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Whiskey Review: John L. Sullivan Irish Whiskey

We review John L. Sullivan Irish Whiskey, a blended Irish whiskey that has been aged in bourbon casks.

OVERALL RATING

8
  • John Dover, creator of "Johnny Scotch," musician, and author.
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John L. Sullivan Irish Whiskey

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Nose:
Upon the first sniff, this whiskey pulls you in with the scent of a fresh Granny Smith apple, warmed by a thin layer of soft caramel. The predominant smell of the fruity treat is accompanied by hints of nutmeg and clove, among other spiced notes. All the initial scents are wrapped in the gentle tone of oak that brings it all together. The color is the shade of dry hay sunning on a field before being bailed up.
Palate:
The front of the palette catches the buttery caramel flavor present in the nose, and the green apple from the nose is front and center but not overpowering. The heat is well-balanced with the spiced flavors that follow. Over ice, the edge that this whiskey carries is smoothed over. I enjoyed it neat and with ice, or with a splash of water, but I preferred the zesty punch-counterpunch that drinking it neat provided. This whiskey is a perfect accompaniment to an evening of intellectual pugilism between friends.
Finish:
Comments:
As heavy-fisted as The Boston Strong Boy was, John L. Sullivan Irish Whiskey is a tribute to the romantic art of pugilistic honor. It is said that Sullivan would sneak away from his guards when at training camp to cavort and indulge at the local New York bars near his gym. rnrnI am sure that if this spirit were around then, he would be more than amenable to going a few rounds with it on those indulgent occasions, and still come back punching.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

John Dover

John Dover, creator and writer of the acclaimed "Johnny Scotch" series, draws inspiration from his immersive experiences as a professional musician and his extensive travels across the US. His Jazz Noir world intertwines with his music, culminating in collaborations such as the "Johnny Scotch Vignettes" with Thomas Barber, blending high-energy fusion with spoken word.

John's latest ventures include "Johnny Scotch #4" illustrated by Dan Schaefer, and the novella "A Song for Charlie." Alongside his music career, he continues to expand the "Johnny Scotch" universe through short stories and comic books.

Beyond "Johnny Scotch," John is a recognized horror writer, contributing to anthologies such as "Tales from the Braided Pony," "Monsters 'N' Things," "100 Word Horrors," and the forthcoming "Tenebrous Tales." He's also a regular entertainment writer for Mythmachine.com.

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