A distinct, regional classic. A whisky that melds a few different styles, culminating in what is highly considered to be the best distillery in Scotland…people aren’t wrong about that, but we all know that there are a lot of contenders. Springbank 10YO – A fruity smokescreen of a liquid, shrouded in the joy and mystery of a family owned, limited release, small allocation facility. a true joy.
Waterford Bannow Island 1.1
A different cask structure:
– 35% 1st fill American Oak
– 20% Virgin Oak
– 25% Premium French Oak
– 20% Deux Natural (Oloroso)
When I first opened this, it didn’t hit me as quickly as Ballykilcavan. This was more subtle, not as directly sweet and that seemed to throw me off. However, after being open for a while, it almost has a style of flavour that reaches out of whisky and almost into Champagne territory.
The terroir debate still rages amongst drinkers, reviewers and creators – I’m still torn. Seeing the distillery will no doubt sway me towards the idea, distilleries are always a magical way to fall in love with a companies processes. However, may basic knowledge of distillation makes me believe that those subtle and very delicate barley styles will be ultimately lost in the very intense environment of whisky distillation.
I may be torn, how about all of you?
This weeks episode of the show is all about whisky and art. I’ll be tasting the inaugural releases from the Distillers Art Ltd in their Spirit of Art range.
ralfy review 839 Extras – The innovation of disclosure.
Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 332: Support Local Products
Mark Dermul, Belgian whisky vlogger, feels that in these times of Corona crisis it is important to support local products. So buy local! To help you out Mark gladly presents to you ten producers of Belgian spirits, whisky and beer. Sit back and relax, for the video lasts 25 minutes. Then put on your face mask and run to your local shop to get some of this wonderful product and enjoy!
Edition 1.1 of Waterford Ballykilcavan. A new Irish distiller who are spicing up the game for everyone. Single sourced barley, 50%ABV, no colouring, no filtering and the most detailed website from any brand that I’ve ever seen from a distiller. Terroir in whisky, is it possible? Is it even attainable?
This weeks episode of the #GoodDramShow https://youtu.be/bJjZzOt_dJI features Lady of the Glen
