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.

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Glencadam 15yo

Today Murdo reveals his milestone epiphanies and, specifically, how they led to appreciating more spirit-forward drams such as the classic Glencadam 15yo. Calder chips in from Oz too.

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Killara Port Cask

After a horrific experience with Tasmanian whisky, Calder returns to his local stuff after significant inspiration from his favourite dram pairing; literature. He sets out with a Killara Port Cask.

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Thompson Bros TB/BSW 6yo

Calder, Dougie and Wally team up to asses what either appears to be a great value sherry-bomb, or a premium-priced blend. We don’t always align on Dramface, but when we do, it’s usually deserved.

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