Auchentoshan 10 Year Old Travel Retail Bottled 1980s

Auchentoshan Batch 2 That Boutique-y Whisky Company

A few weeks ago I tried the Batch 1 of my favorite distillery from this range by That Boutique-y Whisky Company (from the chaps at Master of Malt). I thought it was ok, but not very faithful to the true character of this triple distilled Lowlander. Batch 2 was recently released, almost twice as many bottles at a slightly lower ABV. The color is...

Score 85/100

Auchentoshan Classic Bourbon Oak Cask

Picked up a bottle at a great price and was excited, as I usually focus on Islays, but wanted something lighter. Upon opening the bottle, I got a whiff of what I can only describe as paint thinner. The palate is thin, with some floral notes, vanilla, and sweetness. But, it leaves that paint thinner taste on the back of the palate. It is a taste...

Score 70/100

Auchentoshan 1987 17 Year Old Sherry

It's no big secret that I'm a fan (and starting collector) of this Lowland whisky. Auchentoshan usually releases very soft, utterly drinkable dram in beautiful packaging (at least since 2008, imho). During the whisky festival in Ghent, I tried this particular expression. This Toshan is anything but utterly drinkable. Even after adding some water,...

Score 75/100

Auchentoshan 16 Year Old Bourbon Cask

I know the Three Wood is young and a bit rough but I think I probably like it more than this more expensive version of Auchentoshan. The 16 doesn't seem to have a lot of depth although I did like it. On the Nose there is a slight bourbon scent with cherries and vanilla predominantly but also a very floral scent. For a cash strength its Palate is...

Score 85/100