Tasting the Balvenie 25 Year Old reveals a refined, elegant whisky with layers of oak, dried fruits, and vanilla – a slow, rewarding dram for the patient sipper.
Author: Parker
My experience tasting the Craftbros Jegi Double Malt – a Korean-Swedish collaboration of whisky and IPA, with younger spirit and distinctive IPA notes.
Tried the Glasgow 7 Year Old Oloroso-aged single malt: a bold, youthful dram offering robust spice, dried fruits, and a dry, woody finish.
Tried the Wolfburn 12 Year Old – a gentle, coastal Highland whisky with balanced oak, malt, and orchard notes. Smooth, well-made, and worth considering.
A deep, bold blend from Johnnie Walker’s vault; rich in dried fruits, baking spice, and dark chocolate with a lingering finish.
A rich and layered Kentucky bourbon with notes of dark fruit, caramel, and spice, this special Heaven Hill release offers both history and character.
A bold Speyside single malt with sherry cask depth, the Benromach 2003 Wu Dram Clan bottling offers characterful spice, rich fruit, and a long, satisfying finish.
Tasting the Yamazaki canned highball blend of Spanish oak and Mizunara—subtle aroma, smooth flavour, and a surprising level of nuance for its format.
Tried the Roseisle 14 Year Old from Diageo’s 2025 Special Releases. A solid and balanced Speyside malt with toasty sweetness and gentle spice.
I compared the older and newer bottlings of Bowmore 15 Year Old. Here’s what stood out in each, from the nose to the finish, and which expression I preferred.