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 Broddy Balfour Scotch Whisky Broddy Balfour

Old Rhosdhu 30yo

A nostalgic look back in time with Broddy. As he sips an ancient and lost style of Loch Lomond, perhaps never intended to reach 30yo, he thinks back to how things were once made differently.

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Scotch Whisky Archie Dunlop Scotch Whisky Archie Dunlop

Woodrow’s 2026 Trio

Heading out to the beach once more, Archie talks about why it’s important to take our time. These three from Woodrow’s of Edinburgh encompass that perfectly, from Ben Nevis, Ledaig and Campbeltown.

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Scotch Whisky Fergus Mackay Scotch Whisky Fergus Mackay

Glen Scotia Victoriana

The rise of NAS arguably came about due to cost, stock and price. But 2026 is different times. Fergus is as relaxed about the price prospects ahead, while enjoying a NAS classic from Glen Scotia.

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Scotch Whisky Wally Macaulay Scotch Whisky Wally Macaulay

Glen Scotia 12yo 2025

A brand-new, flagship core range release from a big brand is not as common as we might think, but the Dramface crew are genuinely excited by this new 12yo from Glen Scotia. Did they read the room?

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Scotch Whisky Broddy Balfour Scotch Whisky Broddy Balfour

Glen Scotia 18yo

A buddy-up duo up to try out the Glen Scotia 18 year old. Broddy shares some of his frustrations with the business of life decisions while Wally shares frustrations over decisions in whisky business.

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Scotch Whisky Hughie Cullen Scotch Whisky Hughie Cullen

Loch Lomond 12yo

Another debut for Dramface. Hughie, through multiple false starts, eventually falls for whisky, but not through the ‘typical’ route. His vibe is the off-piste flavour hooks & this Loch Lomond 12yo brings it.

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Scotch Whisky Innes Glenn Scotch Whisky Innes Glenn

Glen Scotia 28yo

Mining solo, Innes suddenly discovers a whisky club in London and everything changes - until Covid-19 changes everything. This 28yo Cadenhead’s Glen Scotia is from the (very recent) hay days.

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