Whisky Review: The Yamazaki Puncheon

Thick fluffy peach-vanilla spiced with a quick spicy touch of pepper and cloves. Tender fragrance of honey milk soap diffusing in a heart warming fashion. Tight notes of orange zest, rather raw and bitter-ish at the back. A delicious blend of pineapple juice and vanilla cream! Fruitiness went into an aromatic burst, followed by soft…

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Whisky Review: The Glenlivet Single Cask Edition “Morinsh” 1999

Style: Fruity and Spicy Nose: Starts with signature green apple with thick coconut cream at the nose. Followed by young mangoes, lime and ginger to give rich fruitiness. A suggestive hint of timber wood and white pepper at the back. Palate: Smooth, sweet nectar flow at the first touch of palate, beautiful texture. Initial citrus-y…

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Whisky Review: SMWS 66.66 Ardmore “Ginger Makes Fred Smile”

Tasting Notes SMWS 66.66 Ardmore “Ginger Makes Fred Smile” ☆ [Recommended] Style: Ginger and Spicy Nose: Huge, dry notes at the front – Autumn leaves in early winter breeze, followed by a robust scent of vanilla yogurt, full cream milk with a swirl of honey and figs. Ginger spice kicks in with a hint of ashy peat…

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Whisky Review: Rosebank Aged 21 Years 

Tasting Notes: Rosebank Aged 21 Years ☆ [Recommended] Nose: Sweet apple frangipane tart surrounded by cloves and ginger at the nose. Strong bite of orange peel with pencil shavings brings out an extra floral touch of the dram. Very very powerful aroma, complex and enjoyable once you take a moment and cut through the strength. Palate:…

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Dram Review: Lark Limited Release 43%

[43.0% • Original Bottling • Bottled Circa 2012-2014 • No Age Statement • Limited Edition] Nose: The port is evident on the nose. You get a splash of spice and notes of fresh cucumber. Palate & Finish: Spicy at first, but then you get all these summer berries, fresh apples and vanilla grains. Incredible. Warming and…

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