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Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014

The Whiskey Wash

We review Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014, distilled entirely from barley grown solely on Islay, specifically from barley grown on eight local farms, all within an 11-mile radius of the distillery. It has been matured for eight years in a combination of first-fill bourbon casks (80%), sherry butts (5%), and second-fill wine casks (15%).

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Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014

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Designed as fully traceable from farm to glass, Islay Barley 2014 matured in a combination of first fill bourbon casks, sherry butts and second fill wine casks. Islay Barley 2014 was distilled from barley grown on eight farms, all within an 11-mile radius of the Islay distillery. A subtle maritime note also lingers. per 750-ml.

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Review: Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014, Re/Define 18, and Re/Define 30

Drinkhacker

Bruichladdich Islay Barley 2014 – The 2014 harvest of local barley on the island of Islay was malted, mashed, and distilled, then aged for 8 years in first-fill bourbon barrels (80%) along with a combination of second-fill sherry butts (5%) and second-fill wine casks (15%). Let’s crack some corks!

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The Ultimate Guide to Jameson Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

Jameson is the world’s bestselling Irish whiskey brand, renowned for its triple-distilled smooth blend. Exploring the origins, production, and best serving suggestions – this ultimate guide provides everything you need to know about Jameson whiskey. What kind of whiskey is Jameson? Where is Jameson whiskey produced?

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Whiskey Review: New Riff Sour Mash Single Malt Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Some whiskeys have little going on with them on the development side: one, maybe two types of grain in the mash bill, and just one type of aging cask. This in no way, per our editorial policies , influenced the final outcome of this review.

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Review: 2bar Single Barrel Bourbon 6 Years Old

Drinkhacker

Drinkhacker first checked in with 2bar’s bourbon in 2014 with a bottling aged for 9 months in 15-gallon barrels. Given the state of craft bourbon in 2014, 2bar’s youthful whiskey graded comparatively well. Coming a long way since the early days, 2bar Spirits just released their oldest whiskey to date.

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How Flavored Whiskey Became a Major Part of Modern Drinks Culture

VinePair

And flavored whiskey is everywhere. But on my first night visiting family, I realized that flavored whiskey had grown more than I’d expected when my brother reached for a bottle of Skrewball to make a drink. Where do you think Fireball ranks among all spirits brands — not just whiskey — in terms of sales?” Fewer people smoke.

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