We have been so lucky to have met with Benjamin Kuentz, in Paris, to sample some interesting creations from his careful approach to “publishing” French whiskies. So when I bumped into a collector from India at Paris Whisky Live on … Continue reading
With Maison Benjamin Kuentz whiskies, we were introduced first to their core trio with (D’un) Verre Printanier, Fin de Partie, Aveux Gourmands then during a trip to Paris explored their limited editions of Aux Particulares Vines 1, 4 and 5. Next was a special … Continue reading
With Maison Benjamin Kuentz whiskies, we were introduced first to their core trio with (D’un) Verre Printanier, Fin de Partie, Aveux Gourmands then during a trip to Paris explored their limited editions of Aux Particulares Vines 1, 4 and 5. A lovely Euro Whisky … Continue reading
One highlight from our Whisky Ladies Euro Chapter was the discovery of Maison Benjamin Kuentz whiskies. So when I traveling to Paris in June 2021, we absolutely HAD to meet the remarkably talented man behind the creations. And what an … Continue reading
Our absolute favourite from Maison Benjamin Kuentz is their Aveux Gourmands – launched late 2020. Aveux Gourmands 46% (Maison Benjamin Kuentz) Colour – Light straw Nose – Mmmm….. bubblegum, toffee, salty caramel, a nice nuttiness with roasted hazelnut, fudge… then all combining … Continue reading
The end of the party is often that time of the evening when most of the guests have gone, just a few remain… often the close friends who also pitch in for the clean-up before you settle down for a … Continue reading
We began our explorations with (D’un) Verre Printanier… having every indication of being the lightest of our Maison Benjamin Kuentz trio with its glass of springtime. (D’un) Verre printanier 46% (Maison Benjamin Kuentz) Colour – Light honey Nose – Well hello pear! … Continue reading
Late 2020 we kicked off a series of virtual sessions fuelled initially by my acquisition of some bottles from North Star and Chorlton. As brilliant as these were, we were hungry for new experiences. Given one of lovely ladies relocated … Continue reading
So what have I been up to the last few months? A mix of new tasting experiences and slowly making my way through notes from 2022 – which was particularly “busy” with two weekends of Whisky Festivals. My first tasting … Continue reading
It is no surprise that Paris Whisky Live has quite an extensive section devoted purely to French whisky! In a few cases, the lines are a bit blurred – Scottish spirits matured in French barrels. So what is the story … Continue reading
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