In this issue - American Distiller of the Year - Icons of Whisky - Buffalo Trace Exclusive - Bar Exams - Premium Bourbon - Ballantines
Published January 2007
On the road to Louisville
Mid terms,football games and musicians, Rob Allanson takes a voyage of discovery in to bourbon country
January 2007, Issue 61, page 5
Up close and personal
When Michael Jackson left The Streets of Sinners, what happened to his drinking?
January 2007, Issue 61, page 11
African aspirations
Dave finds whisky and hip hop go well together in the Rainbow Nation
January 2007, Issue 61, page 12
The bourbon question
In this round table we asked two prominent members of the bourbon industry and Whisky Magazine readers about the future of bourbon.
January 2007, Issue 61, page 14
The big five
Iconic distillery releases its latest antique collection
January 2007, Issue 61, page 17
Rising spirits
Bourbon is not only continuing its growth in profitability but is carving out a new premium image for itself. Dominic Roskrow reports
January 2007, Issue 61, page 18
Roll out the barrel
The Blue Grass Cooperage is one of the major barrel making companies in the United States, Rob Allanson took a tour
January 2007, Issue 61, page 20
Out from behind bars
Let 10 young bartenders loose in bourbon country and it'll get messy. But as Dominic Roskrow reports, when it
came to the business end of the trip, our boys delivered
January 2007, Issue 61, page 23
Two's company (Ballantines)
Ballantine's is one of the world's top blends but it is in need of a dose of loving and who better for that than the French? Dominic Roskrow reports
January 2007, Issue 61, page 26
After dinner heaven
Cigar whiskies to go with a good smoke have become popular,we have a look at some of the best.
January 2007, Issue 61, page 32
Inverness and beyond
We look at the region of Speyside round about Inverness
January 2007, Issue 61, page 34
Americana at its best
Are we getting old or is it really the case that most of the great album music is coming from older guys? Our man looks at Golden Smog's Another Fine Day
January 2007, Issue 61, page 39
Live around the World
Three packed shows,three cities – Whisky Live spreads the gospel bringing the world's best whiskies to South Africa and Holland
January 2007, Issue 61, page 40
Whisky's jewel
Amber at the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre has established itself as a class act. Now it's taking whisky and food pairings to new heights. Dominic Roskrow reports
January 2007, Issue 61, page 44
Short and sweet
Jefferson Chase looks at a career defining moment
January 2007, Issue 61, page 47
That's amore
Kate Ennis looks at why the Italians have such a passion for whisky
January 2007, Issue 61, page 48
The cream of the crop
Every year Whisky Magazine holds the Icons of Whisky, the international awards recognising the very best in the whisky industry
January 2007, Issue 61, page 50
Comfy Bumpkin
London's newest gastro-pub has created a relaxing,home from home atmosphere where drinkers can
feel comfortable experimenting with whisky,as Kate Ennis discovers
January 2007, Issue 61, page 52
A quick word please
Ian Buxton uncovers some of the less heard whisky quotes
January 2007, Issue 61, page 53
Norwegian whisky paradise
Joe Bates Gardermoen shops offer taxed locals whisky paradise
January 2007, Issue 61, page 55
The buck stops here
Ian Wisniewski looks at the challenging role of distillery managers
January 2007, Issue 61, page 56
Blood and Sand
Ian Wisniewski looks at a silver screen classic cocktail
January 2007, Issue 61, page 59
The C Words
In the latest in his series defining whisky terms Dominic Roskrow looks at the letter C
January 2007, Issue 61, page 74
BenRiach 30 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 50.00%
9 Soft, subtle and not overwooded. Just shades it over the 25yo this time.
The Balvenie Rumwood 14 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 47.10%
8 A rich whisky which has taken some exotic and sensuous notes from the rum. Stiffens up on the finish.
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 1990 16 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
8 A welcome addition to the range.
BenRiach 25 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 50.00%
8 Another killer from Mr Walker's warehouse. Distillery of the year for me.
Berry's Own Selection Inchgower 1980
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
8 A big powerful bruiser.
Chieftain's Choice Brora 24 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
8 Elegant and highly individual. Takes no prisoners.
Chieftain's Choice Caol Ila 13 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
8 Here we go again...Caol Ila hits the nail on the head yet again.
Compass Box Flaming Heart
Blended Malt - Scotland - 48.90%
8 Worth a try but not the most subtle or refined of the range.
Cooper's Choice Mortlach 1990 16 Years Old, Sherry Cask
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
8 Yup, it's Mortlach alright. Every bit as good as the OB.
Glenfiddich 21 Years Old, Gran Reserva
Single Malt - Scotland - 40.00%
8 Delivers more than expected. Seems a bit bland at start but it displays an attractive array of aromas and flavours on time. The rum influence is under control.
Gordon & MacPhail Glen Grant 1948
Single Malt - Scotland - 40.00%
8 1948? Amazing. Has retained a refined almost raffish air and though frail is not overwooded.
Gordon & MacPhail Glen Grant 1968
Single Malt - Scotland - 40.00%
8 A ghost-like dram almost too elusive to grasp.
The Balvenie Roasted malt Aged 14 Years
Single Malt - Scotland - 47.10%
8 Give this time and you'll find a delicious dram.
BenRiach Dark Rum Finish
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
7 A cheery dram, opening up on the sunny side with definite rum colours on the nose. A dash of water sweetens the palate.
BenRiach Pedro Ximinez Sherry Wood Finish
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
7 A cheery dram, opening up on the sunny side with the definite rum colours on the nose. A dash of water sweetens the palate.
Berry's Own Selection Clynelish 1992
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
7 Tight and hard to love.
Berry's Own Selection Longmorn 1992
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
7 What a bizarre bottle...musty nose and fragrant palate.
Chieftain's Choice Dallas Dhu 26 Years Old Rum Finish
Single Malt - Scotland - 48.50%
7 I wonder what type of rum casks were used. I cannot find any hint to a finish here. Don't look for delicacy but fine if you look for a wake up call.
Dun Bheagan Linkwood 11 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 46.00%
7 Insubstantial.
Glen Moray 1989 Signature Malt 16 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 57.60%
7 It's hard to get excited about.
Greenore 8 Years Old 1996, Single Grain Irish Whiskey
Single Grain - Ireland - 40.00%
7 The best Greenore yet. Worth a look.
Private Collection Caol Ila 1990 Demerara Rum Finish
Single Malt - Scotland - 45.00%
7 A bit puzzling at start. Seems somewhat austere and restrained. Then releases sweet notes. Is it an effect of the rum finish?
Private Collection Caol Ila 1990 Vintage Rum Finish
Single Malt - Scotland - 45.00%
7 Hang on! Is that a single malt with a rum finish or a good rum matured in a bourbon cask? An exemplary phagocytosis or a magical trick. But we wanted whisky!
The Macallan Fine Oak 'Whisky Maker's Selection'
Single Malt - Scotland - 42.80%
7 Fine, not a lot of oak.
Tomatin 18 Years Old
Single Malt - Scotland - 43.00%
6 Lacks balance.
Tomatin 1962
Single Malt - Scotland - 42.20%
7 High maintenance. Beneath that sleek exterior beats a hard, one dimensional heart.
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