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”
Tag Archives: Peat
Lagavulin 16 years old
This whisky is aged in oak barrels for at least 16 years. It has the typical southern Islay peatiness and smokiness, however, it also offers a dryness; turning it into a very interesting drum. NOSE Intensely flavoured, peat smoke with iodine and seaweed. Also, a rich, deep sweetness. PALATE Dry peat smoke fills the palateContinue reading “Lagavulin 16 years old”
The Peat Monster by Compass Box
A peated blended whisky from the beloved Compass Box. This is not the peatiest or smokiest whisky you can find, not at all. Its value is the blending of kipper-like smokiness, fruity sweetness and spices. It is also non-chill filtered. My love for peatiness is well-known and this is in my top5, I recommend itContinue reading “The Peat Monster by Compass Box”
Ardbeg 10
Ardbeg is not a drink. Ardbeg is an experience. Ardbeg is Islay, is Scotland, is peat. You can’t have Ardbeg while you watch a movie. Ardbeg demands your attention… and earns it. No compromises, no shortcut. Ardbeg is the real deal. My current favourite whisky. 5/5. Buy it. Buy from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3bMPxl8 Ardbeg official site:Continue reading “Ardbeg 10”
Johnnie Walker Double Black
Smoky. This is what you get the moment you open a Johnnie double black. Your nose is filled with the aroma, the distinct flavour of this drink. The glass closes in your nostrils and with every passing second the flavour, the smokiness, and the oak become more and more intense. You taste it. You know,Continue reading “Johnnie Walker Double Black”
Whiskey Lovers 