Since so many of them are still around, Tyree gives an overview, with his own take on Diageo’s annual Special Releases

How long can we rely on the supply of good quality American oak casks?

Exactly what it says on the tin. Delicious, biscuity dram.

There’s gold hiding in these hills…

The whisky is good, the price is pushing the envelope.

Hit and miss form the famous distillery on Skye

A comparative investigation of Clynelish’s recent juice, plus an oldie for good measure.

A really enjoyable whisky, despite the tinkering

Diageo holds the reins firmly on its stable, despite the colts wanting to break free

Independents show how good the official release could be

Just enjoy it for what it is - good whisky.

Like nothing else I’ve tried—a dramatic discussion piece.

Classic no more?

From the days when whisky was as uncool as can be, comes a textbook example of old-school supremacy.

Very interesting, when it’s half price

A distant, hugely disappointing descendent of greatness.

A story of ‘coulda’ ‘woulda’ ‘shoulda’

A very safe pair of hands.

Fabulously soft for the Islay powerhouse

A joyous peated dram of surprising decadence. Incredible value at the Clubcard price.