Spirits Ratings and Reviews

Milk & Honey Elements Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky

Tomer 3/31/26

Innovation in a Bottle

I’m a big fan of the M&H Elements Sherry Cask. It hits that sweet spot where the taste is luxuriously smooth and the profile is rich, with just a whisper of smoke in the background.
But what really elevates this for me is the story. Understanding the innovation and the "why" behind their aging process makes every sip feel earned. It’s proof that a great idea makes for a great whisky.

Milk & Honey Elements Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky

Innovation in a Bottle

I’m a big fan of the M&H Elements Sherry Cask. It hits that sweet spot where the taste is luxuriously smooth and the profile is rich, with just a whisper of smoke in the background.
But what really elevates this for me is the story. Understanding the innovation and the "why" behind their aging process makes every sip feel earned. It’s proof that a great idea makes for a great whisky.

Deadhead Dark Chocolate Rum

Easy to drink, hard to pour

I love, love this rum! The bottle is really, cool, but standard or oversized pourers don’t fit it very well. Some of the precious liquid gets spilled, particularly with a new bottle. But, still 5 stars from taste alone.

Hussong's Mr Tequila Reposado

After starting my own tequila diaries, I came across this product here and I tell you. It’s the best. Though I’m still on my quest, the stop here at Hussong has me by the arm or the liver idk but give it a try, I promise you’ll love it.

Eagle Rare 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Had been looking for this for a while - but not worth it for me

High Rock Vodka

I’m 81, benn a Earnhardt fan since the mid 70’s at Metrolina Racetrack in Charlotte … Now I follow Dale Jr. and Miss Amy on ‘Bless Your Heart’ … Been a weekend warrior with alcohol since the 60s but a health nut too … Everything in moderation … Thought I’d give High Rock Vodka a try … So smooth, gonna give up my Apple Crown … I mix it with Arnold Palmer Iced Tea … So good, Dale Jr., could have sold it at ‘Wiskey River’ back in the day and made a 2nd. fortune … LOL. Jim Gribble Indian Land, SC (. (839) 275-7585). Cheers !!!

Highland Park 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

I wouldn't call this High Park, I'd call this sewer water in a park.

I'd like to inform any would be enthusiasts that this isn't the drink to waste your change on. I found the whiskey as good as Braveheart. As in quite poorly made and to Scottish for my taste. I'd like the distilleries to burn this and try again.

The Singleton of Dufftown 54 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

This taste like how I imagine poor feels.

Mr. Jack here again. It's come to my attention this website on the world wide web is selling this atrocity. I had it in a fine establishment in Roma. I was thoroughly disappointed then as I am now. How could you serve gentlemen this slop of a drink. I'd use this to clean lavatory toilets.

1950 The Macallan Fine & Rare Vintage Single Malt Scotch Whisky

I found the whiskey subpar.

I've had the best and the greatest. This whiskey isn't for the gentlemen's pallet. Its notes weren't quite distinguished enough for my gold tongue. (Ladies call me that as well.) I've drank with Frank Sinatra and Deano. I was alive when this was made. I'm currently 94. This wasn't worth the cheap price. Donate it to a hospital to be use as antiseptic.

Yamazaki 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky

My wife surprised my with thus bottle. Unsure if I would enjoy it. It hands down my favorite bottle to date I have had. It's the smoothest whiskey I have had and recommend it to anyone looking for a new favorite.

St. Lucia Distillers Chairman's Reserve Spiced Rum (700mL)

Pirate Jo 1/16/26

Holiday guests swung from the yard arms over this one! Much preferred over other spiced rums both neat and in holiday cocktails this season. Keeping this on the front row!

Paquera Espadin & Barril Mezcal Artesanal

Perfecto! Full of flavor

Great Ensamble! A solid addition to the mezcal collection.

Paquera Espadin & Barril Mezcal Artesanal

Always a fan of Paquera. Great balance between Espadin and Barril. Sweet, mild smoke with some minerality from the Barril. Great stuff!

Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Sean Carter, Florence, SC 1/6/26

Go to bourbon for Y2025 holiday gifts

Sweet caramel sensational sip! My personal go to this holiday season for special friends. The nostalgic pot and long neck, as the bourbon pour, great conversation starter.

Highly recommend - savor the flavor and enjoy a Bourbon experience at a fantastic price point.

Frank August Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Sean Carter, Florence, SC 1/6/26

Excellent top shelf - simple, refined and delicious

Picked up a bottle for a professional colleague. One of the best pours the cowboy ever enjoyed.

Bourbon of Year 2025, a great choice as a top shelf bourbon - served neat or on the rocks in a matched pair of vintage Tiffany low ball and shot crystals.

