杜瓦Rattray木桶收藏 

Glen Mhor 1982，27 

岁

酒精度 54.2％

注释：有主见的性格。复杂的鼻子，虽然不那么诱人。但是水会削弱边缘，使之具有对话性。需要时间来“放松”

总体得分

8.0

 库珀的选择  木桶匠的选择 

格兰尼维特 

1975年，32岁

酒精度 46.0％

评论：某种程度上设法减轻了重量，却增加了重量。

总体得分

7.9

 浆果自己的选择  贝瑞斯（Berrys）自己的精选《克拉格莫尔》（ 

Cragganmore） 

1997

酒精度 58.6％

评论：迷人的“耳语”威士忌。完美迎接春天。需要几滴水来缓解酒精的叮咬。

总体得分

7.9

 杜瓦拉特雷  Dewar Rattray 

Cragganmore 

1997年，十二岁

酒精度 46.0％

评论：低芳烃将其击倒，但有真正的口感。

总体得分

7.9

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Tormore 2005，8 

岁

酒精度 52.1％

评论：我认为年龄可以解释变色龙的性格，但我很喜欢它的厚脸皮。

总体得分

7.9

 格伦罗西斯  格伦罗西斯 

长者的储备

酒精度 43.0％

Comments: Better with time, this is a dram full of energy and life, but little immature on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 麦芽大师  Master of Malt 

Glen Moray 

1991, 21 Years Old

ABV 60.7%

Comments: A sassy dram and very assured of itself – delicious aperitif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 林伍德  Linkwood 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Linkwood always evokes thoughts of sweetmeats. This one seems a particularly sweet interpetation.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

Mastery

ABV 52.3%

Comments: Fun little number, stylish – not 100 per cent convinced on the substance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 贝瑞兄弟和陆克文  贝瑞兄弟公司（Berry Bros.）和陆克文（Rudd 

Glenlossie） 

1992年，23岁，木桶＃3473

酒精度 46.0％

评论：酒保，请给我我的酒。

总体得分

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

X发行，1957年

酒精度 43.7％

评论：一方面，我很佩服这是一维的，但它并不适合所有人。

总体得分

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

第IX版，1993年，18岁

酒精度 58.7％

评论：需要一滴水才能打开它。

总体得分

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶第IX版，1965年，现年 

46岁

酒精度 53.7％

评论：这种威士忌肯定失去了平衡。您必须喜欢橡木威士忌。我想念酿酒厂的性格。

总体得分

7.9

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Mortlach 1989，22 

岁

酒精度 52.1％

评论：一个成熟的Mortlach人物的很好的例子，而没有橡木的密切关注。

总体得分

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

发行III，1952年，55岁，酒桶编号1713，平原霍格黑德

酒精度 47.3％

评论：酒桶累了吗？不寻常的味道。这种威士忌有一点古怪的味道，虽然不吸引人，但咸味却令人垂涎。我很困惑！

总体得分

7.9

 苏格兰麦芽威士忌协会  苏格兰麦芽威士忌协会 

Ardmore 

66.27 –美食家德拉姆（Foodie Dram）

酒精度 52.3％

评论：鼻子比上颚富有。似乎有点不协调，就像一匹年轻的驯马。

总体得分

7.9

 皮蒂维奇  Pittyvaich 

20岁

酒精度 57.5％

评论：这种威士忌肯定需要水来切割边缘。难以置信的油腻。配上少许水，令人耳目一新。

总体得分

7.9

 曼诺奇莫尔  Mannochmore 

18岁

酒精度 54.9％

评论：鼻子让您期望更多的甜味。橡树压倒了所有人的味蕾。

总体得分

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release II, 1967, 40 Years Old, Cask No. 5117

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Ah,when sherry gives more than wood,the tastebuds give an applause.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release II, 1952, 54 Years Old, Cask No. 1710

ABV 41.9%

Comments: From the nose to the palate,we know that we are in front of a very old whisky. The nose is superb but the\rwood signature is too assertive on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

The Coopers Choice Single Cask Selection

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Somehow manages to be light in character but deep in weight.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 杜瓦拉特雷  Dewar Rattray 

Glen Spey 

11 Years Old

ABV 59.0%

Comments: It's a cad pursuing an innocent girl. The big bad wolf after little Red Riding Hood.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Longmorn 

1988

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Well balanced. A real wee sweetie.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 本里奇（BenRiach）  The BenRiach 

Aged 15 Years, Dark Rum Wood Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Works pretty well. Rum in a supporting role, putting a different spin on the whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1974

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Very elegant and balanced on the nose. Oak tends to show off but the dram keeps its charm though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 格伦罗西斯  The Glenrothes 

1994

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A full-on, after dinner style and a bold, characterful spirit.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 康瓦尔  Convalmore 

28 Years Old, Cask Strength

ABV 57.9%

Comments: A lot going on in this whisky; can't help thinking about a Mint Julep, though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 斯佩赛德克雷格拉奇酒店  Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside 

The BenRiach 

1976 (bottled for Craigellachie Hotel)

ABV 57.6%

Comments: Rich and viscous and packed with flavour. Develops some elegance with water.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 芝华士兄弟  Chivas Brothers 

Caperdonich 

1988, 16 Years Old, Cask Strength Edition

ABV 55.8%

Comments: Promises more than it delivers. Try it with sweet Turkish coffee or espresso.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

Miltonduff 

1993

ABV 61.8%

Comments: Has a punchy refreshing quality. Worth a look.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 邓·贝加根  Dun Bheagan 

Convalmore 

1975, Aged 28 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Better on nose than palate where it's just tipping over into the woody stage. Good though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

The Glenlivet 

1973

ABV 55.9%

Comments: Has maturity and some elegance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 复古屋  The Vintage House 

The Macallan 

Aged 16 Years, Burgundy Finish

ABV 56.1%

Comments: Fair balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 鉴赏家的选择  Connoisseurs Choice 

The BenRiach 

1981

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The bourbon cask influence is obvious. A refreshing dram but simplistic. Water ruins it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Cellar Collection, 1964

ABV 45.1%

Comments: After that sensuous aroma, the palate is subtle to the point of reticence. Still interesting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

27 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: An extra layer of maturity. Sweet and ripe but holding age pretty well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Longmorn 

1990, Aged 14 Years

ABV 55.3%

Comments: More about feel than flavour. Seems pent up.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Creamy soft and easy to drink. A good everyday drinker.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 稀有麦芽选择  Rare Malts Selection 

Benrinnes 

Aged 21 Years

ABV 60.4%

Comments: Soft yet savoury. Mortlach's little brother and a forgotten classic.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 默里·麦克戴维·米森（Murray McDavid Mission）  Murray McDavid Mission 

Dallas Dhu 

1979

ABV 46.0%

Comments: This take a LONG time to open, but is worth it when it does.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 稀有麦芽选择  Rare Malts Selection 

Auchroisk 

1974, Aged 28 Years

ABV 56.8%

Comments: Delightful nose, palate pretty firm.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

1972

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Hard to find Linkwood delicacy and elegance in this version. Probably not from outstanding sherry casks.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 麦卡伦  The Macallan 

Elegancia

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A (deliberately) lighter style of Macallan. Wonder how the purists will take it?

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 威尔逊和摩根  Wilson & Morgan 

The Macallan 

1990, Marsala Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: It doesn't quite hang together, but hits the mouth in three totally separate sections. I can understand the underlying idea, it just hasn't been pulled off.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 苏格兰麦芽威士忌协会  The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

The Macallan 

24.48 – 11 Years Old

ABV 57.8%

Comments: It is always interesting to taste a Macallan that is less sherried than usual. This one could have been rounder.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

The Glenlivet 

2.35 – 24 Years Old

ABV 61.0%

Comments: Full-on but distillery character is obliterated

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  Signatory 

The Glenrothes 

1990

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Good, but not as good as the distillery bottlings.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 蒙哥马利的  Montgomerie's 

The Macallan 

1989 Single Cask

ABV 46.0%

Comments: This is Macallan?? Either a peated experiment at the distillery or it's been filled into an ex-Caol Ila cask.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 曼诺奇莫尔  Mannochmore 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A lovely sweet, frothy, summery dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  Lombard 

Glen Grant 

1964

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Interesting and while not overly woody (given its age) one for sherried malt lovers only.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 哈特兄弟  Hart Brothers 

Glen Grant 

1972, 29 Years Old, Sherrywood

ABV 53.6%

Comments: Glen Grant was one of the first malts to be bottled as a single malt, in the days when light-tasting spirits were often filled into heavy sherry casks. I have always felt that this overwhelms the spirit. This example is better balanced than most.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 格兰菲迪  Glenfiddich 

Cask Collection, Reserve Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: It is great to see three such individual characters and I enjoyed them all on their own merit. I would love to see this one at a slightly higher strength.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 格伦罗西斯  The Glenrothes 

Vintage 16 Years Old, 1995

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Drinkable enough, but marked down for its 'fousty' nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

15 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: One for trying cold from the fridge; well, why not? It has some lovely sherry edges to it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 卡登黑德的毒液  Cadenhead's Duthies 

Glen Grant 

13 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Decent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Longmorn 

1996, 17 Years Old

ABV 52.6%

Comments: A fine example of a dram that hides it light under a bushel.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 格伦夫人  Lady of the Glen 

10 Years Old

ABV 61.3%

Comments: A delightful single malt, something for the hip flask and the hills. Will certainly keep you warm.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 马尔特曼  The Maltman 

The Macallan 

20 Years Old

ABV 50.7%

Comments: Takes the best aspects of the other two Macallans and magnifies them.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 奥特莫尔  Aultmore 

21 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Surprised the flavour did not follow up as expected on the intriguing nose, yet there is something which keeps me coming back for more.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 那家精品y威士忌公司  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Allt-a-Bhainne 

Batch 1

ABV 49.2%

Comments: A little lightweight, but not without its fruity merits.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 那家精品y威士忌公司  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Batch 1

ABV 51.5%

Comments: Quite an unusual taste. Fresh and surprisingly sweet.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

1977, Vintage Sherry Cask

ABV 54.9%

Comments: Fairly lightweight, with a couple of decent Tapas-influenced twists.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Linkwood 

1991, Apple Pastry

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Nothing wrong with this, perhaps a little dry for my tastes, but has some interesting top notes to explore.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

Single Sherry Cask

ABV 54.9%

Comments: A great well looked after dram, a venerable age but still show some freshness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release X, 1963

ABV 46.5%

Comments: A venerable whisky but the oak is showing signs of taking over command.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release X, 1963

ABV 46.5%

Comments: A venerable whisky but the oak is showing signs of taking command.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1981 Plain Hogshead

ABV 50.8%

Comments: Perfect 'herbal malt-tea'

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 卡登黑德的毒液  Cadenhead's Duthies 

Glen Grant 

13 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Decent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Boisdale  Boisdale 

Mortlach 

Speyside, Cask No. 4234

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Not as oaky on the palate as expected from the nose.Lacks subtlety. The nose is not specially inviting. Water\renhances bitterness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

Tamnavulin 

1977, 30 Years Old, Bourbon Cask

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Seems to hesitate between sweet and dry. Water gets the balance right.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）  Duncan Taylor Rare Auld 

Glen Grant 

1974, 34 Years Old

ABV 51.5%

Comments: Too dry and bitter for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 本里奇（BenRiach）  The BenRiach 

22 Years Old Moscatel

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I’m not sure where those dominant fruit aromas went, but they were edged out by those richer notes. Still a good drop.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release X, 1992

ABV 55.8%

Comments: Probably a sherry first fill. The wood is the leader. Fruit is in an oaky cage. I know some people love it that way. I look for more balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 那家精品y威士忌公司  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Benrinnes 

Batch 1

ABV 48.9%

Comments: A slightly austere character but well balanced as well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

1995, 14 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Evokes more a watercolour. But it does not have the character of a late Turner though. A very pleasant dram when a need for peace,quiet and comfort.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Tamdhu 

1980, 12 Years Old

ABV 57.1%

Comments: An enticing note and a more 'square'

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Strathmill 

1976, 31 Years Old

ABV 48.4%

Comments: All was going so well then the finish undoes all the good work. Ultimately unbalanced. Still at least my breath smells minty fresh.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor），NC2系列  Duncan Taylor, The NC2 Range 

Imperial 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: An aperitif dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Lonach系列  The Lonach Collection 

Glen Grant 

31 Years Old

ABV 42.4%

Comments: A reticent nose is completely eclipsed by a huge but uncomplicated palate. Benefits greatly from water.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 库珀的选择  The Cooper's Choice 

Inchgower 

1980, Sherry Cask

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I enjoyed it, but I am sensitive to that sulphur/meaty character of certain sherry casks. That finish is a hindrance to the drink, not a help.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 阿德菲  Adelphi 

Tamdhu 

1985, 15 Years Old

ABV 55.3%

Comments: Judging from the very pale colour, the wood did not have much positive input. Hence, perhaps, the lack of Tamdhu's sometime elegance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 日光浴室系列  The Solaria Series 

Whisky Illuminati 

Craigellachie

ABV 67.9%

Comments: Despite the searing ABV there is flavour here, in time it reveals a balanced character. Water ramps up the sweetness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 阿尔·巴恩  Allt A Bhainne 

Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A simple and straightforward enough whisky, the smoke teasing the palate just a little.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 格伦·埃尔金（Gle​​n Elgin）  Glen Elgin 

Aged 18 Years, Special Release

ABV 54.8%

Comments: If you like vanilla…

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

Triple Distilled

ABV 50.0%

Comments: The most boring fellow at the party.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 道格拉斯·莱恩  Douglas Laing 

Single Minded 

Speyside, Aged 15 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: For the Dr Jekylls and Mr Hydes out there.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 德拉姆兰里格道格拉斯  Douglas of Drumlanrig 

Craigellachie 

12 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The palate confirms the nose with dominant oak. Water tends to tone the wood down a little. It lacks balance for me. But those who like oakiness will enjoy.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glenglassaugh 

1983

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A somewhat austere but well structured whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 威士忌展  The Whisky Fair 

Tomatin 

1984, 22 Years Old

ABV 0.0%

Comments: A well structured old lad but it seems to have lost some vigour. The palate is still vivid but the nose is weakening

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

19 Years Old

ABV 57.4%

Comments: The distillery character is dominated by the sherry one. And the high strength makes it even more blatant.\rA drop of water eases it a little.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Speyburn 

1973

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Another light-tasting malt that blossoms with age. Its flavours belie the use of a malt that is scarcely peated.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

Mountain Oak, The Final Release

ABV 58.6%

Comments: More of a whisky spread than a drink. For those with a sweet tooth.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  The Lonach Collection 

The Glenrothes 

35 Years Old

ABV 40.2%

Comments: Old with a certain sexy, slinky quality.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 苏格兰单一麦芽威士忌  The Single Malts of Scotland 

Ardmore 

1994, 11 Years Old

ABV 60.8%

Comments: Speyside you say, eh? A real region buster, and I loved that sootiness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）  Duncan Taylor 

Strathisla 

Aged 37 Years, Cask 1332

ABV 47.6%

Comments: Highly attractive. Worth having a look at.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Strathmill 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 63.5%

Comments: Shows good complexity, just tipped slightly into the oak camp.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 麦卡伦  The Macallan 

8 Years Old, Fine Oak

ABV 0.0%

Comments: Fresh and young, but balanced with good feel. Have it long.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 巴尔维尼  The Balvenie 

PortWood 1989

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Not the depth of the PortWood 21 Years Old, but thoroughly enjoyable.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 MacPhail的收藏  The MacPhail's Collection 

Tamdhu 

30 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Just enough oak for structure. A real surprise for a distillery which can often be pretty bland.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 鉴赏家的选择  Connoisseur's Choice 

Dailuaine 

1975

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A rich beast of a dram from another often overlooked still.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 斯佩赛德克雷格拉奇酒店  Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside 

Craigellachie 

2003 Single Cask Bottling, 1982, 21 Years Old

ABV 57.7%

Comments: Decent balance, but very nervy.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Cadenhead's 

