loch lomond Archives – Spirited Matters

September 7, 2016September 7, 2016

Loch Lomond Single Grain Whisky

Loch Lomond is a distillery that hasn’t got much love in recent years. Fortunately, that’s been changing and the newly revitalised company is beginning turn heads. Its latest release looks to continue that trend – Loch Lomond Single Grain Scotch Whisky.

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December 21, 2015February 6, 2016

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old – Whisky Advent Calendar Day #21

Today’s whisky is one that has intrigued me enough over the past few months that I had to grab a bottle. I’ve not tried it, but the buzz around it from people who have has been impressive.

So, for day 20 of my advent calendar, I will be trying Inchmurrin 12 Year Old.

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Billy A. is drinking a Pinyin by OverWorks at BrewDog Soho June 24, 2018
Brettily funky nose but very soft on the palate – lemon cream and a touch of sherbet in the finish. Funky lemons linger with occasional flashes of pickled-onion Monster Munch and jasmine tea.
Billy A. is drinking a Hædor by OverWorks at BrewDog Soho June 24, 2018
Strawberry cream nose, restrained fruit on the palate. No finish. Nice but a bit meh.
Billy A. is drinking an Upright by London Brewing Co at Griffin Brewery June 23, 2018
Excellent balance of mulchy leaves, spicy hops and peachy yoghurt. All leaves on the finish.
Billy A. is drinking a Gruit Force by Tap East at Griffin Brewery June 23, 2018
I went back for more. With a more considered nose and taste there’s more here than just mango. Classic gruit-y herbal nose – minty? – with more of the same on the palate and finish. Still excellent.
Billy A. is drinking a Deserted Isle Hopfeweisse by London Beer Lab at Griffin Brewery June 23, 2018
Light, delicate and well integrated. A background of lime with hints of toasted coconut and a touch of green hop. Gentle sourness leads to a limey finish.