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About Me
I have been writing reviews of distilled spirits for over 3 years now. It began when I posted a few mad ramblings on the Ministry of Rum which gave my views on a few of the more popular Rum Brands. Soon after those ramblings were published, I was contacted by the owner of a website called Rum Connection. He was wondering if I would be interested in writing a few reviews for his website. I decided to give it a try, and the result was my first published review:
Pusser’s 15 Review
The people at Rum Connection apparently liked what I wrote, and during the next year I published about 15 reviews for them.
Reviewing rum was so much fun that I decided to create my website, but not just for Rum. I made the decision that I would discuss all distilled spirits, and when I opened this website in October of 2009, I made sure I added a few Whisky Reviews, some Gin Reviews and a couple Tequila Reviews such that most of the major distilled spirit categories were represented. (Since opening the website, I have expanded the range to also include Vodka Reviews as well as Brandy and Cognac.) Although my focus is primarily upon Rum and Whisky, it is my belief that acquiring knowledge and skill with respect to all spirits serves to broaden my perspective and is beneficial to my over-all understanding of distilled spirits..
For what it is worth, people (and industry) seem to like what I write. Since opening the website, I have been asked to act as a judge at major International Rum Competitions, as well as for the yearly Canadian Whisky Awards. On occasion, I have also been asked to provide specialized consulting services to certain Vodka and Rum Producers to help assess the quality and marketability of their products. Having said all of that, I think it would be true to state that the reviews on this website represents more of a knowledgeable layman’s perspective than that of a professional taster.
I hope you enjoy my reviews and find value in them; but always remember that an opinion is just that, an opinion. Do not take my writing too seriously, for opinions vary and in the end, only you can really decide if a spirit gives you enjoyment. Use my reviews as a guide, but trust your own tastes and preferences as well.
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How to Contact Me
If you are a member of the spirits industry, and wish to see your spirit reviewed on the Rum Howler Blog, then here is where you should make your initial contact. My email address for such inquiries is:
MAIL.RUMHOWLER@GMAIL.COM
(Please Note: This email address indicated above is for industry and publishing contacts only. I will not respond to other inquiries. If you have questions or comments regarding my reviews, my recipes, or other matters relating to the blog then please use the comments section provided at the end of each article I publish.)
I will respond via email to make arrangements to obtain your sample. All spirits samples must be bottled and sealed in original packaging. I generally will not review a sample of less than 200 ml, although the preferred sample size is 500 ml to 750ml bottle.
Although I am located in Canada, I have made all of the appropriate arrangements to receive samples from the US and abroad.
If you are an advertiser or publisher and wish to use, or republish any of my materials (in full or in part) or have myself submit new material to you for publication, please be advised that all of my articles/reviews/photographs are protected by copyright. Please contact myself using the email address above.)
Please leave a short message regarding your inquiry. If you wish your contact request to be kept confidential, please indicate this in your email.
(Note: I sometimes receive comments and messages from persons who wish me to comment on the value of bottles of whisky and rum that they have in their possession. And from persons who wish to use my blog as a means to sell such bottles. Although I thank you for reading my blog, I cannot help you in these matters. My suggestion for you is to visit Whisky.com or the Ministry of Rum where it appears help in these matters may be provided.)
Just Ducky said
Hi there! I LOVE your website. It’s so comprehensive and helpful! I’m hoping you can help me out. I have a good friend who is an extensive rum collector with refined taste. I’m looking to get him a bottle of rum, that a very well educated rum collector would be happy, even proud to receive. I’m aware that he likes collecting unique Cuban rums, but other than that, I don’t know his taste. I am willing to spend up to $300 for a bottle, though I realize there can be some wonderful rums for less, I just don’t know where to begin. Any guidance would be much appreciated! Cheers!
Arctic Wolf said
Hi JD:
I am going to suggest that you check out my Rum Howler Awards Posting, It lists some the most outstanding Rums I have tasted. Another good resource is The Ministry of Rum..
Lattegato said
My mother was going thru an estate sale of a relative who was a Vp of one of the main unions of the AFLCIO back in the 60s and friendly with JFK and Agnew. She found bottles of unopened Cuban rum in leather presentation cases and Tennessee whiskey from the 60s. They were with photos of said relative with these politicians, and she is assuming it was from meetings with the Union or perhaps some dinner/fundraising for their campaigns. Is there a person/place you would recommend she contact to see if any collectors would be interested in these bottles?
