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Tastings
Editor's Word
Editor's Word: The complexities of whisky collecting
The world of whisky collecting isn't quite as simple as it might seem
By
Christopher Coates
Thoughts from...
On Whiskey Investing
Understanding your whiskey investment portfolio options
By
Maggie Kimberl
Thoughts from...
A social species: bartenders' post-pandemic comeback
Owning a bar owns your life
By
Liza Weisstuch
Mythbusters
Quantitative Easing II: The era of incremental innovation
Chris continues to examine the economics of motivation
By
Chris Middleton
Whisky Learning
Whisky investments: when history repeats
Jason Thomson and Christopher Coates have a word to the wise regarding whisky investment: lessons can be learned from the past
By
Jason Thomson
Collections
How to win at whisky auctions, according to the experts
Your guide to success when whisky goes under the hammer
By
Gavin D. Smith
Collections
Bourbon is now firmly in the sights of serious whiskey collectors
The days of Kentucky bourbon playing second fiddle to Scotch whisky are well and truly in the past
By
Liza Weisstuch
Collections
Why do people collect whisky?
Whisky is made to be drunk, yet many of us are inclined to accumulate treasured bottles, often with no intention...
By
Hans Offringa
Collections
Tasted: whiskies from seven of Scotland's newest distilleries
Many of Scotland’s newest distilleries have begun sharing their first releases, but how do they compare?
By
Christopher Coates
Distillery Focus
The Cinderella Story of the new Falkirk Distillery
Ahead of its opening to the public this year, discover the patience and intricacies behind this Lowland distillery’s creation
By
Gavin D. Smith
Distillery Focus
The Holy Trinity: Getting to know The Glenturret by Lalique Trinity series
By
Millie Milliken
Distillery Focus
The ongoing flux of evolution at Tullibardine Distillery
Four years on from our last outing with Tullibardine, general manager Mike Elliott explains what this Perthshire distillery has...
By
Millie Milliken
Distillery Focus
A taste of the reimagined visitor experience at Glenkinchie Distillery
The Glenkinchie Distillery refurbishment is ringing in a new era as Diageo focuses on highlighting the four ‘corners’ of Scotland
By
Gavin D. Smith
Distillery Focus
For Better or for Worse
The team behind Dad's Hat rye made a vow they weren't willing to break
By
Liza Weisstuch
Places
Regional Focus: Kentucky
Exploring the past, present, and future of Kentucky bourbon
By
Maggie Kimberl
Column
This Travelling Life: Diageo senior global brand ambassador Ewan Gunn
In this edition, Diageo senior global brand ambassador Ewan Gunn talks about two new rare expressions from Talisker and The...
By
Joe Bates
Caskaway
Caskaway: Isabel Graham-Yooll's desert island drams
In each edition we ask one of the industry’s great and good which drams they would take to our desert island
By
Martha Crass
Joe Bates
This Travelling Life: Diageo senior global brand ambassador Ewan Gunn
In this edition, Diageo senior global brand ambassador Ewan Gunn talks about two new rare...
Christopher Coates
Tasted: whiskies from seven of Scotland's newest distilleries
Many of Scotland’s newest distilleries have begun sharing their first releases, but how do they compare?
Martha Crass
Caskaway: Isabel Graham-Yooll's desert island drams
In each edition we ask one of the industry’s great and good which drams they...
Maggie Kimberl
Regional Focus: Kentucky
Exploring the past, present, and future of Kentucky bourbon
Chris Middleton
Quantitative Easing II: The era of incremental innovation
Chris continues to examine the economics of motivation
Millie Milliken
The Holy Trinity: Getting to know The Glenturret by Lalique Trinity series
Hans Offringa
Why do people collect whisky?
Whisky is made to be drunk, yet many of us are inclined to accumulate treasured...
Gavin D. Smith
The Cinderella Story of the new Falkirk Distillery
Ahead of its opening to the public this year, discover the patience and intricacies behind...