Glenglassaugh 

25 Years Old

ABV 45.2%

Comments: A spiky mix of apple and grass. Intriguing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Speyburn  Speyburn 

16 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: One of the most assertive, flavoursome examples of Speyburn I have tasted. A pretty whisky from a pretty distillery.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Gordon & MacPhail 

The Macallan 

1993, Speymalt

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A lovely and quite complex range of flavours and textures. A palate whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

Benromach 

1973

ABV 40.0%

Comments: After a weekend walk in the country? Mid to late afternoon. Who needs tea? Just a slice of fruit pie and a generous dram of Benromach.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 格兰菲迪  Glenfiddich 

Rich Oak

ABV 40.0%

Comments: It’s a decent enough dram but just falls flat in the mouth. More alcohol would have helped methinks.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 那家精品y威士忌公司  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Tomintoul 

Batch 1

ABV 47.8%

Comments: I’d like to get my hands on a bottle of this, lots to hold your attention.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Vanilla Burst

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Doesn't do itself many favours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 本里奇（BenRiach）  The BenRiach 

Peated Quarter Casks

ABV 46.0%

评论：真的没有为我做任何事情。

总体得分

7.8

 麦芽大师  麦芽斯佩塞德威士忌利口酒大师 

，10岁

酒精度 37.0％

评论：可以做成一个很好的生锈指甲。

总体得分

7.8

 奥特莫尔  Aultmore 

18岁

酒精度 46.0％

评论：水会洗掉一些有趣的字符。口感不如鼻子富有表现力，但仍然令人愉悦。

总体得分

7.8

 本里奇（BenRiach）  BenRiach 

10岁

酒精度 43.0％

评论：诱人的鼻子，非常适合夏天饮，尽管比预期隐藏了更多的冲击力。

总体得分

7.8

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Linkwood 

2000，夏果园

酒精度 46.0％

评论：口感清爽宜人，但香气扑鼻。

总体得分

7.8

 斯科特的选择  斯科特的精选 

Speyside 

1993

酒精度 61.5％

评论：鼻子上有一些硫磺，但味蕾似乎将其融合在一起。

总体得分

7.8

 杜瓦拉特雷  杜瓦Rattray 

Stronachie 

12岁

酒精度 43.0％

评论：均衡而芳香。蜂蜜是关键要素。

总体得分

7.8

 广告拉特雷的  AD Rattray的 

威士忌酒体验 

麦芽2，2002年，9岁

酒精度 40.0％

评论：口感比鼻子更吸引人。令人愉悦的小酒，留下新鲜的\ r \ feeling。干净利于稀释。

总体得分

7.8

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

105 Cask Strength, 40 Years Old

ABV 60.0%

Comments: The nose was promising but the palate is too woody for me. And the alcohol is not mastered.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Mortlach 

16 Years Old

ABV 55.5%

Comments: One more example of unbalanced oakiness. That sensation of nosing and tasting oak juice is not\rvery exciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

Tomatin 

1975, 31 Years Old

ABV 50.0%

Comments: On the oakyside. Too old? Lacks subtleness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Dalmore 

1997

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The grassy profile of this whisky is too much.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

12 Years Old, Oloroso Sherry Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Very shy almost embarassed. Don't be, Tomintoul.Shout it out!

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1990, Coconut Cream

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Light, but a good aperitif. Have it with ice.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

Benromach 

1980

ABV 58.6%

Comments: Another vibrant springtime aperitif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Caperdonich 

Rum Finish, 33 Years Old

ABV 49.2%

Comments: They've done their best to improve a poor cask, but it's one note all the way.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 酋长的  Chieftain's 

Imperial 

Aged 24 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: One for the palate and not the nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glen Grant 

1972, 33 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: After a nose that can only be described as 'hairy'

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 威士忌嘉豪  Whisky Galore 

Mortlach 

1988, Aged 16 Year, Cask Strength

ABV 57.9%

Comments: Speyside style.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Longmorn 

1990

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A perfectly pretty dram but it is almost too light. Even delicate whiskies need backbone.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 苏格兰单一麦芽威士忌  The Single Malts of Scotland 

Linkwood 

1993, Aged 12 Years, Sherry Butt Cask 3517

ABV 59.1%

Comments: Big cask character, with spirit style just poking through. The spirit seemed at odds with the cask perhaps.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 詹姆斯·麦克阿瑟（James MacArthur）的旧大师  James MacArthur's Old Masters 

The Glenrothes 

1988

ABV 53.5%

Comments: A mellow character with integrated flavours rather than an individual sequence.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

12 Years Old, First Fill Sherry Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Attractive, versatile.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）  Duncan Taylor 

Glen Keith 

1971, Aged 33 Years, Cask 8066

ABV 50.8%

Comments: Overwooded.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 芝华士兄弟  Chivas Brothers 

Glen Grant 

1989, Aged 14 Years, Cask Strength

ABV 55.3%

Comments: A midsummer's night dream dram. So delicate, so rich but without ostentation.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Gordon & MacPhail 

Mortlach 

1980

ABV 63.8%

Comments: The unusually high strength of this 23 Years Old malt makes it taste younger. Water tames the spirit but heightens woodiness. Lacks delicacy.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 威士忌交易所  The Whisky Exchange 

Glen Grant 

31 Years Old

ABV 56.9%

Comments: With water, more toffeish malt notes emerge in the middle, but the wood is very dominating.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A pleasant anytime dram. Very refreshing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Chieftain's 

Auchroisk 

Aged 11 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Has retained the distillery character but given it a sweeter lift.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

12 Years Old, Chenin Blanc Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Glen Moray 12 Years Old used to be a bastion of ultra-malty simplicity. No more. Chenin Blanc barrels have added a delightful dimension.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Mortlach  Mortlach 

1980, 17 Years Old, Cask Strength

ABV 63.1%

Comments: A big, rich interpretation; an outstanding digestif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 签署人  Signatory 

Glenlossie 

1980

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Delicate, appetising and refreshing, but falls away in the middle.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 威尔逊和摩根  Wilson & Morgan 

Longmorn 

1990 Marsala Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: One way to get people to rediscover Marsala, but what we need is to get them to discover Longmorn. More Sicilian than Speyside.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

1998, 9 Years Old

ABV 54.4%

Comments: Areal charmer.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 格兰菲迪  Glenfiddich 

Malt Master's Edition

ABV 43.0%

Comments: What’s going on up in Dufftown?There seems to be a new ‘Fiddich every week –and on the strength of this that’s no bad thing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1953, The Coronation

ABV 51.1%

Comments: I liked this, despite the delicate levels of sulphur on the palate, there is still some life in this dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 麦芽大师  Master of Malt 

Speyside Whisky Liqueur, 30 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A fine addition to the ever-growing whisky liqueur category.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 贝瑞兄弟和陆克文  Berry Bros. & Rudd 

Glen Elgin 

1995, 21 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: This goes from nought to 100 in two seconds. One minute it’s vanilla softness, the next it’s gutsy and funky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

The Glenrothes 

1997, Chocolate Orange Segment

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Interestingly, rather than dominate and deaden the whisky, the vanilla adds a creaminess to the mouthfeel that really benefits those other zanier flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 斯科特的选择  Scott's Selection 

Tomatin 

1993

ABV 56.0%

Comments: Not a bad dram, a little water helps it reveal more on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Lonach系列  The Lonach Collection 

The Glenrothes 

39 Years Old

ABV 42.7%

Comments: Reminds me of gentlemen's coconut oil shaving cream. If you like that,you'll love this.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 苏格兰麦芽  Malts of Scotland 

The Glenrothes 

1987, 22 Years Old

ABV 53.4%

Comments: There’s a lot here but it feels strangely compressed.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 辛迪加58/6  Syndicate 58/6 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Doesn’t give much away, to the point that it feels that all it gives is sweetness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Master Distiller's Reserve Small Batch

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Another interesting and more complex departure from the ‘standard’ Master Distiller’s Reserve, but not sure it’s worth twice the price of the Solera Vatted expression.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 那家精品y威士忌公司  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

BenRiach 

Batch 1

ABV 48.2%

Comments: Not unpleasant but one dimensional. With some astringency on the finish.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glen Grant 

1974, 37 Years Old, Cask #7643

ABV 47.8%

Comments: Clear signs of old age but well knitted together.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 丹尼氏族  Clan Denny 

Speyside Blended Malt

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A firm oaky character. Water cuts the edges but enhances the oak bitterness. Will suit those who like these dry whiskies.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1984 Plain Hogshead

ABV 46.3%

Comments: That whisky struggles to stand out among a flight of big sherry guys, but it is worth enjoying. Though we could have expected more character from a 27 Years Old whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

Burgundy Wood

ABV 45.0%

Comments: Give this whisky time to open on a sweeter side.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 稀有的邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）  Duncan Taylor Rarest of the Rare 

Glencraig 

1974, 31 Years Old, Cask 2930

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Light on the nose, spicy on the palate. A pleasant companion for sushi or raw fish carpaccio. But lacking substance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Speyside 

1995, Chocolate Heaven

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Slightly disappointing until the finish which is worth the entry price.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 格伦杜兰  Glendullan 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Big in both body and flavours, but restrained and controlled throughout.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 詹姆斯·埃迪  James Eadie 

Aged 8 Years, Single Cask

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Lop-sided towards the sharper end of things. Bracing stuff…

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 贝瑞兄弟和陆克文  Berry Bros. & Rudd 

Glentauchers 

1996, 20 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I really enjoyed the flavour journey, but the length just wasn’t there.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

10 Years Old, 100 Proof

ABV 57.0%

Comments: Surprisingly easy to drink neat, the palate not as alcoholic as the nose suggests.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 那家精品y威士忌公司  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Aultmore 

Batch 1

ABV 53.4%

Comments: An autumn dram. Pleasant but it is as if something was missing. Not completely put together.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1994, 17 Years Old

ABV 57.9%

Comments: Powerful, but fairly one-dimensional.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 斯科特的选择  Scott's Selection 

Glenallachie 

1993, 19 Years Old

ABV 55.6%

Comments: The nose is pleasant but the alcohol makes it too sharp. The same with the palate. The cask has not mellowed it enough.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1978, 30 Years Old, Cask No. 626, Plain Hogshead

ABV 57.6%

Comments: Decently balanced.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 格兰菲迪  Glenfiddich 

Age of Discovery

ABV 40.0%

Comments: That farmyard profile is a bit too much. And the palate is dour though sweet.\rLacks balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

25 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A dour character which lifts up on the nose but not on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

The Glenlivet 

Aged 18 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Perfectly acceptable malt from this Speyside great.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1982, 27 Years Old

ABV 52.2%

Comments: The nose is enticing but the palate is overwhelmed by the wood. And water exacerbates the astringency.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 苏格兰单一麦芽威士忌  The Single Malts of Scotland 

Aberlour 

1992, 16 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A decent pick me up dram after work.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1971

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A little cramped on the palate but has personality.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1995, Chocolate Heaven

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Slightly disappointing until the finish which is worth the entry price.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

Dufftown 

1977, Aged 30 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Has a cleanliness and delicacy but lacking in impact overall. You expect complexity from old whiskies.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

Ardmore 

1977, 30 Years Old

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Oak is prevailing, especially on the palate. Lacks balance and charm.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 卡杜  Cardhu 

Special Cask Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: The first nose is not promising then the sweet maltiness wraps it in a more pleasant dress. You've got to have a taste for sweet drinks.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 本里奇（BenRiach）  The BenRiach 

Curiositas Peated Malt, Aged 10 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Well balanced. Though peaty it doesn't have the marine phenolics usually encountered on the coast.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 方桶  Square Barrel 

Aultmore 

Aged 16 Years

ABV 49.0%

Comments: Cask driven and enjoyable without being particularly exciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

  Dewar Rattray 

Craigellachie 

1989, 16 Years Old

ABV 54.7%

Comments: The different elements haven't been pulled together. A better cask would have given some order and control.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 哈里斯威士忌  Harris Whisky 

Tamdhu 

14 Years Old

ABV 58.5%

Comments: At last something to get to grips with.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1975

ABV 54.0%

Comments: This is a big mean mother whose youthful charms have been lashed into submission by oak.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Lonach系列  The Lonach Collection 

Caperdonich 

33 Years Old

ABV 41.9%

Comments: A well knitted dram. On the fruit side. More complex than it appears. Oak is well integrated. A pity such a treasure is lost!

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 哈里斯威士忌  Harris Whisky 

Aged 13 Years, Cask 7014

ABV 55.9%

Comments: Some attractive elements but a little clumsy and adolescent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 威士忌交易所  The Whisky Exchange 

Glenfarclas 

1974, 30 Years Old

ABV 50.5%

Comments: A lot of elegance and distinction but as if it has lost health. Surprisingly enough, waters boosts it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Aberlour  Aberlour 

Warehouse No.1

ABV 59.1%

Comments: Decent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 道格拉斯·莱恩  Douglas Laing 

Benrinnes 

1990, Aged 14 Years, Single Cask Sherry Finish

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Needs a bit more in the middle.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）  Duncan Taylor 

Caperdonich 

1969, 34 Years Old

ABV 41.0%

Comments: Quite engaging, but just past its best.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）  Duncan Taylor 

Knockando 

1980, 23 Years Old, Cask 1913

ABV 47.0%

Comments: Knockando is always a well-mannered whisky, although this expression seems a tad tired.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 鉴赏家的选择  Connoisseur's Choice 

Mosstowie 

1979

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A nostalgic reminder of the Lomond still, though I had forgotten it could produce such sweet whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 签署人  Signatory 

Cragganmore 

1989

ABV 55.7%

Comments: Lacks the complexity you expect from Cragganmore.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 凯尔特人的心地  Celtic Heartlands 

The Macallan 

1968

ABV 40.2%

Comments: Light but attractive.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 达怀妮  Dalwhinnie 

29 Years Old

ABV 57.8%

Comments: Seems reluctant to open.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 邓·贝加根  Dun Bheagan 

Mortlach 

Aged 10 Years, Port Finish

ABV 55.0%

Comments: Mortlach is usually a supple, muscular malt. At ten years, this already seems a trifle tired.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 酋长的  Chieftain's 

The Glenrothes 

1992, Aged 10 Years, Port Finish

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The nose suggests this was in sherry before being in Port. Has Glenrothes character but a bit dry.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Celtique Connexion  Celtique Connexion 

Speyside 1989, Sauternes Wood Finish

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The wood has a fair say in things, the Sauternes playing a subtle role in it all.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

  Cadenhead's 

Imperial 

The Glenlivet 1977, 24 Years Old

ABV 57.6%

Comments: It wears its heart on its sleeve, and its big heart.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 签署人  Signatory 

The GlenDronach 

1976, Cask Strength

ABV 53.1%

Comments: An enjoyable malt, but Glendronach is capable of more.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

  Mackillop's Choice 

Tomintoul 

1966

ABV 46.5%

Comments: Delicate, light and simple.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 格伦杜兰  Glendullan 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A son of the soil. I would like to pit its spicy flavours against a good haggis.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 巴尔维尼  The Balvenie 

21 Years Old Portwood Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A decent and solid drop, not much to complain about here really.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glen Grant 

1993

ABV 53.8%

Comments: No real depth or complexity.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 麦芽大师  Master of Malt 

Glenburgie 

1992, 21 Years Old

ABV 0.0%

Comments: I prefer to dilute this one as it smoothes off the edges.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 贝瑞兄弟和陆克文  Berry Bros. & Rudd 

The Classic Range 

Sherry Cask Matured Blended Malt

ABV 44.2%

Comments: Serious sherry influence here, but the sulphur punches a little too much for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 康瓦尔  Convalmore 

32岁，特别发布

酒精度 48.2％

评论：木材没什么用；缺乏风味的多样性。

总体得分

7.6

 斯派  SPEY 

Fumare

酒精度 46.0％

评论：对此的主要兴趣是油腻的口感。一种平衡，易于饮用的酒，我可以一次坐很多酒。

总体得分

7.6

 奥特莫尔  Aultmore 

12岁

酒精度 46.0％

评论：起初有点令人困惑，但随着我的发表，我对我逐渐感到困惑。

总体得分

7.6

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys的精选 

作品Longmorn 

1992，十九岁

酒精度 46.0％

评论：大而有趣，但似乎无所不包。

总体得分

7.6

 巴尔维尼  Balvenie 

Tun 1401，第5批

酒精度 50.1％

评论：首先是前期的甜味，但到了那时，这里的糖不仅仅是糖。

总体得分

7.6

 Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏  Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏 

Linkwood Cote Rotie 

，1991年，20岁

酒精度 45.0％

评论：对我而言，酒桶过于盛行。

总体得分

7.6

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Cragganmore 

1989，柠檬林

酒精度 46.0％

评论：清凉的夏季甜点，可作为理想的唤醒方式。

总体得分

7.6

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Glen Moray 1994，17 

岁，第1批

酒精度 46.0％

评论：令人愉悦，但不引起轰动。

总体得分

7.6

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1996 Sherry Butt

ABV 55.6%

Comments: The nose offered some smoothness that the palate denied. Not numbing\rwith water but gets bitter.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1991, 18 Years Old, Flowers of Scotland

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Wemyss manage to produce highly quaffable bottlings. This is good but just lacks the cohesion that would elevate it to a higher level.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1995, 14 Years Old, Spiced Apples

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The nose promised more sweetness than the palate delivered. A little\rdisappointing. Needs time to open.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1988, Oak Apple

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Really that old? Perhaps it's a bit tired.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Mortlach 

1991

ABV 56.4%

Comments: The sherry influence has wiped out the distillery character. What's the fun to inhale and drink oak juice?

