84 points

Oxford Rye Whisky The Graduate

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Another solid Rye expression from TOAD, perhaps more of the Rye spice to the fore here – this didn’t feel as cask-complex as previous expressions and more raw spirit nature shines because of it. 84/100

Jura 18 Years Old

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On paper this expression is full of great flavours but I found myself really looking for anything representative of its age. Perhaps a slightly more subdued smoke and some earthier woody spices. I feel like this one is still getting there… 84/100

Jura 12 Years Old

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A much cleaner presentation from Jura, certainly they have tightened up on their base bourbon cask maturation stock. I found myself wishing for a little more depth (and grime) on the palate and this is a little sweet & polished on the finish but ov…

Killara 2 Years Old Batch 1

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Very drinkable, some lovely toasted notes. Although there are buttery and spirity elements present here this really doesn’t come across as a young spirit. 84/100

Spey Trutina

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A cleaner expression which is still remarkably fruity with tonnes of apples and pears across the nose and palate. 84/100

Spey Chairman’s Choice

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A very easy drinker, has some nice complexity with a backdrop of Spey’s light spirit. Full of plenty of fresh fruits tempered by oak wood maturation. 84/100

Mackmyra Brukswhisky 2008 vintage

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More neutral and better balanced with a wealth of woody/sappy notes like walking through a pine forest but still with hints of the classic Mackmyra sweetened banana distillate. 84/100

Dalmore The Quartet

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Another complex and cask driven creation but building on Dalmores solid foundations, my favourite of the tasting. 85/100

Dalmore The Trio

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Smooth and easy-sipping, this feels a little more integrated than the ‘Reserves’ caramel, vanilla and honey predominate here to assist with this easy-feeling before fruit and spice announce the cask influences. 84/100

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