Chieftain's Choice Glencadam 1985, 16 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 23 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Subtlety in action. Perfumes, dried apricot, aniseed, jasmine tea, dried spring flowers, green grape, marzipan. Palate Smooth, silky and creamy. A caress of mingled flavours. All nose promises are delivered. Finish Dry, spice-festooned. Comment Graceful and characterful. To be sipped on a midsummer starlit night. A true dancing dram.

Dave Broom Nose Medium-bodied and slightly floral but with a rich malty core. Water reveals a buttery richness with honeyed fruits, hot cross buns and spices. Palate A dry-ish start with light spice and nut, then citrus oils, hazelnut and an overall pleasant texture. Well balanced. Finish Dry with a touch of smoke. Comment Attractive rather than complex, but very attractive at that.