A surprisingly successful “rosé whisky,” balancing raspberries, redcurrants, pepper and artichoke with a long, tart finish of aubergine, blackcurrant and blood…
An absolute killer, with rich mushroom and leek broth, growing umami, orange marmalade, and an extraordinary candied-pear finish.
A rich, well-defined whisky with orange cakes and chocolate, followed by peppered chocolate, toasted buckwheat, and a lovely, long, spicy finish.
An unusually savory dram, bursting with nutmeg, coffee dregs, chickpeas and dried ceps, followed by a very long, spicy and salty finish.
A fun, experimental whisky with lovely citrus notes, but excessive woodiness dominates the palate and makes its character rather puzzling.
A brilliant young Clynelish: fresh, waxy and citrusy, with earthy fruits, a salty touch and a slightly floral finish.
Fruity and vanilla-driven with pear, mandarin and pollen, it turns earthier, sharper and livelier on the palate, finishing rooty, powerful and peppery.
A powerful, waxy whisky filled with tart fruits, salted lemon and briny mandarins, finishing long and saltier than most Clynelish.
A tart, vibrant whisky with bright citrus, floral bergamot and orange blossom, finishing with green tea, elderflower tonic and a light bitter edge.
Oily, waxy fruits lead to pineapple, honey and lemon soda, but soapy, resinous and floral notes ultimately make this a poor fit for the reviewer’s palate.
A rich, darker and sweeter take on the classic bright bourbonny style, packed with dried fruit, honey, chocolate and toffee, though a winey edge slightly…
Daftmill / Dufftown / Old Orkney Relics (Decadent Drinks)
Daftmill / Dufftown / Old Orkney Relics (Decadent Drinks)
Daftmill / Dufftown / Old Orkney Relics (Decadent Drinks)
A pleasant, rounded whisky where red Bordeaux casks work surprisingly well, bringing chilli, bitter orange, pepper and tomato leaf.
Rich and spicy, with peppery raisins and fortified-wine richness, though tomato, leaves and grape-stalk bitterness keep it from feeling truly elegant.
The nose is better than the palate, which feels a little young and pumped up with sherry, but it remains a very good whisky.
