All Whisky reviews

Nose: The classic heather honey sweetness is there alongside the equally classic dark chocolate coated orange peel and ginger. There is something else, lighter and more citric as a back note with a…

This blend is rather popular in France and has been getting more attention in Belgium as well, thanks to the dazzling and witty black/white television commercials of the handsome toughies in kilts.The…

I tried the NEW Tomatin 15. This latest addition to the Tomatin range (it was released in August 2009) has matured on American bourbon casks and has a medium body.It takes a while before you see the…

This Tyrconnell Madeira Finish, which will set you back about 60 EUR, is a so-called 'limited release', but easily obtainable in Europe, so I'm quite sure that is just another marketing technique. This…

This one is light in color and the tears in the glass will keep you occupied for several minutes. Nice.The nose is all about peat, iodine, paint thinner (55 ppm). Upon the second whiff it even made me…

This was an expensive bottle, so I had high expectations. The initial nose is overwhelming. The whole room smelled of smoked peat. The first taste likewise was overwhelmed by smoke. After a few sips…

Nose: the nose was slightly oily and generally very light. There were hints of nut, apple, and a light floral note...overall it was quite freshBody: I found this whisky very smooth. The after-taste…

I don't know what I'm grading this against. It's Irish whiskey, and it costs about $25.00 for a liter. I'd say it beats other comparable brands in its class hands down. To compare it to different whisk…

Smells a bit like Creme Brulee, "soft" and sweet nose. Very smooth. Glides down leaving a gentle heat on the tongue with peppery overtones. Love it.

Another Japanese whisky - seems fitting now that one is featured on the front page. Dropped by TWE and had a chat with Alex, and we decided that I needed the 15 YO, cheers Alex. Great call. Anyway.Nose…