Arctic Wolf said
I am going to suggest you go to the forums at Whisky.com and Theministryofrum.com and pose you questions there. They seem to be very helpful in these matters.
Lattegato said
Thank you! She wasn’t sure if she should just throw it out or what, so I asked her to hang on while I found an expert. Appreciate the info!
Jim sherret said
I have been looking for an answer and it is difficult to find. I found 3 bottles of rum(One Lambs 151 One Don Q 151 and One British Pusser Navy 95.5) unopened in my attic and one bottle of crown royal opened. I know i put them in there at least 6 years ago. are they still good
Arctic Wolf said
As long as they were all sealed, they should be fine.
Larry Bly said
Hi Chip
Can we use parts of your review on Mocambo 20 year Art Edition? Thanks. Larry
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Larry
I will not allow you to copy parts of my reviews for your commercial purposes, and I would consider any such copying an infringement of my intellectual property. However, it is perfectly acceptable to me for you to refer to my review and provide a link back to it. Something like…”Here is what the Rum Howler has to say…..(Link to Review).
Thank you for asking in advance and if you wish to communicate more directly on this topic you may email me.
Cheers!
Laurence said
Hi Chip,
Really like the site and reviews. When do you think you’ll do a review on English Harbour, especially the 5 year. One of my favorites.
Laurence
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Lawrence
I am always asked when I am going to review a particular sample. In the case of English Harbour, the distributors of the product have suggested they would like reviews published, but they have been unwilling to provide a sample. Since I have over 20 samples in my queue willingly provided by other distributors, it is unlikely I will review English Harbour this Summer. My rule of thumb is to try to review spirits which are provided to me from Industry first, and spirits from my own collection second.
I have tried the English Harbour 5 in a casual setting with friends and I quite liked it ,although I had the impression that it was almost a flavoured rum rather than a straight rum.
Laurence said
Thanks for your take on the EH 5 yr, Chip. I’m moving on to sipping the English Harbour 1981 which really is a fantastic experience.
Great review on the Alberta Premium 30 Yr and I totally agree. Awesome! Managed to find one last week and it was worth the three days of searching.
I look forward to and appreciate all your reviews. Your evaluations are always well done and very close to how I would rate them. Saves me a lot of homework. Your review of Flor de Cana 12 yr was one of the best tips I’ve had all year.
Cheers
Ralph said
Just heard about Alberta premium 30 year old limited edition in the bond house at Whitby Ont.
Do you know when it will be int the sore for sale?
Arctic Wolf said
I am not privy to the OLCB launch date. I do know that the product is flying off the shelves in Alberta.
rintamaki said
scotch whisky ages in rum casks ,what is your opinion.
Arctic Wolf said
To be honest rintamaki I have only tired a couple of rum cask scotches I reviewed the Rum cask Edrudour here, and i was quite pleased with it. I also tried a rum cask Bruicchladdich which I was not fond of. So I gues the jury is still out in my mind.
rintamaki said
lcbo has now delisted the el dorado 25 year old and dropped the price 80.00 to 270.00 from 350.00 .Cheaper with less pain on the wallet. They do not let you know which stores have stock left so you have to call.Also mount gay 1703 will be on the shelf soon.
Jason Browne said
Hi Chip,
I am the bar manager for an establishment in Vancouver called Calabash which is a Caribbean restaurant. We love rum here and i’ve referred to your site on numerous occasions for guidance on some of the products we carry. For this i thank you, your reviews are excellent.
I had two queries; Firstly, we are curious as to whether you are aware of any other rum heavy bars in Canada. The liquor laws in BC prevent us from having a massive collection, but i’ve put together what i think is a strong portfolio of 80 rums and i’m curious to know if there is anywhere else in Canada that is flying the flag for rum.
Secondly, with Tales of the Cocktail Vancouver just around the corner, i was wondering if you would be making it down to the city for the event. If so, we would love to see you down at Calabash for a drink.
Thanks for your time.
Jason
Arctic Wolf said
Thanks Jason
I’m glad my reviews are beneficial to your restaurant!
