You’d think, given the 5 Octaves of this particular bottling, that I’d have been prepared for the many varied flavours at play, but, as is always the way with my tasting style, I was taken somewhat by surprise...

It was with the greatest pleasure and anticipation that I sat down to enjoy the James J. Fox Cuban Rum Tasting Kit, which was paired with a Montecristo Edmundo cigar. The tasting kit is packed with four world-class Cuban rums, none of which I had tasted before. So I jumped at the opportunity to try out these samples with one of my favourite cigars.

We're proud to unveil something very special indeed – the first in a series of exclusive whiskey tasting kits, containing a selection of exclusive samples, optionally paired with a cigar selected by our team. For this inaugural edition, in cooperation with our friends at The Powerscourt Distillery, we're thrilled to present the Fercullen Tasting Kit.

Tasting whiskey can be a fun and educational experience, allowing you to test and develop your palate and sense of smell. Although simply having a sip is not a complicated idea, premium whiskey often has much more to offer. Have a look at our handy tips below and taste your next dram like a pro!