Smooth, and delicious - phenomenal blend!

Cannot wait to serve the gentleman again.

New Southern Revival Tawny Port Finished Rye Whiskey

Sean Carter, Florence, SC 1/6/26

Top shelf gift to a colleague

Picked up a bottle for a colleague to show professional appreciation. Sweet and floral notes with a long finish of cinnamon, walnut and spice. Produced from Abruzzi Rye grown and distilled in Charleston, SC - a recovering speakeasy town with a fine Southern history. Looking for great feedback, always a pleasure to serve a gentleman.

I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

At this price I wasn’t expecting anything amazing, but this might be my new regular. A lot of flavor not a whole lot of spice. Front end is very sweet. The back end is also sweet with some oak notes. Great for those who enjoy a low proof bourbon.

W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (1L)

This bottle is really hard to find in my area, and I’m always thrilled to find it here at a very reasonable price. This is one of the smoothest, excellent sipping bourbons I’ve had, and I usually reserve it as a treat or for a special occasion as it’s above my price range for a “regular.”

Black Dirt Apple Jack Brandy

Liked it more than the Cornelius brand.

This brand is aged in fresh barrels so it has more apple flavor than that other brand that is aged in pre used whiskey barrels so it tastes almost like whiskey and I can just by whiskey if I want that flavor.

Corsair Triple Smoke Malt Whiskey

Canadian friend and I get a couple jugs of this for our annual fishing trip. It is our favorite and has become a tradition.

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Tennessee Rye Whiskey

This review is based on a four-ounce pour in a Glen Caron glass with two frozen medicinal stainless steel balls, medical grade. Poured this, let it sit 15 minutes, went to it multiple times to experience the scent in the glass. It is unlike any rye I have ever smelled. I can't even. Cherry leather. Can't compare to anything. Medicinal cherry flavored shoelace. Digging in deep on the nose. Deep inhale. Maybe brown sugar, but it's not pleasant. It smells like glue. It smells like I'm sniffing glue. Paint thinner, I must drink a lot of water with this one. Oh dear god, this is clearly an experiment. Drinking water now. Heavy Marzipan this was rye where they were like, oh, we gotta get rid of this. Let's quickly make a mash bill. hiccuping... I have never smelled anything like this before. I can't even say that I smell oak. Heavy deep sniffs, I smell oak.It that's it Oak Rye, light cherry, marzipan, and we're done. I don't want to drink the rest of this, but it's Halloween. It's not sweet. It's oaky medicinal, too high of a proof even at 47% Adding water now..... 25 oz... Cola... I can't I can't like this. I don't like it I'm gonna I'm gonna finish this because I poured it But I don't like it and I'm leaving this bottle probably forever at three quarters full. This is so unique of an expression that I can't wrap my head around it. It doesn't taste like rye. It tastes like a spiced bourbon. And they messed up on it and were trying to make some money off of it Probably because the barrels were somewhere in the rickhouse where they were like we forgot about these ones, well make a special release.

Los Arango Tequila Añejo

Flavor is equal to Jose Quervo gold. Which is not good in my opinion. Will be using this in a super sweet margarita as to not taste the extreme bite

Meili Vodka

FreeBeer077 10/17/25

The BEST Thanksgiving Dinner Ever.

I had a whole bottle unto myself during the course of my Thanksgiving dinner. It was Screwdrivers all night. I'll admit, that didn't do this absolutely amazing Vodka any justice. However, stick with me for just a second.

All night long I had Family & Friends coming and going. Food was on the table, and it just kept going. All told we had about 25 - 40 people come through the house. It was magical. All night long, I was drinking my Vodka & OJ one after the other. It wasn't until after I finished the bottle off that I realised I had DRANK THE WHOLE BOTTLE..... Oops. The funny thing, I didn't feel like I was plastered like I normally would. I've spent many a nights stumbling around, my knees hate me. I was on top of the world, feeling absolutely alive. Green Flag #1.

Well, 2am rolls around. Sure enough, my stomach had had enough, and it was time to vacate the excess from my system. Off to the porcelain throne, to pay my respects. It was only a mouthful, and it was almost completely orange juice. It didn't hurt, it didn't burn, it didn't smell bad, it didn't even taste bad. IT DIDN'T TASTE BAD .... Green Flag #2...

Now for the real test of a new alcohol. I already tracked that I drank the whole bottle, and made a small donation. Time to see how life was going to be on the final end of this Adventure. I normally take 2 bottles of water and a couple Ibuprofen to make sleeping and wake up less of a painful experience. I figured I had already done this much unintentional personal research into how this was going to affect me and my habits. Might as well see how the sun feels later. I went to bed without taking any medication for recovery. No water, No electrolytes, No Medicines. We're doing it live, and we're doing it RAW.

