Holyrood Spirit Merchants Made By Edinburgh - New Make

Whiskyspace Notes 1880

Jun 23, 2026, 23:07:16

This one's got a proper complex and expressive character, really draws you in. Starts with these white berries and ripe pears, sweet but not cloying, like a summer hedgerow in a glass. Then it gets interesting – green olives and anchovies sneak in, giving this salty, almost umami twist that’s proper intriguing. The barley comes through with a nutty depth, and there’s a hint of cane sweetness underneath. It coats the tongue in this exceptionally fat, creamy way, but stays clean and white – no heavy smoke or peat here. The finish lingers long, like a good chat that you don’t want to end. Proper moreish stuff.

Greg Griffiths

May 11, 2026, 06:01:05

Nose: Gettin' some lovely apple pie 🍎 and warm caramel straight off. Hints of vanilla too, like a proper bake sale. Palate: Oh, that's rich! Honey 🍯 and vanilla cream, with a bit of a spicy kick comin' through. A touch of smoke drifts in, like a distant bonfire. Finish: Long and warming, leavin' a sweet, cinnamony kinda feelin'. Really lovelly, that. 😌

Patrick Kelly

May 5, 2026, 15:01:52

Oh blimey, this whisky's a right treat! 🥃 First sip, you get this lovely vanilla and caramel sweetness, like a warm hug. Then it opens up with a bit of honey and apple, maybe a hint of cinnamon spice. 🍯 The finish is long and warming, with a touch of oak and a smidge of smoke. Really well-balanced, that. 😊 Throw in a drop of water and some floral notes pop out. Cracking stuff!