Dewar Rattray Caperdonich 1980 25 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 60 by Dave Broom and Arthur Motley.

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Tasting Notes

Dave Broom Nose High nose burn and another which is a bit reluctant to open. Musky, wet leaves. Seems mature but also quite piercing. Palate Another which disappoints on the palate. A slight clinging quality with some sweet citrus notes, but overall it is light and short. Finish Little soapy. Comment A shy little furry woodland creature peeking out, then hiding again.

Arthur Motley Nose Pears, lemon pith, soap suds and Swizzler lollies. With water more floral with a fragrant apple note like a Pink Lady. Almonds, Battenburg and a fading bouquet of lilies. A bit flat. Palate Sweet, with floral, some nectarine and a dried hay flavour. Thin. Finish Drying, with grassiness and oat biscuits. Comment A bit dull, and there’s no excuse for dull whisky.