I woke up absolutely on top of the world. The BEST mood, NO HANGOVER, or any other side effects from what I could tell. The Sun was bright and shining, the sounds were all normal, and I felt great. I walked out and greeted everyone with a cheery smile and they were all astonished I wasn't a half dead zombie. Green Flag #3.

This is the ONLY vodka that I will give my money to anymore. It's what I ask for at bars, and if it's not there I default to an Old Fashioned, tt's a classic that's hard to mess up (it happened recently ...) I no longer suffer any other Vodka. It's Meili, I've found my drink.

Bomberger's Declaration Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Was excited to try the newest Bombergers release. I’ve had the PFG (amazing!!); but this was also excellent and I think for the price worth it!

Bomberger's Declaration Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Was excited to try the newest Bombergers release. I’ve had the PFG (amazing!!); but this was also excellent and I think for the price worth it!

Bird Dog Bourbon Whiskey

Smooth finish, easy drinking

I like this brand, I find it similar to Buffalo Trace with a smooth finish, and softer bite than most whiskey's With very light semi-sweet notes, it mixes very well in cocktails and sodas. Good stuff.

Crown Royal Blackberry Canadian Whisky

I'm usually not a fan of flavored whiskey's let the stuff speak for itself, but this is a great mixer. the recipe on the box for lemonade is a great summer drink and others are also finding great uses for it. I wouldn't have it straight but mixed with other things oh YES

Crown Royal Chocolate Whisky

this has a strong chocolate aroma in the glass, it's not as bad on the tongue but the interesting thing is there is no real burn like with other whiskeys. My wife, who is not a whiskey drinker rather likes it so this is for that person in your life who wants to experiment with whiskey

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

One of the best out there - especially for the $

Trump tariffs have nothing to do with not having access to this beautiful Scotch - despite that. the last review got most everything else right. This is a wonderful 12, and maybe one of the best there is for the price and age. I don’t really enjoy the smell or taste of peat, (which is a cult similar to the hippie IPA crowd in America) and for those that feel similarly there isn’t any smoke at all, really. Buy a bottle or three…it’s great stuff.

St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur

This is a smooth liqeur perfect for fall! I use it for Moscow mules but the possibilities are endless. Smooth, warm, delicate pear flavor with all the warmth of mulling spices. If you’re wondering whether to try it or not…. Put it in the cart now!

elit Vodka

Very smooth and delish

Getting back into Vodka after a 10 year bourbon discovery phase. Heard about this one in a book I was reading, and thought I would try it. I have never been much of a straight vodka guy, preferring to have some tonic water added, but this product is smooth with no harshness and requires no tonic water or other additives. Just an ice cube. Maybe I'm used to bourbon prices, but for something considered to be elite, i thought the price was very reasonable. You will not be disappointed.

Ricardo Coconut Rum

I tried a lot of coconut rums but none compare to this one! Sweet and full of flavor, taste excellent when paired with orange or pineapple juice. It’s definitely a must try!

Bearface 7 Year Old Triple Oak Canadian Whisky

Great straight or in an old fashioned

Enjoyed a whisky tasting in Toronto and this was my favorite. I have been ordering it and everyone I give it to as a gift enjoys it.

The Smoke Label Ultra-Premium Blanco Tequila

Mezcal is too smoky for me so at first I was skeptical, but was blown away!! The smoke overtones are complex and subtle.
The crafting process is pure with no additives or sugar -- the hint of sweetness is from the maker using fully grown agaves.
Cannot recommend enough. This tequila is a rare gem.

Sugarlands Shine Southern Sweet Tea Moonshine

I'm a new moonshine fan and after tasting Surgarlands I know I have to order more. Great taste; nice sweetness and a bite of the alcohol. Good for sipping and to introduce others into some good shine.

Ardbeg Anthology 'The Unicorn’s Tale' 14 Year Old Single Malt Whisky

Second in the Anthology series, this is another epic malt from Ardbeg.

Second in the Anthology series, The Unicorn's Tale is even better than the first expression, The Harpy's Tale. This is a deeply complex single malt. The flavor hits immediately with a swirl of citrus, peat, vanilla, malt and a dry fruitiness. The finish is dry, with a smoky brine, with a sweet mouthfeel that sustains for quite some time. This is a stupendous sipping malt, which can be accompanied by some high percentage cacao dark chocolate or the always pleasing Walkers shortbread. Another excellent malt from Ardbeg.