As to your first query, If their are many Rum Bars or Restaurants in Canada, then I am unaware of them as well. Although rum is becoming more and more popular, it still has a long ways to go. As to your second query, I appreciate the invite, but alas I am unable to attend very many functions outside of my own city. Although writing about rum is fun, my site (at this time) is non commercial and I cannot justify the expense of more than one or two “road trips” per year. The next festival I am attending is “Rum Renaissance” in Miami. Check out the link and maybe come on down as well.
Leslie S. Melton said
Hello Rum Howler,
I was wondering, is there a recipe for Kraken Punch, and if so, can you please forward it to my e-mail address? Many Thank you’s are in order. I saw this drink on the menu at El Torito’s Mexican restaraunt, but I decided not to order it, but instead to try & make it myself, since my fiance’ gave me a bottle of Kraken Black Rum for Christmas last year.
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Leslie
If I find a Kraken Punch I will add it to my recipe section. In the mean time try this recipe Using Kraken instead of the Jamaican Punch,
Recipe
Sergio Perez-More said
Hello,
I am Cuban American and your reviews of “Rones de Cuba” are “spot on” specially the “Havana Club Cuban Barrel Proof”. At the end of march 2011 I’ll have a bottle of “Havana Club Selección de Maestros” that replaced the “Havana Club Cuban Proof” production on November 2010. My friends in Cuba tell me that “Havana Club Selección de Maestros” it is very similar to the “Havana Club Cuban Barrel Proof” but also different and better.
If you have the chance to sample a bottle of “Ron Varadero 5 años Añejo” (also extra añejo) do not hesitate a buy it. In my honest opinion is one of the best rums produced in Cuba today.
Contact me and I will send a sample of “Havana Club Selección de Maestros” for a taste and future review when my bottle arrives.
Your website is a joy for all rum lovers.
Sincerely,
Sergio Carlos Perez-More
Arctic Wolf said
Thank You very much Sergio.
Unfortunately, I will be unable to collect on your kind offer of a free sample. Sending Alcohol into Canada through our mail system is strictly illegal, and you precious sample would be dumped at the border by customs agents. The only samples I am allowed to receive legally from the US are full bottle samples in original packaging. (These must also go through customs. ) Perhaps when you receive your bottle you can leave a comment and let us know hoe the rum tastes!
Cheers!
rintamaki said
has anyone heard of schenley canadian tradition 1874 bottled 1980 ,help.
Arctic Wolf said
Not I, but we will see what turns up.
john said
Yes, I have an unopened sealed bottle with the box.
Jerry said
Could you do a review on North America’s only single malt whisky “Glen Breton” it’s from Nova Scotia and I believe you can purchase it is some states and provinces as far as Alberta. In my opinion this is a very good whisky and I would like to know what you think.
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Jerry,
I am working on getting a few samples of the current line-up.
Rob said
Hi
My son and I greatly enjoy reading your reviews. He would like you to review Jagermeister – any chance of that?
Arctic Wolf said
I hadn’t really considered a Jager review but Who knows, now you have me thinking about it….
george rintamaki said
Today i got my hands on a bottle of havana club san cristobal and believe it is hard to get. Any reviews on this rum from the past and any other tasting feedback.
Arctic Wolf said
Hi George
I haven’t tasted the San Cristobal as as such have no information for you. Perhaps someone else can chip in with some information.
Mike said
Hi Chip,
I see you have miniature barrels around. There was a website where you could buy them in Canada but I can no longer find it. Do you have any info that would be of use to me? I would like to experiment with my own cask-finishing projects.
Arctic Wolf said
I found most of my casks right in the local liquor stores, sold as a product called Whisky Works. The come in with a small bottle of blended Whisky for you to age.
Dan said
My friend’s birthday is coming up and his drink of choice is rum. I was hoping to get him tickets to a rum tasting but I can’t seem to find anything in Edmonton. Do you know of any events that are coming up?
Thanks,
Dan
Arctic Wolf said
Give the guys at Vines in Riverbend a call and ask them when there next Rum tasting will be.
Dan said
thanks
Brady said
Hi, I was wondering if you were failiar with any stores in calgary that carrie dictador 20 year
Arctic Wolf said
In Alberta, use this link to find particular spirits in your area, Alberta Liquor guide .
Frank C said
Good day!
