Scotch Whisky reviews

sample from a friendNose: Fragrant on yellow crystallized fruit nibs. Tropical fruits on the lines of boozy pineapple sans acidity. Slight ash note and an empty, dry seasoned humidor. It's the cedar.…

Glenfiddich seems to have been developing the quality of their standard malts steadily over the last 15-20 years and this expression is my favourite of the current crop (the ones I’ve tried that is). The…

The nose on this blows me away every time. Raise the percentage add some ambergris and bingo, aftershave! In terms of bang for your buck this malt is my No. 1 recommendation. Nose: Peat smoke, pine…

For this age of whisky this is gossamer light malt. A duty free offering at 40%, felt slightly short changed by the percentage, but the age was reassuring. Anyway what does it taste like, that’s the most…

sample from a friendNose: Light sherry. Generally on light, sweet malt. Crystallized lemon candy chews. Pith and waxy fruit. Delicate and subtle pre-ripe peach. I almost get the sense that there's pha…

Nose: Warming and smooth, yet with a sharp edge. Sultanas, Apples, Cinnamon. Treacle, Sticky Toffee Pudding, Dark Chocolate yet tempered by acidic notes. This is gorgeous and intense!Palate: Much more…

Warm fast steady herbal/vegetable arrival develops a slow short finish.