Dram Review: Waterford Ballykilcavan Edition 1.1

[50.0%・3 Years Old・Distilled in 2016・Bottled in 2020・Official Bottling ・Limited Release of 8,640 Bottles] Nose: Unfortunately not quite enough cask impact, which is obviously a problem for a barely legal whisky, Feels rather rawer and dirtier than the Bannow Island Edition 1.1 with minerals, wee green fruits and burnt toast. Palate & Finish: Burnt toffee, some…

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Dram Review: Waterford Bannow Island Edition 1.1

[50.0%・3 Years Old・Distilled in 2016・Bottled in 2020・Official Bottling ・Limited Release of 8,616 Bottles] Nose: Umm, surprisingly muted, new make, hint of cardboard, plastic as well, some green mangos, certainly some citrus to it. Palate & Finish: Alcohol new make, oily and somewhat sugary, wee brushes of fruitiness and grassiness from the spirit. Some more fresh…

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