With demand for Asian whiskies at an all-time high, malts from the Far East are no longer insiders’ tips. Besides the “big two” from Japan, Nikka and Suntory, there is another company that is on everybody’s lips, namely Kavalan from Taiwan. (more…)
Reviews
Kilchoman Machir Bay – Tour Edition 2015 (Review)
Not long ago, Islay superstars Kilchoman shipped 12,000 new bottles of their Original Cask Strength malt. While I have yet to lay hands on said liquid, I am fortunate to call another cask strength release by Kilchoman my own, namely the Machir Bay – Tour Edition 2015. (more…)
Laphroaig 10 (Review)
Normally, the Laphroaig 10 would not need another introduction. It is one of THE most popular smoke bombs out there alongside other Islay classics such as the Ardbeg Ten or the Lagavulin 16. Nevertheless, there is no way I could exclude it from BarleyMania. (more…)
Jura Superstition (Review)
Not even 200 people live on the Isle of Jura on the west coast of Scotland. Despite its wee size, this amiable community is known and loved by whisky fans across the globe. The reason is simple: The local distillery, named Jura after the isle it was built on, produces amazing drams. (more…)
Amrut Herald – 3rd Batch (Review)
Although I was born and raised in the very North of Germany, I have never been to Helgoland – Germany’s only island in the open sea – before last year. Yet, the long weekend I spent there in June of 2015 instantly turned the remote isle into one of my favorite places in the world. (more…)
Edradour 10 – The Distillery Edition (Review)
As somebody who preferably roots for the small guys, falling in love with the Edradour 10 came very natural to me. After all, this classic Highland dram is produced by the smallest operating distillery in all of Scotland. (more…)
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