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 战山  Battlehill 

Imperial 

8 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A nice young Speysider and a curiosity:Imperial was mothballed 10 years ago.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Aberlour 

1994

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A downy cheeked youthfulness. A delicious aperitif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Aberlour 

10 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Lacks integration with the wood. Like some middle-weight malts, it needs time to reach full maturity.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1983, 29 Years Old

ABV 51.0%

Comments: Very held back, but in time slowly reveals delicate layers of flavour.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1975, 37 Years Old

ABV 54.7%

Comments: A well integrated whisky that is very appealing and wants you to keep trying it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 麦芽大师  Master of Malt 

Cragganmore, 1991, 20 Years Old

ABV 54.2%

评论：这种威士忌显然已经在疲倦的酒桶中成熟了。酒精没有被掌握。但是，芳香特征并不令人不愉快。

总体得分

7.6

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Longmorn 1997，13 

岁，蜂蜜收成

酒精度 46.0％

注释：这不是一种令人讨厌的dram，但它已经在疲惫的酒桶中成熟，并且保留了其新的特征。令人失望的13岁。

总体得分

7.6

  格伦·莫雷（Glen Moray） 

1981年单雪利酒屁股

酒精度 57.7％

评论：雪利酒，但没有格兰·莫瑞（Glen Moray）。

总体得分

7.6

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

有机

酒精度 43.0％

评论：在我看来，“有机”感觉像是第一手主义，而不像“原始橡木”部分那么重要。第一个为我工作的新橡木麦芽。

总体得分

7.6

 酋长的  酋长 

班夫 

1978年，享年26岁，雪莉·伍德

酒精度 46.0％

注释：太烧和太干。并不适合所有人。让我想起了一个冬天的早晨，一种特殊的意式浓缩咖啡和格拉巴酒，站在阿森纳（Arsenale）外面。

总体得分

7.6

 格兰菲迪  格兰菲迪 

12岁，特别储备

酒精度 40.0％

评论：年轻，轻便，简单的dram。喝冰。

总体得分

7.6

 格林德莱的选择  格林德莱评选 

1996

酒精度 57.0％

评论：可能是疲倦的木头，但尽管如此，还是一种有趣的威士忌。

总体得分

7.6

 格兰菲迪  格兰菲迪 

实验系列02号，XX项目

酒精度 47.0％

评论：平易近人，柔软安全。

总体得分

7.6

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

第IX版，1986年，25岁

酒精度 58.4％

评论：您必须喜欢木质威士忌才能欣赏这一威士忌。甜味\ r无法平衡涩味。

总体得分

7.6

 本里奇（BenRiach）  BenRiach 

冬至17岁批次2

酒精度 50.0％

Comments: That cheesy note on the palate is disturbing. And the finish is harsh. Water smoothes it but tones the flavours down as well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Speyside Reserve Blended Malt

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Tastes young (close to new spirit !) and one-dimensional. But not unpleasant.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Mortlach 

1990, Freshly Cut Grass

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Like No2 this is delicate but while that shows good distillery character this\rjust seems not quite fully formed. Pleasant, but pleasant isn't enough\rafter two decades.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1994, Glace Fruits

ABV 46.0%

Comments: There's a restrained quality about all of these. Amusing lunchtime companions.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Inchgower 

1980

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Choose the 1974 over this one, although if you are a fan of sherry cask led malt this may be your thing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Dewar Rattray 

Tomintoul 

1975, 30 Years Old

ABV 48.5%

Comments: Slightly angular. Not a lot seems to have happened.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 道格拉斯·莱恩  Douglas Laing 

Linkwood 

1989, 16 Years Old

ABV 50.0%

Comments: An aperitif best taken by 10am. Has identifiable Linkwood character but it's all rather muted.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 邓肯·泰勒（Duncan Taylor）  Duncan Taylor 

Glen Grant 

1970, Speyside Region Selection No.2

ABV 51.7%

Comments: Too woody for me, but some people will adore its obvious 'old-ness'.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 杜瓦拉特雷  Dewar Rattray 

Mortlach 

15 Years Old

ABV 55.4%

Comments: The lack of interaction between oak and spirit makes this hard to get excited about.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenmorangie  Glenmorangie 

Cote d'or Burgundy Wood Cask

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A beautifully balanced Highlander. Serious, reliable, pleasantly displaying a good array of flavours. Maybe the wine cask has imparted more intensity.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

21 Years Old, Finished in Hungarian Tokaji Wine Casks

ABV 45.0%

Comments: Inhaling provides 'aroma-therapy, ' while the palate shows that mixing the grape and the grain can be thoroughly rewarding and risk-free.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Nadurra, 16 Years Old

ABV 48.0%

Comments: Delicate to the point of reticence.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 杜瓦拉特雷  Dewar Rattray 

Benrinnes 

Aged 14 Years

ABV 59.3%

Comments: Nose and palate are a bit agressive with a lingering sourness which is disturbing. A prickly character. Water smooths the flavours over but this is not enough.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

16 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Slightly more grainy and less fruity than I remember.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

1986 Commemorative Bottling

ABV 64.4%

Comments: Reminiscent of a slightly flabby Australian chardonnay.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

1989, Aged 14 Years

ABV 57.6%

Comments: A very odd Macallan. Perhaps a very odd cask.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

Classic

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Seems rather neutral at first, but develops engaging subtleties.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 默里·麦克戴维使命II  Murray McDavid Mission II 

Caperdonich 

1968, 35 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Good structure, but spoiled by bitterness and woodiness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Cadenhead's Authentic Collection 

The GlenDronach 

Aged 13 Years

ABV 55.4%

Comments: Well balanced and gentle.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Celtique Connexion 

The Glenlivet 

Braes of Glenlivet 1985

ABV 50.0%

Comments: The cask character somewhat dominates this zesty but delicate whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 卡登黑德的  Cadenhead's 

Caperdonich 

1977, 24 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Clean, dry. Perfectly drinkable.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 英格高  Inchgower 

14 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A bit restrained initially, then unveils a charming vibrant sweetness. Well-balanced.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 安诺奇  anCnoc 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Quite characterful and cheerful, especially on the nose. Try it with a fruit pudding.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 麦芽大师  Master of Malt 

Tamnavulin 

15 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Why bottle a 15 Years Old single cask at 40%?

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 麦克劳德的  Macleod's 

Speyside Single Malt, 8 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

评论：罚款要求不高。

总体得分

7.5

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Glen Grant 

1995，《盛开的乔木》

酒精度 46.0％

评论：威士忌激流回旋–意想不到的波折。

总体得分

7.5

 格伦罗西斯  格伦罗西斯 

曼斯自然保护区

酒精度 43.0％

评论：口感清爽；一个非常愉快的小酒杯。

总体得分

7.5

 麦卡伦  麦卡伦 

烧瓶，22岁

酒精度 43.0％

评论：水的效果很有趣。它可以使鼻子变硬并同时软化口感。

总体得分

7.5

 本罗马赫  本罗马赫10年陈酿 

木桶强度

酒精度 59.9％

评论：淡淡的威士忌，整齐时有点锋利。用水调味。

总体得分

7.5

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1961雪莉·霍格黑德（Sherry Hogshead）

酒精度 54.4％

评论：令人着迷的是鼻子虽然这里有太多的酒桶，但把所有东西都推向了味蕾的苦味。

总体得分

7.5

 Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏  Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏 

Longmorn 1964，46 

岁

酒精度 51.9％

评论：我是Longmorn的最大粉丝，但这里的酿酒厂在一片橡树林中迷路了。

总体得分

7.5

 麦吉本的起源  麦吉本的起源 

麦卡伦 

1998年，8岁

酒精度 46.0％

评论：这里没有什么大不了的，但是缺乏复杂性和深度。太年轻？

总体得分

7.5

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

Convalmore 

1976, Aged 30 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: An unusually fragrant dram. Palate does not totally follow though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

Peat Smoke

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Fresh and frisky. A welcome body warmer.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 格兰菲迪  Glenfiddich 

Aged 12 Years, Toasted Oak Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A bit of a let down after such a great nose. A very pretty whisky but higher alcohol might have given it better impact in the mouth.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

15 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Decent balance. Worth a look.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 达夫敦的辛格尔顿  The Singleton of Dufftown 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A perfectly pleasant dram, but lacking the finesse and complexity of the best on show here.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

16 Years Old

ABV 51.3%

Comments: A pleasant summery kind of dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Duncan Taylor Rarest of the Rare 

Mosstowie 

1975, 30 Years Old

ABV 48.1%

Comments: A difficult whisky to pin down. A tricky nose shouldn't distract from a pleasant enough palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 杜瓦拉特雷  Dewar Rattray 

Longmorn 

1984, 20 Years Old

ABV 54.0%

Comments: More appealing in the mouth than the nose would suggest, and benefits from water.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 格伦罗西斯  The Glenrothes 

Select Reserve

ABV 43.0%

Comments: It's a perfectly decent dram but not a patch on the great 'vintage' bottlings.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 麦吉本的起源  The McGibbon's Provenance 

Braeval 

1996, Over 8 Years, Sherry finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A fragile dram. Interesting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

15 Years Old, French Oak Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A very pleasant summery dram. Quite fragile though. Water tends to wipe out flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 本罗马赫  Benromach 

1969

ABV 40.0%

Comments: An old-fashioned whisky for an old-fashioned winter's evening. Wins points for being cuddly rather than complex.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 默里·麦克戴维使命II  Murray McDavid Mission II 

Glenlossie 

1975, 28 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A rare chance to taste Glenlossie but, again, the wood gets in the way.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 斯佩塞德  The Speyside 

10 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A gentle warm-hearted glassful.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Cadenhead's 

Convalmore 

1977, 21 Years Old

ABV 64.4%

Comments: Straightforward. Needs a splash of water, but much smoother than expected.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Blackadder  Blackadder 

Longmorn 

1973

ABV 56.9%

Comments: A beast of a dram. Another case of Longmorn versus wood which has been won by the latter.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Rare Malts Selection 

Cardhu 

1973, 25 Years Old

ABV 60.5%

Comments: A very pleasant dram which shows Cardhu in its usual ultra-genteel light. Hardly complex, but a delightful dram from first to last.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 日光浴室系列  The Solaria Series 

Whisky Illuminati 

Royal Brackla

ABV 68.0%

Comments: For me this is pushing the acceptable boundaries of ABV. This is not a neat sipper, but with water there is a lovely huge sherry bomb under there lurking.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 达怀妮  Dalwhinnie 

Aged 25 Years

ABV 52.1%

Comments: A decent well balanced dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1991, 20 Years Old

ABV 57.1%

Comments: I think this one has let the wood gain the upper hand, unfortunately.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Glenfarclas 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Another that seems too young. Pent-up energy but no integration. Not the Glenfarclas 15 I know.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Archive, 21 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A substantial malt, which on the palate does not match the complexity of outstanding nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 伊恩·麦克劳德（Ian Macleod）  Ian Macleod 

Dun Bheagan 

Speyside, Aged 8 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A pretty dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 詹姆斯·埃迪  James Eadie 

9 Years Old, Single Cask #804015

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The palate was sadly a bit one-dimensional for me following the delicate nuances of the nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 威米斯麦芽  Wemyss Malts 

Craigellachie 

2002, Dark Treacle Fondant

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Bold and forward but with a nice balance of sweetness and spice.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 麦芽大师  Master of Malt 

Single Cask Series 

Aultmore, 5 Years Old

ABV 66.8%

Comments: At this strength, one wonders what it's trying to prove.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1990, 19 Years Old, Barbeque Sauce

ABV 55.0%

Comments: The palate does not hold what the nose promises. The expected subtleness is missing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

Peated

ABV 40.0%

Comments: An attractive dram for sure,but just lacks impetus.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 酋长的  Chieftain's 

Dallas Dhu 

Aged 26 Years, Rum Finish

ABV 48.5%

Comments: The rum acting as a cover for what you suspect is a whisky which suffered from being in a tired cask.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

The Macallan 

1993, Aged 12 Years, Rum Finish

ABV 50.0%

Comments: All rather insubstantial but attractive enough though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 邓·贝加根  Dun Bheagan 

Linkwood 

Aged 11 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Insubstantial.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Dewar Rattray 

Strathmill 

1975, 31 Years Old

ABV 49.3%

Comments: The wood has taken charge. Doesn't appear to have the character to carry extended aging.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 巴尔维尼  The Balvenie 

Aged 14 Years, Rum Wood

ABV 47.1%

Comments: A disappointment after the class of the 1972.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 酋长的  Chieftain's 

Auchroisk 

Aged 11 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A port finish? Rather brutal and overwhelming. Was the distillery character so bland?

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The BenRiach 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 59.9%

Comments: Quite an energetic guy which needs water to be tamed. A classic light Speysider, lacking elegance though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 道格拉斯·莱恩  Douglas Laing 

Mortlach 

1992, 12 Years Old, Sherry Finish

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Little interaction going on here.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 鉴赏家的选择  Connoisseur's Choice 

Glenlossie 

1975

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Again, rather dried out. Lacks roundness and structure.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Imperial 

1991, Port Wood Finish

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Decent, but only for those with a sweet tooth.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 库珀的选择  The Cooper's Choice 

Glen Grant 

1988, 15 Years Old, Portwood

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The port is trying to give this some life, but ends up dominating.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 签署人  Signatory 

Tormore 

1989

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Inoffensive but not hugely exciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Mackillop's Choice 

Glen Keith 

1967

ABV 41.4%

Comments: Is this one of those GK peated experiments? Or made soon after? Shame it wasn't bottled five years ago when it had more life.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 伦巴第  Lombard 

Anchor Bay

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A satisfying, nourishing, clean malt. But where is the bay?

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

Tamdhu 

1981, Reserve

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Mild-mannered though some would say bland.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 格伦·斯佩  Glen Spey 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A good, solid, bone-dry malt.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 达夫敦  Dufftown 

15 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A good, mid-weight nutty style.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Cadenhead's 

Glencraig 

1981, 21 Years Old

ABV 56.2%

Comments: Pleasant, sociable. With mint tea and Moroccan food?