I love this blog! I frequently review it. I hope our paths cross soon, for I am in Edmonton for the next few months pursuing a graduate degree.
I am off to Cuba in a few days and I am hoping to get a few rums that are 1. rare; and 2. tasty. Do you have any suggestions? I really like Zacapa 23, Diplomatico reserva, Pyrat, some of the Renegades, etc. My collection is currently at 51 rums… and hoping to grow soon!
One recommendation I have for a review is Ron Millinario, of Peru. Just one step above Zacapa 23 etc. in my view. I found it in Costco in California of all places. What a steal at under $30.
Thanks for your rum contributions!
Arctic Wolf said
In Cuba, I would seek out Santiago de Cuba Rum and see if any of the well aged versions are available. There may also be a few Havanna Club Rums available that are not released here in Canada.
Cheers! Frank
Ruminsky van Drunkenburg said
Chip, all my very best wishes for 2011 to yourself and your family. Hope to run into you in the new year. Keep those reviews and commentaries coming
Regards
Lance
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Lance
The reviews will keep coming as I have more than 30 samples in the queue, and I suspect more will arrive shortly. 2011 is shaping up to be a good year and I too hope we will connect and perhaps even do a few reviews simultaneously.
spudman said
I’m from WASHINGTON and would like to know if I could find some White Owl around here? THANKS
Arctic Wolf said
As far as i know White Owl os only available in Canada at this time. Perhaps a road trip is in order.
Matteo said
Really compliments for the beautiful site. Read your reviews on the rum is different from any other site, given the passion for it. Finally some honest review free from bias. Keep it up, greetings from ‘Italy, Matteo.
PS: I recommend a good rum flavor dry and not sweet?
Pardon my English:)
george rintamaki said
People should research the products they want at the location of there travel and even call the duty free shop or local store .This results in great savings as in canada we are allowed 1.14 litres after 48 hours .example i went to new york state and purchased 2 rm xo congnac 110.00 each (lcbo 238.00)duty free +cr cask 16 39.00 (99.00 lcbo )local store, cr xr 115.00 (lcbo 179.00 )duty free ,other high end rums and scotchs.All were bought and declared at the border. Spent 1000.00 and saved an estimated 1200.00.
So travel with alot of family of legal age and save big money on your next holiday shopping trip. This way of buying that special bottle for your collection should be pointed out . remember do your research and use the internet and phone.
Juan C Perez said
Hi, I am in Miami Florida. I wondering were if I could find Old Parr Superior in the US or in Miami, Florida for purchase.
Arctic Wolf said
Since I live over one thousand mile away, I have no idea. But perhaps someone who reads my blog will be able to answer the question.
Cheers!
Jen Gom said
Hi,
I would like to know if you are able to ‘tailor-make’ Rum or Whisky or Brandy with 60% Alc/Vol.
Please advise on an urgent basis.
Thankyou,
Jen
Arctic Wolf said
Making Spirits at higher alcohol concentrations is certainly possible. Many whiskies are bottled at strengths higher than 60 percent and certain rums are bottled as high as 75 %.
Marco said
Hello Arctic Wolf: I have really enjoyed Barcelo Imperial in Dom Rep while vacationing there. Brought back a bottle but it was gone real quick. Is that available in western Canada? I live in Regina, but sometimes make it to Edmonton or Calgary. Thanks.
Arctic Wolf said
It is readily available in Edmonton. Just use this link to find a store that carries it. Alberta Liquor guide.
wendy said
hi there, this is my first time! i was researching a antique bottle and wonder if you or any of your friends might be able to identify it for me? i live in the uk but the bottle is canadian. it is inscribed on the bottom of a brown medicine type? bottle with : bottled by Hiram Walker & Sons Limited Wakerville Canada Bottle made in USA. It is shaped like a large hip flask and sais 1 Pint on it on one side. the other side is embossed with a pattern and ‘W’ circled twice. it is also inscribed FEDERAL LAW FORBIDS SALE OR RE USE OF THS BOTTLE.
i found you when i googled hiram antique glasswear so i apoligise if this isdnt the correct forum
best wishes
wendy
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Wendy
Go to Whisky.com and the forum there should be most helpful
Cheers!
