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[50.8%・23 Years Old・Distilled in 1966・Bottled in 1989・Dun Eideann Bottling・Cask No. 1636・Single Cask Release] Nose: Pleasingly robust aromas of thick old school Sherry sweetness, brown sugar syrup generously poured over creamed Sherry and Vienna almonds, pair with sugar preserved orange slices. Palate & Finish: A sauce like texture that coats the tongue, conveying that thick syrupy…
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[43.0%・23 Years Old・Distilled in 1966・Bottled in 1989・Signatory Vintage Bottling・Cask No. 2674-76・Single Cask Release of 800 Bottles] Nose: Having experienced the current Bladnoch expressions this is frankly a relief. A mellow velvet like sweetness made up of roasted marshmallow, coconut chips and followed by banana oil, shortbread biscuits and slightly burnt oats. A Lowland delight in…
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[46.7%・15 Years Old・Bottled Circa 2016-2017・Official Bottling・General Release] Nose: Cow shed and heavy toffee cream form the pillars of the nose. It has a curious cheese note whilst also being on the oaky side with cookie dough, orange essence oil and walnuts. Palate & Finish: Rich chocolate sauce and honey stirred with prune syrup. Tree gum…
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[49.2%・25 Years Old・Bottled Circa 2016-2017・Official Bottling・General Release] Nose: Pungent but quite a rich nose with some wonderful aromas, vanilla and leather to go with honey and beeswax. The nose is layered with hints of green apples, lemon honey, and air dried oak unfolding in time. Palate & Finish: Green apple and lemon flavoured bubble gum.…
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[46.7%・NAS・Bottled Circa 2016-2017・Official Bottling・General Release] Nose: Butyric acid, funky cheese, milk powder and burnt barley all exacerbated by the cow shed vibe. The red wine finish grants a futile attempt for the apple compote and tobacco notes to neutralise the situation. Palate & Finish: Juicy apple vinegar and mixed berry jam. Plenty of ginger spices…
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