Our whisky reviews are our own. Our goal is to also provide easy to consume feedback. Yes, we could create many dimensions of taste attributes but sometimes they can be overwhelming. We’ve stripped reviews back to three core areas, general information (INFO), primary taste dimensions (TASTE PROFILE) and our final ratings (S&S RATING). Below is more information on how our whisky reviews work:
How peaty or smokey is the whisky? This can be a real marmite factor for many people.
FRUITINESS
How sweet is the whisky? You may be able to distinguish certain fruits or other flavours from the cask.
OAKINESS
Some whiskies have really ‘woody’ flavours compared to others. Oakiness really relates to how much can you taste the wood of choice coopers use for barrels.
SPICINESS
Does the whisky leave a bit of a peppery sensation when drinking it? Is there a bit of a kick that gets the taste senses going?
BOLDNESS
How much of a slap in the face does the whisky provide? Some whiskies are delicate and light while others have deep flavours.