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 哈特兄弟  Hart Brothers 

Balmenach 

1972, 30 Years Old, Port Wood

ABV 50.1%

Comments: A shame as you don't find many wholly port pipe matured whiskies, but this has lain in the cask for too long.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Aberlour  Aberlour 

Aged 15 Years, Double Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A well balanced dram. Would have got more nerve with a bit of extra strength.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 戈登和麦克菲尔  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

1969

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Old and awaiting the grim reaper.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 签署人  Signatory 

Dallas Dhu 

1978

ABV 59.7%

Comments: A big malt, but there are some flaws suggesting this has passed its best.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Strathmill 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A dessert malt, perhaps, but for that purpose I prefer sweeter bottlings.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 林伍德  Linkwood 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A strange fellow. As if all was delivered in a dash. Then the finish seems to never end.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 鼓鼓  Drumguish 

Highland Scotch Whisky

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A newish distillery, so this whisky is still on the young side, but I like its old-fashioned grassy-peaty flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  杜瓦Rattray木桶收藏 

Miltonduff 

27岁

酒精度 51.9％

注释：分解为（通常是相互矛盾的）组成部分。缺乏平衡和连贯性

总体得分

7.4

 那家精品y威士忌公司  那个精品-y威士忌公司 

Auchroisk 

批次1

酒精度 44.7％

评论：此dram花费了很多时间，但它会及时奖励您。

总体得分

7.3

 Longmorn  朗蒙 

蒸馏器的选择

酒精度 40.0％

评论：对于美国橡木桶的爱好者。

总体得分

7.3

 麦芽大师  麦芽

大麦 酒 大师

1997年，15岁

酒精度 55.7％

评论：老实说，我希望这能带来更多，并且从年龄和力量上可以期待它。

总体得分

7.3

 那家精品y威士忌公司  那家精品y威士忌公司 

Glenallachie 

批次1

酒精度 51.7％

评论：不可能使我陷入困境。至少可以说非常有趣，非常有趣。马斯喀特/葡萄酒完成？随着我不断采样以进一步了解dram，样本完成了。

总体得分

7.3

 老麦芽桶  老麦芽 

朗肯酒桶 

陈酿19年

酒精度 50.0％

评论：一个不错的工具，但是有点薄。容易忘记。

总体得分

7.3

 浆果自己的选择  贝瑞斯自己的选择 

林伍德（ 

1993）

酒精度 46.0％

Comments: Pleasant enough.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

The Macallan 

1986, Aged 21 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Not as rich as some Macallans but not an embarrassment.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Rare Malts Selection 

Cardhu 

1973, Aged 27 Years

ABV 60.0%

Comments: I think I remember a 25 year-old Cardhu of far better charm and balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Benrinnes 

1989

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Bizarrely, the nose reminded me of an Argentinian Torrontes. Where's the famed Benrinnes meatiness?

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Dewar Rattray 

Caperdonich 

1980, 25 Years Old

ABV 53.1%

Comments: A bit dull, and there's no excuse for dull whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Imperial 

1976

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A classic malty malt. Good balance, interesting dry spiciness. Well structured, hexagonal like Bach music. For those who don't like the unexpected. I don't mean boring though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 酋长的  Chieftain's 

Banff 

1979, Aged 23 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I thought this whisky had died in the bottle, but water brought it back to life.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Signatory 

Coleburn 

1991

ABV 46.0%

评论：我仍然很高兴能够从这家漫长的酿酒厂品尝威士忌，但这对于收藏家来说确实是一种。

总体得分

7.3

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  杜瓦Rattray木桶收藏 

Cragganmore 

14年

酒精度 59.8％

评论：最好的几年。

总体得分

7.3

 苏格兰麦芽  苏格兰 

麦芽威士忌Benrinnes 1988，21 

岁

酒精度 46.3％

评论：我喜欢蘑菇，但是不喜欢一杯！正是这种发霉的味道令人不快。

总体得分

7.3

 格伦罗西斯  格伦罗西斯 

曼斯自然保护区

酒精度 43.0％

评论：有点不平衡和不稳定，对我来说不是一刀。

总体得分

7.3

 日光浴室系列  Solaria系列 

Aultmore

酒精度 67.5％

评论：就像机械师的工作服。水起到增加油和硫的作用。

总体得分

7.3

 日光浴室系列  日光浴室系列 

Artis Secretum

酒精度 67.1％

评论：驯服野兽确实可以从中受益，但并不能带来太多好处，因为它不能很好地游泳。

总体得分

7.3

 那家精品y威士忌公司  那家精品y威士忌公司 

Fettercairn 

第1批

酒精度 50.5％

评论：肯定是一个不错的晚餐前菜，我认为它可以很好地搭配烟熏肉。

总体得分

7.3

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

15岁

酒精度 40.0％

Comments: As vanilla as your 99.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 格伦罗西斯  The Glenrothes 

Vintage Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: I wanted a little more to get my teeth into.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

12 Years Old, Portwood

ABV 46.0%

Comments: No real complexity. Maybe longer in cask would have helped. Compare to\rthe Penderyn.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1991, Apples and Pears

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A strange package that almost works.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 老巴兰特鲁安  Old Ballantruan 

The 'Peated Malt'

ABV 50.0%

Comments: If you are going to drink it do it neat.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 麦卡伦  The Macallan 

Fine Oak 'Whisky Maker's Selection'

ABV 42.8%

Comments: Just didn't hang together for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Old Malt Cask 

Glenglassaugh 

Aged 30 Years

ABV 45.6%

Comments: Some delightful fruity elements but ultimately dominated by woodiness. Don't attempt if you don't like dry whisky!

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 稀有麦芽选择  Rare Malts Selection 

Aged 30 Years, Cask Strength

ABV 54.9%

Comments: I couldn't decide if this lacked a little, or was just subtle. Pleasing enough, aging with prettiness, but didn't do enough for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 哈特兄弟  Hart Brothers 

Strathisla 

34 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Ah well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 阿德菲  Adelphi 

The Macallan 

1988, 12 Years Old

ABV 57.5%

Comments: Oh what might have been...

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Speyburn  Speyburn 

Aged 10 Years

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Quite a pleasant pre-dinner dram, with light nibbles perhaps. A little shy though. Would yield more at a higher alcoholic strength or in a few years.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 格兰菲迪  Glenfiddich 

Special Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Lean, smooth and appetising.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Cadenhead's 

Allt-a-Bhainne 

Allt-a-Bhainne 1992, 9 Years Old

ABV 59.4%

Comments: A well-made light and clean dram. Will Pernod get rid of this distillery as well?

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

Chardonnay Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Hmmm. Not quite as well structured as I might have wished. I prefer the old Glen Moray to this, which has its moments, but tends to be a little awkward.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Craigellachie 

16 Years Old

ABV 60.7%

Comments: It’s good, but can’t help thinking it might be better as an 18 year old.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 苏格兰麦芽威士忌协会  The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

Mannochmore 

64.17 – Oozes Juiciness, 1992, 16 Years Old

ABV 54.7%

Comments: A teasing nose and an assertive palate. A dash of water reconcile both.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 本·布拉肯  Ben Bracken 

Speyside

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A perfectly serviceable dram. Easy drinking, but quickly forgotten.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 卡杜  Cardhu 

Amber Rock

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Shame about the palate as the nose showed quite a bit of promise.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 斯科特的选择  Scott's Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1980, 31 Years Old

ABV 45.5%

Comments: Given its colour and shallow aromatic profile, this whisky has certainly 'slept'

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 威尔逊和摩根  Wilson & Morgan 

Macduff 

1989, Port Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Inoffensive, but what's the point?

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

Signature Malt 1989, 16 Years Old

ABV 57.6%

Comments: A little sour for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 浆果自己的选择  Berrys' Own Selection 

Longmorn 

1992

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Pleasant enough malt, but a little unexciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 老麦芽桶  Old Malt Cask 

Aultmore 

1989, Aged 16 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: OK, fine, solid. Whisky should be more though, right?

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 巴尔维尼  The Balvenie 

Aged 17 Years, New Wood

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Attractive in the glass, with a pleasant nose, rich in dessert notes, but is let down by a slight astringency in the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

  Cadenhead's 

Glenglassaugh 

26 Years Old

ABV 51.1%

Comments: This has dried out to a point where it is aggressive and unbalanced.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

  Cadenhead's Authentic Collection 

Convalmore 

Convalmore-Glenlivet, Aged 26 Years

ABV 61.4%

Comments: A welcome opportunity to taste a rare whisky, though it was never a classic, and in this instance is over the hill (or the Conval Hills?).

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 稀有麦芽选择  罕见的

麦芽 选择 科尔本1979年，享年

21岁

酒精度 59.4％

评论：尽管得分很低，但按照Coleburn的标准来说还是不错的。鼻子和结局令人印象深刻。

总体得分

7.2

 格兰菲迪  格兰菲迪 

12岁，特别储备

酒精度 40.0％

评论：随和，新鲜和水果味，但味觉并没有反映出鼻子的活泼。

总体得分

7.2

 格伦·柯克  格伦柯克 

8岁

酒精度 40.0％

注释：风味不能结合在一起。缺乏圆度。

总体得分

7.2

 坦那武林  塔姆纳武林 

12岁

酒精度 40.0％

评论：奇怪的是，标签上都说“自然采光”

总体得分

7.2

 老麦芽桶  老麦芽桶 

Benrinnes 1994，14 

岁

酒精度 50.0％

评论：有人吃过稀有牛排吗？

总体得分

7.1

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  杜瓦Rattray木桶收藏 

Dufftown 1976，32 

岁

酒精度 55.4％

评论：恐怕不适合我。

总体得分

7.1

 卡登黑德的毒液  Cadenhead的Duthies 

Cragganmore 

15岁

酒精度 46.0％

评论：鼻子奇特，但味蕾适中。

总体得分

7.1

 麦芽大师  Malt Inchgower硕士 

，1982年，29岁

酒精度 53.9％

评论：我是Inchgower的粉丝，但我想从这个时代的威士忌中得到更多。

总体得分

7.1

 格伦·莫瑞（Glen Moray）  Glen Moray 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A sweet, soft and mellow fruitiness. Too much is too much sometimes.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

  Dewar Rattray 

Glenglassaugh 

1976, 29 Years Old

ABV 53.0%

Comments: A strange cask, which has produced an unusual malt whisky. Could be to some people's tastes but not mine.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 荒野女王  The Queen of the Moorlands 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Has nothing to be ashamed of, but could do with more action at the front end.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Imperial 

1990, Sherry Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Drier and nuttier than the port, but again the finish is in charge.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 格伦洛西  Glenlossie 

10 Years Old

ABV 45.0%

Comments: Attractive enough but hardly complex.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1957, 50 Years Old, Cask No. 2, Sherry Hogshead

ABV 46.2%

Comments: An old fellow which has been drowned in oak. Where is the distillery character?

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1969, 39 Years Old, Cask No. 3188

ABV 55.0%

Comments: Big and tannic. Would add structure to a blend.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 酋长的  Chieftain's 

Benrinnes 

Aged 10 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: For me this has been bottled too early and before the sulphuriness of youth has been fully matured out.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 威米斯复古麦芽  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1993, Dried Fruit Basket

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Certainly lively, but a little too astringent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 韦德拉姆  The Wee Dram 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Metallic flavour seems dominant, and the rest doesn't hold together.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 詹姆斯·麦克阿瑟（James MacArthur）的旧大师  James MacArthur's Old Masters 

Glentauchers 

1990, 14 Years Old

ABV 58.8%

Comments: No maturation.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 杜瓦拉特雷  杜瓦Rattray 

Craigellachie享年 

15岁

酒精度 54.9％

评论：除了在劣质木材上成熟外，似乎在蒸馏时也遇到了问题。令人失望。

总体得分

7.0

 詹姆斯·麦克阿瑟（James MacArthur）的旧大师  詹姆斯·麦克阿瑟（James MacArthur）1992年的大师大师 

史卓斯米尔 

酒精度 64.2％

评论：这种装瓶强烈地表现出木质的干燥感，似乎是艾莱岛（Islay）山谷威士忌的特征。水带出Strathmill的马斯喀特香气。

总体得分

7.0

 戈登和麦克菲尔  高登（Gordon）和

麦克菲 （MacPhail） Convalmore，

1960年，稀有

酒精度 40.0％

评论：在相当年轻的时候，康瓦尔莫尔并不是最大的麦芽。尽管已经有40多年的历史了，但它却具有一些美味，尽管其中大多数是波旁威士忌。

总体得分

7.0

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul逝世 

10年

酒精度 40.0％

评论：有点令人失望。

总体得分

7.0

 格林德莱的选择  Grindlay精选 

2006年单桶发布

酒精度 64.1％

评论：白垩质感可以与所有这些口味很好地搭配。

总体得分

7.0

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

发行III，1962年，46岁，酒桶编号2647

酒精度 52.0％

评论：煮熟了。

总体得分

6.9

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

发行II，1960年，46岁，酒桶编号1773

酒精度 43.8％

评论：对不起，但这不是老威士忌给我的。

总体得分

6.9

 麦吉本的起源  麦吉本的 

物产林伍德（Linkwood） 

1996年，10岁，雪利酒成熟

酒精度 46.0％

评论：还没有生命。

总体得分

6.9

 哈里斯威士忌  哈里斯威士忌 

16岁，不普通

酒精度 53.1％

评论：那些喜欢用舌头动作的人会醒来。经典的波旁威士忌成熟，勾勒出浮躁的性格。

总体得分

6.9

 Celtique Connexion  Celtique Connexion 

Mortlach， 

1989年，《精神安全与木桶精选》

酒精度 43.0％

评论：木材贡献不足。缺乏复杂性。

总体得分

6.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

单一麦芽苏格兰威士忌

酒精度 40.0％

评论：不引人注目且相当容易忘记。青春不会成为现实。

总体得分

6.8

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶发行III，1959年，酒桶 

编号3227

酒精度 50.9％

评论：很棒的年份（！），但是对我来说桶装时间太长了。

总体得分

6.8

 老球场酒店  老路线酒店 

，享年12岁，斯佩塞德单一麦芽

酒精度 43.0％

评论：好的，但是考虑到周围有那么多美妙的威士忌，这种威士忌会迷路。

总体得分

6.8

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

发行II，1957年，49岁，酒桶编号2115

酒精度 46.5％

评论：我有不断重复自己的感觉。看来我已经吞下了西班牙橡树林。

总体得分

6.8

 老麦芽桶  11年以上的老麦芽酒桶 

格兰特 

酒庄，葡萄酒完成

酒精度 50.0％

评论：似乎拼凑在一起。

总体得分

6.8

 本纳奇  Bennachie 

21岁

酒精度 40.0％

评论：有点奇怪的麦芽。

总体得分

6.8

 本纳奇  Bennachie 

17岁

酒精度 40.0％

评论：轻巧但令人愉悦，带有精致和复杂性。

总体得分

6.8

 本纳奇  Bennachie 

10岁

酒精度 40.0％

评论：体面但不令人兴奋。

总体得分

6.8

 浆果自己的选择  贝里斯（Berrys）自己选择的 

Strathmill 

1974

酒精度 57.0％

评论：真是可惜。

总体得分

6.7

 Craigellachie  Craigellachie 

2002 8岁

酒精度 60.3％

评论：各种要素在我看来并不是平衡的。

总体得分

6.7

  Cadenhead's 

Banff 

24岁

酒精度 58.3％

评论：这大概是12年前的一半。

总体得分

6.7

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  杜瓦Rattray木桶收藏 

Glenglassaugh 

1986年，21岁

酒精度 53.4％

评论：酒桶暴政的一个很好的例子。雪利酒就像海啸一样。不赚四分之一！

总体得分

6.6

 敲门  1990年的Knockando 

酒精度 40.0％

评论：简单，吸引人且易于饮用。

总体得分

6.6

 皮蒂维奇  Pittyvaich享年 

12岁

酒精度 43.0％

评论：迄今为止最富有的人，但都是以木材为主导。

总体得分

6.6

 威士忌展  威士忌展 

麦卡伦 

1971年，现年35岁，奥洛罗索·雪莉·伍德（Olorosso Sherry Wood）

酒精度 35.0％

评论：没有平衡，太多的木头，这种威士忌已经超过了酒桶的寿命。

总体得分

6.5

 詹姆斯·麦克阿瑟（James MacArthur）的旧大师  詹姆斯·麦克阿瑟（James MacArthur）的《

阿尔塔·拜恩 大师》 1995年，十岁

酒精度 58.9％

评论：侵略性的小桶朋克：西德·麦克维（Sid McVicious）？它可能在美食上用作油性鱼的腌料或在调味料中的应用。

总体得分

6.5

 Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏  Gordon＆MacPhail Private Collection 

