Lagavulin 16 year old Whisky Review
If you know about peaty whisky, the name “Lagavulin 16 year old” is bound to cross your path. This single malt whisky has become a cult classic, often serving as the measuring stick for Islay peatiness.
Rating: Very Good
Whisky of the Week review and tasting notes for whisky I rated Very Good. When the dram is enjoyable and memorable, and we don’t mind having another glass later in the week. This is bottles I might use for cocktails and the occasional afternoon sipper. Rating: Very Good
Glenmorangie 19 year old Whisky
Let’s start this month on a high note with a closer look at the Glenmorangie 19 year old single malt Scotch whisky. First released to travel retail in 2017, this long-matured expression sits firmly in the premium end of Glenmorangie’s lineup, promising complexity, finesse, and two decades of patient Highland ageing.
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Johnnie Walker Swing Blended Whisky
This week I try another blend, one in a unique bottle, the Johnnie Walker Swing blended Scotch whisky. Johnnie Walker is owned by Diageo and originated in Kilmarnock, Scotland. It is the most widely distributed Scottish blended whisky brand in the world.
Laphroaig Select Whisky Review
Over the holidays I cracked open a bottle of Laphroaig Select single malt Scotch whisky. Created around 2010, this expression takes classic Laphroaig DNA, peated spirit matured in ex-bourbon barrels, and blends it with whisky that has spent time in a variety of other casks.
Talisker Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky
I love the Talisker 10 year old whisky. It is one of those drams I would happily take to a desert island with me. It is smooth, smoky, comforting and incredibly drinkable. Few whiskies manage to balance coastal character, peat smoke and sweetness as well as Talisker does. However, there is more to this famous Island distillery than its flagship expression, so today I am exploring the Talisker Skye single malt Scotch whisky.Read More »Talisker Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Dimple Pinch 15 year old Whisky
It is no secret that my dad loved whisky, especially blended whiskey. My mom always bought him a Chivas 12 year old whisky for his birthday. But for special celebrations and anniversaries, she purchased his favourite favourite, the Dimple Pinch 15 year old blended Scotch whisky.