About me? I am a Whisky Educator, Travel-Tourist and Blogger. I blog tasting notes about (mostly Scotch) beer and whisky at The Whiskyphiles. I keep progress of my travels via the Alfred Barnard Society. Based in Livingston, Scotland I do most of my dramming at the University of Edinburgh Water of Life Society and Scotch Malt Whisky Society.
Leading distiller, blender and bottler, Douglas Laing & Co, today announce the second ever limited edition release under their award-winning Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky brand: The Gauldrons Cask Strength Edition.
Of similar quality to The Irishman The Harvest expression but quite a different character, lacking that Pot Still spice and also complexity from both malt and mixed cask maturation resulting in something very enjoyable. 84/100
Fettercairn Distillery has announced the much anticipated fourth release of its hugely popular and sought-after Warehouse Collection, created by Master Whisky Maker Gregg Glass to celebrate the hidden gems within its 14 dunnage warehouses and to showcase a commitment to truly innovative and progressive maturation.
The seeds receive a hero’s welcome as they return to Earth following intergalactic testing at the International Space Station
Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky announces the release of a new travel retail exclusive – Talisker Surge.
Cask Strength Release No.3 celebrates the harmonious balance of traditional whisky-making and modern flavour exploration
Tamdhu Single Malt Scotch Whisky has released a limited-edition Single Cask expression to mark the brand’s 125th anniversary – specially selected by the Tamdhu ‘Dedication Society’.
Robust thanks to the Pot Still spices bestowed by green barley, vanilla from the Bourbon oak and biscuity malt notes also lead to an entertaining and complex dram for an entry-level price. 84/100
A new maritime whisky, inspired by the rich heritage of Scottish shipbuilding, has been launched by Inverclyde based Ardgowan Distillery.
Following strong interest from collectors around the world, The First Drop, a rare 1964 Single Grain Scotch Whisky from House of Hazelwood’s inaugural collection has sold out within weeks of launch.
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