Speyburn 1977 25 años Sherry Cask

Speyburn 25 Year Old

A few months ago I visited the Speyburn distillery as part of a blogger’s visit to some of the Inver House’s distilleries. The Speyburn distillery, is located in wonderful surrounding near Rothes , all green and pastoral, but sadly it lacks a proper visitor center. While there we got to sample the 10 year old and a NAS expressions, which were...

Score 87/100

Speyburn 10 Year Old

The 10 year old is a nice malt, that is well priced (especially in the USA, where I know it costs as low as $20…) but is not really popular where I come from. It’s pretty basic and nice for that price, and I’ve had it on a few occasions (as well as in the distillery when visiting last year). It was nice to revisit it, and take proper notes...

Score 79/100

Speyburn 10 Year Old

I sought this out because it is only $US 20 where I am and I wanted to get into single malts after trying many blends. For the true beginner this would be a turn off, it's just too difficult to get at the nice parts. There are pleasant aromas and tastes in the background but in the foreground is some raw, young harshness without much of a pleasant...

Score 40/100

Speyburn 10 Year Old

This is one of the cheapest and most easily available single malts. Something told me to try a shot at the bar before buying a bottle, which was a great idea. I found it to be so repulsive that I almost poured it down the toilet. It reminded me of some of the cheaper blends. If you want a good single malt at this price, try Auchentoshan Classic.

Score 69/100