Mortlach 

1951

酒精度 42.0％

评论：就鼻子上的所有利益而言，这不是一个很好的饮酒体验。

总体得分

6.5

 戈登和麦克菲尔  高登（Gordon）和

麦克菲 （MacPhail） Glentauchers 

1990

酒精度 40.0％

评论：随和，但没有什么太令人兴奋的。

总体得分

6.5

 Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏  Gordon＆MacPhail私人收藏 

Imperial 

1990，卡尔瓦多斯完成

酒精度 40.0％

评论：如同上一期所评论的Caol Ila木材饰面一样，calvados具有强大的影响力，但威士忌的确反击了后味，形成了一种有趣的组合。

总体得分

6.4

 Glenfarclas家庭酒桶  Glenfarclas家庭酒桶 

发行II，1969年，38岁，酒桶编号3185

酒精度 56.5％

评论：对我来说太多木头了。我喜欢凉茶，但不喜欢注入橡木桶。

总体得分

6.3

 皮蒂维奇  Pittyvaich享年 

12岁

酒精度 43.0％

评论：全方位的怪异威士忌。讨人喜欢的角色，但感觉不对。

总体得分

6.3

 苏格兰的伦巴第珠宝  苏格兰

Mortlach的 Lombard珠宝 

1990

酒精度 50.0％

评论：差。

总体得分

6.3

 苏格兰的伦巴第珠宝  

苏格兰伦巴 第珠宝 Caperdonich 

1968

酒精度 46.0％

评论：就像是一间尘土飞扬的老房子，正在为新主人清理。

总体得分

6.3

 杜瓦拉特拉木桶收藏  杜瓦Rattray木桶收藏 

Strathmill 1991，17 

岁

酒精度 60.0％

评论：差。“英国雪利酒”完成了吗？

总体得分

6.1

 达夫敦  Dufftown 

15岁

酒精度 43.0％

评论：出色的开胃麦芽。

总体得分

6.0

 麦卡伦  麦卡伦 

30年

酒精度 43.0％

评论：表面处理的确具有与'46或25岁相同的轻松魅力。耸人听闻的鼻子。

总体得分

7.5

 

 

 

Glen Mhor 

1982, 27 Years Old

ABV 54.2%

Comments: An assertive character. A complex nose, a less enticing palate though. But water cuts the edge and makes it conversational. Needs time to 'relax'

OVERALL SCORE

8.0

 The Cooper's Choice  The Cooper's Choice 

The Glenlivet 

1975, 32 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Somehow manages to be light in character but deep in weight.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Cragganmore 

1997

ABV 58.6%

Comments: A charming “whispering” whisky. Perfect to greet springtime. Needs a few drops of water to sooth down the alcohol bite.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Dewar Rattray  Dewar Rattray 

Cragganmore 

1997, 12 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The low aromatics knock it down but has real palate presence.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Duncan Taylor Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Tormore 

2005, 8 Years Old

ABV 52.1%

Comments: I think the age explains the chameleon character but I enjoyed its cheekiness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Glenrothes  The Glenrothes 

Elder’s Reserve

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Better with time, this is a dram full of energy and life, but little immature on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Glen Moray 

1991, 21 Years Old

ABV 60.7%

Comments: A sassy dram and very assured of itself – delicious aperitif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Linkwood  Linkwood 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Linkwood always evokes thoughts of sweetmeats. This one seems a particularly sweet interpetation.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

Mastery

ABV 52.3%

Comments: Fun little number, stylish – not 100 per cent convinced on the substance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Berry Bros. & Rudd  Berry Bros. & Rudd 

Glenlossie 

1992, 23 Years Old, Cask #3473

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I’ll have mine straight up please, bartender.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release X, 1957

ABV 43.7%

Comments: On one hand, I admire how one-dimensional this is, but it isn't going to be for everyone.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1993, 18 Years Old

ABV 58.7%

Comments: Needs a drop of water to open it up.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1965, 46 Years Old

ABV 53.7%

Comments: This whisky has certainly lost its balance. You have got to like oaky whiskies. I miss the distillery character.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Duncan Taylor Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Mortlach 

1989, 22 Years Old

ABV 52.1%

Comments: A good example of mature Mortlach character without the close attentions of oak.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1952, 55 Years Old, Cask No. 1713, Plain Hogshead

ABV 47.3%

Comments: A tired cask ? An unusual taste. There is a dour note in this whisky which is not attractive but the salty flavour is appetising. I am puzzled!

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Scotch Malt Whisky Society  The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

Ardmore 

66.27 – Foodie Dram

ABV 52.3%

Comments: The nose is richer than the palate. Seems a bit uncoordinated,like a young untamed horse.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Pittyvaich  Pittyvaich 

20 Years Old

ABV 57.5%

Comments: That whisky definitely needs water to cut the edges. Incredibly oily. With\ra good dash of water, refreshing and invigorating.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Mannochmore  Mannochmore 

18 Years Old

ABV 54.9%

Comments: The nose lets you expect more sweetness. Oak is overwhelming on\rthe palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release II, 1967, 40 Years Old, Cask No. 5117

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Ah,when sherry gives more than wood,the tastebuds give an applause.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release II, 1952, 54 Years Old, Cask No. 1710

ABV 41.9%

Comments: From the nose to the palate,we know that we are in front of a very old whisky. The nose is superb but the\rwood signature is too assertive on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

The Coopers Choice Single Cask Selection

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Somehow manages to be light in character but deep in weight.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Dewar Rattray  Dewar Rattray 

Glen Spey 

11 Years Old

ABV 59.0%

Comments: It's a cad pursuing an innocent girl. The big bad wolf after little Red Riding Hood.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Longmorn 

1988

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Well balanced. A real wee sweetie.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The BenRiach  The BenRiach 

Aged 15 Years, Dark Rum Wood Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Works pretty well. Rum in a supporting role, putting a different spin on the whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1974

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Very elegant and balanced on the nose. Oak tends to show off but the dram keeps its charm though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Glenrothes  The Glenrothes 

1994

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A full-on, after dinner style and a bold, characterful spirit.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Convalmore  Convalmore 

28 Years Old, Cask Strength

ABV 57.9%

Comments: A lot going on in this whisky; can't help thinking about a Mint Julep, though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside  Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside 

The BenRiach 

1976 (bottled for Craigellachie Hotel)

ABV 57.6%

Comments: Rich and viscous and packed with flavour. Develops some elegance with water.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Chivas Brothers  Chivas Brothers 

Caperdonich 

1988, 16 Years Old, Cask Strength Edition

ABV 55.8%

Comments: Promises more than it delivers. Try it with sweet Turkish coffee or espresso.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Miltonduff 

1993

ABV 61.8%

Comments: Has a punchy refreshing quality. Worth a look.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Dun Bheagan  Dun Bheagan 

Convalmore 

1975, Aged 28 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Better on nose than palate where it's just tipping over into the woody stage. Good though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

The Glenlivet 

1973

ABV 55.9%

Comments: Has maturity and some elegance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Vintage House  The Vintage House 

The Macallan 

Aged 16 Years, Burgundy Finish

ABV 56.1%

Comments: Fair balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Connoisseurs Choice  Connoisseurs Choice 

The BenRiach 

1981

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The bourbon cask influence is obvious. A refreshing dram but simplistic. Water ruins it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Cellar Collection, 1964

ABV 45.1%

Comments: After that sensuous aroma, the palate is subtle to the point of reticence. Still interesting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

27 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: An extra layer of maturity. Sweet and ripe but holding age pretty well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Longmorn 

1990, Aged 14 Years

ABV 55.3%

Comments: More about feel than flavour. Seems pent up.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Creamy soft and easy to drink. A good everyday drinker.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Rare Malts Selection  Rare Malts Selection 

Benrinnes 

Aged 21 Years

ABV 60.4%

Comments: Soft yet savoury. Mortlach's little brother and a forgotten classic.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Murray McDavid Mission  Murray McDavid Mission 

Dallas Dhu 

1979

ABV 46.0%

Comments: This take a LONG time to open, but is worth it when it does.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Rare Malts Selection  Rare Malts Selection 

Auchroisk 

1974, Aged 28 Years

ABV 56.8%

Comments: Delightful nose, palate pretty firm.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

1972

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Hard to find Linkwood delicacy and elegance in this version. Probably not from outstanding sherry casks.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Macallan  The Macallan 

Elegancia

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A (deliberately) lighter style of Macallan. Wonder how the purists will take it?

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Wilson & Morgan  Wilson & Morgan 

The Macallan 

1990, Marsala Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: It doesn't quite hang together, but hits the mouth in three totally separate sections. I can understand the underlying idea, it just hasn't been pulled off.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Scotch Malt Whisky Society  The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

The Macallan 

24.48 – 11 Years Old

ABV 57.8%

Comments: It is always interesting to taste a Macallan that is less sherried than usual. This one could have been rounder.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

The Glenlivet 

2.35 – 24 Years Old

ABV 61.0%

Comments: Full-on but distillery character is obliterated

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  Signatory 

The Glenrothes 

1990

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Good, but not as good as the distillery bottlings.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Montgomerie's  Montgomerie's 

The Macallan 

1989 Single Cask

ABV 46.0%

Comments: This is Macallan?? Either a peated experiment at the distillery or it's been filled into an ex-Caol Ila cask.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Mannochmore  Mannochmore 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A lovely sweet, frothy, summery dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

  Lombard 

Glen Grant 

1964

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Interesting and while not overly woody (given its age) one for sherried malt lovers only.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Hart Brothers  Hart Brothers 

Glen Grant 

1972, 29 Years Old, Sherrywood

ABV 53.6%

Comments: Glen Grant was one of the first malts to be bottled as a single malt, in the days when light-tasting spirits were often filled into heavy sherry casks. I have always felt that this overwhelms the spirit. This example is better balanced than most.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

Cask Collection, Reserve Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: It is great to see three such individual characters and I enjoyed them all on their own merit. I would love to see this one at a slightly higher strength.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Glenrothes  The Glenrothes 

Vintage 16 Years Old, 1995

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Drinkable enough, but marked down for its 'fousty' nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Benromach  Benromach 

15 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: One for trying cold from the fridge; well, why not? It has some lovely sherry edges to it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Cadenhead's Duthies  Cadenhead's Duthies 

Glen Grant 

13 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Decent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Duncan Taylor Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Longmorn 

1996, 17 Years Old

ABV 52.6%

Comments: A fine example of a dram that hides it light under a bushel.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Lady of the Glen  Lady of the Glen 

10 Years Old

ABV 61.3%

Comments: A delightful single malt, something for the hip flask and the hills. Will certainly keep you warm.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 The Maltman  The Maltman 

The Macallan 

20 Years Old

ABV 50.7%

Comments: Takes the best aspects of the other two Macallans and magnifies them.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Aultmore  Aultmore 

21 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Surprised the flavour did not follow up as expected on the intriguing nose, yet there is something which keeps me coming back for more.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Allt-a-Bhainne 

Batch 1

ABV 49.2%

Comments: A little lightweight, but not without its fruity merits.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Batch 1

ABV 51.5%

Comments: Quite an unusual taste. Fresh and surprisingly sweet.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

1977, Vintage Sherry Cask

ABV 54.9%

Comments: Fairly lightweight, with a couple of decent Tapas-influenced twists.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Linkwood 

1991, Apple Pastry

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Nothing wrong with this, perhaps a little dry for my tastes, but has some interesting top notes to explore.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

Single Sherry Cask

ABV 54.9%

Comments: A great well looked after dram, a venerable age but still show some freshness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release X, 1963

ABV 46.5%

Comments: A venerable whisky but the oak is showing signs of taking over command.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release X, 1963

ABV 46.5%

Comments: A venerable whisky but the oak is showing signs of taking command.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1981 Plain Hogshead

ABV 50.8%

Comments: Perfect 'herbal malt-tea'

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Cadenhead's Duthies  Cadenhead's Duthies 

Glen Grant 

13 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Decent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Boisdale  Boisdale 

Mortlach 

Speyside, Cask No. 4234

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Not as oaky on the palate as expected from the nose.Lacks subtlety. The nose is not specially inviting. Water\renhances bitterness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Tamnavulin 

1977, 30 Years Old, Bourbon Cask

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Seems to hesitate between sweet and dry. Water gets the balance right.

OVERALL SCORE

7.9

 Duncan Taylor Rare Auld  Duncan Taylor Rare Auld 

Glen Grant 

1974, 34 Years Old

ABV 51.5%

Comments: Too dry and bitter for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The BenRiach  The BenRiach 

22 Years Old Moscatel

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I’m not sure where those dominant fruit aromas went, but they were edged out by those richer notes. Still a good drop.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release X, 1992

ABV 55.8%

Comments: Probably a sherry first fill. The wood is the leader. Fruit is in an oaky cage. I know some people love it that way. I look for more balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Benrinnes 

Batch 1

ABV 48.9%

Comments: A slightly austere character but well balanced as well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

1995, 14 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Evokes more a watercolour. But it does not have the character of a late Turner though. A very pleasant dram when a need for peace,quiet and comfort.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Tamdhu 

1980, 12 Years Old

ABV 57.1%

Comments: An enticing note and a more 'square'

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Strathmill 

1976, 31 Years Old

ABV 48.4%

Comments: All was going so well then the finish undoes all the good work. Ultimately unbalanced. Still at least my breath smells minty fresh.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Duncan Taylor, The NC2 Range  Duncan Taylor, The NC2 Range 

Imperial 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: An aperitif dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Lonach Collection  The Lonach Collection 

Glen Grant 

31 Years Old

ABV 42.4%

Comments: A reticent nose is completely eclipsed by a huge but uncomplicated palate. Benefits greatly from water.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Cooper's Choice  The Cooper's Choice 

Inchgower 

1980, Sherry Cask

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I enjoyed it, but I am sensitive to that sulphur/meaty character of certain sherry casks. That finish is a hindrance to the drink, not a help.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Adelphi  Adelphi 

Tamdhu 

1985, 15 Years Old

ABV 55.3%

Comments: Judging from the very pale colour, the wood did not have much positive input. Hence, perhaps, the lack of Tamdhu's sometime elegance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Solaria Series  The Solaria Series 

Whisky Illuminati 

Craigellachie

ABV 67.9%

Comments: Despite the searing ABV there is flavour here, in time it reveals a balanced character. Water ramps up the sweetness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Allt A Bhainne  Allt A Bhainne 

Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A simple and straightforward enough whisky, the smoke teasing the palate just a little.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glen Elgin  Glen Elgin 

Aged 18 Years, Special Release

ABV 54.8%

Comments: If you like vanilla…

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Benromach  Benromach 

Triple Distilled

ABV 50.0%

Comments: The most boring fellow at the party.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Douglas Laing  Douglas Laing 

Single Minded 

Speyside, Aged 15 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: For the Dr Jekylls and Mr Hydes out there.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Douglas of Drumlanrig  Douglas of Drumlanrig 

Craigellachie 

12 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The palate confirms the nose with dominant oak. Water tends to tone the wood down a little. It lacks balance for me. But those who like oakiness will enjoy.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glenglassaugh 

1983

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A somewhat austere but well structured whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Whisky Fair  The Whisky Fair 

Tomatin 

1984, 22 Years Old

ABV 0.0%

Comments: A well structured old lad but it seems to have lost some vigour. The palate is still vivid but the nose is weakening

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

19 Years Old

ABV 57.4%

Comments: The distillery character is dominated by the sherry one. And the high strength makes it even more blatant.\rA drop of water eases it a little.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Speyburn 

