Well, it is that time again - the time when we reveal our Top 10 whiskies from the previous year. This always proves to be one of the most fun posts to write and one of the most popular with readers. It also allows us some time to reflect on what has happened during the whisky year. Personally we attended nearly 60 events or whisky shows, numerous press trips and distilleries, and sampled and reviewed over 100 whiskies.
2016 seemed a year of innovation and experimentation that saw big brands and smaller producers alike pushing the boundaries and released a wide spectrum of products to an ever-growing consumer base. Some of these products have impressed us and are included in our Top 10. They sit alongside more traditional whiskies that could well become modern classics.
Any Top 10 is always subjective and ours is no different. Our criteria generally include quality, value for money and availability. We are sure that some will agree with our choices and some will disagree - after all, it has happened every year that we have been doing this. This year's selection ranges in price from £25 to £16,000 a bottle. Here is our Top 10 for 2016 in alphabetical order.
