

Finish- Smooth, warm & lingering

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

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Hatozaki Japanese Whisky

 

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

SJ's Rating- Top Shelf

Excellent quality whisky, balanced & refreshing.

Occasion- Friends get together

SJ's Pro tip- Since it is light, it is good as a daytime drink

Alternates- Nikka single malt miyagikyo

Cocktail- Highball

Feel(After Drinking)- Light & refreshing

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From the product label "The Hatozaki Lighthouse, the oldest stone lighthouse in Japan, has been a guide for sailors navigating the turbulent waters before the port of Akashi since 1620.it is a symbol of dependability, openness to the wider world, and trade which enables the exchange of goods and ideas. We chose this lighthouse, which stands so close to our distillery, as the perfect loan to represent our whisky "

Vital stats- Hatozski finest whisky

Price- $43.49 for 750ml

Age- NAS, up to 12 years

ABV- 40%

Region/Country- Japan

Distillery- Kaikyo Distillery, Akashi city, Japan

Awards won- None found

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Japanese whisky glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Light golden

Aroma- Cereal, honey, citrus

Flavor- Balanced, slightly sweet, honey

Body- Medium

Finish- Warm, smooth, lingering

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

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Eight settlers Ragtown American Whiskey

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

SJ's Rating- Top Shelf

Smooth, aromatic & delicious. Go for it if you want some change from regular scotch. 

Occasion- Tasting new whiskey

SJ's Pro tip- If you like rye whisky this is for you

Alternates- Eight settlers Devil's Gate 

Food Pairing- BBq salmon, corn & veggies

Feel(After Drinking)-

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The product label says "Blended & handcrafted locally, Ragtown American Whiskey is a unique blend of two robust and smooth whiskies with a bold yet smooth aroma. The spicy flavor and distinct notes of spice and pepper are complimented with subtle sweetness"

Vital stats- Eight Settlers Ragton Amerian Whiskey

Price- $54.10 for 750ml

Age- 3 years

ABV- 45%

Region- Utah,USA

Distillery- 8 Settlers Distillery, Cottonwood Heights, Utah

Awards won- 

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Dark amber

Aroma- Peppermint, spicy

Flavor- Spicy, peppermint

Body- full

Finish- Spicy, smooth & lingering

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

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Chivas Regal 13 Extra Travel Exclusive

 

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

SJ's Group Rating-  Middle Shelf(Group of 7)

It is smooth & enjoyable and a budget blended whisky. However, due to the sweet rum finish does not make it to the top spot. It is confusing whether it is whisky, rum, or a cocktail.I prefer the regular Chivas instead of the rum cask finish. 

Occasion- Group whisky tasting #4

SJ's Pro tip- A budget blended whisky

Alternates- Regular Chivas 12

Food Pairing- Nepali food

Feel(After Drinking)- Neutral

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Yet another travel-exclusive whisky that I am proud to present. The product label says it all "Chivas Regal extra 13 years old takes the iconic Chivas house style to a new level, by finishing a portion of the blend in Rum casks to add an extra layer of sweet & luscious flavor"

Enough said, now it is time for the tasting notes!

Vital stats- Chivas Regal 13 Extra Travel Exclusive

Price- $55.50 for 750ml

Age- 13 years

ABV- 40%

Region/Country- Scotland

Distillery- Chivas Brothers

Awards won- None found

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Glencairn glass

Serving style- Neat then on the rocks

Appearance- Dark amber

Aroma- Orange, rum, cinnamon

Flavor- Spicy, cinnamon, chocolate, rum

Body- Medium

Finish- Sweet, non lingering rum 

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

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