Scotch Whisky reviews

Sherry can go horribly wrong or wonderfully perfect. So it was with a sense of trepidation as I uncorked this bright blue opaque bottle only to discover the poetry that is perfectly balanced sherry.Set…

Bought this as my local had it on special offer. First impression was that I was not impressed.It had a rather rough oiliness to the body that reminded me of Glenfiddich (probably my least favourite…

One of the most excellent noses I've encountered. People who enjoy sherry cask matured aromas will love this. It is sweet, velvety and comforting. I could just nose this forever...On the palate, this…

This gem is used as a base to make the exceptional Quinta Ruban and Necta D'Or. And that's what this entry level Glenmorangie is. Exceptional.The nose is bright and sunny like the first day of spring.…

I'm a little undecided about Clynelish 14 yo, although I'd give it a solid thumbs-up overall. It has a one-of-a-kind nose and taste, but I'm still trying to figure out what's going on in the finish. I've…

My first surprise was its Chardonnay color. The peat is strong and good. The second surprise is that I liked it even though the bottle was freshly opened; It's not as complex and powerfull as the Laph…

I've been working my way through my Society sample bottles that I received when I joined The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. I'd started with the Campbeltown, then the Islay.That left me with two Speysides…