Formidable Jock 8 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 9 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Toffee. Honey. Then peat Palate Lightly smooth. Silky. Somewhat empty. Finish Lemon-grass. Lemon sherbet. Quite long. Comment Smooth and pleasant.

Dave Broom Nose Gold. Richer than the standard with a hint of honey, fair maltiness, hay/biscuit and some oak. Palate A silky start with plenty of ripe soft fruit. Light and slightly frotht-like butterscotch Instant Whip. Finish Medium length, quite chewy though a little hot. Comment A decent enough dram, though not as formidable as the name suggests.