Whisky Reviews

Here you'll find honest opinions, thoughtful analysis and the occasional disagreement, because no two palates are quite the same. We review widely, score reluctantly and remain convinced that whisky is far more interesting than the numbers attached to it.

Agreement is optional; curiosity is encouraged.

Scotch Whisky Charlie Campbell Scotch Whisky Charlie Campbell

Kingsbarns Duo

West-coast born, but East-coast dwelling, Charlie stands up for Scotland’s East Neuk. Over two Kingsbarns charmers he asks why there’s not more fuss made of their whisky renaissance.

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Scotch Whisky Wally Macaulay Scotch Whisky Wally Macaulay

Oban 12yo 2021

Saddened by the recent Diageo Special Releases and declaring them ‘broken’, Wally reflects on his inevitable departure with a rarely seen cask strength Oban from 2021’s outturn.

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