Dràm Mòr 2024 Outturn
Two years on from his Indie Bottler feature, Earie sips through four from the recent Dràm Mòr Summer outturn and wonders how much has changed.
Glen Garioch 11yo Amontillado
After we were treated to Dougie’s Campbeltown trips in our feature section, he reviews one of the Cadenhead’s Warehouse bottles he snagged. Yep, it’s a Garioch and he’s in love.
Ardbeg 10yo
In a solemn and stark debut piece, Nick Fleming reflects on the need for spirits that instinctively fit a moment, even when those moments are challenging.
Glenturret Triple Wood
Excited by whisky exploration, Paisley loves a distillery visit. In the bling of Glenturret’s swanky new VC, she picks up the Triple Wood. But how does it fare back in her less-glitzy Glasgow flat?
Bruichladdich Laddie Ten
Logan reflects on 20 years of whisky love and barely recognises who it’s become. This 2013 Bruichladdich Laddie Ten however offers a glimmer of hope to rekindle whisky romance.
Talisker 2023 Special Release
Broddy steps back to re-evaluate his appreciation of Talisker. This NAS beast brings loads of strawberry and raspberry jam. Along the way he further cements his love for Port finishes.
Dailuaine 12yo
Confessions of being a sherry-cask matured fanboy doesn’t stop Drummond exploring other profiles. At £55 and 50% ABV, will this great value Dailuaine from Thompson Bros - and a a bourbon cask - grab his attention?
Imperial 24yo
Ever wondered about the Angel’s Share? What it actually is and what it does to whisky? Well, inspired by a cask strength 24yo Imperial at 42.9%, Tyree goes full nutty professor on us to share all.
Chivas Regal 12yo
A tale of a Canadian wedding with zero whisky expectations turns out an antique Chivas experience for Broddy and his travelling family, but what’s the vintage?
Wild Turkey Rare Breed
Trying hard to entertain and lead all his curious whisky friends, Ogilvie hits a challenge. One of ‘em is a particular sort who needs big and bold, preferably something that’s founded upon a ‘mashbill’. He gives in and serves up a cracker.
Wild Turkey 101
The summer heat has Hamish looking for things to mix and throw over ice without anxiety or loss of flavour. In this crazy-good value Wild Turkey 101, he thinks he’s found it.
A Tour of Islay
A whisky reviewed from each currently operating Islay distillery with a commercial release
Lindores - Casks of Lindores
Interesting to explore the components. Needs more grip to excite.
Shackleton
An approachable, easily attainable and flexible blended malt that shows flashes of charm and character.