Auchentoshan 12 is a soft, triple-distilled Lowland single malt designed with approachability in mind. This review explores its light, floral character, gentle sweetness, and whether it delivers enough depth for beginners discovering Scotch whisky for the first time.
Rich, confident, and quietly assured, the GlenAllachie 12 Year Old is a Speyside single malt built on balance rather than bravado. Bottled at 46% ABV with no chill-filtration and no added colour, it showcases thoughtful cask management and a distillery reborn with purpose. This GlenAllachie 12 Review explores the whisky’s story, flavour profile, and why it has become one of the most dependable sherried single malts in its class.
Sherry casks are among the most influential — and most misunderstood — parts of Scotch whisky maturation. The idea of “old sherry wood” often conjures romantic images of ancient solera barrels and historic Spanish bodegas, but the modern reality is more complex. This Dram1 Whisky Academy cornerstone guide explains how sherry casks first became central to Scotch through transport casks, how the phylloxera plague and export rules changed everything, and why today’s sherry casks are typically seasoned specifically for whisky. You’ll learn the difference between seasoned and solera casks, how European and American oak behave, and how sherry styles such as Oloroso, Pedro Ximénez (PX), Amontillado, and Palo Cortado influence flavour. We also unpack a key modern truth: demand for sherry casks now often exceeds demand for drinking sherry, meaning much of the liquid used for seasoning is produced for the whisky industry and frequently diverted into vinegar or industrial use after it’s done its job.
An in-depth distillery spotlight on Buffalo Trace, covering its rich history, production philosophy, legendary bourbon portfolio, and enduring impact on American whiskey.
Crown Royal is a smooth, elegant Canadian whisky created for a royal visit, offering soft citrus, gentle spice, and an easy-drinking profile built for balance.
Glenmorangie 12 The Original is a gentle, fruit-forward Highland single malt designed to welcome new drinkers into Scotch whisky, now aged two years longer without a price increase.
A detailed review of Bulleit Rye Whiskey, exploring its spice-forward profile, soft sweetness, and approachable character. From nose to finish, this American straight rye proves why it remains a popular gateway into rye whiskey.
From Two Dreamers to a Global Obsession There was a time—not all that long ago—when Japanese whisky sat quietly on the shelf. Appreciated by those in the know, respected by bartenders, but rarely fought over. Fast forward to today and
Cley Canasta is a bold, dessert-driven Dutch single malt from Cley Distillery, finished in Canasta casks for a burst of cherry syrup, strawberry compote, espresso and cacao. With Cley’s new distillery location set to open soon, this dram feels like a delicious preview of one of the most promising whisky producers in the Netherlands.
Built on conviction rather than inherited legacy, Kilchoman Distillery has redefined modern Islay whisky. From barley grown on its own farm to whisky bottled on the island, Kilchoman’s farm-to-glass approach delivers peated Scotch whisky with authenticity, balance and unmistakable coastal character.
