Angel’s Envy Releases Cask Strength Bourbon
Angel’s Envy has issued forth their newest release of Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Bourbon – the 13th edition of the series – with the 2024 version finished with two types of Port wine casks [ruby and tawny Port]. Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Bourbon was finished in the aforementioned Port casks, then bottled at 59.4% alcohol […]
Scotch Whisky Distillers Feel Betrayed by UK Budget
In the Labour government’s budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced an increase in duty on alcohol in 2025 in line with the Retail Price Index. This applies to alcohol with more than 1.2% ABV sold in the UK. The increase has stirred the Scotch Whisky industry. Many members of the UK beverage industry have expressed anger […]
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Arizona High Spirits Whiskey
A little while ago I was contacted by a company called Arizona High Spirits. While it was the first time I heard of them, I gather that they are best known for their prickly pear (cactus) vodka and liqueur (which I shall search high and low for – sounds delicious!), though they also make a chilli flavored vodka, spiced rum, gin and, of course, whiskey! Now, the whiskey is a […]
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old
Having recently “rediscovered” Glenfiddich, I decided to make their standard 18 year old expression my drink of the day. Since I have a sneaking suspicion that I’m developing a cold, I also decided to make it my second drink of the day – just to be on the safe side. Rather than blabbering on in my usual fashion, I’m going to get straight to business with this review. My very […]
Buying whisky for investment
For your viewing pleasure this week-end a short video of Sukhinder Singh from The Whisky Exchange who talks about buying whisky as an investment. Apparently, the room they’re stood in holds the world’s largest collection of whisky. There’s yet another reason why I decided to share this video with you, watch it to find out 🙂
Sazerac Rye and my pick of the fringe
I’m really enjoying rye whiskey at the moment – much like pretty much everyone else, it would seem – and so was pleased when I was able to pick up a bottle of Sazerac Rye (though unfortunately it was merely the standard expression, and not the 25 year old 18 year old that scored a hefty 97.5 and taking the place as the world’s best whisk(e)y in Jim Murray’s 2009 Whisky […]
Islay Series #1: Bruichladdich Distillery
So, my dear readers, the time has come for me to go on, and on, and on about my recent trip to the magical mystery island of utterly fantastic splendidness that is: Islay! Yes, dear reader, I have finally made the pilgrimage to that most wonderful of places, the home of such outstanding whiskies as Ardbeg (which I visited), Bowmore (which I also visited, albeit briefly), Bunnahabhain (which I did […]
Brora 30 Year Old bot. 2007
If you are on a budget, I’d turn and run right now, before you get so intrigued as to find yourself unable to do anything but buy a bottle – or at least a glass (if you can find a bar that stocks it, which I doubt). The bottle that I’m taking a look at today doesn’t come cheap, you see, as it is currently selling around the $465 mark. […]
Whisky Cocktail: Bloody Scotsman
Bloody Mary is probably one of the most well-known and loved cocktails in the world – I certainly haven’t come across anyone who hasn’t heard of it, and most people who have tried it seem to take an instant liking to it. There is, however, a way to make it considerably better. Any guesses? Yeah, you got it, replace that most awful of spirits (Vodka, bleh!) with one most wonderful: […]
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old
What makes whisky so interesting, and at the same time daunting, is the sheer range of variations, flavors, brands and expressions gathered under its banner. Even if you have your daily glass as prescribed by any doctor worth the money, you can go a whole year without drinking the same drink twice. Not literally the same drink, of course – one would assume (hope, even) that you could go a […]
Manly Afternoon Tea
I’ve always loved afternoon tea – a classic selection of cakes and sandwiches, served with a cup of freshly brewed tea – but come to think of it, I suppose it is a bit of a ‘girly’ affair. Mini muffins, finger sandwiches, nothing that requires more than one bite and 3 chews to have done with, served with pretty little flowers crumbled up and soaked in hot water. Doesn’t sound […]
Knob Creek 9 Year Old
Knob Creek 9 Year Old is a bourbon that I had heard a lot about leading up to its winning of the Whisky Bible 2011 award on the various bourbon sites that I frequent. It has been lauded as one of the best bourbons in its price range and has received critical acclaim since it was first released. I was blessed enough to get a chance to try it at […]
Balblair 1989
Having previously tried, and quite enjoyed, the 1997 expression of Balblair, I decided to treat myself to a miniature bottle of the 1989 when I saw it at the shop the other day. It was the first time in quite a while that I purchased a miniature bottle, actually; I often find that I will drink them, enjoy them, and feel obliged to buy a full sized bottle – as […]
Live whisky tasting on Google+
Isn’t it magical, the way the Internet lets you find others who share interests with you so easily? Allows you to communicate with them with such ease? I for one love how you can always find other people who share your passion, how you can so easily discuss your views on this and that with them. So, it would seem, does Richard Paterson of Whyte & Mackay. If you happen […]
Old Crow
Nah ya’ll best be lihstnin’ right’n proper, ‘cuh I ain’t ‘bout tuh be sayin’ dis nahn tahms over. Okay so I’m no Stephen King when it comes to transferring American accents into written form, but who gives a darn. Anyway, what I won’t be saying over and over again is this (which just happens to be the perfect way to drink Old Crow): buy a copy of Stephen King’s The […]
Square Barrel (Aultmore 16 y.o.)
I recently came across Square Barrel whisky, a concept that was first developed in the 1850’s. The idea behind this most unusual barrel shape was to make the transport of whisky on board ships safer, which I would imagine it did, but the unfortunate consequence is of course that it will have been rather more difficult to move the barrels around (as any physicist or engineer will confirm for those […]
Very Old Barton
There are many reasons to extend your social network beyond the borders of your own country. It gives you the opportunity to experience new cultures, ways of life, delicious food and drink. Coincidentally, I’ve just had the last few drops that were left in my bottle of Very Old Barton bourbon and am now desperately seeking an American friend who could send me another bottle – unfortunately you can’t buy […]
Glenlossie 10 Year Old
Founded by John Duff, this Speyside distillery first opened its doors in 1876. Not exactly a newcomer to the scene, then, so how come you haven’t heard of it? Okay so that may be presumptuous, but a lot of people haven’t. This is largely because most of the whisky distilled goes into blends such as Haig, and what is released as a single malt hasn’t received much attention in whisky […]
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