Author: Robert Caruso

As a collector and connoisseur of wine, whiskey, and beer It's always a pleasure to run across some truly memorable releases. Let me help you make a great choice for what ever you are celebrating.

14 Lakes Brewing Brewmaster Interview

The town of Cross Lake is nestled into the Northwoods of Minnesota, and located on the east side of the of the Whitefish chain of lakes. The town is a water recreation enthusiast’s dream, it’s the perfect place for boating, fishing, skiing, and other water related activities. After a long day on the water, many…

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Eagle Rare Single Barrel

Distiller: Buffalo Trace Distillery Release: 2019 Bourbon: Eagle Rare Single Barrel Region: Frankfort, Kentucky Price: $40 Proof: 90 Age: 10 years The Barrel Cellar Score: 90 Review Date: 6/30/2019 Color: Russet brown Nose: Raisin, cherrywood, caramel, and a touch of citrus Taste: Medium bodied. First taste (poured neat): Leather, brulee, mild oak.  Finish dried fruit, oak,…

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The Petite Sirah Grape

The Petite Sirah grape originates from France (where else?) in the late 1800’s. The vines produce a small grape with a thick skin. It was created by crossing the Syrah and Peloursin Grapes with the intent of producing a disease resistant grape. Farmer’s at the time were having trouble protecting their harvest from disease. The…

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