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Insight
Releasing the bronco
By
Rob Allanson
Distillery Focus
Lowland Spirit
Restoring a spiritual link to Scotch’s past
By
Gavin D. Smith
Production
Only in Japan
We look at Japan-specific casks used in the maturation of whisky
By
Stefan van Eycken
Bars
From sea to shining sea
Our intrepid duo travel the nation in search of excellent watering holes
By
Blair Phillips
History
1868 and all that
The world of whisk(e)y has seen significant changes during the lifetime of this magazine, so just how much has changed...
By
Gavin D. Smith
Distillery Focus
Saved by rock and roll
Music and whiskey run deep in the roots of this Irish family home
By
Liza Weisstuch
Travel
Bourbon on the rise
Bourbon is booming and the reverberation is likely to be felt for decades to come
By
Maggie Kimberl
Production
Maximising the yield
Starches are converted into sugars in two stages, known as primary and secondary conversion, we find out what happens
By
Ian Wisniewski
Production
Stocking the shelves
Everything has gone well so far; bottles, liquid and packaging are ready, but now what?
By
Greg Dillon
Cigars & Whisky
Outside the box
At the retailer, while travelling and at home, the proper storage of cigars is vital
By
Christopher Coates
Cocktails
Spirit of the past and future
Christopher Coates investigates Roe & Co, the blended Irish whiskey created by bartenders, for bartenders
By
Christopher Coates
Food
An alternative way
Food pairings to avoid allergens
By
R. M. Peluso
Travel Retail
Turning to Singapore
The Asian city is becoming a whisky super hub
By
Joe Bates
People
Island life
We send some of the whisky world’s great and good to a desert island. What will they decide to take...
By
Rob Allanson
Stefan van Eycken
Only in Japan
We look at Japan-specific casks used in the maturation of whisky
Rob Allanson
Island life
We send some of the whisky world’s great and good to a desert island. What...
R. M. Peluso
An alternative way
Food pairings to avoid allergens
Maggie Kimberl
Bourbon on the rise
Bourbon is booming and the reverberation is likely to be felt for decades to come
Liza Weisstuch
Saved by rock and roll
Music and whiskey run deep in the roots of this Irish family home
Joe Bates
Turning to Singapore
The Asian city is becoming a whisky super hub
Ian Wisniewski
Maximising the yield
Starches are converted into sugars in two stages, known as primary and secondary conversion, we...
Greg Dillon
Stocking the shelves
Everything has gone well so far; bottles, liquid and packaging are ready, but now what?
Gavin D. Smith
1868 and all that
The world of whisk(e)y has seen significant changes during the lifetime of this magazine, so...
Davin de Kergommeaux
Breaking the circle
The life and times of a whisky writer laid bare
Christopher Coates
Spirit of the past and future
Christopher Coates investigates Roe & Co, the blended Irish whiskey created by bartenders, for bartenders
Chris Middleton
The Other Manhattan project
Thwarted experiments that threatened the distilling industry
Blair Phillips
From sea to shining sea
Our intrepid duo travel the nation in search of excellent watering holes
Abbey Whisky
2006, Single Cask #5469
ABV
67.1%
Comments:
A game of two halves, two totally different personalities with water and neat.
Overall score
8.1
Berry Bros. & Rudd
1991, 26 Years Old
ABV
55.1%
Comments:
A little water opens this out wonderfully. Time to switch on to grain folks.
Overall score
8.5
Berry Bros. & Rudd
1996, 21 Years Old
ABV
46%
Comments:
Seem to go down a couple of routes, but what's not to like? Delivers perfectly.
Overall score
8.3
Berry Bros. & Rudd
2006, 11 Years Old
ABV
46%
Comments:
Lovely and very enjoyable.
Overall score
8.3
Cù Bòcan
2006 Limited Edition
ABV
50%
Comments:
Overall score
8.5
Gordon & MacPhail Discovery
12 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
Really sweet. Feels like you are waiting for a spice kick but it just keeps delivering sweetness.
Overall score
7.9
Gordon & MacPhail Discovery
13 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
Wonderful smoke and sweetness.
Overall score
8.8
Gordon & MacPhail Discovery
10 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
Takes you one way, then another, but all becomes clear in the end.
Overall score
8.1
Gordon & MacPhail Discovery
13 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
A delightful Speysider, just right for the summer months.
Overall score
8.5
Highland Park
The Light, 17 Years Old
ABV
52.9%
Comments:
Lovely balance and the high ABV doesn’t interfere with play. A lovely drop.
Overall score
8.2
Jameson
Bow Street, 18 Years Old
ABV
55.3%
Comments:
A velvet glove surrounding a velvet fist, sweet spicy and some swagger to it.
Overall score
8.4
Loch Lomond
Inchmoan, Aged 12 Years
ABV
46%
Comments:
Felt like there was a disconnect with the nose and palate, but it all came together really well in the end. Decent stuff.
Overall score
8.2
Redbreast
Dream Cask, Aged 32 Years
ABV
46.5%
Comments:
OK it’s old, and it’s probably expensive, but blimey that was quite something. Impressive.
Overall score
9.1
Reservoir
Bourbon Whiskey
ABV
50%
Comments:
Very easy to drink whiskey with plenty going on in the flavour stakes.
Overall score
8.2
Scottish Folklore Series
Cù-Sith 1972, Aged 45 Years
ABV
43.2%
Comments:
Seriously on the nutty side, but balanced out with those lush chocolate notes.
Overall score
8.4
Shelter Point
Artisanal Cask Strength Whisky
ABV
57.2%
Comments:
Packs a serious punch. Once the alcohol is backed a way reveals a stunner.
Overall score
8.0
Shelter Point
Artisanal Single Malt Whisky
ABV
46%
Comments:
Simple in a very good way; as in it’s a delight to drink and makes you want more.
Overall score
8.1
Shelter Point
Montford District Lot 141
ABV
46%
Comments:
Oh Canada! If you haven’t cottoned on to what’s happening here, now is the time.
Overall score
8.5
Smögen
7 Years Old
ABV
60.3%
Comments:
Raises the bar for Sweden, great stuff indeed.
Overall score
8.7
Tullibardine
The Murray Châteauneuf-du-Pape Finish 2005 Vintage
ABV
40%
Comments:
Straight down the line, no messing dram.
Overall score
8.1
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