As 2021 comes to an end it gives us all a chance to look back at the past year and review how it went. At CasKompare we wanted to give you a little peek at some of the insights we gleaned while taking a look at the past years popular whiskies on CasKompare. Now none of the whiskies that appear on this list will come as a surprise to the informed drinker, but they are popular for a reason, so if you haven’t tasted every whisky on this list, treat yourself for the new year and pick up a bottle. Slàinte Mhath (Cheers) and have a happy New Year!
Top Searched Whisky: Ardbeg
Ardbeg was the most searched for whisky on CasKompare in 2021. It’s classic heavily peated malt is a favorite of many.
Most Clicked on Whisky Page: Lagavulin 16
Lagavulin 16 was the most clicked on whisky page on CasKompare in 2021. Another all time favorite for those who enjoy peated malts.
Top Clicked Whisky (off site): Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask
The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask was the whisky that received the most clicks that led off of CasKompare to actual shopping sites. An outstanding example of a Speyside single malt.
Most Viewed Whisky Overall: The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old was the whisky page that received the most views overall on CasKompare in 2021, and for good reason - it has won two golds at the International Wine and Spirits Competition.
Most Popular Site: Wineroute (דרך היין)
Wineroute received the most visits from CasKompare users
Top Searched Whisky: Ardbeg
Located on the south coast of the isle of Islay in Scotland, The Ardbeg distillery is well known for its heavily peated Islay whisky. It has claimed many awards since reopening in 1997. Two of its expressions have won World Whisky of the Year and Scotch Single Malt of the Year (The Ten Years Old, and Uigeadail) while Ardbeg Galileo won the World's Best Single Malt Whisky in the 2013 World Whiskies Awards. While Ardbeg is similar to other Islay malts it differs in that it chooses not to focus on the saltiness of the sea but instead on different aromas from spices. Ardbeg’s core range consists of the Ardbeg Ten, Uigeadail and Corryvreckan
Country: Scotland
Region: Islay
Most Clicked on Whisky Page: Lagavulin 16
Also located on the south coast of the isle of Islay in Scotland Lagavulin is another of the classic heavily peated Islay whiskies. The name Lagavulin translated from Scottish Gaelic means hollow of the mill. Lagavulin was famously featured by the TV show Parks and Recreation as the drink of choice for Ron Swanson. Lagavulin's 16-year spirit has won many awards and ranked incredibly high in many international spirits ratings competitions. Lagavulin's core range consists of a 16 year old, bottled at 43% ABV and a Distiller's edition, finished in Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks. They also regularly release a 12 year old.
Country: Scotland
Region: Islay
Top Clicked Whisky: Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask
Distilled at the Balvenie Distillery, this 14 year old expression matured initially in traditional oak casks before it was finished in casks which previously held Caribbean rum which adds a bit of sweetness and an extra warmth to the malt. The Balvenie Distillery is located in the Speyside region of Scotland in the town of Dufftown. Other whiskies in the Balvenie core range are its DoubleWood 12 Year Old, DoubleWood 17 Years Old, and PortWood 21 Year Old.
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Most Viewed Whisky Overall: The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
This Superb 18 year old is a classic speyside single malt, matured in a combination of first and second fill American oak and sherry casks. It has won two golds at the International Wine and Spirits Competition. Distilled at the Glenlivet distillery located in the Speyside region of Scotland near the town of Ballindalloch. The Glenlivet brand sells the most single malt whisky in the United States of America while coming in second globally. Addition whiskies from the Glenlivet core range includes The Glenlivet Founder's Reserve, The Glenlivet 12 Year Old, The Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oak Reserve, and The Glenlivet Archive 21 Year Old
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Most Popular Site: Wineroute (דרך היין)
Wineroute or דרך היין opened its doors in 1993 with the goal of revolutionizing the way people are exposed to wine and the experience of not only buying but also enjoying the wine.
Wineroute is proud to carry a diverse selection of wines and alcohol from Israel and around the world, including but not limited to France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Austria, Portugal, Greece, Israel, Scotland, Ireland and more.
In addition, there are also unique wines born from a collaboration between Wineroute and the leading wineries in Israel. These are Special Editions which can only be purchased online at Wineroute.
Wineroute has many locations including Tel Aviv, Givatayim, Raanana, Modi'in, Ramat Hasharon, Savyon Junction and Ness Ziona and of course online shopping is also available (free shipping for purchases over 300 NIS).
So that about sums up 2021. We look forward to helping you find many more whisky deals in the coming years!
