Tag: Whisky Reviews
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Nc’nean STR Red-Wine and Oloroso Casks – Whisky52 No.14 Whisky
Whisky52 is offering a new bottle of Nc’nean whisky, available for just the delivery fee using the code “BARRON”. This non-chill filtered whisky has a strong 47% ABV and features flavors of fruit cake and spices. It’s praised for its sustainability and unique cask maturation, making it a must-try.
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Cask Na Nollaig – Curious Whiskies Islay Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask Na Nollaig is a unique Islay blended malt whisky inspired by Christmas, aged in pure port casks. With a rich character and warmth, it features coastal aromas and smoky flavors, including deep-fried seaweed and fruit notes. At 46% ABV, it offers a sweet, fruity punch, perfect for winter gatherings.
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Ardbeg Smokiverse The Ultimate Islay Single Malt Whisky
Ardbeg Eureka, created to mark the 25th anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee, features a complex blend of whiskies aged in Pedro Ximénez sherry and bourbon casks. The whisky boasts flavors of citrus, chocolate, and smoke, culminating in a rich finish. Its high ABV of 52.2% enhances its character and depth.
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The Balvenie 21 Year Old The Second Red Rose Whisky
The Balvenie 21 Year Old The Second Red Rose is a distinguished single malt Scotch whisky matured for 21 years in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in Australian Shiraz casks. It features flavors of red fruits, chocolate, and gingerbread, inspired by the romantic legend of Margaret Douglas and Balvenie Castle’s heritage.
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Ardbeg Eureka! (Committee Release) Islay Single Malt Whisky
Ardbeg Eureka, created to mark the 25th anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee, features a complex blend of whiskies aged in Pedro Ximénez sherry and bourbon casks. The whisky boasts flavors of citrus, chocolate, and smoke, culminating in a rich finish. Its high ABV of 52.2% enhances its character and depth.
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Bunnahabhain 21 Year Old Cask Strength 2024 Edition Whisky
The Bunnahabhain 21 Year Old Cask Strength 2024 Edition is a natural, unfiltered whisky offering a rich profile with notes of treacle, chocolate, and spices. Aged 21 years at cask strength, it showcases complexity and authenticity from this Islay distillery. Although priced high, it provides a bold sherry bomb experience.
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Lochlea 6 Year Old Whisky
The Lochlea 6 Year Old Whisky, matured in a blend of bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, offers a rich profile with notes of chocolate, caramel, and dark fruit. Compared to its 5-year counterpart, it presents a sweeter, maltier flavor and a diverse character, celebrating the distillery’s six years of craft.
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Scallywag The Winter Edition 2024 – Orange Wine Cask Finish Whisky
Douglas Laing’s Scallywag Winter Edition 2024 is a limited-edition blended malt whisky, crafted from notable Speyside distilleries and finished in ex-Orange Wine casks. With rich notes of chocolate orange and spices, it’s bottled at 53.9% ABV, non-chillfiltered, ideal for cozy winter evenings. Only 600 bottles available worldwide.
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Shoulders of Giants – Bimber: Sax – The Inventor Whisky 58.3% abv
The Shoulders of Giants – Bimber: Sax – The Inventor is a single malt whisky aged in a Pedro Ximénez cask, offering rich flavors of chocolate, fruit, and spices. This limited release celebrates Adolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone, showcasing Bimber’s commitment to innovative whisky craftsmanship. Bottled at cask strength and unfiltered.
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Shoulders of Giants – Bimber: Ludwig – The Composer Whisky 58.7% abv
The “Shoulders of Giants – Bimber: Ludwig – The Composer” is a Germany-exclusive whisky tribute to Beethoven, featuring a complex flavor profile with notes of fruit and spice. Matured in a single ex-bourbon cask, this expression highlights Bimber’s craftsmanship and traditional methods, offering a sweet and intense experience. Sláinte!
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