Tastes

Long time black label drinker and this was worth the try for sure. JW character with the maturity of an 18. Usually $70-80 in my local stores and it’s a great drink at that price if your a JW fan.

I tried a few high dollar Macallans at a tasting and wanted to find a bottle could have at home. The 12yr I didn’t like, something didn’t match up. I found this Double Cask in a half bottle and this is what I was looking for. The Macallan character but little more obtainable.

The most “old school classic” taste I’ve tried yet, excellent. Initial nose was a bit confusing but a few sips in ands all good. Strongs flavors but all impressively balanced. I picked up a bottle since it’s so commonly compared to and now I see why. If you are into the Islay varieties give it a go. Definitely a bottle to keep around.

Very good, maritime appeal. I held off buying this as prices seemed to high $72. My usual Bowmore12 seemed a better buy. Eventually came across a better price, $39 this is a steal! Initially I was unsure but by the bottom of my first glass this goes on my good list. Some medicinal taste I’m not a fan of at initial opening but that seemed to air out, gets better down the bottle, something I’ve noticed with younger single malt. I really want to try the 18yr offering.

Took a second glass to appreciate it. My bottle seems a bit higher alcohol then advertised but sips reveal the great rich layers. Definitely a top quality offering. Drinks as classy as the label.

Great richness, drinks above its price.

Bought a bottle of this and have given it a few try’s. Just get past a taste of band-aids. Not thrilled. Bad bottle?