October 2007 Archives

Whisky and philosophy. Some might say that these two pastimes are better when enjoyed together. In this spirit we announce a call for abstracts that celebrates the relationship of whisky to philosophy and vice versa. The prospective book would be part of Blackwell’s “Epicurean Philosophy Series,” which includes Wine & Philosophy, Food & Philosophy, and Beer & Philosophy.

We are pleased to announce that all of these titles will be released in November of this year. The proposed volume, Whisk(e)y & Philosophy, would mark the second generation of this series. If you are interested in submitting work to this project, bear in mind that these books are meant to be accessible to the general public and so the essays are not designed to be overly technical. They can, however, incorporate serious philosophical reflection on the relationship between whisky and philosophy. We are open to suggestions for paper topics, but some general recommendations have been included below.

If you are interested in submitting work to this project, bear in mind that these books are meant to be accessible to the general public and so the essays are not designed to be overly technical. They can, however, incorporate serious philosophical reflection on the relationship between whisky and philosophy. We are open to suggestions for paper topics, but some general recommendations have been included below.

Blinder
Ingredients:

• 2oz Scotch
• 5oz Grapefruit juice
• 1tsp Grenadine

Fill a highball glass with ice, then pour the scotch and grapefruit juice over the ice. Finish by dropping the grenadine into the center of the drink.

Classes have finally started, which marks the end of summer for me, so it's time to rededicate myself to some blogging. Having recently moved to the Chicago area I've discovered some great sources for whisky in the area. Sam's Wines & Spirits has an incredible selection of over 200+ Scotch whiskies, including plenty of independent bottlings. Besides great liquor stores there are fantastic pubs such as The Duke of Perth with a menu of over 70 single malts. I'll have more to say about the pub down the road, but I thought I'd post a list of my own current stock.

• Lagavulin 16yo
• Laphroaig "Quarter Cask"
  
• Old Pulteney 12yo
• Glen Moray 12yo
• Tomatin 12yo
• Glenfiddich "Special Reserve" 12yo 
• Auchentoshan "Select"
• Bowmore "Legend"
• John, Mark, and Robbo's "The Smokey Peaty One"
• John, Mark, and Robbo's "The Smooth Sweeter One"

I'll hope to post tasting notes on all of these in the coming weeks, plus I have notes for a couple of cask strength Scotches Aberlour "A'bunadh" and Ardbeg "Uigeadail". Then I'll have some upcoming purchases which include The Dalmore 12yo, The Dalmore "Cigar Malt", Tobermory 10yo, and the Bowmore 12yo.