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The Famous Grouse smoky black/ The Black Grouse

The Famous Grouse smoky black or the Black Grouse was first released in 2007 for the Swedish Market and is the peaty version of The Famous Grouse. They used fully matured Islay whisky, my guess is Caol Ila, and blended with the Famous Grouse. A very enjoyable scotch at an affordable price. NOSE: Peat notes,Continue reading “The Famous Grouse smoky black/ The Black Grouse”

Chivas Regal 25 years old

This is the original Chivas Regal blend. It was first released in 1909 and returned in 2007. In the 2010 whisky bible it was rated 95/100. NOSE Peach and Orange. A hint of nuts. PALATE Chocolate, fruits, oak FINISH Pleasantly long, chocolate and fruits Available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3slROvm

Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 years old

Chivas Royal Salute 21 is, quite probably, the crescendo of smoothness for blends at this price range. Smoothness in whisky is hard to explain properly. I believe smoothness is two things; The lack of overpowering sensations in your nose and palate when drinking it and that “oh, now I feel it!” thought that pops inContinue reading “Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 years old”

Chivas Regal “Gold Signature” 18 years old

Right in the middle of the Chivas Regal range you will find Chivas Regal “Gold Signature” 18 Year Old. It is the most popular of the band and is known for its dark chocolate, sherry, caramel and smoky flavor notes. NOSE: Marmalade, malt, dried fruits and dark chocolate. PALATE: Dark chocolate, oak, hints of orangeContinue reading “Chivas Regal “Gold Signature” 18 years old”

Chivas Regal XV

Chivas Regal CV is a blend released in 2018 that has matured for 15 years. Riding the wave of maturing in cognac casks Chivas Regal XV has a portion of it matured in cognac casks. It complements the Chivas range with a blend of refined, fruity and velvety flavours. NOSE: Orange/ Orange marmalade. Honey andContinue reading “Chivas Regal XV”

Chivas Regal 13 Sherry

“At Chivas we believe that blended is better – and nowhere is this more evident than with our new collection, which blends exceptional Scotch with a diverse, internationally-inspired palette of flavours.” Sandy Hyslop, Director of Blending at Chivas.No matter what you believe about blends, Chivas Regal is known for its great blends. This particular blendContinue reading “Chivas Regal 13 Sherry”

Chivas Regal 12 y Old

Chivas Regal! Gosh, I’ve been wanting to write about this speyside a long time now. For me, it’s a trip to the past. It was the first “premium” whisky, the “good one”. My father had it stored for special occasions; good friends visiting, a promotion, his favorite football team going in the finals. So IContinue reading “Chivas Regal 12 y Old”

Jim Beam Devil’s Cut

“When bourbon ages, a portion of the liquid evaporates through the barrel and up toward the heavens. Believed to be angels claiming their dues, this has been dubbed the “angel’s share.” Jim Beam Devil’s Cut is not that portion. Instead, it’s made from the liquid that gets trapped deep inside the wood of the barrel—theContinue reading “Jim Beam Devil’s Cut”

Jim Beam Rye

Jim Beam Rye Pre – Prohibition style is the old yellow – labeled Rye version bottled at 45% and a new green label. Nothing wrong with that, but I don’t see the reason behind the change. The bourbon itself is great value for money and pure gold for cocktails. Try it in a Manhattan. NOSE:Continue reading “Jim Beam Rye”

Tasting Notes: Spey – Royal Choice — whisky unplugged

In the whisky world, even Islay fans would agree that the Speyside region of Scotland – that is, the area that surrounds and sources the River Spey – is the Mecca of scotch. To operate a distillery that carries the name of the region therefore has a high bar to reach. The Speyside Distillery (as […]Continue reading “Tasting Notes: Spey – Royal Choice — whisky unplugged”