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27.3.2020

In my younger days I had a lot of principles that in later life turned out to be poorly founded. As you grow up it turns out that there is a virtue in practicality. It has taken this bottle of Wemyss Malts' The Hive for me to challenge the notion that whisky should only be drunk neat. Drink this particular whisky neat and you're likely to regret it in the morning.A typical Scotch is maybe 40% alcohol by volume and you don't encounter many people who complain that it's an alcoholically weak drink - just a small sip is enough for most people to be aware that they've taken some alcohol onboard. So Hive being 55.5% alcohol by volume is in an entirely different territory - even a tiny sip tells your brain that something's going on.Your inclination to assess the flavour is traded against the realisation that your sample size needs to be necessarily limited.Never having owned a bottle of cask-strength whisky I had to do a bit of research to understand what this means, and why such a drink might exist. Turns out all whisky emerges from its cask at some ridiculously high level of alcohol by volume, and the distiller's job is then to add water to bring it to the more normal 40%. But instead of having the distiller add water, a cask-strength whisky allows you that pleasure. And apparently tap water is frowned upon, it's your job to select a suitable mineral water.Maybe this watering down process lets you achieve the exact level of alcoholic strength you desire, maybe it makes a 700ml bottle of whisky last 39% longer.What I think you'd be hard pressed to deny, is that if you opt to make a whisky 39% more alcoholic than normal then your intention is to make the drinker a bit more drunk. Which can be fun. Unless it makes you say or do something that you come to regret in the morning, which I am apt to.Finally, does it matter that Hive is blended and not a single malt? There are plenty of excellent bottles of blended whisky out there and I don't subscribe to the idea that only single malts are acceptable - this tastes very nice.
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20.7.2020

Where to start? First off, I've uploaded 2 pictures, one of "The Spice King", which is the whisky I'll be reviewing, and the other of "Peat Chimney" which i bought for my son. My son says it's amazing but I'll leave it at that as i haven't tasted it.As for the Spice King, i think it's only proper to start by recognising that the ABV is truly exceptional at 58% (Peat Chimney is 57%) - i have a few gins of a similar strength, but those are not really meant to be drunk neat.The aroma. Well that first reminds me of spiced biscuits (won't say the brand), and then betrays an underlying sweetness. No trace of phenolic smokiness that I could discern.The colour is fairly pale, but not exceptionally so,and it doesn't cloud much with the addition of ice or water.The taste though, that's where the magic is. Neat it's understandably volatile on the tongue, but that's just physics. That it's astonishingly smooth is down the quality of the malts and the blender's skill; i commend both. You couldn't produce a whisky of this standard without exceptional malts to blend, and a blender at the peak of his art. It's eminently drinkable neat, but be careful given the strength.With ice or water though, it is transcendent, and it's here that the ABV earns it's keep so to speak, as it retains exceptional mouthfeel in the glass while subtleties of flavour are revealed.The taste, on my palate at least, begins spicy, with an underlying sweetness, becoming more robust with subtle hints of smoke, and, after the longest time, fading out with the faintest stormy "salt on your lips" finish.All in all, this is one of the best whiskies, Scotch or otherwise, that I've ever tasted and i wholeheartedly recommend it.As an afterthought...i was asked to rate this whisky for "sheerness". Well, the last time i visited Sheerness was 40+ years ago, but i seem to recall it was very nice, so i gave it 5 stars.
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11.7.2020

I used to keep bees, and I've always loved honey - the real stuff mind you, direct from the hives of local producers. So I jumped at the chance of testing this very interesting sounding vintage malt, from Wemyss (pronounced 'Weems by the way)I drink my whisky neat, in a generously sized tumbler to allow it space to breath. This, in particular, seems to be a spirit that benefits from a few minutes relaxing in the glass, before being sampled. In my experience of it, the flavour profile expands, and the subtle complexities become more accessible to the palate. It's worth the wait!Waving it beneath my enquiring nose I'm encouraged by the warm, mellow honey and malt notes.I also get a hint of fudge and soft smoke.On the palate this is a deliciously smooth and creamy whisky that delivers lots of honey flavour without being overly sweet. I can taste beeswax and smoke in there too, which transport me back to my beekeeping days. Layered with this are notes of cooked apple, toffee and spice, all of which adds up to a wonderfully satisfying tipple. The finish is a long one, with a taste of honey and beeswax lingering in the mouth, resolving to peat smoke and then nutmeg on the tail.I'm most impressed by this whisky, on all levels. The presentation is first rate, with an attractive gift tin enclosing a pleasingly designed bottle. Most importantly, the drink itself is wonderfully rewarding. I suggest drinking it mindfully, in the company of good friends and whilst toasting your feet in front of a roaring log fire. A very well deserved five stars from me!If this has been helpful I'd be hugely grateful if you could let me know by hitting the button below. Many thanks :-)
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12.3.2020

