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Clynelish 14-Year Scoresheet & Review
Knowing where to start with Clynelish is tough. Where many distilleries have a defining characteristic, historic or otherwise, Clynelish is … More
Johnnie Walker Red Label Scoresheet & Review
Like it or not, Johnnie Walker is the brand most people think of when it comes to scotch. And as … More
Caol Ila 12-Year Scoresheet & Review
It’s almost impossible to discuss Caol Ila without mentioning Johnnie Walker. Malts.com, the page for Diageo’s multiple scotch brands, literally … More
Talisker 10-Year Scoresheet & Review
Whisky is very much a product of its environment. Wherever the aging spirit physically resides will impact how the final … More
Maker’s Mark 2021 Wood Finishing Series (FAE-02) Scoresheet & Review
Maker’s Mark is one of my favorite distilleries. That’s not exactly an unpopular opinion, given the brand’s iconic look and … More
Old Forester 100 Scoresheet & Review
Divisive opinions are nothing new to the overarching whisky community. It’s just one of many factors that makes sharing and … More
George Dickel Bourbon Scoresheet & Review
Few debates feel as long-waged as the distinction between bourbon and Tennessee whiskey. Drinkers, whether casual or enthusiastic, will inevitably … More
Maker’s Mark 101 Scoresheet & Review
When Maker’s Mark refer to their Loretto distillery as “little,” it honestly feels disingenuous. Sure, they’re not the biggest bourbon … More
Highland Park 15-Year Viking Heart Scoresheet & Review
Many whisky producers take great pride in their apparent heritage, and Highland Park is no exception. Their website offers a … More
Ardbeg 10-Year Scoresheet & Review
“Unapologetic” is a fairly apt way to describe Ardbeg’s marketing. More specifically, they drop vaguely sourced quotes like “as close … More
Lagavulin 9-Year Lannister Scoresheet & Review
Up to this point, the closest I’ve come to reviewing a peated whisky was my last review for a Game … More