Independent bottler The Firkin Whisky Co collaborated with YouTuber Vin Perry-French of No Nonsense Whisky to release this single cask Linkwood 2011. This single malt scotch was aged in a unique double-wood cask made from American ex-bourbon staves combined with charred new French oak and seasoned with Madeira wine from Portugal. Presented at an ‘ideal strength’ of 48.9% ABV, this was bottled without either chill filtration or added colour.
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
Ed Leigh is a recognized authority on independent bottlers and artisan Scotch whisky. In 2019, he founded TopWhiskies.com, a specialist retailer dedicated to promoting these often family-run businesses and showcasing their small-batch releases. Based in London, Ed holds certifications in both wine and spirits from The Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
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