Turntable Spirits
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The Words
These days, I’m fortunate enough to get a fair few emails from brands informing me of upcoming distillery releases, but rarely do I see something as intriguing as Turntable Spirits. Daring to release not one, but three new whiskies, and blended whiskies at that. I also have to admit, their branding and marketing intrigue me, something that I usually take great pride in ignoring.
But here is the thing that really drew me in. Transparency.
Before even replying to the initial email, I was able to see (via the infographics below) a break down of the whiskies included in each of their new releases. This is no drill people.
I’m not known for my written word, so lets get right into it and see what’s in store.
The Notes
There’s a lot of words on this infographic that draw me in. Quality distilleries, notes that I love and interesting cask choices.
Linkwood DNA is all over the nose giving waxy, juicy fruits.
The palate brings on the grain in spades. Some may not enjoy that, but I do.
Lots of cask tannins on the finish
I came at this last because, peat. I was also expecting to like it the most. While it’s still a beaut, for me it needed a little more punch.
The nose brings fire, smoke and sea.
The palate is well balanced but quite sedate, surprising considering the vast virgin oak influence
This is the one I was most worried about. My history with heavy sherry is chequered at best. But it was entirely unfounded. Easily my favourite of the trio.
The nose brings big bold sherry notes. Juicy and luxurious, with only a whiff of burnt match about it.
The palate bring rich treacle.
This one is a treat.
