Drinks Reviews & More
Well, now, this caught my eye when it arrived unannounced—not least because I know an Ownby in Tennessee. (He’s a good guy.) before I say more about James Ownby Whiskey, let me offer a little backdrop. Ole Smoky Distillery in
We got this red from NakedWines.com was on for a mere $10. Wow, what a bargain! This would make a fine house red to keep in stock, as it is enjoyable on its own or with meats and cheeses. (Rating:
Whoa, a chocolate Russian Imperial Stout. I picked up a bottle of this 25.4 ounce bottle from Total Wine. This lovely Virginia brew weighs in at 10.52% alcohol by volume, and is made with roast barley, extra dark crystal malt,
Lost Lantern is a vatted malt whiskey. Made in America. Whoa! Now that is a rare and wonderful thing. I’ve tasted my share of vatted whiskies, and I quite enjoyed them. But they all were from Scotland. A vatted whiskey
More, please. Downright Pilsner, which is made by an Alexandria, Virginia brewery, is done right. It shows malt, biscuit and floral notes, and a light hop close. (Rating: Very Good) Read more at https://www.portcitybrewing.com/the-beer-old/downright-pilsner/
Good beer, which shows the notes one would expect: clove, banana, and a little citrus. (Rating: Good) Read more about this Maryland beer at https://jailbreakbrewing.com/jbb_beer/feed-the-monkey/