
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.
Moa Reynolds, an Edinburgh-based content creator and freelance writer originally from Sweden, is the founder of Swedish Whisky Girl. Through her prominent presence on Instagram, Moa strives to cultivate a friendlier and more welcoming atmosphere within the world of spirits. Her expertise was recognized in 2020 when she served on the judging panel for both the World Whiskies Awards and the Independent Bottlers Challenge. Additionally, she was honored to receive the Icons of Whisky Scotland Communicator of the Year award in 2021. When not indulging in a dram of whisky, Moa can often be found immersed in knitting or sewing projects.

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