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Welcome to Whisky Magazine
By
Rob Allanson
A Dram with Dave Broom
Happy Times
Dave Broom discusses whisky fuelled cars and\ra new excellent watering spot
By
Dave Broom
Thoughts from...
New Digital Emperors
Tim Forbes has worked for The Whisky Exchange since 2003 and looks after the company's online presence including The Whisky...
By
Tim Forbes
Whisky & Culture
Whisky a Quo Quo
After 45 years on the road, Status Quo are arguably Britain's ultimate kings of Rock and Roll. And with a...
By
Neil Ridley
Whisky & Culture
Prodigal sons
For the past few years London's Nu-Folk scene has been quietly bristling away in the basements of a few nondescript...
By
Neil Ridley
Whisky & Culture
Joyful order
Dave Broom talks to one of the pioneers of an innovative electronic/guitar blend of music and a founder member of...
By
Dave Broom
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Leading the revolution
Iorweth Griffiths meets the man who helped Irish Whisky in to the limelight
By
Iorweth Griffiths
People
Dr in demand
Dr Jim Swan plays a key role in the whisky industry and is at the forefront of innovation. And as...
By
Dominic Roskrow
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A sense of determination
Davin de Kergommeaux undertakes the great Western Canadian distillery challenge
By
Davin de Kergommeaux
History
Up on the hill
Gavin D. Smith charts the fortunes of Port Dundas
By
Gavin D. Smith
People
Bourbon tastes
Spent any time in Kentucky and you'll soon come across Jeff and Ann McMichael. Dominic Roskrow reports
By
Dominic Roskrow
Travel Retail
Capital offers
Joe Bates heads to Edinburgh airport to find a new whisky offer
By
Joe Bates
Production
Developing character
Ian Wisniewski asks what role does yeast play during fermentation, and how influential can this be in determining the flavour...
By
Ian Wisniewski
Distillery Focus
Weathering the storm
Family-owned distillery Glenfarclas isn't flash or fancy, but it's in rude health Dominic Roskrow reports on a good old-fashioned success story
By
Dominic Roskrow
Distillery Focus
Not backing down
Gavin D. Smith visits Ailsa Bay, the Grant family's new kid on the block
By
Gavin D. Smith
Bars
A quiet retreat
Gavin D. Smith investigates a newly developed whisky room offering comfort and drams
By
Gavin D. Smith
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Speyside delights
Martine Nouet looks back at 10 years of Aberlour whisky dinners at the Spirit of Speyside festival with a ‘best...
By
Martine Nouet
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Whisky & Culture
American Gothic
Jefferson Chase looks at another whiskey laden tome
By
Jefferson Chase
Whisky Magazine Index
For your pleasure
Jonny McCormick encourages you to\rdelve into your private collection.
By
Jonny McCormick
Rob Allanson
Welcome to Whisky Magazine
Joe Bates
Capital offers
Joe Bates heads to Edinburgh airport to find a new whisky offer
Dave Broom
Joyful order
Dave Broom talks to one of the pioneers of an innovative electronic/guitar blend of music...
Jefferson Chase
American Gothic
Jefferson Chase looks at another whiskey laden tome
Davin de Kergommeaux
A sense of determination
Davin de Kergommeaux undertakes the great Western Canadian distillery challenge
Tim Forbes
New Digital Emperors
Tim Forbes has worked for The Whisky Exchange since 2003 and looks after the company's...
Iorweth Griffiths
Leading the revolution
Iorweth Griffiths meets the man who helped Irish Whisky in to the limelight
Jonny McCormick
For your pleasure
Jonny McCormick encourages you to\rdelve into your private collection.
Martine Nouet
Speyside delights
Martine Nouet looks back at 10 years of Aberlour whisky dinners at the Spirit of...
Neil Ridley
Prodigal sons
For the past few years London's Nu-Folk scene has been quietly bristling away in the...
Dominic Roskrow
Bourbon tastes
Spent any time in Kentucky and you'll soon come across Jeff and Ann McMichael. Dominic...
Gavin D. Smith
Not backing down
Gavin D. Smith visits Ailsa Bay, the Grant family's new kid on the block
Ian Wisniewski
Developing character
Ian Wisniewski asks what role does yeast play during fermentation, and how influential can this...
Blair Athol
Limited Edition
ABV
55.8%
Comments:
Not spectacular but a solid and enjoyable malt and a pleasantambassador for a distillery which rarely gets the limelight.
Overall score
7.5
Caol Ila
25 Years Old
ABV
43%
Comments:
Great nose but a little dry on the tongue.
Overall score
8.1
Duncan Taylor Rare Auld
1975, 35 Years Old
ABV
52.7%
Comments:
This distillery has always been capable of greatness. Maybe this will kick-start a comeback under the new (ish) owners.
Overall score
8.5
Glenallachie
35 Years Old
ABV
46.9%
Comments:
Big cask influence on a pretty light whisky. Interesting, but only forsherry nuts.
Overall score
8.5
Glencadam
12 Years Old Portwood
ABV
46%
Comments:
I'm a fan of Glencadam, but not this time.
Overall score
7.4
Glencadam
14 Years Old Sherrywood
ABV
46%
Comments:
On the surface all smiles and amenability but like a David Lynch filmthere's darkness lurking underneath.
Overall score
7.9
Glenkinchie
Limited Edition
ABV
59.3%
Comments:
Unbalanced.
Overall score
7.4
Glenmorangie
Finealta
ABV
46%
Comments:
Really? Wouldn't have called that. Those holiday taste buds again. A bit ofa radical departure for Glenmorangie, but an exciting one.
Overall score
8.3
Lagavulin
Limited Edition 2010
ABV
52.5%
Comments:
If you're a sucker for rich fruity peated whisky this won'tdisappoint you.
Overall score
9.1
Oban
Limited Edition
ABV
55.2%
Comments:
Gets there in the end but you have to work for it.
Overall score
7.7
Proof Whisky
Two Grains, Rye & Wheat
ABV
42%
Comments:
Don't think this is quite there yet. Possibly more ageing would help knitthings together more.
Overall score
6.0
Speciality Drinks
Lg2 (Lagavulin)
ABV
57%
Comments:
Vibrant and full of character. Best neat.
Overall score
8.3
The BenRiach
17 Years Old 1993 Burgundy Wood
ABV
46%
Comments:
This is like batting against a team with four fast bowlers. It's relentless. A tangy taste sensation, sure, but the jury's out as to whether the malt's beenenhanced by the finish.
Overall score
7.4
The BenRiach
16 Years Old 1993 Claret Wood
ABV
46%
Comments:
Pleasant, but the burnt wood knocks it back.
Overall score
7.4
The BenRiach
17 Years Old 1992 Rioja Wood
ABV
46%
Comments:
Slightly over-active finishing cask has had a negative effect.
Overall score
7.4
The Glendronach
15 Years Old 1995 Moscatel
ABV
46%
Comments:
Soft and easy -and sweet -but all in all a little bland.
Overall score
8.1
The Glendronach
20 Years Old Tawny Port
ABV
46%
Comments:
Again complex and involved but in this case, confusing.
Overall score
7.9
The Glendronach
14 Years Old Virgin Oak
ABV
46%
Comments:
Full and rich.
Overall score
8.1
The Octave
1969, 40 Years Old
ABV
45.8%
Comments:
A stylish combination of two distinctive Glenrothes styles: red berries and zesty grapefruit.
Overall score
9.0
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