Scotch Whisky reviews

One more sample from Master of Malt Drinks by the Dram. I love The Balvenie, and have enjoyed nearly all of the expressions from their range. This is one of their 17yr old finished whiskies, which are…

Nose (23): Vanilla & barley tease you and invite you in for a closer inspection. The subtlest peat is there but seems to be masked by Lübeck Marzipan. A faint citrus zestiness is also evident.Taste (22…

Delicately sherried with a touch of fruit. Very close to the 18 year variety and plenty of barley. Great pick up for the price.

Dense but flat malts with hints of sherry giving the whisky a sweet touch to it. Complex and pleasurable finish.

Nose: A very nice, clean sherry - Almond liqueur, cloves, oranges and a hint of ripe apples. The honey sweetness hides behind all the glorious clean sherry, but it's there, but rather subdued. Mouth:…

Nose: Initially grassy, chalky and mineral with rubbed orange peel, lemon rind and yellow apple; beautifully old style. With a little time it grows richer with hints of tropical fruit, mainly pineapple…

Very complex Glenmorangie with hints of grape, fruit, and spice. A touch of oak that is overpowered by barely but sweet and juicy all the way through the finish. The port barrel finish adds wonderfully…

This is another sample I received from the Master of Malt Drinks by the Dram program. (I really love DBTD!) I enjoyed the Cask Strength from Caola Ila, and I expect to enjoy this 18yr. ABV: 43%Nose:…