As I contemplated my whiskies this evening in search of something that would warm the cockles of my heart, the
Scoring
3.8 out of 4 points for flavour and a feel good factor with a wee bit of bite.
3 out of 3 points for Presentation – Well delivered packaging
3 out of 3 points on cost and is it worth is money? Yes!
9.8/10
Thursday
Friday
Bruichladdich Valhalla USA 15 year Old 46%
Tonight I wondered which dram would take my fancy? With autumn well and truly upon us I felt that the Bruichladdich Valhalla 15 year Old, partly matured in Chateau Climens Sauternes casks to 46% was my choice to sample tonight. This whisky was issued as part ten in the links series, which is the Valhalla Kentucky golf course, designed by the world famous golfer Jack Nicklaus. The label is a painting of Valhalla by the famed golf artist Graeme W. Baxter.This whisky to the nose is lightly fruity and oaky, particularly peaches and a hint of plums, with a buttery honey taste in the mouth, almost like vanilla custard. This just bounces with flavour and gives your taste buds a good work out! You really need to partake of this expression to understand it. Is it my favourite? No. Is it enjoyable? Certainly. Would I buy it again? For sure!! I would say this is a drinker and not a collector, so enjoy this dram while it lasts......
Scoring
3.5 out of 4 points for flavour that is an unusual quality
2.8 out of 3 points for presentation and style – Really nice colouring
2.8 out of 3 points on cost... and is it worth it's money? At the right price!!
9.1/10
Scoring
3.5 out of 4 points for flavour that is an unusual quality
2.8 out of 3 points for presentation and style – Really nice colouring
2.8 out of 3 points on cost... and is it worth it's money? At the right price!!
9.1/10
Saturday
Benriach Solstice 15 year old 50%
This wee dram was launched on the 21.12.2010 the shortest day of the year, therefore was given the name BenRiach Solstice. A 15 year-old heavily-peated dram with an almost mulled wine and cinnamon taste, this in itself gave this dram a christmas feel from the onset. It is a warming perfect dram you would want to sip on a cold, windy night, certainly fit for a winter warmer. For me Benriach undersold this whisky! It also has a summer fruitiness which makes it drinkable at anytime of the year. It has a wonderful burnt orange and ruby pinknness, so pleasing to the eye.
These bottlings won't last long on the shelves when word gets round! The problem with whiskies like these - they don't last long, and soon become but a distant memory. We can only wait to see what other gems are waiting round the corner in the Benriach story? Well packaged and presented, a must for your christmas stocking!!
Scoring
4 out of 4 points for flavour that is oozing quality
3 out of 3 points for presentation and style – Really nice colouring
3 out of 3 points on cost... and is it worth it's money? Definitely!!
10/10+
These bottlings won't last long on the shelves when word gets round! The problem with whiskies like these - they don't last long, and soon become but a distant memory. We can only wait to see what other gems are waiting round the corner in the Benriach story? Well packaged and presented, a must for your christmas stocking!!
4 out of 4 points for flavour that is oozing quality
3 out of 3 points for presentation and style – Really nice colouring
3 out of 3 points on cost... and is it worth it's money? Definitely!!
10/10+
Friday
Glen Garioch Founders Reserve 48%
I sit here chewing on a Quality Street toffee and familiarizing myself with the Highland Glen Garioch Founders Reserve whisky. For me the two go well together - with the caramel and butterscotch taste of the dram. It has a wee bit of fire with a kick, but a pleasant whisky nonetheless. I certainly would not put water into this dram, as it would lose its character which is its main appeal. Not bad in price either, this bottling is presented well and would look good in any cabinet. Its colour is warming and rich.
I like this dram as it's all down to price and packaging, this one ticks all the boxes.
Scoring
3.8 out of 4 points for flavour - Nice dram which lingers well
2.8 out of 3 points for presentation – well delivered packaging
2.9 out of 3 points on cost, and is it worth the money? I think so especially with a toffee!!
9.5/10
I like this dram as it's all down to price and packaging, this one ticks all the boxes.
Scoring
3.8 out of 4 points for flavour - Nice dram which lingers well
2.8 out of 3 points for presentation – well delivered packaging
2.9 out of 3 points on cost, and is it worth the money? I think so especially with a toffee!!
9.5/10
Monday
Talisker 57' North 57%
Tonight we visit the beautiful Isle of Skye and stay on the trail of the Talisker, the perfect dram, and this expression is named after the location of the distillery which sits on 57 Degrees North, and just happens to be 57% proof! I thought it only fitting to frequent their award winning dram and share my experience with you. To the nose this wee dram oozes citrus and sea water which feels quite refreshing. To the palate it is very peppery ( chilli pepper ), again a refreshing change that leaves a tingling glow in your mouth. To the eye it looks like oil, a wonderful golden colour. This wee dram leaves you wanting more, and that is no bad thing!
2.8 out of 3 points for presentation and style
2.8 out of 3 points on cost... and is it worth it's money? I think so!
Scoring
3.9 out of 4 points for flavour and that refreshing feeling2.8 out of 3 points for presentation and style
2.8 out of 3 points on cost... and is it worth it's money? I think so!
9.5/10
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