Japanese Mizunara Oak? Dewar's 8 Year Japanese, Ilegal, and Caribbean Smooth Scotch

[@christinecamley]

Very nice episode Jon!! Interesting. 🤨 I’m not a grain fan but I do enjoy Mizunara casting. I’d try this one for sure!! 👍

[@SeawayWhiskyWire]

Nice episode Jon. Neat series release from Dewars. Sounds like a decent entry into these different finishing. Definitely a recommendation to someone looking to tip toe into more out there finishes. I definitely like my rum finish scotches. Cheer sir and enjoy your weekend.

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

Thanks. Rum finish is hit and miss, this was very much a miss for me, but Balvine is fantastic. Cheers!

[@christinecamley]

@@WhiskyNeighbour Yes very hit and miss for a run finish! So far the Lagavulin 11Offerman 4th Edition is a fave for a run finish!

[@danielmcevoy976]

I enjoy this lineup.... I drink the Portuguese Smooth and the Mezcal on the rocks during family barbeques.

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

The Mezcal would be perfect for a BBQ. Thanks for sharing!

[@onewomanswhisky]

Agreed. To someone who is just venturing into the whisk(e)y landscape, these are a good choice for a comparison of cask finishes...without breaking the bank. I think the Mezcal would carry the most appeal at my end. Insightful review, cheers! "m"e 🇨🇦

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

It is a big debate, recommend lower cost to people new to Scotch or, save up and buy a better bottle so you have a good experience. I lean toward finding someting worth sipping, even if not complicated, but affordable. Then, as your palate and experience broadens, then spend the money.

[@onewomanswhisky]

@@WhiskyNeighbour I discovered Waterproof (blended malt Scotch) a while ago. I have recommended it as a starter, and also for more experienced palates. Good price, and a very nice blend. I don't have many, but I certainly enjoy this one. Fast became a favourite.

[@allenbt11]

Nice episode. Maybe the fermented notes you are picking up in the Japanese Smooth is Butyric Acid. Depending on the expression (and your nose/palate) it usually presents as parmesan cheese, green banana or pineapple notes. I usually get it in Craigeallachie, among others. Cheers.

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

I love that Butyric Acid note, and I also get it in Craigeallachie. There it is closer to roasted pinapple. Here it is more like parmesan cheese. Do you every drink humble blends like these?

[@allenbt11]

@@WhiskyNeighbour Of course. But to be honest (and I realize this makes me sound like a whiskey snob) the most common place I have these types of blends, is in a restaurant. For instance, for whatever reason, Monkey Shoulder is nearly ubiquitous in restaurant bars in my part of the US. Love to hear your thoughts, on reasonable $ bar pours, in an episode. Cheers.

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

@@allenbt11 that would be a tough one, only because the price of Scotch in bars or restaurants around here is crazy. Still, a good idea to try to put together.

[@christinecamley]

Casking!

[@TheWhiskeyNerd]

I've seen these but not tried them yet, as I was worried it might just have been a gimmick, but the Japanese one sounds like it's worth trying at least!

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

@@TheWhiskeyNerd they are still underwhelming, but not bad for people to get a small understanding

[@christinecamley]

When I say “Not a grain fan” I just mean a blend.

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

Very fair. This would not be mistaken for anything else. The grain is right there, at least for me. However, as far as humble blends go, I think it's tasty!

[@christinecamley]

@@WhiskyNeighbour I want to try this Mizunara Oak cask!!

[@distlledbrewedreviewed]

I have the whole series. You did a great job and also reminded me to follow suit. Cheers my friend.

[@WhiskyNeighbour]

@@distlledbrewedreviewed a walk through of the whole series would be excellent!