J. Wheelock said
Some ideas from a fellow historian…
Check with the folks @ Whisky Magazine (UK based). They have a whole column devoted to rare and unusual bottlings and are very well informed. Failing that, try reaching out to the folks @ Canadian Club or Wisers (both in Walkerville) as they may know something as well.
André said
Hi Chip,
I’ve been pondering of starting up a website to publish rum reviews for the last year or so. I’ve enjoyed your blog so much that I’m looking into it even more seriously. Of course, I don’t feel like jumping into until I familiarise myself a bit more with blog programs. I plan on doing this as a hobby, as I’ll most likely be reviewing bottles from my own collection (I don’t have any ‘connections’), but at the same time I want readers to be able to rely on a steady stream of publishings on my behalf. Any advice is appreciated!! I want to have fun and share my take on this spirit!
What I want to ask you more specificaly is I’d like to borrow (use) your review system, the Dykstra Method. I find your system very fair when it comes showcasing what a particular spirit is all about. Of course, I’ll only do this with your permission and with what you would consider fair as recognition.
Thanks for your time and inspiration!
André DeGrâce
a.k.a Patapouf
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Patapouf
I will respond to you more directly via email. But I am glad to help you out. (And just so you know, a year ago I didn’t have a single ‘connection’ either.)
Don Bracken said
Do you know if the white owl whiskey is available for sale from the MLCC here in Wpg?
Arctic Wolf said
Please post the question again on the same page as the White Owl Review. The Highwood distillery guys follow that thread and are sure to give you an answer.
Gordon said
I read your post about Highwood Distillery Tour with interest. You mentioned that the distillery tour was private. Is the distillery open to the public? I don’t see any mention of tours on their website. I sent them an email a while back and didn’t receive a reply. I’d love to visit the distillery.
Cheers,
Gordon
Arctic Wolf said
As far as I know the distillery does not offers tours to the public, and I was very fortunate to be given the opportunity to get as close to the operations as I did. This was a privilege which is not granted to very many persons as the operation is very lean and efficient, and I suspect they do not have the available manpower to provide regular tours.
I will say that everyone at the distillery treated me with the utmost respect, and I would certainly enjoy another visit.
Ann said
Hi hi..i’m looking for a vintage Colombian liquor called “Columbus”.
Does anyone knows if this alcohol is still in production and how i can purchase it. Tx!
rus said
hi.i am in oliphant. on the fishing islands of lake huron and enjoy the messages on your site great fun! can you please give me any help in locating the fellow from western canada that was able to bring some cases of dictador 20 to your part of the country…it was my rum of choice in miami while there and am finding it a bit of a sticky wicket to find it..happy trails rus
Matt said
Hey there. Could you do a review of the recently released “Crown Royal Black”?
Arctic Wolf said
Certainly, if I can convince Crown to send me a bottle…..
My policy is that I review industry samples first, and samples of my own choosing second. The samples from industry seem to be arriving a a fairly steady interval. I have about ten samples in the pipeline and by the time they are done I will probably have more. So I doubt that I would buy a bottle to review out of my own pocket until I am caught up.
Don Cory said
I am looking for a bottle of Cruzan Estate rum. I live in Ontario and it is no longer stocked by the LCBO. I noticed that you were in Edmonton and a friend of mine from Edmonton is coming to visit me for Canada Day. What stores in Edmonton would carry Cruzan rum? He lives near the University of Alberta. Thank you for your time.
Cheers
Don Cory
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Don,
I am merely a reviewer of spirits. I do not keep track of where they are sold, and to be honest I do not have the time to do this kind of research. When your friend visits Edmonton just have the first store he visits check the ALCB listings for spirits brand availability. They should be able to tell him where to find the Cruzan.
J. Wheelock said
The Cruzan Estate 5 Year Old is no longer a Canadian SKU. This was a decision from the brand itself. If you have an interest in the Single Barrel, there is much to be had in Alberta. Again, all respect to Chip!
Arctic Wolf said
Thanks for the help J.
Don Cory said
Thank You both for the information. I will relay it to my friend and hopefully he will be successful.
J. Wheelock said
This is what it is about – sharing in info and helping ALL of us make informed decisions.
Peace gents
Don Cory said
My friend found some of the Single Barrel rum at the Liquor Depot at 11146 Ellersile Road SW at the corner of 111th Street. I look forward to a glass when he comes to Ontario at the beginning of July. Thank you once again for the help.
