Scotch

Category: Scotch

May 18, 2021

Whisky Sponge Edition No 27 Islay 1992

While not the most impressive Islay that I have ever drank, it is safe to say that this bottle could be a worthwhile purchase for some that want to create a bench of some well-aged spirits. In terms of the bottle’s origins, there are indeed some trademark Laphroaig elements present throughout the tasting.

May 15, 2021

Aberlour 12 Year Old Bourbon and Sherry Matured

I’ll be tasting two Aberlour whiskies from different cask types. One is ex-bourbon barrel, the other ex-sherry butt.

May 14, 2021

Ardbeg Wee Beastie vs Laphroaig Quarter Cask

The newcomer easily wins this comparison as it’s still better in terms of quality and price point.

May 13, 2021

The Single Malts of Scotland Glenburgie 1998

If you’ve not had Glenburgie before, this isn’t the place to start. If you’re like me, though, and love the style: the price may be well worth it.

May 11, 2021

Caol Ila 2018 Feis Isle

This is everything I want in sub-30-year-old Caol Ila. Cask strength? Check. Beach barbeque-y? Check. Viscous? Check. Lengthy and memorable finish? Check.

May 7, 2021

COVID-19: A Tale of Three Whiskies

In the name of experimentation, as a way to kick-start a conversation, and as a way of talking about something that frankly occupies my mind quite a bit, here’s a before-and-after-COVID-19 review of three whiskies.

May 6, 2021

A.D. Rattray North British 25 Year Old

Today I am reviewing a 25 year old grain whisky bottled by A.D. Rattray. When I first sampled it, I thought, “Wow, this is quite delicate,” and I like that in whiskies.

May 3, 2021

North Star Mannochmore 12

I have tried several different bottlings from North Star and have yet to be disappointed. Less than £50 for cask strength single malt whisky with a 12-year age statement is pretty fantastic in my book.

May 2, 2021

Singleton of Dufftown 12 Years Old vs Old Malt Cask Glendullan 17 Years Old

Diageo’s Singleton is a brand that doesn’t get much love from Malt… or me. Out of our numerous contributors, only two of them have decided to write about the brand.

May 1, 2021

Glen Scotia 18 Years Old

For those unable to locate Springbank and Kilkerran whiskeys (or unwilling to undergo the exertions necessary to secure them), this Glen Scotia should occupy the place reserved for Campbeltown malts in a home bar.

April 30, 2021

Holyrood Revisited

It is hard for me to envisage how this will turn out in a few years’ time, but it’s definitely a good start to the journey, and I’m excited to see how it fares as it matures.

April 26, 2021

Fettercairn Warehouse 2 Batch 001

As long as Fettercairn continues on its current positive trajectory, then the whisky itself should be an enjoyable treat… if you actually manage to get your hands on it.

April 24, 2021

GlenDronach 8 The Hielan’

Only time will tell what is going to happen next at GlenDronach. Will a Benriach-style rebranding be on the horizon, as well as a revamp of the core range?

April 22, 2021

Old Perth and Mac-Talla

Today I am reviewing whiskies sent to both Jason and I through James at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers. Formerly known as Morrison & Mackay, they underwent another rebranding in October 2020.

April 20, 2021

Signatory Vintage Glenlossie 2007

I hope novice drinkers don’t make the same mistake as I did and get stuck thinking there is only one style of whisky for you. There is an entire kaleidoscope of smell and taste to be explored.

April 19, 2021

Taken for granted?

A Dewar’s 15 and Maker’s Mark.

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April 17, 2021

Warning! Compulsive Content

For some time now I have been flummoxed at auction prices for limited releases. Who pays £1,800 for something that was just £75 18 months..

April 16, 2021

Tormore, Edradour, and Ballechin

These are single malts I struggled to acquire after I joined the Malt team back in late 2019, so I’d like to dedicate this review to the Malt writers who reignited my interest in Scotch.

April 13, 2021

Laphroaig Highgrove

I really wish someone can point out what makes this Highgrove so different from contemporary Laphroaigs.

April 11, 2021

A trio from Edradour

A return to Pitlochry’s finest.