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La Maison du Whisky Paris Review: The Ultimate Bottle Shop Stop
An honest review of La Maison du Whisky on Rue d'Anjou in Paris. From rare collector cabinets and stone-vaulted cellars to counter tastings and English-speaking staff, here is what to expect before heading to Whisky Live Paris.

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7 days ago


Whisky Situation Aberdeen Review: 600+ Whiskies & Cigar Bar
An honest review of Whisky Situation on Stirling Street in Aberdeen. With over 600 open bottles, WSET-trained staff who know their stuff, and an outdoor terrace for cigar pairings, here is why this is a must-visit spot for any spirits lover exploring the Granite City.

lifeofandra
Sep 11


Old Pulteney 15 - Whisky Review
Time for another dram! An honest review of Old Pulteney 15 Year Old, matured in ex-bourbon and Spanish oak sherry casks. From honeyed floral sweetness and coastal salinity to ripe stone fruit and dry almond pit, here is how this coastal Highland malt performs.

lifeofandra
Sep 8


Whisky Festival Guide: Honest Reviews, Best Events & What to Avoid
Not all whisky festivals are created equal. From the airy halls of Whisky Live Paris and the luxury pours of The Whisky Event London to cramped multi-room venues and rushed 3-hour sessions, here is my honest, first-hand guide to which festivals are genuinely worth your time and money.

lifeofandra
Sep 6


Carpathian Single Malt - Muscat de Rivesaltes Cask Finish - Whisky Review
Today we are heading to Eastern Europe for a pour of a fruity and lightly sweet Romanian single malt whisky: the Carpathian Single Malt Muscat de Rivesaltes Cask Finish.

lifeofandra
Sep 4


Paul John Bold - Whisky Review
Today we are heading to the tropical coast of Goa, India, for a pour of Paul John Bold—a fully peated Indian single malt that shows how well smoke and high-humidity maturation can work together.

lifeofandra
Sep 4


Distillery Tours & Tasting Experiences: From Scotland and Wales to Japan
First-hand distillery tours, sake museums, and brewery visits across Scotland, Wales, England, and Japan—from historic pot stills to craft warehouses.

lifeofandra
Sep 3


Welsh Whisky Guide - Brands, Reviews and Distillery Visits
This is my complete guide to Welsh whisky: the distilleries leading the charge, how unique distillation styles shape what is in your glass, and my honest tasting notes on what is actually worth your money

lifeofandra
Aug 31


Bimber Distillery Guide - London Single Malt, Tasting Notes & Tour Review
This guide breaks down what makes Bimber's traditional distilling methods so rare, what their spirit actually tastes like, and what to expect from their in-depth Whisky Connoisseur Experience in Acton.

lifeofandra
Aug 30


Japanese Whisky Guide — Brands, Reviews & Distillery Visits
This is my guide to Japanese whisky: the brands I've tried, my honest tasting notes, and what I think is actually worth your money. Below you'll find reviews, distillery visits, sake recommendations, and my Japan travel posts — everything in one place.

lifeofandra
Aug 30


Fettercairn 28 - Whisky Review
A Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky aged for 28 years in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels.

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Aug 15


Auchentoshan 18 - Whisky Review
A triple-distilled Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky aged for 18 years in ex-bourbon casks.

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Aug 11


Auchentoshan Three Wood - Whisky Review
A triple-distilled Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in ex-bourbon, Oloroso and PX casks.

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Aug 6


Whisky 52 No 22 - Lindores Abbey - Whisky Review
A Lowland Single Malt Scotch whisky from Lindores Abbey Distillery, bottled by Whisky52

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Jul 26


London Distillery Company - New Forms - Whisky Review
The New Forms release comprises three Single Malt, single-cask whiskies released at cask strength.

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Jul 21


Tamnavulin White Wine Cask Edition - Whisky Review
A Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in American Oak and Sauvignon Blanc White Wine Casks.

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Jul 21


Bimber Canada Edition - Whisky Review
A Single Malt London Whisky fully matured in a Re-Charred American Oak Cask.

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Jul 11


Bimber USA Edition - Whisky Review
A Single Malt London Whisky fully matured in a 1st-Fill Ex-Bourbon American Oak Cask.

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Jul 11


Bimber Mexico Edition - Whisky Review
A London Single Malt Whisky, Single Cask Release with 56.9% ABV

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Jul 11


Ardmore 2009 - One Cask at a Time - Whisky Review
A Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky aged for 16 years in an ex- Laphroaig cask.

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Jul 5
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