Mr_Gimlet Posted August 8, 2012 Posted August 8, 2012 Yes, but how will it go now that Remy has taken over? Hopefully better than Diageo. Depends how much they interfere, I can see a small distillery wanting help with logistics but hopefully it won't be like Lagavulin shipping tankers over to the mainland.
Super Mustud Posted August 8, 2012 Posted August 8, 2012 Hopefully better than Diageo. Depends how much they interfere, I can see a small distillery wanting help with logistics but hopefully it won't be like Lagavulin shipping tankers over to the mainland. I was very interested to read about them and talk to people on Islay about your favourite whisky. Bruichladdich is interesting because of the quite recent reopening of the facility, and is a fascinating example of a distiller that plays both the the traditionalist and innovative or maverick cards when as it suits or as is required. The innovative expressions arose from necessity due to gaps in inventory, and it all seems to have worked out for them. The Linux of the whisky world created by the Richard Branson of whisky marketing. Good on them, it all adds to the fun.
CraigC Posted August 14, 2012 Posted August 14, 2012 Matt what was the smoky islay i liked at your place? I've been enjoying some 21 old Pulteney this week. Mustud the slope is indeed slippery!
houdinifangs Posted August 14, 2012 Posted August 14, 2012 Matt what was the smoky islay i liked at your place? I've been enjoying some 21 old Pulteney this week. Mustud the slope is indeed slippery! Coal Ila 1993 Distillers Edition - much more sophisticated than regular Coal Ila. An easy one to knock back for an whole evening... 1
Catostylus Posted August 15, 2012 Posted August 15, 2012 Coal Ila 1993 Distillers Edition - much more sophisticated than regular Coal Ila. An easy one to knock back for an whole evening... Noted.
Super Mustud Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 A most exclusive distillery at Robin Hood's Bay near Whitby. We have been staying there for the last week. Look it up for limited releases. 1
mondie Posted August 17, 2012 Posted August 17, 2012 Spent a few days in RHB in 2008, not known for its whiskey Mustud let alone those affiliated with your good self
Super Mustud Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 Spent a few days in RHB in 2008, not known for its whiskey Mustud let alone those affiliated with your good self We stayed at the old coast guard station. Building on left in your pic. Top window on second level was the window from the living room. Where did you stay? Quite a walk from the car park, hey? The distillery is quite new.
mondie Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 We stayed in a B&B at the top of the hill, great exercise walking up and down the hill in to town each day. Would like to return someday soon and will have to check if the old cast guard station is available, that would be a great spot to sit and watch the sea and tides, RHB is one of those places I spotted in an aerial photography book years ago and simply had to go there, fascinating little village.
davidsss Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 (edited) Since I have quite a few bottles at the moment I've taken the momentous decision to have more than 2 bottles open at once. I may even go for 4 bottles open at once! This is the latest I've just opened tonight: Seems a good whisky. Certainly stronger than the Dalwhinnie I have been drinking. Strong but pleasant flavours and certainly a hint of citrus in there. I'll drink some more and work it all out! Haven't seen that Glenmustud around although I have heard that it is a bit astringent and goes off rather quickly DS Edited August 18, 2012 by davidsss
Super Mustud Posted August 18, 2012 Posted August 18, 2012 (edited) Haven't seen that Glenmustud around although I have heard that it is a bit astringent and goes off rather quickly DS Glenmustud is rather thin and watery for many tastes, however I find it to possess the distillation of all good taste. But that's just me. Edited August 18, 2012 by Super Mustud
ThirdDrawerDown Posted August 19, 2012 Posted August 19, 2012 On handing over a dram of Dalwhinnie to a mate on Friday night: "You know this is a lassie's drink?" "I like it, especially as the first of the night." "We were told this on our tour of Scotland. A distiller, not at Dalwhinnie, said, "'tis a lassie's drink." I think of that whenever I have some." "Cheers" "Good health."
Smoovie Posted August 25, 2012 Posted August 25, 2012 Currently on the Glenlivet 12yr old. very easy going i must say.
Catostylus Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Another Glencairn glass fan, I see. The only thing better than a mustud mustard jar.
davidsss Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Wow, aren't there a lot of Scotch brands going around? What are the two on the right and how are they Houdini? Nice pressie, you must be good to your kids. DS
Super Mustud Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Another Glencairn glass fan, I see. The only thing better than a mustud mustard jar. The Glencairn is just a cheap and imperfect copy of the mustard jar. Don't let the advertising fool you. Although a Lagavulin Glencairn does somehow work well with the Limited Release Laga.... Hmm, its after 5 pm, I might have one right now after a great day outside.
Super Mustud Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Has been a good fathers day An Isay fan, I see. If you accept Jura as being close enough. Just, a small ferry ride. Some excellent taste in your family. Well done.
ThirdDrawerDown Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Houdinifangs - that looks like Christmas to me! Best advice: keep 'em all in your will. TDD
Jake Posted September 2, 2012 Author Posted September 2, 2012 Was in Dan Murphys yesterday. Almost bought an Islay SM. But didn't. Oh well.
Guest Willow Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Great score there houdini , and a nice taste trip from one end of the Islay spectrum to the other ( Bunnahabhain - Lagavulin ). I scored a nice Talisker myself today.
houdinifangs Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Wow, aren't there a lot of Scotch brands going around? What are the two on the right and how are they Houdini? Nice pressie, you must be good to your kids. DS The Jura Superstition in centre and the Bunnahabhain to the right. I think they are both very interesting drops. The Bunnahabhain is the least smelly of the Islay's and shares some characteristics with highland whiskeys like Highland Park. It's really easy drinking, almost buttery. The Jura was pretty surprising. The aroma was caramelly sweet and quite pungent - very nice to nose. It tastes more like an Islay than the Bunnahabhain and has that sharp/bright finish, contrary to the warmth of the aroma.
Catostylus Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 The Bunnahabhain is the least smelly of the Islays Now excuse me. Islays do not smell. They reek. 1
houdinifangs Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Now excuse me. Islays do not smell. They reek. Not as much as washed rined cheeses...mmmmmmmmmmm
CraigC Posted September 2, 2012 Posted September 2, 2012 Great score. It's time for another session. I have a couple of new bottles too, a Talisker 18 and an old pultenay 21. The OP21 is smooth malty vanilla with a dry finish. The talisker is more brash heading towards the HP 18. Between us we'd have 5 new drinks;). I just had an email from Nicks regarding Ardberg Sunday Dramin' to be held on sept 16 at Chez Regine. Cost $20 for three tastings and a cocktail. Bookings a must !
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