Adam O'Connell
Drinks writer
Adam has been writing for Master of Malt for seven years now. He’s visited distilleries, wineries, and breweries across the world, reviewed a variety of whiskies, gins, rums, Tequilas, mezcals, brandies, vodkas, wines, beers, and cocktails, and contributed all kinds of words in all sorts of places, including over 650 articles to Master of Malt's award-winning online blog, and many of the handy drinks guides too. He’s even jammed with Kiefer Sutherland AND dined with Ainsley Harriott. Not at the same time.
Adam's whisky of the month (September 2025)
World Peat Highball Pre-Mix 8yo (Decadent)
World blended malt
A summer treat from the gang at Decadent Drinks! This is a world whisky blend combining peated malt from a host of different countries, including Scotland, Germany, and Sweden, aged in bourbon barrels for a minimum of eight years. Bottled at a satisfying 50% ABV – the Decadent folks have created this 'instantaneously mixable' blend with Highballs in mind, so grab some soda and plenty of ice and find yourself a spot to recline.
"I love everything about this. Blending the world of peated whisky for the purpose of the ultimate Highball base? You had my attention, Decadent Drams, now you have my curiousity."
Adam O'Connell
Whisky nerd and certified mate of Ainsley Harriott
Tasting notes
Sweet wafts of toasted vanilla pod and honeyed barley, then orchard fruit brightness and a touch of lemon zest. Campfire ember and dry pine.
Oak char, creamy malt and buttery pastry with peat weaving in and out. Singed herbs, tarry rope, citrus oils and green apple emerge among toasted coconut and vanilla-led sweetness.
Salted caramel, oak spice, and a wisp of eucalyptus.
