Tequila Review: PaQuí Tequila (Silvera) According to the information sent to me, PaQuí is handcrafted in small batches in the town of Tequila, Mexico, where the master distiller uses … more
Over the next several months, I plan to complete a review series of Wiser’s Canadian Whiskies I will start with a relatively new member to the Wiser’s portfolio, the … more
Review: Hispaniola Mamajuana (Herbal Rum Liqueur) Hispaniola Mamajuana is a liqueur based upon a herb infused rum and wine drink called mamajuana which is indigenous to the Isle of Hispaniola … more
Bermudez 1852 5 Anos de Anejamiento Photo Courtesy of Westway Earlier last week I received a welcome call from Westway L. LTD., who are the importers of the Bermudez rums in my home province of Alberta. … more
Bruichladdich Black Art 1989 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (19 Years Old) Bruichladdich (Pronunciation = Brook Laddie) distillery was built in 1881 on Hebridean Isle, in what is now known as … more
This is the second review I am publishing with respect to the rums of Ron Bermudez . I previously reviewed the Ron Anejo Bermudez 5 Anos here on my blog based upon a sample bottle provided to my by Westway … more
Wiser’s De Luxe Canadian Whisky I am continuing my journey through the Wiser’s family of Canadian whiskies. Previously I have reviewed, the Wiser’s Small Batch Canadian Whisky, and the … more
I recently came into possession of something entirely new to me, the 250 ml Jost Ice Wine finished 10 year old cask strength release of the Glen Breton rare. While not a gift from the distillery … more
I'm no wine connoisseur but I do drink a fair bit of wine (Cabs and Merlots mostly). Wines are relatively low cal, and in moderation, they're supposed to be good for you (especially the reds)! I admit, … more
Tangueray No. 10 (A gin review) Oh my! The RumHowler Blog has branched out again. This is my first attempt at a gin review. My plan is to review at least three … more
This is the final review in my series of Appleton Estate Rum Reviews, which I began to publish about two months ago. The impetus for the review series was an invite offered to me to attend a free … more
Last year I purchased a bottle of Evan Williams Single Barrel Kentucky Bourbon, the 1998 vintage. It sat on my shelf, waiting and waiting to be opened. I had only one bottle and … more
I've seen this book offered for awhile, and because the subject seemed outdated I hesitated before finally selecting to review it. Wine cocktails seem to be from a forgotten era while the cover is reminiscent … more
John “Calico Jack’ Rackham was a pirate of the early eighteenth century who seems to have two primary claims to fame. The first was that his design of the ship’s flag may actually … more
The McClelland’s whisky brand is comprised of four main expressions, each associated with a particular region, or maybe I should say style, of of Scottish whisky. The Brand is … more
I often find claims of something being the "best" or "finest" to be dubious, at best. When I was traveling in Guatemala and was told that Ron Zacapa was the "best rum … more
The Canadian Caribou an original cocktail By Chip Dykstra (Aka Arctic Wolf) For this cocktail we need a Canadian Whisky with a strong Rye profile. Here are several which work fine, Gibson’s … more
Demerara County (in Guyana) is popular across the world for its rich, three hundred year history of rum production. Using a combination of old wooden stills in conjunction with modern stills and distilling … more
If I had to pick a rum to be the crown jewel of Destilerias Unidas, this would be the easy choice. Rich and complex, silky smooth and just as at home in a glass by itself or shaken/stirred and strained … more
Santa Teresa 1796 is a delicious representative of Venezuela. The rich, flavorful rum should be a welcome guest in any drinker’s glass. At $40 – $50 depending on where you find … more
American rum is a tradition that goes back to the early colonial days when the tricorn hat was still en vogue. While the cyclical nature of fashion has not yet brought back the tricorn (for reasons … more
Diageo is attacking rival Bacardi because of Bacardi’s “hidden campaign” for rum supremacy in America that would "kill" off a series of lucrative tax excises that … more
Here is a short novelty for all Lunch & Rumpages readers. In my talks with Diplomatico Master Blender Tito Cordero for my website Rumpages.com Tito mentioned that he is developing … more
Flor de Caña Rums are personal favourites of mine. They are produced by Compañia Licorera de Nicaragua in Chichigalpa, Nicaragua. They claim to own the world’s largest stock … more