Port Ellen Old Malt Cask 1978 23 Years Single Malt Whisky

Alexandra Saunders

May 26, 2026, 07:13:17

Bit of a strange dram, honestly 😅 Lemon and grapefruit up front, then this silvery, metallic thing kicks in. Like lemon juice in a metal cup. There’s a wee touch of white wine, almonds and barley, but the soapy note hangs about too much for me. Finish is fairly long, with soot, lavender and that odd plastic-soap edge still lingering. Adding water just makes the weird bits louder. Not unpleasant exactly, just very peculiar.

Beth Campbell

May 12, 2026, 14:04:06

Hmm, this one's got that sunny warmth, eh? Earthy, smoky... hints of vanilla and caramel. Then honey, spice, oak, fruit, nuts, chocolate... Sherry, peat, leather, even tobacco. Dry yet sweet, smooth and rich. Bold, complex, but balanced. Finish lingers—warm, spicy, fruity, nutty. Creamy, velvety, silky. Smoky, peaty, earthy, woody. Herbal, floral, fresh, crisp. Sharp but smooth. Rich, deep, complex... balanced, long finish. Always brings that warmth, smooth, rich, sweet, spicy. Love it. 🥃✨

Dan Murphy

May 11, 2026, 10:52:54

Blimy, this whisky's got a real smoky vibe, like a damp campfire on a foggy morn. 🔥🌫️ Underneath, there's a sweet honey note – almost like liquid gold. 🍯 On the tongue, it's smooth with a spicy kick, think cinnamon or nutmeg. 🌶️😊 The finish? Long and warming, leaves ya feelin' all cozy. Ah, proper good stuff, that! 🥃✨ And get this – there's a hint of vanilla and maybe some dried fruits peekin' through. 🍎🍯 Not too strong, just enough to make it interestin'. Really sets the mood for a quiet evenin' in. 🌟

Owen Kelly

May 6, 2026, 00:42:06

This whisky is propper lush, innit? 😊 Got a nice smoky vibe at first sip, kinda like a campfire. 🏕️ Then there's this sweet vanilla thing going on, maybe a bit of honey too. 🍯 On the finish, it's smooth with a hint of spice – feels like a warm hug on a cold day. 🔥 Sometimes I pick up some fruity notes, like dried apples or something. Makes it moreish, ya know? 🍎 Not too shabby for a casual dram.

Emily Adams

May 4, 2026, 20:41:45

Right, so trying to pin down the flavours here. Got some floral hints, definately, maybe a bit of peat, and something sweet but can't quite tell. 🤔 It's like a jumble of tastes, but in a good way, innit? 🥃 Cheers!