The third distillery of my Scotland tour was a visit to the world’s most awarded Single Malt Scotch whisky, Glenfiddich. Taking a short walk from Dufftown, the malt whisky capital of the world, in rather blustery conditions, we arrived to a rather picturesque setting. With mowed lawns, lakes and wide open spaces, it was asContinue reading “Glenfiddich Distillery Tour”
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The Dalmore Distillery Tour
The second distillery of my Scotland tour was located in the North East Highland’s and a little town named Alness, home of The Dalmore. After walking the short 20 minute walk from Alness town centre, we were greeted by a stunning location. The Dalmore distillery is situated on the banks of the Cromarty Firth, andContinue reading “The Dalmore Distillery Tour”
Auchentoshan Distillery Tour
Last week, myself and my father made the 4 hour trip to Clydebank, Glasgow to visit my first ever whisky distillery – Auchentoshan. Why Auchentoshan? Well it’s the only whisky producer in Scotland to use triple-distillation, and one of only 5 distilleries in the Lowland area. Legend also has it, that you need to startContinue reading “Auchentoshan Distillery Tour”
4 Distilleries in 4 Days
For 4 days next week i’ll be touring the land of Scotland where i’ll be taking in the sights of Auchentoshan, The Dalmore, Glenfiddich and The Balvenie distilleries. Expect a full review of the tour when i get back, but until then, follow me on Twitter (@drinksenthusist) or Facebook (search for Drinks Enthusiast) for up-to-the-minuteContinue reading “4 Distilleries in 4 Days”
Crabbie’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer
. 1801. A year that doesn’t ring a bell in too many history books, yet their was a stir in the Edinburgh port of Leith, with the clan Crabbie bursting onto the scene with a secret recipe containing only 4 ingredients. Having fresh ginger shipped from as far as the Far East to be combined into theseContinue reading “Crabbie’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer”
Glengoyne Tasting Notes
I’ve recently been sent a rather unique Scottish whisky going by the name of Glengoyne. Why is it unique? Glengoyne produces Highland single malt whisky matured in the Lowlands. Located upon the Highland Line (the division between the Highlands and Lowlands of Scotland), Glengoyne’s stills are located in the Highlands while maturing the casks of whiskyContinue reading “Glengoyne Tasting Notes”
Maxxium Whisky Tasting at Kro 2
It’s been that time of month again at Kro 2 with their monthly whisky tasting and this time incorporating the whiskies of Maxxium. Again for those of you who don’t know what Kro Bar is, they’re a Danish family business who specialise in Danish food and beer. A popular idea in the Manchester area, they’veContinue reading “Maxxium Whisky Tasting at Kro 2”
Drambuie & Drambuie 15 Tasting Notes
Now i’m going to start with a confession – i’ve never tried Drambuie. I was not one for malt whisky or honey back in the day, but ever since i’ve started doing this career, my palate has grown and experienced lots of new flavours. So always up to giving things a second chance, i jumped at theContinue reading “Drambuie & Drambuie 15 Tasting Notes”
Wemyss Malts
Wemyss Malts were on of the first ranges on whisky I covered when I started Drinks Enthusiast back in 2011. Since then, Wemyss Malts range of expressions have grown, culminating in some hand-crafted beauties! Before I re-visit though, lets take a look at Wemyss; Wemyss Malts, pronounced ‘Weems’, are a boutique whisky company with connections toContinue reading “Wemyss Malts”
Té Bheag Tasting Notes
A friend of mine was given a small miniature of a Gaelic whisky named Té Bheag (40%), or ‘the little lady’, and I with a traditional name like that, I was intrigued to try it! A blended Scotch from the West Coast (with more than double the malt content of most standard blends), it contains mixes from Islay, Island, Highland and Speyside malts aged fromContinue reading “Té Bheag Tasting Notes”
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