This really is a smooth whiskey indeed. Obviously this is designed to highlight the honey infused notes but it is surprisingly more subtle than I had anticipated (and thankfully tastes *nothing* like a popular whiskey/honey liqueur available which, to my palate, is cloying and rather sickly-sweet). I’ve tried this neat and with water and I’d say it’s best drunk neat (there’s not a hint of fire or roughness that would require it: or as a means to ‘open up’ its complexity). This is not a ‘session whiskey” and is more of a ‘sipper’ to be savoured sparingly. I do think it has the broad appeal to appeal to both regular whiskey fans (of which I am one)to the more general/casual tippler (and may convince those hitherto unenthusiastic about whiskey to think again). That said it’s broad appeal should not indicate that this is not a ‘desirable’ dram to have in a collection: on the contrary it sits well with a number of other niche whiskeys I own/have owned (at a similar mid-range price point). Sure, it is a blend rather a single malt (but often a good blend can exceed the quality of a middling single malt so the comparison is often bogus anyway).So, all in all I think this is an excellent tipple: a lovely nuanced, smooth and balanced scotch with no overbearing honey elements (just the ‘right’ amount). Very easy to like and which may even get scotch nay-sayers converted. Finally it comes really attractively presented in a nicely designed cylinder/tin..Highly recommended.
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22.6.2020

Imagine back In the olden days when you could smell the soot and burning embers of the wood wishing you could sniff it up an drink it .. well now you can, those for the love of smokey intense flavours you wont go wrong. Deep sniff and your lifted Into a smell that sweet and subtle then lifting it to your lips just before you take a sip you can smell the aromas of fire and smoke embraced by peat all wrapped around and that's before you taste what you have a feeling will be an explosion of flavours. Wow let it rest in your mouth and you can feel the hotness grow and grow till you take anymore as you slowly let it trickle down your throat you can taste all the notes of peat smoke and the burningAmber's from a freshly burnt pine tree which leaves your tongue tingling thr back of the throat making you feel like you could throw fire from your mouth. All these sensations and tastes whirling round your mouth tingling wanting more. Being a lover of peat smoke earthy amber smells this is a well balanced rounded of dram and with it being a punchy 57% you sure do get a bomb of smoky weaving layers of peat forming into intense flavours and a long lingering smouldering fire cracking finish. It's not for the faint hearted but if you like your peat smoke and deep hot notes then this you have to try.
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30.3.2020

Wow, this is certainly a 'proper' whisky! Malt scotch isn't something I would ever enjoy myself (with a JD and coke being about as close I can get to actually enjoying such things) but my partner, his brother and my father-in-law are all fans so we have a few of their preferred brands usually stocked with a mix of single-malts and blends, such as this, and this is one they are certainly happy to add to the cabinet - both my partner and father-in-law who have tried it so far were very impressed with it and tried it first neat just to sample the full cask strength (I simply couldn't manage it - bringing the glass to my mouth/nose was enough to leave me pretty sure I wouldn't enjoy the very obvious super strength of it)and they found it surprisingly smooth considering the high alcohol volume, and they then experimented with ratios of both soda and mineral water mixes as intended with a cask-strength bottle such as this, and were more than a little tipsy after just a few glasses but loved the very full flavour with a distinguishable fruity sweetness and a finish with great staying power. It's very nicely presented too and considering how far you could make this go with watering this down as intended it's not bad value either.
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14.4.2020

