I have been meaning to write a few words about the newish Isle of Lewis distillery for a while, since their 3yo release last year in fact (October 2011). It’s called Abhainn Dearg. No clue how to say it? Join the club. [...]
My first trip to Islay was as great as I had thought an Islay trip could be. Caught in the remnants of Hurricane Katia, churning out some fantastic weather to match the rugged surroundings. Visits to Bowmore, Ardbeg, [...]
There is really nothing quite like returning back home after a few months away. Catching up with family, the dogs and old friends over home cooked meals and a cheeky few pints at the local. Not much can top that, unless you [...]
Laphroaig 25 yo Cask Strength 2008 bottling Isle of Islay £225 from Here All that we see or seem, Is but a dream within a dream. - Edgar Allan Poe **** The afternoon was unusually quiet and warm for Edinburgh. As I was [...]
