Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 65 by Dave Broom and Gavin Smith.
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Nose
Big and generous. Shifting into coffee cake with butter icing. Water makes it reminiscent of a bodega then comes mint, citrus zest and in time tanned leather. Grist-like sweetness. Palate
Better grip, some substance and a dried fruit edge along with red liquorice. Finish
Firm, nutty and clean. Comment
Good flow, balance and grip. A powerhouse.
Gavin Smith
Nose
Initially rather reticent, with acetone and developing grain giving way to a treacly, slightly smoky note. Palate
Medium-bodied, with a hint of honey, then darker treacle and stewed fruits dominate. Finish
Liquorice and oak – quite lengthy. Comment
A whiskey with complexity, character and some age to it.
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