
One of the whisky worlds’ most controversial bottlings, the Loch Dhu 10-Year-Old Black Whisky from the Mannochmore distillery. This dark dram has divided critics, including gaining an infamously bad review from WhiskyFun’s Serge Valentin.
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.
Mark Bostock, an integral part of the Mark Littler LTD UK content writing team since 2019, brings a genuine passion for whisky, especially independent bottlings, to his work. His commitment to expanding his knowledge through attending tasting events and building his own collection enriches his contributions, blending expertise with enthusiasm.

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