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Classic Malts Glenkinchie Special Edition, Friends of the Classic Malts

Classic Malts Glenkinchie Special Edition, Friends of the Classic Malts

Brand Classic Malts
Expression Glenkinchie Special Edition, Friends of the Classic Malts
Type Scotch Whisky / Single Malt
Abv 58.70%
Region Lowland
Availability Friends of the Classic Malts only
Guide Price £41-£70 (US$66-US$113)
Website http://www.malts.com

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

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson

Nose
Grass. Straw. Marshmallow. Lime jelly.
Palate
Custard. Finely grated lemon peel. Lemongrass. Root ginger. Nutmeg. Cinnamon.
Finish
Spicy. Big. Long. Dryish.
Comment
Only two Years Older than the regular Glenkinchie, but much richer. A very good cask.

Dave Broom

Nose
Big and fairly dry. A whiff of sulphur mixed in with bran flakes, grass and dried banana.
Palate
Medium-bodied though with good texture. Soft fruits and dry malty notes.
Finish
Long and soft vanilla mixed with with light nuttiness.
Comment
Bigger and more robust than you might expect.

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