1973

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Another light-tasting malt that blossoms with age. Its flavours belie the use of a malt that is scarcely peated.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

Mountain Oak, The Final Release

ABV 58.6%

Comments: More of a whisky spread than a drink. For those with a sweet tooth.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  The Lonach Collection 

The Glenrothes 

35 Years Old

ABV 40.2%

Comments: Old with a certain sexy, slinky quality.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Single Malts of Scotland  The Single Malts of Scotland 

Ardmore 

1994, 11 Years Old

ABV 60.8%

Comments: Speyside you say, eh? A real region buster, and I loved that sootiness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Duncan Taylor  Duncan Taylor 

Strathisla 

Aged 37 Years, Cask 1332

ABV 47.6%

Comments: Highly attractive. Worth having a look at.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Strathmill 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 63.5%

Comments: Shows good complexity, just tipped slightly into the oak camp.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Macallan  The Macallan 

8 Years Old, Fine Oak

ABV 0.0%

Comments: Fresh and young, but balanced with good feel. Have it long.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Balvenie  The Balvenie 

PortWood 1989

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Not the depth of the PortWood 21 Years Old, but thoroughly enjoyable.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The MacPhail's Collection  The MacPhail's Collection 

Tamdhu 

30 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Just enough oak for structure. A real surprise for a distillery which can often be pretty bland.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Connoisseur's Choice  Connoisseur's Choice 

Dailuaine 

1975

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A rich beast of a dram from another often overlooked still.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside  Craigellachie Hotel of Speyside 

Craigellachie 

2003 Single Cask Bottling, 1982, 21 Years Old

ABV 57.7%

Comments: Decent balance, but very nervy.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Cadenhead's 

Glenglassaugh 

25 Years Old

ABV 45.2%

Comments: A spiky mix of apple and grass. Intriguing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Speyburn  Speyburn 

16 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: One of the most assertive, flavoursome examples of Speyburn I have tasted. A pretty whisky from a pretty distillery.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Gordon & MacPhail 

The Macallan 

1993, Speymalt

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A lovely and quite complex range of flavours and textures. A palate whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Benromach 

1973

ABV 40.0%

Comments: After a weekend walk in the country? Mid to late afternoon. Who needs tea? Just a slice of fruit pie and a generous dram of Benromach.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

Rich Oak

ABV 40.0%

Comments: It’s a decent enough dram but just falls flat in the mouth. More alcohol would have helped methinks.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Tomintoul 

Batch 1

ABV 47.8%

Comments: I’d like to get my hands on a bottle of this, lots to hold your attention.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Vanilla Burst

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Doesn't do itself many favours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The BenRiach  The BenRiach 

Peated Quarter Casks

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Not really doing anything for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Speyside Whisky Liqueur, 10 Years Old

ABV 37.0%

Comments: Would make a good Rusty Nail.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Aultmore  Aultmore 

18 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Water washes out some of the interesting characters. The palate wasn’t as expressive as the nose, but is still pleasant.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The BenRiach  The BenRiach 

10 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: An attractive nose, perfect for summer sipping, though hides more of a punch than expected.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Linkwood 

2000, Summer Orchard

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A pleasant refreshing feel on the palate but a thin aromatic profile.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Scott's Selection  Scott's Selection 

Speyside 

1993

ABV 61.5%

Comments: A little sulphurous on the nose but the palate seems to pull it together.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Dewar Rattray  Dewar Rattray 

Stronachie 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Well balanced and aromatic. Honey is the key element.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 A. D. Rattray's  A. D. Rattray's 

Whisky Experience 

Malt 2, 2002, 9 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: The palate is more appealing than the nose. A pleasant dram, leaving a fresh\rfeeling. Better neat than diluted.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

105 Cask Strength, 40 Years Old

ABV 60.0%

Comments: The nose was promising but the palate is too woody for me. And the alcohol is not mastered.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Mortlach 

16 Years Old

ABV 55.5%

Comments: One more example of unbalanced oakiness. That sensation of nosing and tasting oak juice is not\rvery exciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Tomatin 

1975, 31 Years Old

ABV 50.0%

Comments: On the oakyside. Too old? Lacks subtleness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Dalmore 

1997

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The grassy profile of this whisky is too much.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

12 Years Old, Oloroso Sherry Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Very shy almost embarassed. Don't be, Tomintoul.Shout it out!

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1990, Coconut Cream

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Light, but a good aperitif. Have it with ice.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Benromach 

1980

ABV 58.6%

Comments: Another vibrant springtime aperitif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Caperdonich 

Rum Finish, 33 Years Old

ABV 49.2%

Comments: They've done their best to improve a poor cask, but it's one note all the way.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Chieftain's  Chieftain's 

Imperial 

Aged 24 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: One for the palate and not the nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glen Grant 

1972, 33 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: After a nose that can only be described as 'hairy'

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Whisky Galore  Whisky Galore 

Mortlach 

1988, Aged 16 Year, Cask Strength

ABV 57.9%

Comments: Speyside style.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Longmorn 

1990

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A perfectly pretty dram but it is almost too light. Even delicate whiskies need backbone.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Single Malts of Scotland  The Single Malts of Scotland 

Linkwood 

1993, Aged 12 Years, Sherry Butt Cask 3517

ABV 59.1%

Comments: Big cask character, with spirit style just poking through. The spirit seemed at odds with the cask perhaps.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 James MacArthur's Old Masters  James MacArthur's Old Masters 

The Glenrothes 

1988

ABV 53.5%

Comments: A mellow character with integrated flavours rather than an individual sequence.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

12 Years Old, First Fill Sherry Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Attractive, versatile.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Duncan Taylor  Duncan Taylor 

Glen Keith 

1971, Aged 33 Years, Cask 8066

ABV 50.8%

Comments: Overwooded.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Chivas Brothers  Chivas Brothers 

Glen Grant 

1989, Aged 14 Years, Cask Strength

ABV 55.3%

Comments: A midsummer's night dream dram. So delicate, so rich but without ostentation.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Gordon & MacPhail 

Mortlach 

1980

ABV 63.8%

Comments: The unusually high strength of this 23 Years Old malt makes it taste younger. Water tames the spirit but heightens woodiness. Lacks delicacy.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Whisky Exchange  The Whisky Exchange 

Glen Grant 

31 Years Old

ABV 56.9%

Comments: With water, more toffeish malt notes emerge in the middle, but the wood is very dominating.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A pleasant anytime dram. Very refreshing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

  Chieftain's 

Auchroisk 

Aged 11 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Has retained the distillery character but given it a sweeter lift.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

12 Years Old, Chenin Blanc Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Glen Moray 12 Years Old used to be a bastion of ultra-malty simplicity. No more. Chenin Blanc barrels have added a delightful dimension.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Mortlach  Mortlach 

1980, 17 Years Old, Cask Strength

ABV 63.1%

Comments: A big, rich interpretation; an outstanding digestif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Signatory  Signatory 

Glenlossie 

1980

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Delicate, appetising and refreshing, but falls away in the middle.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Wilson & Morgan  Wilson & Morgan 

Longmorn 

1990 Marsala Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: One way to get people to rediscover Marsala, but what we need is to get them to discover Longmorn. More Sicilian than Speyside.

OVERALL SCORE

7.8

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

1998, 9 Years Old

ABV 54.4%

Comments: Areal charmer.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

Malt Master's Edition

ABV 43.0%

Comments: What’s going on up in Dufftown?There seems to be a new ‘Fiddich every week –and on the strength of this that’s no bad thing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1953, The Coronation

ABV 51.1%

Comments: I liked this, despite the delicate levels of sulphur on the palate, there is still some life in this dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Speyside Whisky Liqueur, 30 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A fine addition to the ever-growing whisky liqueur category.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Berry Bros. & Rudd  Berry Bros. & Rudd 

Glen Elgin 

1995, 21 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: This goes from nought to 100 in two seconds. One minute it’s vanilla softness, the next it’s gutsy and funky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

The Glenrothes 

1997, Chocolate Orange Segment

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Interestingly, rather than dominate and deaden the whisky, the vanilla adds a creaminess to the mouthfeel that really benefits those other zanier flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Scott's Selection  Scott's Selection 

Tomatin 

1993

ABV 56.0%

Comments: Not a bad dram, a little water helps it reveal more on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 The Lonach Collection  The Lonach Collection 

The Glenrothes 

39 Years Old

ABV 42.7%

Comments: Reminds me of gentlemen's coconut oil shaving cream. If you like that,you'll love this.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Malts of Scotland  Malts of Scotland 

The Glenrothes 

1987, 22 Years Old

ABV 53.4%

Comments: There’s a lot here but it feels strangely compressed.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Syndicate 58/6  Syndicate 58/6 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Doesn’t give much away, to the point that it feels that all it gives is sweetness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Master Distiller's Reserve Small Batch

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Another interesting and more complex departure from the ‘standard’ Master Distiller’s Reserve, but not sure it’s worth twice the price of the Solera Vatted expression.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

BenRiach 

Batch 1

ABV 48.2%

Comments: Not unpleasant but one dimensional. With some astringency on the finish.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glen Grant 

1974, 37 Years Old, Cask #7643

ABV 47.8%

Comments: Clear signs of old age but well knitted together.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Clan Denny  Clan Denny 

Speyside Blended Malt

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A firm oaky character. Water cuts the edges but enhances the oak bitterness. Will suit those who like these dry whiskies.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1984 Plain Hogshead

ABV 46.3%

Comments: That whisky struggles to stand out among a flight of big sherry guys, but it is worth enjoying. Though we could have expected more character from a 27 Years Old whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Benromach  Benromach 

Burgundy Wood

ABV 45.0%

Comments: Give this whisky time to open on a sweeter side.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Duncan Taylor Rarest of the Rare  Duncan Taylor Rarest of the Rare 

Glencraig 

1974, 31 Years Old, Cask 2930

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Light on the nose, spicy on the palate. A pleasant companion for sushi or raw fish carpaccio. But lacking substance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Speyside 

1995, Chocolate Heaven

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Slightly disappointing until the finish which is worth the entry price.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glendullan  Glendullan 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Big in both body and flavours, but restrained and controlled throughout.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 James Eadie  James Eadie 

Aged 8 Years, Single Cask

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Lop-sided towards the sharper end of things. Bracing stuff…

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Berry Bros. & Rudd  Berry Bros. & Rudd 

Glentauchers 

1996, 20 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I really enjoyed the flavour journey, but the length just wasn’t there.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Benromach  Benromach 

10 Years Old, 100 Proof

ABV 57.0%

Comments: Surprisingly easy to drink neat, the palate not as alcoholic as the nose suggests.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Aultmore 

Batch 1

ABV 53.4%

Comments: An autumn dram. Pleasant but it is as if something was missing. Not completely put together.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1994, 17 Years Old

ABV 57.9%

Comments: Powerful, but fairly one-dimensional.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Scott's Selection  Scott's Selection 

Glenallachie 

1993, 19 Years Old

ABV 55.6%

Comments: The nose is pleasant but the alcohol makes it too sharp. The same with the palate. The cask has not mellowed it enough.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1978, 30 Years Old, Cask No. 626, Plain Hogshead

ABV 57.6%

Comments: Decently balanced.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

Age of Discovery

ABV 40.0%

Comments: That farmyard profile is a bit too much. And the palate is dour though sweet.\rLacks balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

25 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A dour character which lifts up on the nose but not on the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

The Glenlivet 

Aged 18 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Perfectly acceptable malt from this Speyside great.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1982, 27 Years Old

ABV 52.2%

Comments: The nose is enticing but the palate is overwhelmed by the wood. And water exacerbates the astringency.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 The Single Malts of Scotland  The Single Malts of Scotland 

Aberlour 

1992, 16 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A decent pick me up dram after work.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1971

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A little cramped on the palate but has personality.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1995, Chocolate Heaven

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Slightly disappointing until the finish which is worth the entry price.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Dufftown 

1977, Aged 30 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Has a cleanliness and delicacy but lacking in impact overall. You expect complexity from old whiskies.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Ardmore 

1977, 30 Years Old

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Oak is prevailing, especially on the palate. Lacks balance and charm.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Cardhu  Cardhu 

Special Cask Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: The first nose is not promising then the sweet maltiness wraps it in a more pleasant dress. You've got to have a taste for sweet drinks.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 The BenRiach  The BenRiach 

Curiositas Peated Malt, Aged 10 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Well balanced. Though peaty it doesn't have the marine phenolics usually encountered on the coast.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Square Barrel  Square Barrel 

Aultmore 

Aged 16 Years

ABV 49.0%

Comments: Cask driven and enjoyable without being particularly exciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

  Dewar Rattray 

Craigellachie 

1989, 16 Years Old

ABV 54.7%

Comments: The different elements haven't been pulled together. A better cask would have given some order and control.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Harris Whisky  Harris Whisky 

Tamdhu 

14 Years Old

ABV 58.5%

Comments: At last something to get to grips with.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1975

ABV 54.0%

Comments: This is a big mean mother whose youthful charms have been lashed into submission by oak.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 The Lonach Collection  The Lonach Collection 

Caperdonich 

33 Years Old

ABV 41.9%

Comments: A well knitted dram. On the fruit side. More complex than it appears. Oak is well integrated. A pity such a treasure is lost!

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Harris Whisky  Harris Whisky 

Aged 13 Years, Cask 7014

ABV 55.9%

Comments: Some attractive elements but a little clumsy and adolescent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 The Whisky Exchange  The Whisky Exchange 

Glenfarclas 

1974, 30 Years Old

ABV 50.5%

Comments: A lot of elegance and distinction but as if it has lost health. Surprisingly enough, waters boosts it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Aberlour  Aberlour 

Warehouse No.1

ABV 59.1%

Comments: Decent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Douglas Laing  Douglas Laing 

Benrinnes 

1990, Aged 14 Years, Single Cask Sherry Finish

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Needs a bit more in the middle.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Duncan Taylor  Duncan Taylor 

Caperdonich 

1969, 34 Years Old

ABV 41.0%

Comments: Quite engaging, but just past its best.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Duncan Taylor  Duncan Taylor 

Knockando 

1980, 23 Years Old, Cask 1913

ABV 47.0%

Comments: Knockando is always a well-mannered whisky, although this expression seems a tad tired.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Connoisseur's Choice  Connoisseur's Choice 

Mosstowie 

1979

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A nostalgic reminder of the Lomond still, though I had forgotten it could produce such sweet whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Signatory  Signatory 

Cragganmore 

1989

ABV 55.7%

Comments: Lacks the complexity you expect from Cragganmore.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Celtic Heartlands  Celtic Heartlands 

The Macallan 

1968

ABV 40.2%

Comments: Light but attractive.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Dalwhinnie  Dalwhinnie 

29 Years Old

ABV 57.8%

Comments: Seems reluctant to open.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Dun Bheagan  Dun Bheagan 

Mortlach 

Aged 10 Years, Port Finish

ABV 55.0%

Comments: Mortlach is usually a supple, muscular malt. At ten years, this already seems a trifle tired.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Chieftain's  Chieftain's 

The Glenrothes 

1992, Aged 10 Years, Port Finish

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The nose suggests this was in sherry before being in Port. Has Glenrothes character but a bit dry.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Celtique Connexion  Celtique Connexion 

Speyside 1989, Sauternes Wood Finish

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The wood has a fair say in things, the Sauternes playing a subtle role in it all.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

  Cadenhead's 

Imperial 

The Glenlivet 1977, 24 Years Old

ABV 57.6%

Comments: It wears its heart on its sleeve, and its big heart.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Signatory  Signatory 

The GlenDronach 

1976, Cask Strength

ABV 53.1%

Comments: An enjoyable malt, but Glendronach is capable of more.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

  Mackillop's Choice 

Tomintoul 

1966

ABV 46.5%

Comments: Delicate, light and simple.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Glendullan  Glendullan 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A son of the soil. I would like to pit its spicy flavours against a good haggis.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 The Balvenie  The Balvenie 

21 Years Old Portwood Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A decent and solid drop, not much to complain about here really.

