When running a blog like this, it is always important to make sure that we make time to just enjoy drinking a whisky or two. No notes. Just a glass of the good stuff and some quality time. I've actually tried numerous new whiskies (new to me, anyway) over the Christmas break and found it... Continue Reading →
Tasting Notes: Turntable – Bittersweet Symphony
This is the creation of brothers Gordon and Alasdair Stevenson who are looking to "create a new generation of blended scotch whisky. No shortcuts. No limits." It is a bold statement and smacks of a verve and vigour to create new blends that still show character and style. Not just to meld flavours together to... Continue Reading →
Tasting Notes: Turntable – Paradise Funk
The opening gambit to the initial trio of blended scotch whisky releases from Turntable Spirits. Paradise Funk is described as "a funky yet delicate duo [which] bursts with exotic flavours. A harmony of caramelized pineapple, smooth vanilla and sweet toffee." The blend has been created by mixing 6 different casks of scotch malt and grain... Continue Reading →
Tasting Notes: Turntable – Smokin’ Riff
Turntable Blending House was launched in 2023 by brothers Gordon and Alasdair Stevenson. Their mission was to tackle the modern misconception that single malt whiskies are best, and demonstrate how blended whiskies can bring real quality by “creating new rhythms in blended whisky”. Rhythms indeed, as the Turntable name and references within their brand also... Continue Reading →