The first of three peated Speysider reviews - how will the variety of casks interact with the smoky spirit of this core range BenRiach?

A single barrel bourbon pick from an up and coming Indiana distillery - this shows a lot of potential.

A classic from Islay, despite the lack of heavy peat - this one’s staying on the shelf.

A Mizunara-aged Japanese whisky, which spends time at sea - will that character come through?

An entry level malt from Rothes - we’d like to see this one at 46% ABV and fully natural.

Another single barrel bourbon, and another solid sipper with nice variation and bold flavor development.

A widely available single barrel bourbon - consistent enough to maintain high quality, but with inevitable intricacies.

With great presentation for an entry-level single malt, this reigns as one of Islay’s finest values.

The entry point for Bruichladdich’s unpeated range - solid, and a great way to experience Islay without the smoke.

A floral and delicately fruity dram from Scotland’s west coast.

A staple from the south coast of Islay, this Lagavulin is responsible for the start of many whisky journeys. Come to think of it, that’s why we’re here…