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Rob Allanson
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Dave Broom
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The Art of Science
Dave Broom examines how Japan's distillers are taking their country's whiskies into the world
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Dave Broom
People
Tasting Success
Gavin D. Smith meets the family behind the iconic glass
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Gavin D. Smith
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has slowly but surely been evolving and growing. We look at its progress
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Rob Allanson
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Whisky in the war zone
Rob Allanson talks to veteran BBC journalist John Simpson about whisky, wars and passing the passion for the spirit on...
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Rob Allanson
Production
Brewer's decline
The number of distilleries using brewer's yeast has declined significantly since the 1990s. Ian Wisniewski asks why
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Ian Wisniewski
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Granite city blues
Gavin D. Smith looks at how Aberdeen went from several distilleries to none
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Gavin D. Smith
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Kellar trends
Andreas Haller has turned his hobby into something more serious
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Andreas Haller
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Dave Broom
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Rob Allanson
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Neil Ridley
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Kate Portman (nee Ennis)
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Jefferson Chase
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Rob Allanson
Mutiny Mr Christian?
Joe Bates
Group growth
Joe Bates looks at another popular Middle East destination
Dave Broom
The Art of Science
Dave Broom examines how Japan's distillers are taking their country's whiskies into the world
Jefferson Chase
Short and sweet
Jefferson Chase looks at the shorter form of story telling
Andreas Haller
Kellar trends
Andreas Haller has turned his hobby into something more serious
Kate Portman (nee Ennis)
Eastern Promises
Neil Ridley
Mixing history
Neil Ridley looks at two important cocktail tomes
John Rose
Under the hammer
John talks us through some more investment opportunities
Gavin D. Smith
Granite city blues
Gavin D. Smith looks at how Aberdeen went from several distilleries to none
Liza Weisstuch
Tales of the times
Liza Weisstuch heads out to New Orleans to see what's mixing at the moment
Ian Wisniewski
Brewer's decline
The number of distilleries using brewer's yeast has declined significantly since the 1990s. Ian Wisniewski...
Bains
Cape Mountain Whisky
ABV
43%
Comments:
A pleasant dram, definitely on the sweet side. The nose is more appealing than the palate.
Overall score
7.7
Benromach
10 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
A well-structured dram with character and delicacy. Very refreshing. A perfect Speysider to recommend.
Overall score
8.2
Connemara
Sherry Finish
ABV
46%
Comments:
Needs time to cheer up. A rigid oaky profile. Surprisingly,water softens it.
Overall score
7.5
Eagle Rare
17 Years Old
ABV
45%
Comments:
A bourbon close to a rye whiskey, well structured and quite complex.
Overall score
8.2
George T. Stagg
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV
70.7%
Comments:
A big, muscular bourbon. George T. Stagg? Good guess...For a stag night maybe...
Overall score
8.2
Kilchoman
Inaugural Release
ABV
46%
Comments:
Definitely one to watch as it matures. Promises big things.
Overall score
8.4
Kornog
Taouarc'H Kentan 2006 3 Years Old
ABV
57.1%
Comments:
The profile of a well knitted young islander. Of the gentle sort. Alcohol is well mastered. Invigorating and cuddling at the same time.
Overall score
8.0
Mackmyra
Special: 03
ABV
48.25%
Comments:
A pleasant dram,with an interesting malty chore.
Overall score
7.9
Malts of Scotland
1988, 21 Years Old
ABV
46.3%
Comments:
I like mushrooms but not so much in a glass! It is this musty note which gets so unpleasant.
Overall score
7.3
Malts of Scotland
1997, 12 Years Old
ABV
55.3%
Comments:
The nose let expect a more integrated oak on the palate. The violet is overwhelming.
Overall score
7.8
Malts of Scotland
1972, 37 Years Old
ABV
52.8%
Comments:
Oak seems integrated on the nose but blatantly shows on the palate. More pleasant if given time to breathe.
Overall score
7.6
Malts of Scotland
1997, 12 Years Old
ABV
57.2%
Comments:
A dry character.Lacks elegancy and brightness.
Overall score
7.3
Master of Malt
1983, 26 Years Old
ABV
53.4%
Comments:
Perfumy on the palate as well as on the nose. Quite surprising. Very pleasant until the soapy flavour develops.
Overall score
7.5
Master of Malt
1996, 12 Years Old
ABV
54.7%
Comments:
An enticing combination of pudding-like flavours and crisp texture.Sweet but not cloying at all.
Overall score
8.0
Miyagikyo
1990, 19 Years Old
ABV
61%
Comments:
Funny enough,that strong dram is better neat. But give it time.
Overall score
8.0
Nikka
Coffey Grain, 1995, 14 Years Old
ABV
60%
Comments:
A grainy profile enriched by fruity flavours. I'd happily try it chilled.
Overall score
8.0
Sazerac
18 Years Old
ABV
45%
Comments:
Another Rye Whiskey? The nose is a bit dour but the palate is more balanced. An interesting character.
Overall score
8.3
Speciality Drinks
30 Years Old
ABV
45.8%
Comments:
A pleasant islander but kind of losing its colours like an old watercolour painting.
Overall score
7.8
Speciality Drinks
Ar2 (Ardbeg)
ABV
60.5%
Comments:
Obviously a mariner.Getting a bit grumpy on the palate.
Overall score
7.9
Speciality Drinks
Lg1 (Laphroaig)
ABV
56.8%
Comments:
A morning uplifter. To be enjoyed with cream and porridge on a dricht day !
Overall score
8.1
Springbank
1998, Vintage
ABV
53.3%
Comments:
If you like it big and oaky this is your boy. Late night,night cap.
Overall score
8.3
The Balvenie
Madeira Cask 17 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
Rich and complex. Superbly balanced and elegant. To enjoy with Beethoven's 7th Symphony.
Overall score
8.9
The Dalmore
Sirius
ABV
45%
Comments:
A very old whisky which has retained vigour but lost its balance. Oak is prevailing. To savour more like a piece of liquid history.
Overall score
7.5
The Glenlivet
Nadurra Triumph 1991 Vintage Edition
ABV
48%
Comments:
A lovely dram, more spring-time than autumnal. To enjoy with shellfish.
Overall score
8.5
The Glenrothes
John Ramsay
ABV
46.7%
Comments:
A refined and fulfilling dram. Perfect balance. Complex without ostentation.
Overall score
8.6
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
120.4 – Tibetan Joss-Sticks and Polynesian Pork, 1990, 18 Years Old
ABV
59.3%
Comments:
The nose is a delight. To enjoy the palate,you have to be a wood freak.
Overall score
7.7
Thomas H. Handy
Sazerac, Straight Rye Whisky
ABV
64.5%
Comments:
Manhattan time. A benchmark rye.
Overall score
8.9
William Larue Weller
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV
59%
Comments:
Rich and deep but the alcohol is not mastered. Too much of a burning dram for me.
Overall score
7.9
Yoichi
1991, 18 Years Old
ABV
58%
Comments:
A warm but rich character. Water tames it a little. Some like it hot !
Overall score
8.0
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