Blogging, one whisky at a time
[46.1%・45 Years Old・Distilled in 1966・Bottled Circa 2011・The Whisky Agency and The Nectar Joint Bottling・Limited Release] Nose: Leather and stewed dark fruits, all signs of a well aged dram. There is perhaps a hint of rubber in the mix of forest berries and violets. Palate & Finish: Gorgeous burst of red cherries on a sweet, creamy…
Read More
[51.3%・34 Years Old・Distilled in 1976・Bottled in 2011・Whisk-e Bottling・Limited Release] Nose: Wet with stickily sweet notes, poached pears, thic honey, toffee apples, strawberry preserve, Vienna almonds and to put it over the top, simmering brown sugar really putting on a show. Palate & Finish: Dripping with honey and sweetened almond nibs, warm saucy fruits of poached…
Read More
Style: Fruity and Lightly Peated Nose: Interlude of white vinegar descends into undertone as ripe autumn apples take over on the nose. Faint but consistent peat smoke runs on the edges of spices and combines with the acidity to give a sharp, stimulating touch. Vanilla ice cream and a hint of rice pudding sitting…
Read More
WhiskNick 