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DRAM1 Awards Panel Edition The Coperies Single Malt continues to build momentum for continental European whisky, offering an accessible profile shaped by modern distillation techniques and a thoughtful cask strategy. This review is informed by more than 100 tasting responses from the DRAM1 […]
DRAM1 Panel Members Teeling Small Batch Review This review of the Teeling Small Batch is inspired by the combined tasting notes of the panel members of the Dram1.com Awards. Instead of relying on a single palate, this write-up reflects the
The Bruichladdich 16 Year Old Organic Barley is a rich, dessert-forward dram that highlights the distillery’s commitment to organic farming and terroir. A beautifully balanced whisky full of jammy, chocolatey notes and a long, indulgent finish.
Blanton’s Original and Blanton’s Gold face off in a full single-barrel bourbon showdown. We explore their tasting notes, strengths, weaknesses, and what makes each expression unique—plus why every barrel tastes a little different. Whether you’re chasing power, complexity, or classic Buffalo Trace character, this versus review shows exactly how these two iconic bourbons compare.
The Edradour 10 PX Small Batch is a dense, decadent sherry bomb overflowing with dark chocolate, dried fruits and warming holiday spice. Matured in Pedro Ximénez casks, this rich 10-year-old dram is tailor-made for winter nights, offering a velvety palate, long finish and indulgent dessert-like depth. A must-try for fans of bold, sherry-driven whisky.
A bold and smoky look at Living Souls’ 99 & 1 release, a hidden gem that drinks like 18-year-old Ledaig for a fraction of the price.
Looking for an in-depth Arran Amarone Cask Review? This richly detailed guide explores how Arran’s vibrant island spirit meets the lush, fruit-driven influence of Amarone wine casks. With tasting notes full of figs, honey, chocolate, and spice, this whisky offers a bold and indulgent experience for fans of wine-finished malts. Perfect for anyone searching for Arran Amarone tasting notes or deciding whether this dram is worth the hype.
The Thalassa Whisky Benrinnes 9 Year Old brings together the distillery’s iconic weighty spirit and the ocean-born influence of Dynamic Ageing. Matured in an ex-rum cask and bottled at 55.3%, it delivers deep, dessert-driven flavours and surprising complexity for its age. A powerful, indulgent Speyside adventure.
The Macallan Night on Earth First Light continues the distillery’s tradition of beautifully packaged seasonal releases—but while the presentation is striking, the real story lies in the liquid inside. This edition delivers an exceptional nose filled with gingerbread cookies, amarena cherries, and warm vanilla custard, though the palate and finish don’t fully match the same level of complexity. In this dram1.com review, we break down the full tasting experience, food pairings, and whether this festive release is worth adding to your collection.
Ironroot Republic has become one of the most exciting names in American whiskey, and few bottles show their range better than Harbinger and the European-exclusive Assemblage Rye. In this versus review, I break down both whiskies with full tasting notes, food pairings, and the story behind the legendary “iron roots” that saved Europe’s vineyards. Two bottles, one distillery, and a whole lot of Texas character.