OVERALL SCORE

7.7

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Glen Grant 

1993

ABV 53.8%

Comments: No real depth or complexity.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Glenburgie 

1992, 21 Years Old

ABV 0.0%

Comments: I prefer to dilute this one as it smoothes off the edges.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Berry Bros. & Rudd  Berry Bros. & Rudd 

The Classic Range 

Sherry Cask Matured Blended Malt

ABV 44.2%

Comments: Serious sherry influence here, but the sulphur punches a little too much for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Convalmore  Convalmore 

32 Years Old, Special Release

ABV 48.2%

Comments: The wood just didn’t give much; lacks the diversity of flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 SPEY  SPEY 

Fumare

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The main interest with this is the oily mouthfeel. A balanced, easy-drinking dram that I could drink a lot of in one sitting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Aultmore  Aultmore 

12 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Slightly puzzling at first but grew on me as I let it air.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Longmorn 

1992, 19 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Big and interesting, but seems to be all on the nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 The Balvenie  The Balvenie 

Tun 1401, Batch 5

ABV 50.1%

Comments: Up front sweetness at first but in time there is more than just sugar here.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Linkwood 

Cote Rotie, 1991, 20 Years Old

ABV 45.0%

Comments: For me the cask is over-dominant.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Cragganmore 

1989, Lemon Grove

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A cool summer dessert that acts as an ideal wake-me-up.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Duncan Taylor Dimensions  Duncan Taylor Dimensions 

Glen Moray 

1994, 17 Years Old, Batch 1

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Pleasing but not sensational.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1996 Sherry Butt

ABV 55.6%

Comments: The nose offered some smoothness that the palate denied. Not numbing\rwith water but gets bitter.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1991, 18 Years Old, Flowers of Scotland

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Wemyss manage to produce highly quaffable bottlings. This is good but just lacks the cohesion that would elevate it to a higher level.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1995, 14 Years Old, Spiced Apples

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The nose promised more sweetness than the palate delivered. A little\rdisappointing. Needs time to open.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1988, Oak Apple

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Really that old? Perhaps it's a bit tired.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Mortlach 

1991

ABV 56.4%

Comments: The sherry influence has wiped out the distillery character. What's the fun to inhale and drink oak juice?

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Battlehill  Battlehill 

Imperial 

8 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A nice young Speysider and a curiosity:Imperial was mothballed 10 years ago.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Aberlour 

1994

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A downy cheeked youthfulness. A delicious aperitif.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Aberlour 

10 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Lacks integration with the wood. Like some middle-weight malts, it needs time to reach full maturity.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1983, 29 Years Old

ABV 51.0%

Comments: Very held back, but in time slowly reveals delicate layers of flavour.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1975, 37 Years Old

ABV 54.7%

Comments: A well integrated whisky that is very appealing and wants you to keep trying it.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Cragganmore, 1991, 20 Years Old

ABV 54.2%

Comments: That whisky has obviously matured in a tired cask. The alcohol is not mastered. But the aromatic profile is not unpleasant.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Longmorn 

1997, 13 Years Old, Honey Harvest

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Not an unpleasant dram but it has matured in a tired cask and has\rretained its new-make character. Disappointing for a 13 Years Old.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Glen Moray 

1981 Single Sherry Butt

ABV 57.7%

Comments: Sherry but(t) no Glen Moray.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Benromach  Benromach 

Organic

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The 'organic' bit feels like first-ism to me, and not as important as the 'virgin oak' part. The first new oak malt that has worked for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Chieftain's  Chieftain's 

Banff 

1978, Aged 26 Years, Sherry Wood

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Too burnt and dry. Not for everyone. Reminds me of a particular espresso and grappa, standing outside the Arsenale, on a winter's morning.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

12 Years Old, Special Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A young, light, uncomplicated dram. Drink over ice.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Grindlay's Selection  Grindlay's Selection 

1996

ABV 57.0%

Comments: Tired wood, possibly, but an entertaining whisky despite that.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

Experimental Series No. 02, Project XX

ABV 47.0%

Comments: Approach-able, soft and safe.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1986, 25 Years Old

ABV 58.4%

Comments: You have got to like woody whiskies to appreciate this one. The sweetness\rcannot balance the astringency.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 The BenRiach  The BenRiach 

Solstice 17 Years Old Batch 2

ABV 50.0%

Comments: That cheesy note on the palate is disturbing. And the finish is harsh. Water smoothes it but tones the flavours down as well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Speyside Reserve Blended Malt

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Tastes young (close to new spirit !) and one-dimensional. But not unpleasant.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Mortlach 

1990, Freshly Cut Grass

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Like No2 this is delicate but while that shows good distillery character this\rjust seems not quite fully formed. Pleasant, but pleasant isn't enough\rafter two decades.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1994, Glace Fruits

ABV 46.0%

Comments: There's a restrained quality about all of these. Amusing lunchtime companions.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Inchgower 

1980

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Choose the 1974 over this one, although if you are a fan of sherry cask led malt this may be your thing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Dewar Rattray 

Tomintoul 

1975, 30 Years Old

ABV 48.5%

Comments: Slightly angular. Not a lot seems to have happened.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Douglas Laing  Douglas Laing 

Linkwood 

1989, 16 Years Old

ABV 50.0%

Comments: An aperitif best taken by 10am. Has identifiable Linkwood character but it's all rather muted.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Duncan Taylor  Duncan Taylor 

Glen Grant 

1970, Speyside Region Selection No.2

ABV 51.7%

Comments: Too woody for me, but some people will adore its obvious 'old-ness'.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Dewar Rattray  Dewar Rattray 

Mortlach 

15 Years Old

ABV 55.4%

Comments: The lack of interaction between oak and spirit makes this hard to get excited about.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glenmorangie  Glenmorangie 

Cote d'or Burgundy Wood Cask

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A beautifully balanced Highlander. Serious, reliable, pleasantly displaying a good array of flavours. Maybe the wine cask has imparted more intensity.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Benromach  Benromach 

21 Years Old, Finished in Hungarian Tokaji Wine Casks

ABV 45.0%

Comments: Inhaling provides 'aroma-therapy, ' while the palate shows that mixing the grape and the grain can be thoroughly rewarding and risk-free.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Nadurra, 16 Years Old

ABV 48.0%

Comments: Delicate to the point of reticence.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Dewar Rattray  Dewar Rattray 

Benrinnes 

Aged 14 Years

ABV 59.3%

Comments: Nose and palate are a bit agressive with a lingering sourness which is disturbing. A prickly character. Water smooths the flavours over but this is not enough.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

16 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Slightly more grainy and less fruity than I remember.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

1986 Commemorative Bottling

ABV 64.4%

Comments: Reminiscent of a slightly flabby Australian chardonnay.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

1989, Aged 14 Years

ABV 57.6%

Comments: A very odd Macallan. Perhaps a very odd cask.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

Classic

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Seems rather neutral at first, but develops engaging subtleties.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Murray McDavid Mission II  Murray McDavid Mission II 

Caperdonich 

1968, 35 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Good structure, but spoiled by bitterness and woodiness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Cadenhead's Authentic Collection 

The GlenDronach 

Aged 13 Years

ABV 55.4%

Comments: Well balanced and gentle.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

  Celtique Connexion 

The Glenlivet 

Braes of Glenlivet 1985

ABV 50.0%

Comments: The cask character somewhat dominates this zesty but delicate whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Cadenhead's  Cadenhead's 

Caperdonich 

1977, 24 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Clean, dry. Perfectly drinkable.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 Inchgower  Inchgower 

14 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A bit restrained initially, then unveils a charming vibrant sweetness. Well-balanced.

OVERALL SCORE

7.6

 anCnoc  anCnoc 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Quite characterful and cheerful, especially on the nose. Try it with a fruit pudding.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Tamnavulin 

15 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Why bottle a 15 Years Old single cask at 40%?

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Macleod's  Macleod's 

Speyside Single Malt, 8 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Fine in an undemanding way.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Glen Grant 

1995, Arbor In Bloom

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A slalom of a whisky – unexpected twists and turns.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The Glenrothes  The Glenrothes 

Manse Reserve

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Quite light on the palate; a very pleasant dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The Macallan  The Macallan 

The Flask, 22 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The effect of water is funny. It hardens the nose and softens the palate at the same time.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Benromach  Benromach 

10 Years Old Cask Strength

ABV 59.9%

Comments: A light whisky, a bit sharp when neat. Mellows with water.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Glenfarclas  Glenfarclas 

1961 Sherry Hogshead

ABV 54.4%

Comments: Fascinating though the nose is there's just too much cask here which pushes everything towards the bitter end of the flavour spectrum.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Longmorn 

1964, 46 Years Old

ABV 51.9%

Comments: I'm the biggest fan of Longmorn but here the distillery's lost in an oak forest.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The McGibbon's Provenance  The McGibbon's Provenance 

The Macallan 

1998, 8 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Nothing much wrong here,but lacks complexity and depth. Too young?

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Convalmore 

1976, Aged 30 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: An unusually fragrant dram. Palate does not totally follow though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Benromach  Benromach 

Peat Smoke

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Fresh and frisky. A welcome body warmer.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

Aged 12 Years, Toasted Oak Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A bit of a let down after such a great nose. A very pretty whisky but higher alcohol might have given it better impact in the mouth.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

15 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Decent balance. Worth a look.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The Singleton of Dufftown  The Singleton of Dufftown 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A perfectly pleasant dram, but lacking the finesse and complexity of the best on show here.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The Macallan 

16 Years Old

ABV 51.3%

Comments: A pleasant summery kind of dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Duncan Taylor Rarest of the Rare 

Mosstowie 

1975, 30 Years Old

ABV 48.1%

Comments: A difficult whisky to pin down. A tricky nose shouldn't distract from a pleasant enough palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Dewar Rattray  Dewar Rattray 

Longmorn 

1984, 20 Years Old

ABV 54.0%

Comments: More appealing in the mouth than the nose would suggest, and benefits from water.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The Glenrothes  The Glenrothes 

Select Reserve

ABV 43.0%

Comments: It's a perfectly decent dram but not a patch on the great 'vintage' bottlings.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The McGibbon's Provenance  The McGibbon's Provenance 

Braeval 

1996, Over 8 Years, Sherry finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A fragile dram. Interesting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

15 Years Old, French Oak Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A very pleasant summery dram. Quite fragile though. Water tends to wipe out flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Benromach  Benromach 

1969

ABV 40.0%

Comments: An old-fashioned whisky for an old-fashioned winter's evening. Wins points for being cuddly rather than complex.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Murray McDavid Mission II  Murray McDavid Mission II 

Glenlossie 

1975, 28 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A rare chance to taste Glenlossie but, again, the wood gets in the way.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The Speyside  The Speyside 

10 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A gentle warm-hearted glassful.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Cadenhead's 

Convalmore 

1977, 21 Years Old

ABV 64.4%

Comments: Straightforward. Needs a splash of water, but much smoother than expected.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Blackadder  Blackadder 

Longmorn 

1973

ABV 56.9%

Comments: A beast of a dram. Another case of Longmorn versus wood which has been won by the latter.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Rare Malts Selection 

Cardhu 

1973, 25 Years Old

ABV 60.5%

Comments: A very pleasant dram which shows Cardhu in its usual ultra-genteel light. Hardly complex, but a delightful dram from first to last.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 The Solaria Series  The Solaria Series 

Whisky Illuminati 

Royal Brackla

ABV 68.0%

Comments: For me this is pushing the acceptable boundaries of ABV. This is not a neat sipper, but with water there is a lovely huge sherry bomb under there lurking.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Dalwhinnie  Dalwhinnie 

Aged 25 Years

ABV 52.1%

Comments: A decent well balanced dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release IX, 1991, 20 Years Old

ABV 57.1%

Comments: I think this one has let the wood gain the upper hand, unfortunately.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5

  Glenfarclas 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Another that seems too young. Pent-up energy but no integration. Not the Glenfarclas 15 I know.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 The Glenlivet  The Glenlivet 

Archive, 21 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A substantial malt, which on the palate does not match the complexity of outstanding nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Ian Macleod  Ian Macleod 

Dun Bheagan 

Speyside, Aged 8 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A pretty dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 James Eadie  James Eadie 

9 Years Old, Single Cask #804015

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The palate was sadly a bit one-dimensional for me following the delicate nuances of the nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Wemyss Malts  Wemyss Malts 

Craigellachie 

2002, Dark Treacle Fondant

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Bold and forward but with a nice balance of sweetness and spice.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Single Cask Series 

Aultmore, 5 Years Old

ABV 66.8%

Comments: At this strength, one wonders what it's trying to prove.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1990, 19 Years Old, Barbeque Sauce

ABV 55.0%

Comments: The palate does not hold what the nose promises. The expected subtleness is missing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

Peated

ABV 40.0%

Comments: An attractive dram for sure,but just lacks impetus.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Chieftain's  Chieftain's 

Dallas Dhu 

Aged 26 Years, Rum Finish

ABV 48.5%

Comments: The rum acting as a cover for what you suspect is a whisky which suffered from being in a tired cask.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

The Macallan 

1993, Aged 12 Years, Rum Finish

ABV 50.0%

Comments: All rather insubstantial but attractive enough though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Dun Bheagan  Dun Bheagan 

Linkwood 

Aged 11 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Insubstantial.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Dewar Rattray 

Strathmill 

1975, 31 Years Old

ABV 49.3%

Comments: The wood has taken charge. Doesn't appear to have the character to carry extended aging.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 The Balvenie  The Balvenie 

Aged 14 Years, Rum Wood

ABV 47.1%

Comments: A disappointment after the class of the 1972.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Chieftain's  Chieftain's 

Auchroisk 

Aged 11 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A port finish? Rather brutal and overwhelming. Was the distillery character so bland?

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

The BenRiach 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 59.9%

Comments: Quite an energetic guy which needs water to be tamed. A classic light Speysider, lacking elegance though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Douglas Laing  Douglas Laing 

Mortlach 

1992, 12 Years Old, Sherry Finish

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Little interaction going on here.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Connoisseur's Choice  Connoisseur's Choice 

Glenlossie 

1975

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Again, rather dried out. Lacks roundness and structure.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Imperial 

1991, Port Wood Finish

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Decent, but only for those with a sweet tooth.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 The Cooper's Choice  The Cooper's Choice 

Glen Grant 

1988, 15 Years Old, Portwood

ABV 46.0%

Comments: The port is trying to give this some life, but ends up dominating.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Signatory  Signatory 

Tormore 

1989

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Inoffensive but not hugely exciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Mackillop's Choice 

Glen Keith 

1967

ABV 41.4%

Comments: Is this one of those GK peated experiments? Or made soon after? Shame it wasn't bottled five years ago when it had more life.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Lombard  Lombard 

Anchor Bay

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A satisfying, nourishing, clean malt. But where is the bay?

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Tamdhu 

1981, Reserve

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Mild-mannered though some would say bland.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Glen Spey  Glen Spey 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A good, solid, bone-dry malt.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Dufftown  Dufftown 

15 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A good, mid-weight nutty style.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Cadenhead's 

Glencraig 

1981, 21 Years Old

ABV 56.2%

Comments: Pleasant, sociable. With mint tea and Moroccan food?

