wet, watery, bold
An oily, industrial Springbank with diesel, cereal, saline notes, bitter orange peel and subtle peat smoke, though it falls short of the reviewer's high…
Very pleasing and captivating, with crisp lemon, sweet malt, oily texture, gentle smoke, pepper, and a softening touch of water that draws out fruitiness.
A raw, vividly bitter whisky of barley, mustard, lime zest and wild apples, with a striking plaster-and-grass-juice character the reviewer loves.
Distinctive and charming, with ripe apples, peppered walnuts, fir needles and currants, leading to a long, dry, bitter finish reminiscent of the best amaros.
A deeply Oloroso-influenced, unpeated whisky with dark fruits, chocolate, coffee and savoury spice, already nicely balanced despite its cask-driven character.
One of the richest bottlings I’ve had lately, packed with dates, plum jam, roasted nuts, tobacco and chocolate sweetness.
A rounder Campbeltown malt with stewed apples, peaches, coastal salinity and a hint of dry smoke, offering a comfortable rather than challenging dram.
A bright, fresh and fruity whisky with green apples and peaches, leading to a particularly creamy, rounded palate with vanilla, marshmallow and milk chocolate.
A fine Arran with bright fruits, honey and toasted notes, though the oak is slightly too present and the reviewer prefers the fresher 10-year-old.
Vibrant lemon and lime juice, pristine smoke, brine and a mentholated edge make this an excellent, perfectly balanced Caol Ila.
Vibrant, sweet and peppery, with pleasant fruitiness balanced by mineral, herbal and grassy notes, leading to a long, lemony and gingery finish.
Crystalline Highland Park with zesty citrus, brine, chalk and green apple, delivering a lively, austere profile that is totally on point.
A bitter lemon soda in whisky form: grassy, green-fruited and refreshingly different, though its austerity and bitterness may limit its appeal.
A great bottling, balancing vibrant fruitiness with darker sherry influences, plus lingering coffee, tobacco, dark cocoa and oak spice.
Textbook Torabhaig: precise coastal smoke, sea spray, olive brine and anchovies, with an oily mouthfeel and a savory, nutty finish.
A wonderful waxy texture carries yellow fruits and cereals, while added citrus, diesel, plaster and honey make this an impressive, Clynelish-like whisky.
Impressive maritime notes and peppery kicks after so many years, with a nice waxy and fruity echo.
