Reviews

On the nose: charred wood on the front, along with malted barley, burnt sugar, cracked pepper and a hint of light green fruits.

On the palate: more charred wood, recently put-out campfire, malted barley sweetness, apple, fig, pear.

On the finish: some more charred wood, but lighter. Hints of malted barley, a slightly bitter note.

Overall, it is a pleasant and interesting bottle. It doesn’t feel balanced, it certainly is on the spicy charred oaky side, but adding a dash of water opens the sweet fruit notes up a little more. Nonetheless, for £45 it’s a good bottle for if you want something a bit adventurous.

This is the first time I have ever ordered from A. D. Rattney and it certainly won't be the last, my bottle of Dalmore is for Xmas but I'm going to try the free same of Long more tonight, a very nice little extra and free delivery to N. Ireland. Some of the larger retailers could learn a lesson or two from this firm, many thanks.

Have been to the Whisky Experience often-we used to stay in Doonfoot. My husband and friends came a few years ago for a whisky tasting. One member of the group was from Peru. You made him very welcome and he thoroughly enjoyed himself. A great day. I ordered this special whisky for part of my husband's 70th birthday as he loves malt whisky and I know he will appreciate it. Thanks for great service.
Elaine Waudby.

People talk about whisky in terms of nose and taste. Well there is more. This whisky took me into a world of contentment and warm relaxation. A satisfied customer.

a wonderful independent Dalmore bottle, with my name, and delivered quicker than the bigger retailers, could not have asked for better service (or whisky!)

I've been lucky enough to visit the beautiful shop in person but I'm so very impressed with the online service. Free postage, free 3ml sample and free wrapping paper. The personalised whisky is a really great idea at this time of year on it's own but with the added bonus of the additional free items it's a win win. Now back on my 2nd visit and purchase. Thank you so much team A.D. Rattray

Ordered online, and, as in the area, picked up at Kirkoswald store. This was a very impressive customer experience from ordering through to collection, all within a couple of hours. The Whisky comes with a personalised label, and a complimentary miniature whisky is included. The perfect gift for a Whisky connoisseur. Would highly recommend Rattrays Whisky Experience

I have tried the "standard" Cask Islay, and have a bottle of the Cask Islay Sherry Edition that I thought couldn't be beaten for value, but then there's this! Unbelievable whisky, up there with whiskys costing 5x as much! Highly recommended, and can't wait to see what comes next!

quick, easy and brilliant service and delivery

First time buying whisky from here and won't be the last. Stronnachie and Cask Spey are great. The house malt which was a Tamnavulin was exquisite

Invergordon Grain 2003

I ordered several different whiskies. They arrived in a couple of days, safely packed, and were all terrific.

Superb young peated highlander. Good example of the distillery character. I hope they bottle more expressions soon. Because I’ll be very interested in buying them!

Superb whisky, savouring every drop.

Happy with the whisky it is a birthday gift came next. Day. Happy with service free delivery wee extra sample nice.

Great fun, all ready to collect, pleasant individual.
The whisky is great…this was a re-order

This is my second bottle now. Good value for the quality. Nice and peaty without being overwhelming

This is my kind of dram, a real favourite and a tonic from all the sherry finishes around at the moment. At first white pepper, bitter nuts and at times not quite ripe fruit. A dash of water and the fruit and nuts soften and open up beautifully. Massive length on the palate of stone fruits such as apricot and the ever present nuttiness. There are sea salt notes and this would towards Scapa, a very underrated distillery. it could be HP but I doubt it (not an expert). Buy it, but leave some for me as I will be buying again.

Classic Little Drams Set

Great prices, speedy delivery, free miniature and I love the personalisation option on the bottles straight from the cask! Thanks again!

Can’t fault the the service nor the product. Raph was excellent in the email exchange we had and the free dram and postage provided by AD Rattray was a more than welcome bonus. Would definitely shop with them again.

Bank Note is an ideal House Blende Whisky for us at “Bank House” with Character & depth of flavour.

This is probably the best whisky I have had the pleasure to enjoy. So glad I found such a warm and characterful but lively tasteful single malt.

This is my NEW favourite Islay whiskey. Perfectly finished. Not to peaty, but peaty enough and very smooth. Long taste and very very yummy. Could not tell it’s 46percent! In my opinion, beats all the other Islay whiskeys hands down, and I’m a lagavulin fan!

During presentation I bought this whisky in Guildford. I didn't hear about this whisky before, but I like discovering small local breweries, unknown and not famous. This 10 yo Stronarchie pleasently surprised me and my wife. Now it's my one of favourite whiskies. Worthy every penny. Buy it and enjoy. Slainthe!