Name: East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky
Brand: East London Liquor
Price: 64.25 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky taste like?

Accepted Answer

East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky is characterised by Sherried, Fresh Fruit, Vanilla, Toasted, New Wood notes. East London Liquor Co's Single Malt benefited from three and a half years in ex-bourbon and STR casks before finishing in a Radikon Merlot barrel, creating an English whisky with unconventional aging influences. The wine finish adds darker fruit complexity and tannin structure to the distillery's base spirit character. At 47.2% ABV, the intensity matches the experimental approach. A showcase for English distilling ambition.

Question 2

Is East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky sweet?

Accepted Answer

East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky is approachable and a great starting point. Its Sherried, Fresh Fruit, Vanilla character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky worth the money?

Accepted Answer

East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky costs £64.25 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky?

Accepted Answer

East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Serve East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £64.25 for East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky.

Question 11

Is East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit, Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £64.25 for East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky.

Question 12

How does East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky compare to Big Peat at Christmas 2021?

Accepted Answer

East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky and Big Peat at Christmas 2021 are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. East London Liquor Co Single Malt x Radikon Merlot Single Cask English Whisky is complex and layered, while Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Coal-gas notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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