Dewar Rattray Dufftown 1975, 29 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 42 by Gavin Smith and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Gavin Smith Nose Very floral and elegant, lemon tea, then some darker, more smoky aromas emerging. Palate Lively, vanilla, ice cream soda, honey. Finish Agreeably citric, surprisingly zestful. Dries out more when reduced – the only real hint at its age. Comment With some Dufftowns you are glad when you've had enough. This is a well-made example which has been matched by very good Bourbon wood.

Dave Broom Nose Nutty (brazil, cob) but rounded with dry oak, vanilla/coconut and mint. Fresh apple juice/cider, stewed fruits. Mature. Fading a little. A dusty edge. Palate Putty drying to maltiness. Light nut oil feel. Crisp and light with decent balance. Finish Dry and oaky. Comment Interesting, but without the overriding character to make it great.