Cheers
Mark said
I’m looking for a store in Calgary that sells Legendario. I thought Willow Park might, but they don’t have anything in stock. I’m from Saskatchewan, and have limited time in the city (end of this week) but want to head home with a few bottles. Any ideas?
Thanks!
Arctic Wolf said
I am not familiar with any stores in Calgary carrying the Legendario. I know that a website supposedly exists which lists ever bottle carried at every liquor store in Alberta, but for the life of me I cannot remember it or find it on the web. Maybe one of my raeders can point you in the right direction.
Ray G. said
Might I suggest you put a review date under the each review title? Also, any idea where I can find the Alberta Premium 25 years old rye that you recommended?
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Ray
That is an excellent suggestion. My posts are all dated on the front page but the actual reviews are not. I shall begin to do so. (It will take a bit of research to update everything so please have patience.)
I still see the Alberta Premium 25 year old here and there in Edmonton. But it is running out. My understanding is that it has disappeared from other provinces. The 25 Year Old was a Limited Edition Bottling, and I have no information about any plans to make any more. (We all fervently hope that they do.)
As for the Website for Alberta Distillers, They appear not to have one. The Brand is Owned by BeamGlobal, but they do not appear to have much information about this whisky on their website. Hopefully someone from BeamGlobal sees this inquiry and offers some insight. (I have had correspondence from Beam on my website in the past so this is not too farfetched.)
Lars G. Hundertmark said
being afraid to overstep my rights on this bloq I will try never the less…. You said that Alberta Rye Prime could be found in Edmonton yet … 30yrs ago I visited the US and tasted real all rye from Canada since then never – it was not sold in Denmark and now you tell me that the production is discontiued. If anybody reading these lines could direct me to an outlet willing to ship and still having a bottle or two I would be very thankfull.
Dave Shanks said
I have, over the past several years become increasingly interested in learning more about rums – especially dark rums. Until I stumbled onto your blog, I thought that I might be the only one not choosing to drink wine, beer, whiskey or scotch in Edmonton. I am so glad to learn I am wrong.
I noticed there there is a group that get together to discuss (and drink) rums in Edmonton, and would love the opportunity to contact the group (The Rum Chums – 1st Edmonton Chapter). Could you pass on some contact information, so that I can find out if this may be a fit for me.
Kindest Regards,
Dave
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Dave,
I will pass on your information, but I should let you know that the group may not be considering new members at this time. I also, being one of the most recent new members, am in no position to make recommendations. However, my blog is popular within the group so I would encourage you to continue to read and post comments. As others in the group learn of your passion for rum it may help your cause.
J. Wheelock said
Check the Ramada on Calgary Trail. They may still have some. If not, check back here and we can speak further. All respect to Chip
Steve Richmond said
Hi Chip,
Sorry for the short notice but we’d love to have you as our guest at our Rum tasting tomorrow evening, Tues. March 23rd at 7.00 PM.
Thanks
Arctic Wolf said
I will be pleased to attend.
Thanks Steve
Frank said
Hello,
From Red Deer AB.
Enjoying your blog – love the rum and tequila reviews!
Question:
Where in Alberta could I purchase a quality rum like Zacapa Centenario XO 25year Solero? I searched in Red Deer with no success.
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Frank
I will recommend two rums you should be able to find. The Zacapa 23 Year Old and the Diplomatico Exclusiva Reserva should be available in boutique shops in Red Deer. The 25 Year Old Zacapa unfortunately is not Available here yet.
Hollan Fenner said
I am looking for information on Ron Matusalem 15 Rum. Not the new stuff but the old Cuban variety. I was gifted 2 bottles by my granfather and can’t find any info on value etc.
Thanks
Hollan
Arctic Wolf said
I am afraid I can be of no help except to sugest that you go to TheministryofRum.com and pose your question there.
Jonathan Bray said
G’day Chip,
Just a note on Glenglassaugh. They are also releasing a limited amount of their older single malts that were purchased with the distillery. They have in the market a 21 year old (actually 24) 30 year old (actually 34) and 40 (actually 43)
These older drams will be released in very limited amounts over the next decade while they work towards re-establishing Glenglassaugh as a premium distillery.
