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 Fergus Mackay Scotch Whisky Fergus Mackay

Holyrood Pitch

After following in whisky’s footsteps for many years, Fergus is shocked when he stumbles over some early-days tasting notes. He’s come a long way, but is he up to Holyrood’s Pitch?

Read More
Scotch Whisky Felix MacLaine Scotch Whisky Felix MacLaine

Holyrood Pitch

In his debut, Felix puts forward the case for Scotch whisky’s restricted innovation as well as an apparently overlooked bottle from Edinburgh’s Holyrood; their still available β€˜Pitch’ release.

Read More