Back in December, we had a sample of Mackmyra Brukswhisky in our Whisky Advent Calendar from Drinks by the Dram. It’s a Swedish whisky, and it was delightful. Since then I’ve been wanting to check out some of their other expressions. I finally purchased five different samples, and last night’s wind/rain/hail storm seemed like the perfect…
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Chuckanut Course Preview (er, sort of)
Read moreWe were primed and ready for a preview of the Chuckanut course today! Packs ready, map at hand, and a waiting pan of lasagna at home (because I have learned from the mistake of not having awesome food at home post long run…) We were just getting ready to leave when our coach let us know…
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Whisky-O Cookies (Recipe)
Read moreDrinking whisky is wonderful. Eating whisky-laced treats is even more fun. 🙂 In the past, I’ve enjoyed boozing up some baked goods, but they have all been cupcakes and not cookies. So I was really intrigued when I came across this recipe (by, um, searching for “whisky cookies”…) I finally made these cookies for a party…
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My Better Half Marathon Virtual Run
Read moreSome weeks ago I saw an ad for a race on Valentine’s Day: My Better Half. I don’t typically do many themed fun runs, but this one intrigued me because you sign up with a partner (lover, gal pal, bromance, etc) and you get medals that fit together and awwwww! We were all geared to…
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2015 in Review – 2016 in Preview
Read moreIt has been quite a year! To give some perspective, here are my numbers for 2015: -1,400 miles run -Two 50 milers completed (Sun Mountain race report and Mt. Hood race report) -Two 50Ks completed (UltraPedestrian Wilderness Challenge race report and Baker Lake race report) -One half marathon completed (Beat the Blerch race report) and……
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Dancing Pines Distillery – Loveland, Colorado
Read moreThe past few years we’ve enjoyed a quiet Christmas home in Seattle. No stress, no fuss, but also no family. This year we bit the bullet and traveled to be with Adam’s family in Fort Collins, Colorado. At the airport, I expected the full holiday nightmare of endless lines, clueless travelers, and screaming children. Amazingly,…
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Whisky Advent Calendar: Days 19-24
Read moreThe final part of our advent calendar adventure! Day 19: The Lost Distilleries Blend Batch 6 Blended (Scotland) 49.3% ABV Nose: There’s a lot going on! Fruity sweetness (pears and peaches), with some sweet and savory smoke. Light floral and perfume notes. Palate: Fiery because of the ABV. Light spices, some nuttiness with a suggestion of smoke…
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Whisky Advent Calendar: Days 13-18
Read morePart 3 of our whisky advent calendar adventure gave us some more unique whiskies that gave us a bit more to talk about. Day 13: Glendronach 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch (Highland) 43% ABV Nose: Fruity and spicy (ginger). Definitely sherried. Palate: Fruity, some spice. Some nuts, too. Long finish! Notes: Very good. Day 14: Isle…
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Whisky Advent Calendar: Days 7-12
Read moreAfter the first few days of our advent calendar, Adam went on a little trip to visit a friend. Instead of hoarding all of the whisky for myself, I waited to continue tasting until he returned from his little vacation. This gave us the opportunity to taste of few whiskies together, which I actually prefer…
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Whisky Advent Calendar: Day 1-6
Read moreAs a Christmas gift for ourselves this year, we splurged for an advent calendar of whisky! I saw them last year from Master of Malt, but we were too late to order one. I made sure we got one this year and it’s been fun so far. Here is part 1 of 4 of our…
