Jack's
Journey

I’m not a professional reviewer, I’m not a geek, nor an expert, nor a journalist…I’m not many things. I’ve become a whisky enthusiast and I found out the joy and benefit of sharing…this is why I’m here, taking you through my experience, multiplying the joy…my whisky journey!
My whisky journey
Jack
A Guy
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Chapter 27

My first homage to...Bunnahabhain

Embark on a journey through Islay with Bunnahabhain Whisky. Explore exclusive cask releases, detailed tasting notes, and the rich traditions behind this iconic distillery.

Chapter 26

My first Waterford Whisky

Following Leo’s interview with Mark Reynier (Leo’s Chapter 27), we had the opportunity to try some of the latest products from the Waterford line-up.

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Chapter 25

My first Kavalan Whisky

After our beautiful interview with Kaitlyn Tsai, this time we bring you to the other side of the world. This is my first Kavalan Whisky.

Chapter 24

My first peek at Witchburn Distillery - #2

We are extremely excited from what Campbelltown has to offer in the near future.

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Chapter 23

My first Morrison Whisky

Our journey across five drams and three brands. Come and enjoy Old Perth, Carn Mor and Mac-Talla

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Chapter 22

My first Morisco Spirits Whisky

In our latest exploration on Drampath, we uncover the allure of these newcomers to the whisky scene. This is Morisco Spirtis.

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Chapter 21

My first Goldfinch Whisky

A great independent bottler that clearly knows what is doing as already discussed in Leo’s Chapter 22.

 

Come and check these four amazing gems out.

Chapter 20

My first Arran Whisky

We’ve already talked about them in Jack’s Chapter 13 and in Leo’s Chapter 31
 
This time we go through a few samples kindly made available to us, plus a few more from our collections to give a good overview in case you’re thinking about which one to try next/first.
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Chapter 19

My first Infrequent Flyers

I’m so grateful to Alistair Walker (see Leo’s Chapter 17) for these great products.
 
More than ever, I encourage you all to give them a try…
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Chapter 18

My first Douglas Laing

Following from Leo’s Chapter 18, we had the pleasure of reviewing three amazing drams from Douglas Laing Whisky.
 
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Chapter 17

My first peek at...Dunphail Distillery - #1

You’ve been asking us a lot about some new distilleries. And when we talk about quality, we couldn’t avoid talking about Dunphail distillery.

Chapter 16

My first Watt Whisky

Courtesy of Mark and Kate Watt (whom we already met in Leo’s Chapter 11 ),  a set of 7 amazing samples was waiting for us at the Hall’s of Campbeltown.
 
This is my first Watt Whisky…

Chapter 15

My first Dràm Mòr

Kenny and Vick (whom we already met in Leo’s Chapter 12 ), have been so kind to share some interesting drams with us – and we dug right into them…
 
This is my first Dràm Mòr.
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Chapter 14

My first DS Tayman Whisky

Following from Leo’s interview to the founders in his  Chapter 14; this is us going through four of their latest drams and sharing our honest opinion about them. Let’s go…
 
This is my first DS Tayman Whisky.
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Chapter 13

My first trip to Arran

As for my other more travel related stories, this is of course about whisky, but not only…so let’s start my first trip to Arran.
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Chapter 12

My first Nc'nean Whisky

Leo’s already introduced us to Nc’Nean (Chapter 10). What I do like about them is their bold direction on sustainability. 

 

Thanks to Annabel Thomas (distillery founder), I tasted a few Nc’Nean whiskies, which was a pleasant experience.

Lagg Whisky

Chapter 11

My first Lagg Whisky

Today we talk about Lagg Whisky.
 
Thanks to Mariella Romano (see also Leo’s Chapter 31) and the amazing team at Lagg, we’ve been so lucky to try all their first 3 releases: Batch 1, Batch 2 and Batch 3.
This is my first Lagg Whisky.
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Chapter 10

My first Whisky trip (Part 3)

What a crazy day this was… pure magic madness!

 

First a visit and a tasting in probably one of the most fascinating corners of Islay. Then food, drinks and football…brace yourself for part 3 of my first whisky Trip (Part 1 and Part 2 if you missed them).

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Chapter 9

My first Decadent Drinks Whisky

After some good food, nothing better than some amazing drams…this is my first encounter with Decadent Drinks Whisky (see also Leo’s Chapter 8)…a very nice encounter I shall say!

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Chapter 8

My first Whisky trip (Pt. 2)

The ferry to port Askaig was more than just a physical trip. It was like entering Narnia through the magical portal in Professor’s Kirke’s house. Or passing through the wall in King’s cross station and seeing for the first time the Hogwarts express.

Chapter 7

My first Chapter 7

Yes, we did it. We had a monopoly night. Have you ever tried?

 

OK, this didn’t happen in sequential order to my other chapters, but I had to put it here for obvious reasons…me, Leo, Peppino and Daniel had our first Chapter 7 night!

Chapter 6

My first Whisky trip (Pt. 1)

This trip has been only few days…but it’s so dense of events and inspirations that I’ll split in 2-3 episodes…let’s see

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Chapter 5

My local Whisky bar

How important a good local whisky bar is in your whisky journey. After your mates it’s probably the best companion.

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Chapter 4

My first Whisky bar

Having a good Whisky bar around it’s fundamental on your whisky journey…if not, well: there’s drampath!

Deanston Whisky journey & drams

Chapter 3

Deanston: my first distillery tasting

Like the first kiss, you’ll always remember your first distillery tasting…actually I can’t recall my first kiss (ooops)

Islay Whisky Journey & Samples

Chapter 2

My first (virtual) encounter with Islay Whisky​

My first whisky & samples from Islay

Whisky samples Deanston Glenfiddich Old Pulteney

Chapter 1

My Whisky Epiphany

2020. COVID…that was crap…let’s face it. Then all of a sudden…a ray of light! But let’s do a step back…