A well-balanced Japanese single malt from Mars Shinshu, Komagatake offers subtle smoke, orchard fruit, and gentle spice in a pleasingly drinkable pour.
A side-by-side tasting of the Tennessee 2003 and Swedish Smögen 2014, both bottled by Wu Dram Clan – rich contrast in style, power, and character.
Tasting Weller 18 Year wheated bourbon reveals soft oak, warm vanilla, and a long, elegant finish. A well-aged expression worth the wait.
A carefully aged 34-year-old bourbon from I.W. Harper delivers a subtle yet rewarding profile of oak, leather, and dried fruit that rewards quiet attention.
A balanced and satisfying Bunnahabhain with coastal character, fruit sweetness, and gentle spice that feels right at home in the Feis Ile lineup.
A rich, brooding Glendronach with assertive sherry notes, gentle smoke, and a bold personality. Not for beginners but rewarding for sherry fans.
A clean, expressive Japanese single malt with fruity depth and earthy nuance—here’s my full take after tasting the first release from Shindo Distillery.
I tasted the Ardmore 2009 from Claxton’s Seventeen Smoky Stills series. A lightly peated Highland malt with delicate fruit and dry smoke.
Tried CraftBros JEGI Blended Double Malt—balanced, light, and subtly complex. A curious first step into Korean whisky blending.
Tasting Four Roses 21 Year Barrel Strength Bourbon: a mature, oak-forward whiskey with layers of dried fruit, vanilla, and spice at full cask strength.