Jason Thomson
Whisky investments: when history repeats
Jason Thomson and Christopher Coates have a word to the wise regarding whisky investment: lessons...
Liza Weisstuch
For Better or for Worse
The team behind Dad's Hat rye made a vow they weren't willing to break
Benromach
21 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
Love the sweet and savoury element; this is a delight for the senses.
Overall score
8.6
Benromach
Contrasts: Peat Smoke
ABV
46%
Comments:
A nice sipper, balanced and you can certainly taste the spirit.
Overall score
7.9
Bushmills
Black Bush Caribbean Rum Cask Finish
ABV
40%
Comments:
It’s hot for the ABV, but with many promising elements.
Overall score
7.4
Cotswolds
Founder’s Choice
ABV
60.5%
Comments:
HOT. A drop of water does wonders to allow you to really enjoy all that’s going on.
Overall score
8.1
Larceny
Batch #A121
ABV
57.4%
Comments:
For the ABV, the flavours are really able to develop before the heat envelops and gives you that Kentucky hug.
Overall score
8.1
Mackmyra
Brukswhisky DLX
ABV
46.6%
Comments:
It did take quite a lot to get into this and for me there’s not quite enough to keep my taste buds entertained.
Overall score
7.4
Mey Selections
12 Years Old
ABV
51%
Comments:
It’s nicely balanced and flavoursome, especially considering the heat.
Overall score
8.1
Midleton
Very Rare 2021
ABV
40%
Comments:
Very delicate, but just the right side of it to be interesting and with some building complexity. Nothing too intense going on.
Overall score
7.7
Old Fitzgerald
Bottled-In-Bond, Spring 2021 Edition
ABV
50%
Comments:
A real sweet treat, something I want to drizzle over my fruit loaf and enjoy in all its rich glory.
Overall score
8.3
Seven Seals
The Age of Scorpio
ABV
49.7%
Comments:
It’s very drying and the musty note is perhaps a little much for me, however, water does mellow that out a little.
Overall score
8.0
Single & Single
17 Years Old
ABV
54%
Comments:
I’m a little thrown off by what’s going on, but it’s interesting and, despite the ABV, not overpowering.
Overall score
8.0
Single & Single
24 Years Old
ABV
49.2%
Comments:
Very unexpected, it’s quite heavy but there’s enough light to keep it balanced and enticing.
Overall score
7.9
Single Malts of Scotland
11 Years Old
ABV
48%
Comments:
The heat in this slightly detracted from the enjoyment, but nothing a drop of water can’t fix.
Overall score
7.8
Single Malts of Scotland
11 Years Old
ABV
48%
Comments:
Relatively subtle throughout, but nicely balanced.
Overall score
7.6
Spot Whiskey
Green Spot
ABV
40%
Comments:
There’s a lot that’s good, but perhaps it could do with a little more time to develop on its character.
Overall score
7.3
The English
Triple Distilled
ABV
46%
Comments:
An interesting time sipping this. Not massively complex, but a few nice surprises hide in there.
Overall score
7.5
The GreatDrams
Islay Single Cask Series
ABV
48.2%
Comments:
This is a bit of me – it’s delicate and balanced enough that you aren’t blown away by peat, getting the full spectrum of flavour.
Overall score
8.3
The Lakes
The Whiskymaker’s Reserve No.4
ABV
52%
Comments:
I’m impressed. It’s not overpoweringly hot and the balance of sherry notes is rich
and inviting.
Overall score
8.4
Tomatin
The French Collection: Rivesaltes Casks
ABV
46%
Comments:
Really intriguing and full of surprises, certainly one I’d like to sit and sip at a summer barbeque.
Overall score
8.0
Tomatin
The French Collection: Monbazillac Casks
ABV
46%
Comments:
It didn’t quite get me there, but it was certainly a solid whisky with plenty about it to delve into.
Overall score
7.9
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