Good to see you at the show
Cheers
Jonathan
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Jonathan,
Thanks for the note. I actually sampled the what I believe was your 30 year old at the show (Stuart is very kind), and it was really really good. As I was not fully aware of the actual details of the older vintages so I did not discuss them in my article. I did notice however that Jim Murray spoke highly also of your 40 year old making it the Winner in the Multiple Cask 35 to 40 year category. (Although I thought this was a single cask bottle, maybe you can enlighten me.) Congratulations!
J. Wheelock said
Hey Chip,
It was good to see you again at the whisky festival in Edmonton. Thanks for the reveiw of Highland Park 12 too – we agree…
Is there anything coming up in Edmonton soon?
Arctic Wolf said
Howdy
Thanks for reading my Blog, I love getting feedback from industry. I will try very hard to let you know of upcoming events in my area.
Kind Regards
Chip
Bryno said
Hey hows it going? My name is Bryan and I have been creeping around this website for a while now. I find the rum reviews helpful, I really love rum and have been experimenting with it for just over a year now. It’s nice to get an idea of what to expect, especially when you’re spending up to and beyond 50$ a bottle. I have noticed that you live in Edmonton (where I currently reside as well), I was wondering if there is an organization or group that do tastings of rum or anything of the sort. I’m even just interested in finding people that can recommend and discuss different rum with me as few of my friends are as interested as I am. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Bryno!
Arctic Wolf said
There is a great forum called the Ministry of Rum. You will find a link on my blogroll. Just go there, lurk around and see if you like the camaraderie.
David Rosenberg said
We were in Canada and loved Wiser 18 year old whiskey in square bootle 1500 ml
We live in Virginia outside of DC and want to get the same bottle. Can you tell us how? Canada can’t ship and I am having a hard time locating the same size and shape
Arctic Wolf said
Hi David
Unfortunately I cannot help you except to recommend that you post this question at Whisky.com. They seem to help with these types of questions all the time.
Mike said
Hello sir,
Nice website you have here. I really enjoyed your Canadian whisky reviews. I notice that in a lot of your photos you have those mini casks sitting around. Did you purchase them from Whisky Works in Ontario, by chance? Also, what have you aged in them? If you could provide any details I would greatly appreciate it, as I’m considering picking up a 3 litre barrel to put a new oak finish on some Canadian whisky.
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Mike:
The mini Casks you see are 1 litre Casks, I have picked up from various sources including Whisky Works. I have only used them once with a Canadian Whisky, The Canadian Club 100 proof. In that experiment I aced a previously well used barrel with home made Nanking Cherry brandy first, and then refinished the whisky for 6 weeks. It was awesome. Good Luck!!
Mike said
I HAVE A UNOPENED BOTTLE OF 1963 CANADIAN OFC WHISKY WITH CERTIFICATE OF AGE #A341462 IS IT WORTH ANYTHING?
Arctic Wolf said
Sorry Mike but I do not evaluate the values of any bottles of Spirits. However at Whisky.com I have seen many questions such as yours answered. Just wonder over and submit your question in the Forum Discussion section.
Mitch Abate said
Dear Sir:
We are a small distillery in Colorado and would like you to review our products.
Our website does not list all our products.
We now make a number of rums, vodkas and whiskey.
Thanks
Mitch Abate – Distiller
Downslope Distilling Inc.
Arctic Wolf said
Sir:
I would be pleased to review your distilled products on my website. Please let me know if my emails reached you!
Welcome to the Rum Howler Blog
Bill said
Who would have thought of Rum lovers stranded in Edmonton. Our group of Rum lovers is 14 strong. We currently have over 235 rums in stock and keep adding. It would be interesting to dialouge with you and share some of the great tastes.
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Bill
Nice to see I have found a group of like minded individuals in Edmonton. I sent you an email. Reply at your leisure.
shinypackages said
Are you based in Canada?
Arctic Wolf said
Hi Shiny,
I am based in Canada,
Edmonton to be exact.
I hope you like the blog.
The Rumelier said
Chip,
your site is coming on well. It takes a lot of work to get them off the ground, but it is well worth the effort.
I will add a link to your blog tomorrow when I get to work. See you in Miami hopefully.
Cheers
Bob