Sometimes you read those long florid descriptions of the taste of a wine or whisky and then you actually try the drink and wonder what on earth they were talking about. Then sometimes, only very occasionally in my experience, the drink actually does taste the way they describe. The Hive Wemyss Malt Whisky is one of the latter occasions and this really does taste like fermented honey with a slightly smokey peat aftertaste, so it lives up to its name.I’m not a regular whisky drinker, despite hailing originally from the Speyside area which supplies most of the whiskies in this blend, so I can’t claim any kind of expertise but this is very drinkable un-scary whisky that would appeal to a range of people.It’s powerful but not overpowering and the honey sweetness does make the medicine go down nicely.The metal tub packaging is appealing and makes it look and feel like something special, which the whisky lives up to thankfully. There are some cocktail suggestions on the company’s website which might appeal to those whisky-averse guests but to be honest I think it’s a shame to drown a whisky this nice in fruit and fizz. A splash of water or an ice cube is all it needs, maybe paired with a good book and a log fire.
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5.4.2020

I was interested to compare this whiskey with Wemyss’ ‘normal’ 12-year old Hive blend (which is excellent) and concluded that they are very different in character (yet obviously both emphasise the honey note). For a cask-strength this is very smooth dram indeed (in fact the smoothest I’ve ever tried at this ABV point: 58% proof). I tried this with water and neat and most surprisingly I think this works best on its own (with ice). The 12 year old (and moderately cheaper whiskey) is a lot smoother and sweeter than this higher strength variety (and this version is a lot paler in hue and has a really intense vanilla nose: not reflected in the taste). Many I think would add water to this whiskey (making it,I suppose, better value than the 12 year old) which I think is a valid consideration, but I don’t think it’s an ‘either/or’ between the two versions and should be judged on their own. I think they are both excellent whiskeys but if I was pushed I would probably favour the weaker Hive (in my view it’s just a lovely all-rounder that even non-scotch fans might enjoy). But on its own terms this remains a deceptively powerful yet smooth whiskey that most will enjoy (with or without water).
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12.3.2020

I have been a whiskey drinker for over 30 years and consider I have a really good palate for a good whiskey; this arrived in a bespoke metal Hive branded sealed tin with the bottle inside protected by a cardboard insert. First impressions are that it’s very well presented and I like the design of the bottle.The bottle has a cork top stopper and after pouring out a glass I found the aroma (nose) is very rich with the honey hint breaking through first followed by the subtle fruits, I am not one for standing there for ages swilling and smelling the whiskey for ages coming up with adjectives to describe it but I do know what I like and this had a distinct warm drink me aroma.The taste is very rich and I like that everything is very well balanced without any overwhelming flavours,the honey comes more as a supporting flavour warming your mouth with a distinct coat of subtle sweetness supported by a burst of fruit, I found that mixing with a little water intensified the supporting flavours.Overall a very nice whiskey well presented and that does not disappoint on flavour, as a whiskey drinker I would certainly recommend it.
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22.3.2020

What a wonderful tasting malt whiskey this is, a real treat and an excellent choice for special occasions. The bottle comes in a smart looking metal container with a pop off lid, perfect for giving to someone as a gift.Popping the top off you are greeted with a wonderful and inviting aroma which smells sweet and fruity to me. The golden colour of the whiskey is very appealing and really adds to the presentation of the drink. I’m not a huge whiskey drinker but I love tasting the finer whiskies out there and this is one is beautiful, very smooth and easy to drink. The honey really comes through and helps to give you a pleasant aftertaste which leaves me wanting more.I wouldn’t want to drink this all the time as it’s a taste to look forward to so ill be saving this for the more special occasions.Overall, I would highly recommend this whiskey as its mellow, smooth and tastes great. The presentation of the whiskey, bottle, and container are excellent and for a 12-year-old malt I think it’s worth the money. If you love honey and whiskey then I would definitely give this one a try, I feel its easily worth five stars!
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29.3.2020

