Clan Campbell 8 Years Old

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

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Fairly intense. Citrus fruit. Cumin and orange blossom. Palate Spiciness dominates throughout. Ginger shortbread, butterscotch. Finish Firm, a bit insistent, dries out on oaky notes. Comment To stimulate a sweet tooth when served with a fruit cake.

Dave Broom Nose Big and malty, with caramel toffee, honey, cream and toasted nuts. With water some citrus notes, stewed fruits and dried herbs. It has impact but no great complexity. Palate The toffee dominates but it fades a bit too quickly and fails to fill the mouth or excite the taste buds. Finish Nutty. Short and dry. Comment Lacks direction and energy. A simple starter for a malt novice but I’d rather have a good blend.