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.

Arthur Busby 19/07/2023 Arthur Busby 19/07/2023

Distillery 291 E

At 65.4% ABV this beast is asking to be doused with a firehose. Arthur goes all-out on testing the adding-water-at-home thing only to make a surprising discovery that’ll probably resonate with many of us.

Arthur Busby 08/06/2023 Arthur Busby 08/06/2023

Noble Rebel Trio

After a sample packaging disaster, Arthur has another attempt at the new range of blended malts form Loch Lomond Group; Noble Rebel, with help from Gallie, Ramsay and Wally.