Adelphi Clynelish 1989, 13 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 28 by Michael Jackson and Martine Nouet.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Aromatic, fruity, flowery, vegetal (dock leaves?), appetising. Palate Biscuity, cracker-like. Edible seaweed. Interplay of sweetness, spicy mustard and vegetal dryness. Finish Peppery. Very salty. Comment Not the most peaty Clynelish I have tasted, but a lovely, distinctive whisky.

Martine Nouet Nose Vivid, nutty. Custard, lemon curd, aniseed. A smoky hint like a distant bonfire. Toffee notes. Palate Sweet, quite smoky (cold ashes). Curd-like texture. Apricot jam. Very refreshing, delicate spiciness. With water, a spice explosion. Finish Slightly dry. Lovely citrus and walnut notes. Comment A light-bodied lovely outdoor dram, to serve with barbecued fish. Fresh like a sea-breeze.