Scotch Whisky reviews

The 10th annual release of Port Ellen had the lowest yield ever: just 3000 bottles (other releases were generally between 5000 to 12.000). Port Ellen 31 yo 1978 ‘10th release’ (54,6%, OB 2010, 3000 btl…

GlenDronach 20 yo Tawny Port (46%, OB 2010)Nose: much closer to the original GlenDronach style. Slightly vegetal sherry with mixed spices. Some honey. Blackcurrants. A light hint of smoke? Mouth: rich…

GlenDronach 14 yo Sauternes (46%, OB 2010)Nose: typical Sauternes influence: figs and melon with a buttery touch. Also a distinct hint of noble rot (botrytis) and flour. Apples with cinnamon. Honeysuckle…

Bladnoch was bought by Raymond Armstrong in 1994 and production restarted in 2000 after some years of mothballing and renovation. This Bladnoch 1990 single cask was taken from the inherited stock and was…

Nose: the first aroma that strikes me is dark chocolate. Really dark chocolate this time. There is some oak, but less than expected (this is good I suppose). More heathery and floral aromas in combina…

OUt of all the supermaket whiskies in tesco at the price of aberlour its my clear winner by a mile. Its good enough to stand upto its competition in the price band and it makes a decent hot toddy too.

This stuff really puts hair on your chest. It's the closest thing to drinking a campfire you will ever get. It is smokey and, frankly, only good for asserting masculinity. I don't think I've ever had…

I may not drink this in what one may call the "right" way -- I like it best chilled with the rocks on the side. It is palatable for those who aren't looking for something smokey. My absolute favorite.…

I’m not much of a fan of the Glenfiddich 12 Year Old, but the 18 Year Old has intrigued me for a while. On the whole, a bottle of the 18 Year Old will set you back between £35-40, and I think it’s worth…