This whisky gives you this warm, comforting feeling something akin sitting next to a fireplace in the winter. To me, the spicy flavour is very tasty and interesting, it is full-bodied and the bite comes at the end of a sip. The taste lingers for a while which is pretty great. I find that adding water really helps to open up the whisky and releases the flavours hidden by strong bite.Professional whisky experts describe it as following.Nose: A grand helping of aromatic spices, namely cinnamon, nutmeg and anise alongside wood spice, new leather and a touch of salted caramel.Palate: Slightly burnt brown sugar, more salted caramel and oodles of ginger and orange peel, with a hint of orange pith.Spicy pepper tingles on the tongue.Finish: Butterscotch, wood char and burnt caramel with a good crack of black pepper heat.This is a drink you enjoy slowly and in small quantities, excellent as a gift or to offer to your house guests. The drink and bottle just radiate elegance and prestige. It may be a bit pricey but it is definitely worth it since it can last you a while.
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29.3.2020

This whisky gives you this warm, comforting feeling something akin sitting next to a fireplace in the winter. To me, the smokey peat flavour is very tasty and interesting, it is full-bodied and the bite comes at the end of a sip. The taste lingers for a while which is pretty great. I find that adding water really helps to open up the whisky and releases the flavours hidden by strong bite.Professional whisky experts describe it as following.Nose: A good maritime influence, with notes of seared scallops and charred seaweed alongside wet rope.Palate: Smoky and spicy cured meats, a good helping of paprika and salt. An underlying minerality is balanced by orchard fruits and a squeeze of lemon juice,underpinned by an intense smokiness.Finish: Sweet, smoky and lingering.This is a drink you enjoy slowly and in small quantities, excellent as a gift or to offer to your house guests. The drink and bottle just radiate elegance and prestige. It may be a bit pricey but it is definitely worth it since it can last you a while.
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13.3.2020

The Hive 12 year old Wemyss Malts with gift wrap whiskyThis is a good sized bottle (700ml) that's nicely presented in a well made gift container. The container is made from thin metal with raised lettering on the front. There are some nice graphics printed on the container which make this an attractive gift. The whisky is supplied in a wide low profile heavy glass bottle which in itself looks high quality.The Hive is a handcrafted malt whisky brought to you by the Whemss family. It is a blended malt scotch whisky that has been aged for 12 years.I don't often get to sample such an expensive malt whisky so I was keen to give this a try. I must admit that I really enjoyed this,it certainly is a Whisky for that special occasion. The flavour is smooth, it doesn't seem to have that harsh edge that you can get with some Whiskies.Very nice indeed.. hic!CONTENTS:1 x 700ml Whisky1 x Gift ContainerThank you for reading my review, I hope you have found it helpful.
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26.3.2020

This is a bit different - an aged, blended whisky, where the blend has been specifically selected to focus on honeyed characteristics. The 'gift wrap' is a metal tube, lined with corrugated card to help protect the whisky when shipped. The bottle is an attractive, slightly squat design with clear sides through which you can see straight away that the tipple is a light, golden, honey colour. Light coloured whiskies tend to be my Dad's preference, so this was a good sign for us.The whisky is lovely. Very smooth, and certainly delivers on the promised honey characteristics - in colour, nose, and in the mouth, with honey accompanied by buttery and vanilla notes. An ice cube or a small drop of water opens up the sweetness,and although I preferred this unadulterated Dad was in favour of a splash of water. The price point takes this blend into the territory of single malts (with age statements), but this one is worth it for its smoothness and distinctive character.
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29.3.2020

This is quite a stand-out whiskey in terms of flavour and character that certainly lives up to its moniker of ‘Spice King’. Those looking for an easy-drinking rounded scotch should look elsewhere as this is a very lively dram indeed that surprises the tastebuds from the off. With an ABV of 58% you should expect some extra ‘bite’ but I was not quite expecting the hit delivered (and which almost seems to have an effervescent quality to it: although being absolutely ‘flat” as expected). I’ve had this neat and with water and like it in both ways: the neat as an entertaining ‘neck warmer’ (to be sipped respectfully) and with water - which opens it up and tames it somewhat.The top note for me is pepper but this tempered with a woody base but there’s a sweetness too that negates what could be something overly-harsh.In short this is a an unusual and entertaining whiskey that would suit anyone looking for something a bit different.
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