Posted on April 23rd, 2009 by quint. Categories: non-whisky.
…from the NHL, if the Montreal Canadiens ‘blow it up’ so to speak and redo their team as to get Vincent Lecavalier, I think T.O. should target Carey Price. The Montreal team is said to be For Sale, half of the players are either restricted or unrestricted free agents, there is a good chance that current gm Bob Gainey could be shown the door, and still the Vinny Lecavalier rumors won’t go away. Tonight, in the deciding game against Boston; C.P pulled a Patrick Roy and cheered back to the crowd when the started mock cheering him when he stopped a routine long shot.
(I say, good on ya Carey… they are as arogant as Michigan Wolverine alumni)
So, this writer, suggests Mr. Burke swoop down and scoop a beligured, unconfident, Carey Price. And since T.O. also wants to move up in the draft, they could take on salary in a separate deal from Tampa that could get the #2 pick, which would also help the Canadians even more in a deal for them to get Vinnie out of Tampa. … who knows, it may be easier to do, than move to #1 for Tavares. In conclusion you have your battery of players up the middle for the next number of years. Last year, D-man, Schenn, this year would be Goalie, Price, and either of Tavares, or Duchene. Nice start I’d say
It was quite a journey visiting classic southern states through the nectar of their heart, soul, turf, and lands. A big Thank You to our fine host Mark Maker.
The ‘Holy Grail’ of American Whiskey Awards 2008
As determined by the ‘Best of Whisky’ Panel
American Whiskey-Bourbon Tastings
Results from this year’s search for
America’s Best
Gold Maker’s Mark “Black Label”
Silver Jack Daniel’s “Single Barrel”
Bronze Blanton’s “Special Reserve”
Our Gold Placehonour
Maker’s Mark ‘Black Label’
An Elegant, soft harmonious honey and butter toast introduction giving way to a creamybalanced body with oak and toffee guaranteeing a bittersweet edge. A true classic.
Our Silver Placehonour
Jack Daniel’s Single BarrelA sweet roasty, oaky intensity with plenty of trademark burnt liquorice. A quite refinedfinale.
Our Bronze Placehonour
Blanton’s Special Reserve
An old leather armchair and sweet pipesmoke start that gives way to wafts of honeyvanillaand finishes with caramel spice. Quite a Balanced whiskey
The LCBO is currently running a very impressive promotion where they introduce customers to “the makers” of our favorite spirits and beers. As we continue to feature some of the makers;
Today let’s meet:
John K. Hall, First Generation Whisky Maker
It wasn’t always about whisky for John Hall, Far from it.As the vintner and owner of Kittling Ridge Estate, he built his reputation over 30 years by pursuing his first passion: wine.However, in looking for a new challenge John didn’t have to stray far, as the allure of crafting whisky beckoned.In learning the art of distilling whisky he drew on his wealth of knowledge while expanding his seasoned palate and expert skills.Eleven years later, the success of the award-winning forty Creek Barrel Select whisky is testament to the man’s enthusiasm and determination to produce a rich, resonant and distinctive Canadian whisky here in the shadow of the Niagara Escarpment.
The LCBO is currently running a very impressive promotion where they introduce customers to “the makers” of our favorite spirits and beers. As we continue to feature some of the makers;
There’s paying heed to your elders and honoring the work that has preceded you, but for Bushmills Colum Egan the weight of history could pose a considerable burden.That’s because the company first started distilling Irish whiskey in 1608, which might intimidate the common man, but not Colum.As Bushmills’ Master Distiller, he’s well-versed in carrying out the responsibilities that come with making this world-renowned Irish whiskey.It remains the only distillery to make triple-distilled malt whiskey and the only brand to maintain all stages of production under one roof, which means Colum keeps a close eye on everything.After all, he’s got four hundred years of expectation and appreciation looking over his shoulder.
The LCBO is currently running a very impressive promotion where they introduce customers to “the makers” of our favorite spirits and beers. As we continue to feature some of the makers;
Today let’s meet:
Ian Logan, The Glenlivet Brand Ambassador
Most would scoff at the notion that Ian Logan’s position is considered a ‘job’.As brand Ambassador for Chivas Brothers, Ian is responsible for traveling the world promoting the good name of his company, while educating admirers and sharing the occasional dram of the whiskies he represents.We should qualify that – some of the world’s most beloved whiskies, which includes that much cherished single malt, the Glenlivet.In fact, Ian is also the curator of the Glenlivet whisky school, where the curriculum is devoted to all aspects of scotch whisky making, such as production techniques and, yet, the aspects of tasting.Ah, the price this man has to pay for upholding a company’s reputation and furthering the art of diplomacy.
Posted on April 2nd, 2009 by quint. Categories: Canadian.
John Halls, First Generation Whisky Maker has announced the upcoming 2009 Forty Creek Whisky limited release. Forty Creek Port Wood Reserve is the smallest of their special releases with only 3,000 bottles produced. This release is exclusive to Ontario and will only be sold in limited quantity at the LCBO and here at our distillery boutique in Grimsby. Once again, for a limited time, Canadian Whisky lovers an opportunity to reserve their own bottle number of Forty Creek Port Wood Reserve. Customers can reserve any number between 0003 and 3000.
Reservations for numbered bottles are only being offered between April 1st and June 15, 2009.Choose a number that has special significance – a birth year, an anniversary, a lucky number.
Go to www.FortyCreekWhisky.com for all the details or follow this link: http://www.fortycreekwhisky.com/whatsnew/default.asp. Keep in mind that numbers are being reserved on a first come, first served basis. Due to provincial and federal regulations, this offer is only available in Ontario. Unfortunately, we cannot ship bottles. They must be purchased and picked up at the distillery in Grimsby, Ontario.
The LCBO is currently running a very impressive promotion where they introduce customers to “the makers” of our favorite spirits and beers. As we continue to feature some of the makers;
Today let’s meet:
Ian Ross, Master Distiller
Wiser’s Canadian Whisky
For generations, Wiser’s has brought friends and family together to share in the taste of a classic Canadian whisky.It’s no surprise then that a whisky first established in southeastern Ontario by J.P. Wiser is now overseen by a Master Distiller who hails from the shores of Lake Superior in northwestern Ontario.Granted, his opinion may have a slight bias, but Ian Ross considers Wiser’s and enduring tradition for Canadian, right alongside hockey, fishing and the social times that typically accompany chilly winter nights.Indeed, the heritage of craftsmanship and quality that has been an inherent part of the Wiser’s brand continues to inspire Ian and satisfy its admirers as it has for over 150 years.
