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Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old

Remarkably Uncomplex

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MReview by @Marcus

15th Feb 2012

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Upon opening, there is a definite nose of vanilla, caramel, soft leather, and a certain "sweetness". For an Islay, there is very little of the smoke and peat one would usually expect. That is obviously what sets this whisky apart from it's well-smoked brothers. The palate is quite similar to the nose - sweetness, vanilla and caramel, with the barest hint of peat and brine. Definitely one of the sweetest whiskies, especially for an Islay, that i have ever experienced. It is also an oily whisky which keeps the mouth coated after swallowing. The aftertaste is a bit spicy, with cinnamon and licorice, but it is a very short aftertaste. Overall, a smooth dram and very straightforward, with very little complexity or depth.

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@GBrough
GBrough commented

Remember Bunna is pratically unpeated, it might have some brine in the background of the palate but besides that you are getting something much softer than the standard Islay.

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