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Glen Elgin 18yo – Diageo Special Releases 2017

October 13, 2017 by Chris +

Wrapping up the first week of the Diageo 2017 Special Releases reviews is an 18yo Glen Elgin matured entirely in ex-bodega European oak butts. Not a bad way to start a Friday, and certainly not a bad way to lead us into next [...]

Glasgow Whisky Festival

November 23, 2013 by Chris +

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It’s been a wee while since I’ve been to a whisky festival and I have just been able to wander about. In recent times, I have been behind a stand, passing on what little knowledge I have about the booze trade to [...]

A Quick Dram or two

January 23, 2012 by Chris +

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Two Speedy Whisky Reviews Glen Elgin 1990/2010 (20yo) First Cask Ex-bourbon 46% ABV Nose: Pink lady apples and some pears. Quite creamy and fresh. Bit like freshly cut grass. Palate: Honey, fruity, grassy and a slight [...]

The Manager’s Choice

September 4, 2009 by Lucas +

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They are out! It’s official. There will be a total of 27 (one from each distillery) over the next year or so. The first batch of six (see the picture) should be available any day now from good retailers. And now the [...]