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[51.5%・24 Years Old・Distilled in 1990・Bottled in 2015・Cask No. 7089・Official Bottling・Single Cask Release of 284 Bottles] Glenfarclas has been one of the few distilleries that was able to keep up with the soaring demands during the early stages of this whisky boom; but even then, it has become somewhat of a rare sight to spot a…
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Tasting Notes: Benromach 10 Years Old 100° Proof ☆☆ Style: Fruity and Spicy Nose: Robust aromatic and spiced nose of vanilla flower, apple pie, cinnamon sticks and pear. A hint of lime zest running through the sharp edge of red hot spice. A side glimpse of dry haystack, honeycomb and milk that makes the nose…
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[50.0%・NAS・Bottled in 2016・Official Bottling・Single Cask Release] Nose: It certain feels more refined from the get go, concentrated sugary note from muscat grapes that have been naturally dried. Golden honey with a layer of rich beeswax generously applied atop. There is also a comforting dried lemon note that would normally only come from whiskies matured well…
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[46.0%・30 Years Old・Distilled in 1983・Bottled Circa 2014・Michel Couvreur Bottling・Single Cask Release] The late Mr. Michel Couvreur was a whisky maker I very much respect, his love and understanding of Speyside whiskies and how he was able to add another dimension to his offerings through the unique ageing process have been thoroughly inspiring. I must say this 29…
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Tasting Notes: Laphroaig Triple Wood Style: Smoky and Oaky Nose: Rich caramel aroma comes through with a subtle briny bite. Fluttering charcoal smoke and roasted coffee beans. Nice orange zest gives a big healthy zing in the middle. Another pinch of salt reveals hints of peat and hay lying lazily at the back seat. Palate:…
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[55.2% • Original Bottling • Bottled in 2015 • No Age Statement • General Release] Nose: Peppery on the nose with an oomph of tanned leather note. There is a buttery waffle note, pine wood shave that leads way to a roasted barley note that feels rathe enormous. Vegetal on the side with somewhat a…
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Tasting Notes: The Macallan Whisky Maker’s Edition Style: Light and Sweet Nose: Plum sauce, red fruits dressed over pulled pork, toffee melt with a pinch of nutmeg. The ginger notes hits an optimum level that it gives a fresh, slightly spicy aroma. Hints of vanilla oak infused within. Palate: First touch on the palate is…
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[46.5%・12 Years Old・Ichiro’s Malt Bottling・Limited Release] One can make an argument that Mr. Ichiro Akuto is perhaps one of the leading figures in blended whiskies these days, with Chichibu and some dwindling Hanyu stocks at his disposal. His casks have featured in the two releases this year that melted whisky forums, the Glover and Ghost 8; but it’s his earlier…
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[48.0%・Bottled in 2014・Original Bottling・Limited Release] Nose: The nose fares subtle at first, prunes simmering away with a background presence of smoked barley. Crafted with finesse, the sherry led creaminess gives way to bright stone fruits, held together with just a brush of glue. Palate & Finish: Rich salted caramel on the palate with the fragrant elements from the…
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Tasting Notes: Caol Ila Aged 30 Years (Special Release 2014) ☆☆ Style: Elegant and Complex Nose: Fragrant pine aroma with fresh tropical fruits notes. Topping with vanilla whipped cream then the drier side slowly revealed itself. Timber shavings and dry spices rising from ashy burnt coal. Coastal peat with a wink of limestone. Palate: A…
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