Ardbeg Lord of the Isles, 25 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 21 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Sea air and smokiness – evocative sootiness. Palate Silky. The touch of fruitiness, usually reminiscent of lemons, is sweeter, with a momentary suggestion of cherries. The flavours become almondy and walnut-like, then rooty and peppery. Finish Long, haughty. Comment Lots of flavour development, complexity and refinement. Very elegant, but where is the clamour of battle?

Dave Broom Nose Gentle and complex: orange/marmalade, sponge cake with pink icing, calfskin leather, angelica and smoke. Palate Soft and fragrant, light leathery notes then a smoky bonfire. Finish Light medicinal (Savlon/Germolene) then smoke. Comment Mellower than you’d expect but beautifully balanced.