The Glenlivet Guardians’ Chapter Tasting Notes

I’m a whisky lover. Whisky is the biggest category explored on my website due to my love for finding something new within its boundaries. This also means that I love to be ahead of the game sometimes, and have been honoured with the chance to sample new expressions over the years. Today though, I haveContinue reading “The Glenlivet Guardians’ Chapter Tasting Notes”

Manchester Whisky Club Review – November

The end of last month saw the next meeting of the Manchester Whisky Club held at The Castle in Manchester. Like previous meetings, a region of Scotland was the order of the day, with Campbeltown being the chosen. Club founder Andy brought with him 5 expressions, but like last month, set a challenge to the restContinue reading “Manchester Whisky Club Review – November”

Ballantine’s Launches 2013 Christmas Reserve Limited Edition

Ballantine’s, the world’s No.2 Scotch whisky, has announced the launch of its fourth Christmas Reserve Limited Edition, with 2013 sales volumes standing at double those of 2010 and the festive blend available in 15 markets worldwide. Ballantine’s is supporting the launch of the 2013 Limited Edition with its biggest-ever integrated marketing campaign. ‘The Taste ofContinue reading “Ballantine’s Launches 2013 Christmas Reserve Limited Edition”

Drambuie and Filmhouse Renew Extraordinary Cinema Partnership

First season in November to showcase the work of Oscar-winning actor Jack Nicholson Drambuie and Filmhouse Edinburgh have announced the renewal of their extraordinary cinema partnership to bring another series of special film seasons to cinema audiences over the next twelve months. To kick-start the first season of the renewed partnership, Filmhouse and Drambuie presentContinue reading “Drambuie and Filmhouse Renew Extraordinary Cinema Partnership”

Manchester Whisky Festival 2013 Review

The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester was the host of the biggest whisky festival outside of London, so big in fact that there had to be two floors filled with some cracking brands. The Whisky Lounge were the proud organisers for the 5th year in a row and had on offer the crème de la crèmeContinue reading “Manchester Whisky Festival 2013 Review”

Old Pulteney Tasting Notes

I do love trying something different. Over the years I’ve come across many a gem, whether it’s in the spirits, beer or wine world. Some stick in your head, some your forget about and wonder why when they re-appear. Old Pulteney does just that to me. I’ve had this brand many a time, but neverContinue reading “Old Pulteney Tasting Notes”

Manchester Whisky Club Review – September

The end of last month saw me miss out on my first ever Manchester Whisky Club meeting, but not one to miss out too much, the drams from the ninth meeting, held at The Castle in Manchester, were decanted for a taste in my own time – and here we are. Like previous meetings, aContinue reading “Manchester Whisky Club Review – September”

Fishermans Retreat Whisky Festival Review

The Fisherman’s Retreat, set in the Lancashire countryside near the small town of Ramsbottom, hosted a selection of fine drams one crisp Saturday a few weeks back. With a mixture of well-known names and rare editions, the entourage of myself, Manchester Whisky Club founder Andy, and fellow member Christina had been looking forward to thisContinue reading “Fishermans Retreat Whisky Festival Review”

William Grant & Sons Unveils The Girvan Patent Still Single Grain

UK exclusive with the launch of 25 Year Old Single Grain Whisky Today marks a significant landmark in William Grant & Sons’ history as it breaks with whisky conventions and releases The Girvan Patent Still Single Grain 25 Year Old Scotch as a UK only exclusive. For whisky lovers looking to experiment, this innovative newContinue reading “William Grant & Sons Unveils The Girvan Patent Still Single Grain”

The Dalmore Tasting Notes

If you know me and my whisky tastes, you’ll know that I’m a man who will try anything from any area or country. When I first started out with Drinks Enthusiast, I came across a brand that would stick with me for the last three years, and to me, it just keeps getting better andContinue reading “The Dalmore Tasting Notes”