May 2009 Archives - Edinburgh Whisky Blog

The Great Islay Adventure: Part One

May 31, 2009 by Lucas +

Today we have a real treat for you. The first part of an amazing travelogue by our guest blogger, representative, ambasador and, above all, a great friend… the one an only, unstoppable, unpredictable, unbelievable [...]

A Quick Dram: Glenburgie 10 yo

May 30, 2009 by Chris +

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Glenburgie 10 yo Speyside 40% ABV £22.50 from here Colour: Light tan Nose: Christmas mince pies, aniseed and lemons. An appetising dram. Palate: Spicy on the top. Berries, cherries, roses and honey. Finish: Very sweet. [...]

Albanach Tasting

May 29, 2009 by Chris +

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It’s the beginning of the summer. The nights are getting warm and the sun seems to be out (for now). It’s time for another Edinburgh Whisky Blog tasting! Any excuse is good I guess. Change of venue for this one [...]

You-Know-Who Releases You-Know-What

May 29, 2009 by Lucas +

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Newly reopened Glenglassaugh distillery in Banffshire announced a release of a single mash (unusual) batch of their new make spirit. It is 8,160 50cl bottles of their unspoiled by oak, crystal clear, pure and raw Moonshine. [...]

We lost the Kilchoman auction

May 29, 2009 by Lucas +

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You may remember that the first ever bottle of Kilchoman from the first cask ever filled at the distillery (2005) was to be auctioned during Kilchoman’s open day of Islay Festival, which happened to be yesterday. Well, [...]