Ardbeg Eureka
Eureka! I think that’s what many an Ardbeg fan must have exclaimed when this bottle was first announced. And that’s not just because of the name on the bottle. It has everything to do with the price. Ardbeg’s committee releases […]
Tasting Notes
Akkeshi Claude x Salud
When you know that it was Keiichi Toita’s dream to create an Islay style whisky, made in Japan… You’ll know he must have been happy with this dram! The Akkeshi Claude x Salud Friendship Cask is a single cask bottling
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Paloma Caol Ila 12
Today I’ll be reviewing the Paloma Caol Ila 12. A bottling by Goldfinch Whisky Merchants, finished in Palo Cortado Sherry Casks with a healthy ABV of 52%. In the world of Sherry Finishes, Palo Cortado is something special. Palo Cortado
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Thalassa Ardbeg PX
Since I started my whisky journey I’ve been lucky enough to have some amazing experiences. Beautiful experiences in the glass, and everything surrounding our beloved dram. From distillery trips, to whisky dinners. But the one experience that still sits at
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Menage a Mesquite
Getting back on track with my whisky reviews a bit, I could never be too long before two of my great whisky loves would pass the revue again. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and peated whisky from Islay! Today we’ll
Fontagard Single Malt
Over the last couple of years of whisky hype we’ve not only seen many more distilleries pop-up in the traditional “Big Five” whisky countries (Scotland, Ireland, U.S.A, Canada & Japan) but also the emergency of many “New World” whiskies. With
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Compass Box Crimson Casks
I still remember falling head over heels in love with Compass Box whisky at the start of my whisky journey. Not just because they make some absolutely stellar drams, but largely because of John Glaser his almost rebellious view of
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Glenmorangie Signet
Some whiskies are made for tasting—others for celebrating life’s biggest milestones. In this Glenmorangie Signet review, I revisit a bottle opened to mark the birth of my son and explore its rich layers of chocolate, spice, red fruit, and luxurious depth. A beautifully balanced dram that more than earns its premium reputation.
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Daftmill 2011 Summer Batch
It’s been a while my friends! One week ago I’ve become a dad for the first time and obviously my time was spent elsewhere. But I’m back with a whole lot of insipiration! So, let’s kick things off with a
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Port Ellen XOP 40
Douglas Laing bottled this stunning Port Ellen XOP 40 year old in honour of their 75th anniversary. The stuff of legends!