Brechin 28 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 57 by Martine Nouet and Michael Jackson.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Nutty, fresh and lively. A delicate touch of wild rose pops up before being submerged by liquorice and vanilla toffee. Quite tickling. Water releases more sweet toffee notes. Palate Smoother than expected at first then bursting out. Tangy mouthfeel. Not unpleasant though. Barley sugar. Gripping oak in the end. Finish Dry, oaky. Liquorice and nuts. Comment A warm character, just a little too assertive when it comes to oak but so uplifting.

Michael Jackson Nose Soft and warming. Ripe apples. Some pear notes. Hints at brownies with mango tartness balancing. Palate Sharp with slightly earthy background. Late solid cereals. Finish Firm, becomes creamy, with some hints of acetone and phenol(?). Comment Curious balance of firm earthiness and acidity.