Scotch Whisky reviews

One more sample from Master of Malt Drinks by the Dram. I love The Balvenie, and have enjoyed nearly all of the expressions from their range. This is one of their 17yr old finished whiskies, which are…

Body: long and thin legs.Nose: soothing, sweet with honey and fruits, subtle sherry notes. Overall very pleasing.Palate: sherry hits you at first, this is a typical HP profile but stronger and subtler…

This is another sample I received from the Master of Malt Drinks by the Dram program. (I really love DBTD!) I enjoyed the Cask Strength from Caola Ila, and I expect to enjoy this 18yr. ABV: 43%Nose:…

Dense but flat malts with hints of sherry giving the whisky a sweet touch to it. Complex and pleasurable finish.

Delicately sherried with a touch of fruit. Very close to the 18 year variety and plenty of barley. Great pick up for the price.

Nose: Initially grassy, chalky and mineral with rubbed orange peel, lemon rind and yellow apple; beautifully old style. With a little time it grows richer with hints of tropical fruit, mainly pineapple…

Nose: A very nice, clean sherry - Almond liqueur, cloves, oranges and a hint of ripe apples. The honey sweetness hides behind all the glorious clean sherry, but it's there, but rather subdued. Mouth:…