Whisky Review: Belgrove “Wholly Shit” Rye Whisky

Style: Earthy, Grassy and Oaty Nose: Begins with an earthy agave tone, is this a tequila?! Damp clay, mineral notes, wet grass, icy cucumber gradually opening up to a sweet honey oat which shines through the middle. Dry spices, especially cloves, mixing in between, a cozy oatmeal underlayer to finish. Palate: Another tequila run, what’s…

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Dram Review: Belgrove Rye Smoke’n Barrel

[58.4%・NAS・Bottled in 2018・Official Bottling・Single Cask Release] Nose: Overtly ashy, much like the aftermath of a small bush fire; burnt plastic and burning manuka, extremely herbal and eucalyptus driven. Palate & Finish: Intensely sweet followed by an engulfing wave of ashes, Chinese herbs, eucalyptus and menthol. Earthy Muscovado with burnt plastic and dry spices. An earthy…

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