Reviews

Sardinia and a Whisky

April 28, 2009 by Chris +

Tuesday at Leslie’s Bar looked like great fun! Many of you will have been wondering ‘where is Chris?’ Well, I snuck off for a wee well deserved holiday with the missus and left Lucas in charge. I had 5 days [...]

30yo Black Bull a dream house pet!

April 20, 2009 by Lucas +

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Busy week behind me, even busier ahead of me. Chris and his Missus are in Sardinia eating and drinking themselves stupid in the sun, and I have whiskies to sample, tasting in Leslie’s tomorrow, a wee charity tasting on [...]

A Quick Dram: Balblair 1975

April 19, 2009 by Chris +

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Balblair 1975 Northern Highlands 46% ABV £149.95 from here Colour: Copper pot still and orange Nose: Pears, creamy toffee and a slightly spicy raisin note. Rich chocolate and a touch of smoke. Tickles. Palate: Spicy, bitter [...]

Smokehead 18yo Extra Black Tasted!

April 9, 2009 by Lucas +

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Smokehead 18yo Extra Black Islay (‘Mystery Distillery’) Bottled by Ian Macleod 46% ABV Available soon for £85 This has been going on for ages now, the rumours of the new Smokehead with an age statement surfaced so [...]

A Quick Dram: Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength

April 2, 2009 by Lucas +

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Laphroaig 10 CS Islay 55.7% ABV £33.99 from Here (temporary offer!) Colour: Light orange Nose: Smoke from burning wood. Really earthy and floral, sharp citrus, bulk of tar and touch of bread crust. With loads of water, mint. [...]