Montauk Distilling Co. 'Tunney' 4 Year Reserve Bourbon Whiskey

Discovered in the heart of wine country

Found near the North Fork vineyards this is a smooth, decent tasking bourbon from Long Island NY!

Mamajuana Spicy Liqueur (700mL)

Bu the Tynx 6/14/25

Due to a family trip to the Dominican Republic, they brought this back

I had the spicy one they had the basic one, I love the sweetness of this now knowing that these guys have a decent supply of them I'm going to continue to buy from here. I love this stuff with vanilla coke.

Black Magic Dark Spiced Rum

Amazing for the price

One of the most delicious rums I’ve ever tasted, seems like it would almost be a crime to mix it. Would be fantastic at twice the price.

Finvara The King's Gambit Irish Whiskey

I wasn’t aware of this brand before, but took a chance based solely on the gorgeous package. WOW, what a pleasant surprise! Beautiful notes of ginger, vanilla and baking spices with a dark chocolate finish. The non-chill filtering makes it a lot silkier and full-bodied than most other Irish whiskies I’ve tried. Definitely worth a shot

MOÅ Vodka

Perfect for a vodka soda or a martini

Super smooth and super clean!! MOÅ is my go-to for a vodka soda. With the natural infusions of ginger, bergamot, and lime you just add soda and you're good to know. No weird aftertaste, just really refreshing.

The Clover Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey

This is very smooth tasting .and is #3..

Bulleit Ten Year Old Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Bulleit 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Bulleit 10yr is my every go to.I find it smoother than the othe Bulleit line.
#9

Four Roses OESK Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

It’s Four Roses. It’s very smooth and won’t disappoint.
#7

Buffalo Trace Traveller Whiskey

This is #6 in my top 10.
Nice taste .very smooth and reasonable price

Blade & Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

This is definitely #1 in my top 10.
Great taste excellent price
If your into blended this is the one.

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby® 151 Limited Edition Bourbon Whiskey (1L)

This is prob #5 in my top 10.very nice taste.

The Barker Company Espresso Martini (700mL)

Best Espresso Martini!

I stopped in Atlanta on my way home to Florida for a sales meeting. I stayed at the Whitley in Buckhead. I went out to dinner then back for a drink at the Whitley bar. I just happened to order an Espresso Martini and the bartender said this one is on the house that they were previewing a new. Martini. It is amazing! Best espresso martini I have ever had. Highly recommend.

Avontuur Gin

Quite simply the best gin I have tasted, bursting with fresh flavors. So good I could drink it straight on ice, but it was even better in a Gin and Tonic.

On The Rocks The Cosmopolitan

Cosmopolitan is always my choice, I tasted this one and I'm sold, is the perfect cocktail (originally a Martini). You guys have the perfect recipe!!!

All Spirits reviews

Milk & Honey Elements Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky

Milk & Honey Elements Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky

Deadhead Dark Chocolate Rum

Hussong's Mr Tequila Reposado

Eagle Rare 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

High Rock Vodka

Highland Park 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The Singleton of Dufftown 54 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

1950 The Macallan Fine & Rare Vintage Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Yamazaki 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky

St. Lucia Distillers Chairman's Reserve Spiced Rum (700mL)

Paquera Espadin & Barril Mezcal Artesanal

Paquera Espadin & Barril Mezcal Artesanal

Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Frank August Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

New Southern Revival Tawny Port Finished Rye Whiskey

I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (1L)

Black Dirt Apple Jack Brandy

Corsair Triple Smoke Malt Whiskey

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Tennessee Rye Whiskey

Los Arango Tequila Añejo

Meili Vodka

Bomberger's Declaration Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Bomberger's Declaration Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Bird Dog Bourbon Whiskey

Crown Royal Blackberry Canadian Whisky

Crown Royal Chocolate Whisky

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur

elit Vodka

Ricardo Coconut Rum

Bearface 7 Year Old Triple Oak Canadian Whisky

The Smoke Label Ultra-Premium Blanco Tequila

Sugarlands Shine Southern Sweet Tea Moonshine

Ardbeg Anthology 'The Unicorn’s Tale' 14 Year Old Single Malt Whisky

Montauk Distilling Co. 'Tunney' 4 Year Reserve Bourbon Whiskey

Mamajuana Spicy Liqueur (700mL)

Black Magic Dark Spiced Rum

Finvara The King's Gambit Irish Whiskey

MOÅ Vodka

The Clover Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Bulleit 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Four Roses OESK Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Traveller Whiskey

Blade & Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby® 151 Limited Edition Bourbon Whiskey (1L)

The Barker Company Espresso Martini (700mL)

Avontuur Gin

On The Rocks The Cosmopolitan