Whisky Reviews

Here you'll find honest opinions, thoughtful analysis and the occasional disagreement, because no two palates are quite the same. We review widely, score reluctantly and remain convinced that whisky is far more interesting than the numbers attached to it.

Agreement is optional; curiosity is encouraged.

Dougie Crystal 20/03/2025 Dougie Crystal 20/03/2025

Lindores The Fife Exclusive

Doog discovers that Lindores has finally cracked the code on Single Malt with this vibrant, neon-red, Fife Festival Exclusive Tawny Port Single Cask.

Wally Macaulay 22/12/2023 Wally Macaulay 22/12/2023

Port Askaig Cask Strength

A team review is required around a new take on Elixir’s Port Askaig series and their first Cask Strength Small Batch. Wally leads with a deep dive into why we’re not drinking enough. Apparently.

Dougie Crystal 26/05/2023 Dougie Crystal 26/05/2023

Ardnamurchan My Name’5 Doddie

Dougie tackles two Ardnamurchan releases with an emotional perspective on Doddie Weir and his legacy. Hankies at the ready.

Broddy Balfour 19/05/2023 Broddy Balfour 19/05/2023

G&M Connoisseur’s Choice Quartet

Paying tribute to one of scotch whisky’s original indie bottlers, the consistent Gordon & MacPhail, Broddy uncovers four bangers and attempts to explain why he thinks that’s so easily possible.