Category: 8.7

  • Sullivan’s Cove Rare Small Batch Double Cask

    Overall Character: Floral, sweet and fruity. | Nose: Bouquet of flowers (potpourri), marmalade, honey, marzipan, along with mixed fruits. | Palate: Not as complex as the nose, but all the same notes, just toned down. | Finish: Long and fruity,… Continue reading "Sullivan’s Cove Rare Small Batch Double Cask"

    • Score8.7/10.0
    • Recommended ForSingle malt drinkers who have a little extra cash, and doubt the quality of world single malts. This will change your mind, though sadly it's a bit pricey, due to export/import taxes, etc.

  • Blood Oath – Pact 3

    Overall Character: Earthy tobacco and some fruits. | Nose : Anise, fruits and tobacco. Cherry cordial and mild fudge | Palate : Mild and earthy. Cocoa, spices, and mild tobacco. Some tangy fruits. | Finish : Long, fruity and spicy.… Continue reading "Blood Oath – Pact 3"

    • Score8.7/10.0
    • Recommended ForRare/Unusual whiskey drinkers, and anyone who wants a well-aged blend of bourbons. You can't go wrong, especially if you see it at a bar.

  • Blood Oath – Pact No. 9

    Overall Character: Dried fruits, tobacco and spicy cocoa | Nose: Sulphur, Aztec Chocolate, mild cedar, cinnamon and honey. | Palate: Dried fruits, some tobacco, more chocolate, honey and green tea. Some mild floral notes, too. | Finish: Medium-long spicy dried… Continue reading "Blood Oath – Pact No. 9"

    • Score8.7/10.0
    • Recommended ForIf you like rye, but want to try something more aged and elegant. It's a rare, but good combo of ex-sherry and bourbon casks.

  • Old Forester Statesman

    Overall Character: Sweet and balanced | Nose : Apricot and butterscotch, citrus zest and prunes. | Palate : Vanilla and oak with some more mild prune notes, cocoa, and nutmeg. Less fruity here. More salty and sweet. | Finish :… Continue reading "Old Forester Statesman"

    • Score8.7/10.0
    • Recommended ForMovie fans and average bourbon drinkers (ie. whiskey snobs may not be impressed, unless it's for a simple gift)

  • Blackadder Raw Cask 1984 Invergordon 30yo

    Overall Character: Fruity, sweet, with spicy oak. | Nose : surprisingly light, pear and prunes, figs , with vanilla sweetness | Palate : rich and creamy, vanilla, marzipan, and figs. Some spicy oak. | Finish : long and spicy pepper… Continue reading "Blackadder Raw Cask 1984 Invergordon 30yo"

    • Score8.7/10.0
    • Recommended ForAnyone who's never tried a single grain whisky, and of course fans of the Blackadder raw cask series. Naturally anyone who likes strong whisky, too.

  • Highland Park Valkyrie

    Overall Character: Leather, cherries and dried fruits. | Nose: Leather. Sherry? Prunes and nutmeg. | Palatte : Nice rich prunes and leather. Definitely a sherry scotch, without reading the info. | Finish : Long and nutty, with more leather and… Continue reading "Highland Park Valkyrie"

    • Score8.7/10.0
    • Recommended ForSherry cask finish fans, and of course Highland Park fans, but if you're looking for peat, you may be disappointed. It's also good for cigar smokers.