This past weekend, we went to a whisky tasting event, which we paid to attend, and stumbled upon Cotswolds Distillery—a brand I’d never heard of until then and boy, what a great discovery! Let’s dive in. Cotswolds Distillery is in the heart of the Cotswolds countryside and was founded in 2014 by Dan Szor, a…
Category: Single malt whisky
Tamnavulin Double Cask
This Double Cask marks my second encounter with Tamnavulin. Back in September, I explored their Sherry Cask edition—a delightful introduction to the brand. So how does this one measure up? Let’s dive in. A quick refresher on Tamnavulin: nestled in the foothills of the Cairngorm Mountains near the River Livet, this Speyside distillery began its…
Mackinlay’s Rare Old Highland Malt Whisky
At a recent event, I had the rare pleasure of tasting Mackinlay’s Rare Old Highland Malt Whisky — a remarkable recreation of the original whisky shipped to Antarctica in 1907 by the legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton. Crafted to honor that historic expedition, this whisky is both elusive and exceptionally high priced, making it a true…
Update: Highland Park Cask Strength Edition No. 1
On this brisk and blustery Columbus Day, I wanted to share a quick update on one of my longtime favorites — Highland Park Cask Strength Edition No. 1. After sitting proudly on our shelf since 2021, we’ve finally finished the bottle. So, the big question: Would we buy it again? Read on to find out….
Tamdhu 12-Year, 15-Year and 18-Year
I was genuinely excited to discover this sample pack, especially since I hadn’t explored this distillery much before. Priced at just $19.99, it included three expressions: a 12-Year, 15-Year, and 18-Year. The distillery, originally established in 1897, was unfortunately shuttered in 2010. Thankfully, Ian Macleod Distillers revived it in 2012, staying true to its heritage…
Jura Bourbon Cask
Curious about what happened to Jura Journey? It’s been replaced by Jura Bourbon Cask, a low-ABV expression that now serves as the gateway to the Jura range. But how does it measure up? Let’s dive in and find out. Nose: vanilla, coconut and light peat Palate: fruits, toffee, coconut and vanilla Finish: fruity with notes…
Tamnavulin Sherry Cask Edition
Happy first day of fall! My favorite season has officially arrived, and I’m kicking it off with a Single Malt Scotch that’s new to me—Tamnavulin Sherry Cask Edition. I recently attended a tasting event at Norfolk Wine and Spirits in Norfolk, MA, where this was one of the featured selections. So… was it any good?…
Update: Ardbeg Anthology 13 Year: The Harpy’s Tale
With the return of cooler weather, we finally polished off our bottle of Ardbeg Anthology 13 Year: The Harpy’s Tale—over a year after cracking it open. Would I buy it again? Read on for my thoughts, but first, let’s revisit the tasting notes. Nose: salt, peat and sweetnessPalate: smoke, woody, balsamic and light sweetnessFinish: smoke…
The Dalmore Select Edition 2006 | 18 Years
Dalmore has long been one of my favorite whisky brands, and a few months ago I had the pleasure of sampling the Dalmore Select Edition 2006. Released annually, this special edition captures the unique character of a particular year at the Dalmore distillery. The 2006 expression is aged for 18 years and matured in a…
Compass Box Nectarosity and Crimson Casks
As a devoted fan of Compass Box, I am excited to share my thoughts on two more intriguing expressions – Nectarosity and Crimson Casks. Let’s dive in! Nectarosity Nose: honey and fruit Palate: vanilla, toffee and fruit Finish: Sweet with hints of cinnamon and vanilla ABV: 46% Cost: $60 Crimson Casks Nose: spices, fruit and…
Father’s Day 2025 Whiskey Gift Guide
Father’s Day is just around the corner – less than two weeks away! If your dad enjoys a glass of whiskey, I’ve got you covered. Below is a curated list of whiskies I’ve personally tried and loved over the past year – prefer picks to make his day extra special. Reviews of these are either…
Update: The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Years
We’ve just finished our bottle of Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year, and it’s time to share our final thoughts. To be completely honest – no need to sugarcoat it – this is an outstanding whisky. Without hesitation, we’d absolutely buy again. Let’s revisit the tasting notes. Nose: fruit, toffee and sweetness Palate: creamy, vanilla, sweet,…
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