Johnnie Walker Red Rye Finish is the first release, back in 2016, of Johnnie Walker Blenders’s Batch range -A series of new, innovative and experimental whiskies, pushing the boundaries on what whisky is supposed to taste like. NOSE Caramel apples, Christmas spices and toasted almond that lingers on. PALATE Oaths, drysing spices, honey and orangeContinue reading “Johnnie Walker Blenders’ Batch – Red Rye Finish”
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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”
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The story of the Spaniard by Compassbox
A sumptuous malt whisky blend, showcasing whiskies aged in Spanish wine casks. The name is a nod to their founder’s chance encounter with a man in the South of Spain, where he was introduced to Sherry for the first time. Years later, John, the founder, was reacquainted with Sherry through whiskies aged in former SherryContinue reading “The story of the Spaniard by Compassbox”
Flaming Heart by CompassBox
Another great whisky from my beloved Compassbox. First released in 2006, Flaming Heart was the first whisky to combine the rich, complex spice of Scotch aged in new French oak with the evocative peat-red smoke of Islay malt. It created a genre-defying style that was smouldering, spicy, complex – and so popular that Compassbox re-releasedContinue reading “Flaming Heart by CompassBox”
Glenfiddich 21 Years Old
Scotland. The Caribbean. Patiently matured for 21 years, this traditional Speyside whisky is rich and ripe with the Glenfiddich signature notes. Malt Master, Brian Kinsman, hand picks selected barrels and adds a sublime finishing touch. By finishing this 21 Year Old in Caribbean rum casks it awakens the liquid, rousing it with extra exotic notesContinue reading “Glenfiddich 21 Years Old”
Glenfiddich 12 year old
Glenfiddich; the valley of the deer is the birthplace of this exceptional dram. It was some 20 years ago that I tried it for the first time and I loved it immediately. Very affordable for what it offers. A whisky worth trying, sharing and savouring for special moments. NOSE Distinctively fresh and fruity with aContinue reading “Glenfiddich 12 year old”
Teacher’s Highland Cream
Legend has it that William Teacher considered this blend pure perfection and thus gave it its name. The fingerprint single malt whisky is from the Ardmore distillery. NOSE Fruity, malty aromas. Just a hint of peat smoke with a good dollop of gooey toffee. PALATE Soft smoke, barley malt and manuka honey. Hints of Malt-drivenContinue reading “Teacher’s Highland Cream”
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”
Hedonism by Compassbox
Silky smooth whiskey with a tiny bit of bourbon creaminess. There is vanilla in the nose, liquor elements, even strawberry. The palate has a bit of pistachio, toffee and cocoa. The finish is peppery and rather smoky. A whisky definitely worth it’s money and a great entry to the whisky world for anyone interested. Moreover,Continue reading “Hedonism by Compassbox”
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