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Hart Brothers  Hart Brothers 

Balmenach 

1972, 30 Years Old, Port Wood

ABV 50.1%

Comments: A shame as you don't find many wholly port pipe matured whiskies, but this has lain in the cask for too long.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Aberlour  Aberlour 

Aged 15 Years, Double Cask

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A well balanced dram. Would have got more nerve with a bit of extra strength.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Linkwood 

1969

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Old and awaiting the grim reaper.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Signatory  Signatory 

Dallas Dhu 

1978

ABV 59.7%

Comments: A big malt, but there are some flaws suggesting this has passed its best.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

  Strathmill 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A dessert malt, perhaps, but for that purpose I prefer sweeter bottlings.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Linkwood  Linkwood 

12 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A strange fellow. As if all was delivered in a dash. Then the finish seems to never end.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Drumguish  Drumguish 

Highland Scotch Whisky

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A newish distillery, so this whisky is still on the young side, but I like its old-fashioned grassy-peaty flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Miltonduff 

27 Years Old

ABV 51.9%

Comments: Splits into its (often contradictory) component parts.Lacks balance and coherence

OVERALL SCORE

7.4

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Auchroisk 

Batch 1

ABV 44.7%

Comments: This dram took its time to open up but it rewards you in time.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Longmorn  Longmorn 

The Distiller's Choice

ABV 40.0%

Comments: For fans of American oak.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Dailuaine 

1997, 15 Years Old

ABV 55.7%

Comments: I wanted this to deliver more to be honest, and would have expected it from the age and strength.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Glenallachie 

Batch 1

ABV 51.7%

Comments: Impossible to get my head around this dram. Very unusual finish and ageing, intriguing to say the least. Muscat / wine finish? The sample was finished as I kept sampling more to try and further understand the dram.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Longmorn 

Aged 19 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: A nice dram but a bit thin. Easy to forget.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Linkwood 

1993

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Pleasant enough.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

The Macallan 

1986, Aged 21 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Not as rich as some Macallans but not an embarrassment.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Rare Malts Selection 

Cardhu 

1973, Aged 27 Years

ABV 60.0%

Comments: I think I remember a 25 year-old Cardhu of far better charm and balance.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Benrinnes 

1989

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Bizarrely, the nose reminded me of an Argentinian Torrontes. Where's the famed Benrinnes meatiness?

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Dewar Rattray 

Caperdonich 

1980, 25 Years Old

ABV 53.1%

Comments: A bit dull, and there's no excuse for dull whisky.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Imperial 

1976

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A classic malty malt. Good balance, interesting dry spiciness. Well structured, hexagonal like Bach music. For those who don't like the unexpected. I don't mean boring though.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Chieftain's  Chieftain's 

Banff 

1979, Aged 23 Years

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I thought this whisky had died in the bottle, but water brought it back to life.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Signatory 

Coleburn 

1991

ABV 46.0%

Comments: I'm glad still to be able to taste a whisky from this long-gone distillery, but it's really one for the collectors.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Cragganmore 

14 Years Old

ABV 59.8%

Comments: At its best in a couple of years.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Malts of Scotland  Malts of Scotland 

Benrinnes 

1988, 21 Years Old

ABV 46.3%

Comments: I like mushrooms but not so much in a glass! It is this musty note which gets so unpleasant.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 The Glenrothes  The Glenrothes 

Manse Reserve

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A little unbalanced and erratic, not a dram for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 The Solaria Series  The Solaria Series 

Aultmore

ABV 67.5%

Comments: Like a mechanics overalls. Water serves to ramp up the oil and sulphur.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 The Solaria Series  The Solaria Series 

Artis Secretum

ABV 67.1%

Comments: Really benefits from a little water to tame the beast, but not too much as it doesn’t swim that well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 That Boutique-y Whisky Company  That Boutique-y Whisky Company 

Fettercairn 

Batch 1

ABV 50.5%

Comments: Certainly a decent pre dinner drop, thinking it would work nicely with smoked meat I would think.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

15 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: As vanilla as your 99.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 The Glenrothes  The Glenrothes 

Vintage Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: I wanted a little more to get my teeth into.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

12 Years Old, Portwood

ABV 46.0%

Comments: No real complexity. Maybe longer in cask would have helped. Compare to\rthe Penderyn.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1991, Apples and Pears

ABV 46.0%

Comments: A strange package that almost works.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Old Ballantruan  Old Ballantruan 

The 'Peated Malt'

ABV 50.0%

Comments: If you are going to drink it do it neat.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 The Macallan  The Macallan 

Fine Oak 'Whisky Maker's Selection'

ABV 42.8%

Comments: Just didn't hang together for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Old Malt Cask 

Glenglassaugh 

Aged 30 Years

ABV 45.6%

Comments: Some delightful fruity elements but ultimately dominated by woodiness. Don't attempt if you don't like dry whisky!

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Rare Malts Selection  Rare Malts Selection 

Aged 30 Years, Cask Strength

ABV 54.9%

Comments: I couldn't decide if this lacked a little, or was just subtle. Pleasing enough, aging with prettiness, but didn't do enough for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Hart Brothers  Hart Brothers 

Strathisla 

34 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Ah well.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Adelphi  Adelphi 

The Macallan 

1988, 12 Years Old

ABV 57.5%

Comments: Oh what might have been...

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Speyburn  Speyburn 

Aged 10 Years

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Quite a pleasant pre-dinner dram, with light nibbles perhaps. A little shy though. Would yield more at a higher alcoholic strength or in a few years.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

Special Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Lean, smooth and appetising.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

  Cadenhead's 

Allt-a-Bhainne 

Allt-a-Bhainne 1992, 9 Years Old

ABV 59.4%

Comments: A well-made light and clean dram. Will Pernod get rid of this distillery as well?

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

Chardonnay Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Hmmm. Not quite as well structured as I might have wished. I prefer the old Glen Moray to this, which has its moments, but tends to be a little awkward.

OVERALL SCORE

7.3

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Craigellachie 

16 Years Old

ABV 60.7%

Comments: It’s good, but can’t help thinking it might be better as an 18 year old.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 The Scotch Malt Whisky Society  The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

Mannochmore 

64.17 – Oozes Juiciness, 1992, 16 Years Old

ABV 54.7%

Comments: A teasing nose and an assertive palate. A dash of water reconcile both.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Ben Bracken  Ben Bracken 

Speyside

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A perfectly serviceable dram. Easy drinking, but quickly forgotten.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Cardhu  Cardhu 

Amber Rock

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Shame about the palate as the nose showed quite a bit of promise.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Scott's Selection  Scott's Selection 

The Glenlivet 

1980, 31 Years Old

ABV 45.5%

Comments: Given its colour and shallow aromatic profile, this whisky has certainly 'slept'

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Wilson & Morgan  Wilson & Morgan 

Macduff 

1989, Port Finish

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Inoffensive, but what's the point?

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

Signature Malt 1989, 16 Years Old

ABV 57.6%

Comments: A little sour for me.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Longmorn 

1992

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Pleasant enough malt, but a little unexciting.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Aultmore 

1989, Aged 16 Years

ABV 50.0%

Comments: OK, fine, solid. Whisky should be more though, right?

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 The Balvenie  The Balvenie 

Aged 17 Years, New Wood

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Attractive in the glass, with a pleasant nose, rich in dessert notes, but is let down by a slight astringency in the palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

  Cadenhead's 

Glenglassaugh 

26 Years Old

ABV 51.1%

Comments: This has dried out to a point where it is aggressive and unbalanced.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

  Cadenhead's Authentic Collection 

Convalmore 

Convalmore-Glenlivet, Aged 26 Years

ABV 61.4%

Comments: A welcome opportunity to taste a rare whisky, though it was never a classic, and in this instance is over the hill (or the Conval Hills?).

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Rare Malts Selection  Rare Malts Selection 

Coleburn 

1979, Aged 21 Years

ABV 59.4%

Comments: Despite the low mark, pretty good by Coleburn standards. The nose and finale are impressive.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Glenfiddich  Glenfiddich 

12 Years Old, Special Reserve

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Easy-going, fresh and fruity, but the palate does not reflect the liveliness of the nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Glen Kirk  Glen Kirk 

8 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Flavours do not combine. Lack roundness.

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Tamnavulin  Tamnavulin 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Strangely the label says both 'naturally light'

OVERALL SCORE

7.2

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Benrinnes 

1994, 14 Years Old

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Rare steak anyone?

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Dufftown 

1976, 32 Years Old

ABV 55.4%

Comments: Doesn’t do it for me I’m afraid.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 Cadenhead's Duthies  Cadenhead's Duthies 

Cragganmore 

15 Years Old

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Odd nose but decent palate.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 Master of Malt  Master of Malt 

Inchgower, 1982, 29 Years Old

ABV 53.9%

Comments: I'm an Inchgower fan but I'd want more from a whisky of this age.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 Glen Moray  Glen Moray 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A sweet, soft and mellow fruitiness. Too much is too much sometimes.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

  Dewar Rattray 

Glenglassaugh 

1976, 29 Years Old

ABV 53.0%

Comments: A strange cask, which has produced an unusual malt whisky. Could be to some people's tastes but not mine.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 The Queen of the Moorlands  The Queen of the Moorlands 

12 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Has nothing to be ashamed of, but could do with more action at the front end.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Imperial 

1990, Sherry Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Drier and nuttier than the port, but again the finish is in charge.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 Glenlossie  Glenlossie 

10 Years Old

ABV 45.0%

Comments: Attractive enough but hardly complex.

OVERALL SCORE

7.1

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1957, 50 Years Old, Cask No. 2, Sherry Hogshead

ABV 46.2%

Comments: An old fellow which has been drowned in oak. Where is the distillery character?

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1969, 39 Years Old, Cask No. 3188

ABV 55.0%

Comments: Big and tannic. Would add structure to a blend.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Chieftain's  Chieftain's 

Benrinnes 

Aged 10 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: For me this has been bottled too early and before the sulphuriness of youth has been fully matured out.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Wemyss Vintage Malts  Wemyss Vintage Malts 

Single Cask Release 

1993, Dried Fruit Basket

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Certainly lively, but a little too astringent.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 The Wee Dram  The Wee Dram 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Metallic flavour seems dominant, and the rest doesn't hold together.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 James MacArthur's Old Masters  James MacArthur's Old Masters 

Glentauchers 

1990, 14 Years Old

ABV 58.8%

Comments: No maturation.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Dewar Rattray  Dewar Rattray 

Craigellachie 

Aged 15 Years

ABV 54.9%

Comments: On top of a maturation in poor wood, seems to have undergone problems at distillation. Disappointing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 James MacArthur's Old Masters  James MacArthur's Old Masters 

Strathmill 

1992

ABV 64.2%

Comments: This bottling strongly manifests the woody dryness that seems to characterise the whiskies from the Islay valley. Water brings out Strathmill's muscat note.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Convalmore 

1960, Rare Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Convalmore was not the greatest malt when reasonably youthful. As a near 40 Years Old it has gained some tasty character, though most of it is of the bourbon variety.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

Aged 10 Years

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A bit disappointing.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Grindlay's Selection  Grindlay's Selection 

Single Cask Release 2006

ABV 64.1%

Comments: A chalky texture that works well with all those flavours.

OVERALL SCORE

7.0

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1962, 46 Years Old, Cask No. 2647

ABV 52.0%

Comments: Overcooked.

OVERALL SCORE

6.9

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release II, 1960, 46 Years Old, Cask No. 1773

ABV 43.8%

Comments: Sorry,but this isn't what old whisky is for me.

OVERALL SCORE

6.9

 The McGibbon's Provenance  The McGibbon's Provenance 

Linkwood 

1996, 10 Years Old, Sherry Matured

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Not come to life yet.

OVERALL SCORE

6.9

 Harris Whisky  Harris Whisky 

16 Years Old, No Ordinary

ABV 53.1%

Comments: A wake up call dram for those who like action on the tongue. A classic bourbon maturation which outlines a buoyant character.

OVERALL SCORE

6.9

 Celtique Connexion  Celtique Connexion 

Mortlach 

1989, The Spirit Safe & Cask Selection

ABV 43.0%

Comments: Lacks contribution from wood. Lacks complexity.

OVERALL SCORE

6.9

 Tomintoul  Tomintoul 

Single Peated Malt Scotch Whisky

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Unspectacular and pretty forgettable. Youth doesn't become it.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release III, 1959, Cask No. 3227

ABV 50.9%

Comments: A great vintage (!) but too long in cask for me.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Old Course Hotel  Old Course Hotel 

Aged 12 Years, Speyside Single Malt

ABV 43.0%

Comments: OK, but given that there are so many wonderful whiskies around, this gets lost.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release II, 1957, 49 Years Old, Cask No. 2115

ABV 46.5%

Comments: I have the feeling I keep repeating myself. It seems I have already swallowed a forest of Spanish oak.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Old Malt Cask  Old Malt Cask 

Glen Grant 

Over 11 Years, Wine Finish

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Seems cobbled together.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Bennachie  Bennachie 

21 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: A slightly bizarre malt.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Bennachie  Bennachie 

17 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Light but pleasant, with some delicacy and complexity.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Bennachie  Bennachie 

10 Years Old

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Decent but unexciting.

OVERALL SCORE

6.8

 Berrys' Own Selection  Berrys' Own Selection 

Strathmill 

1974

ABV 57.0%

Comments: A real shame.

OVERALL SCORE

6.7

 Craigellachie  Craigellachie 

2002 8 Years Old

ABV 60.3%

Comments: The various elements are not in balance for my liking.

OVERALL SCORE

6.7

  Cadenhead's 

Banff 

24 Years Old

ABV 58.3%

Comments: This was probably a half decent dram 12 years ago.

OVERALL SCORE

6.7

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Glenglassaugh 

1986, 21 Years Old

ABV 53.4%

Comments: A good example of cask tyranny. The sherry acts like a tsunami. Makes no quarter!

OVERALL SCORE

6.6

 Knockando  Knockando 

1990

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Simple, attractive and easy-drinking.

OVERALL SCORE

6.6

 Pittyvaich  Pittyvaich 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The richest by far, but all of it wood-driven.

OVERALL SCORE

6.6

 The Whisky Fair  The Whisky Fair 

The Macallan 

1971, 35 Years Old, Olorosso Sherry Wood

ABV 35.0%

Comments: No balance,too much wood, this whisky has outlived its cask.

OVERALL SCORE

6.5

 James MacArthur's Old Masters  James MacArthur's Old Masters 

Allt-a-Bhainne 

1995, 10 Years Old

ABV 58.9%

Comments: An aggressive young punk of a dram: Sid McVicious? It might have a gastronomic application as a marinade for oily fish or perhaps in a dressing.

OVERALL SCORE

6.5

 Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Mortlach 

1951

ABV 42.0%

Comments: For all the interest on the nose this is not a great drinking experience.

OVERALL SCORE

6.5

 Gordon & MacPhail  Gordon & MacPhail 

Glentauchers 

1990

ABV 40.0%

Comments: Easy-going, but nothing to get too excited about.

OVERALL SCORE

6.5

 Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection  Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 

Imperial 

1990, Calvados Finish

ABV 40.0%

Comments: As with the Caol Ila wood finishes reviewed in the last issue, the calvados is a powerful influence but the whisky does fight back-makes for an interesting combination.

OVERALL SCORE

6.4

 Glenfarclas The Family Casks  Glenfarclas The Family Casks 

Release II, 1969, 38 Years Old, Cask number 3185

ABV 56.5%

Comments: Too much wood for me. I love herbal teas but not with an oak infusion.

OVERALL SCORE

6.3

 Pittyvaich  Pittyvaich 

Aged 12 Years

ABV 43.0%

Comments: A weird whisky all round. Pleasing character, but just doesn't feel right.

OVERALL SCORE

6.3

 Lombard Jewels of Scotland  Lombard Jewels of Scotland 

Mortlach 

1990

ABV 50.0%

Comments: Poor.

OVERALL SCORE

6.3

 Lombard Jewels of Scotland  Lombard Jewels of Scotland 

Caperdonich 

1968

ABV 46.0%

Comments: Like an old dusty house that's being cleaned up for the new owners.

OVERALL SCORE

6.3

 Dewar Rattray Cask Collection  Dewar Rattray Cask Collection 

Strathmill 

1991, 17 Years Old

ABV 60.0%

Comments: Poor. “British sherry” finish?

OVERALL SCORE

6.1

 Dufftown  Dufftown 

15 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: An excellent aperitif malt.

OVERALL SCORE

6.0

 The Macallan  The Macallan 

30 Years Old

ABV 43.0%

Comments: The finish does have the same effortless charm as the '46 or the 25 Years Old. Sensational nose.

OVERALL SCORE

7.5