Whiskey is Good » Rating: 7

Sam Houston Small Very Small Batch

Whiskey is Good — Wed, 26 May 2010 15:40:33 +0000

The $30 price range is often a bit shady. It can be a good bourbon at a respectable price, but is often a bad bourbon hoping the price will make you think it’s good. Because of this, I often avoid it. Sam Houston however is the former. It has a nice spice due to the high rye content. That doesn’t over power the other flavors though, fruit and oak. Overall, if you’re looking for something different, sometime with a little character that doesn’t cost a fortune, just look for the first president of the Republic of Texas on the shelf of your liquor store.

Evan Williams Honey Reserve

Whiskey is Good — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:38:52 +0000

I was a bit skeptical when I saw Evan Williams Honey Reserve on the shelf. Then I saw the $15 price tag and the $10 rebate. It could be terrible but be well worth $5. Surprisingly, it is worth much more than that. If you’re expecting a standard whiskey, it’s not here. It’s lower proof and clearly has a honey flavor, as it is made with real honey. You can still clearly tast the bourbon, though mostly in the aftertaste. For a refreshing drink on the rocks or an interesting medicinal concoction it will make a welcome addition to the cabinet, to be brought out on occasion. If you can find it while the $10 rebate is still on, grab a couple. It’s well worth it.

Jim Beam Distiller’s Series

Whiskey is Good — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:42:11 +0000

The very first distinct thought I had with my initial sip was “Damn, this is smooth”. Which prompted me to really get a proper sniff from the bottle. It reminded me of the smell of brown sugar covering a hot bowl of oatmeal in the morning. If you can get past the easy finish without immediately taking another drink, you will notice a nice combination of vanilla and caramel on your tongue, and in your nose. If you like Jim Beam’s original blend, this will be a treat.