Duncan Taylor Inverleven 26 Years Old, Cask 1873

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 57 by Martine Nouet and Michael Jackson.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Light, open. Outdoor fragrances: wet earth; a touch of moss and fern. Thyme, rosemary. Palate Velvety. Round and soft. Incredibly sweet given the strength. Greengage. Cooked peaches. Cherry stone. A subtle spicy rise. Finish Dry, spicy. Fresh almonds. Comment An interesting character. Much sweeter on the palate that expected from the nose. Water brings out an unpleasant cardboardy touch.

Michael Jackson Nose Floral notes underpinned by icing sugar sweetness. Some balancing fruit acidity. Lemony with water. Palate Creamy at first, develops Crunchy bar, caramel notes. Herbal character with water. Finish Medium. Apple skins. Pithy dryness emerges. Develops slowly to a complex finish. Comment Opens up beautifully with water, developing sweet, vermouth-like herbal notes. Holds one’s attention.