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    Gemma D.
    • Apr 15
    • 3 min

    The Glenturret 2021 Release

    The Glenturret 2021 Release - a unique 12-year single malt - one of the most popular and well-known whiskies in the world.

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    Gemma D.
    • Nov 28, 2021
    • 3 min

    Octomore 12 series - Peaty and Complex

    An honest review of the Octomore 12 series by Islay-based Bruichladdich, led by Brand Ambassador Nick Baeyens.

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    Gemma D.
    • Nov 5, 2021
    • 4 min

    September tasting with Scotch Malt Whisky Society

    Another blind tasting journey with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society at Patrick's Whisky bar in Zwolle.

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    Gemma D.
    • Oct 13, 2021
    • 1 min

    Hibiki 21 years old, a rare find these days

    Tasting this unique, hard to find Japanese whisky that left me mesmerized by its complexity.

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    Gemma D.
    • Oct 8, 2021
    • 3 min

    Peated Cinderella Smokehead Whisky

    A Smokehead whisky tasting at the Amsterdam Cocktailbar Dutch Courage. Three must-try whiskies, all in one night.

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    Gemma D.
    • Nov 4, 2020
    • 3 min

    A Teeling release you need to try to believe

    Once upon a time, not too long ago, I found myself joining my fellow road ragers on a quest to see who could get home the fastest. My...

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    Gemma D.
    • Nov 1, 2020
    • 3 min

    Scottish Roadtrip with J.D. William's Whisky Bar

    I can't begin to tell you how pleased I am that the whisky flight I brought home for a tasting, contains only whiskies, that I have never...

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    Gemma D.
    • Jul 27, 2020
    • 2 min

    Auchentoshan 3 Wood Single Malt Scotch Whisky

    This Auchentoshan Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in three different cask types, creating this incredibly complex and compelling whisky.

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    Gemma D.
    • Jul 25, 2020
    • 4 min

    July tastings with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society

    On July 4th SMWS Brand Ambassador Bob Wenting hosted the first in-person whisky tastings at J.D. William's in Amsterdam since the lockdown!

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    Gemma D.
    • Jul 5, 2019
    • 2 min

    The Glenrothes Select Reserve at Bax - A West Amsterdam story

    We thought of having beer but ended up trying something a little more exciting at Bar Bax.

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    Gemma D.
    • Jun 21, 2019
    • 3 min

    My The Macallan Exceptional Single Cask Tasting

    When you get the opportunity to try a Macallan Exceptional... you don't say no.. and I was not disappointed, let me tell you that.

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    Gemma D.
    • Jun 10, 2019
    • 3 min

    Nikka Whisky From The Barrel

    Japanese yumminess that deserves love!

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    Gemma D.
    • May 30, 2019
    • 3 min

    My first Glengoyne 10 years old

    Bought last year during a special visit to the Glengoyne Distillery in the Scottish Highlands.

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    Gemma D.
    • May 25, 2019
    • 3 min

    Eagle Rare Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

    A chance meeting at the Hyatt Regency Amsterdam turned into a small whiskey tasting!

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    Gemma D.
    • May 21, 2019
    • 3 min

    Dreaming of Deanston Single Malts

    A chilly ride through the highlands led me to this incredible distillery where I found a unique bottle!

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