Gordon & MacPhail Pride of Strathspey 12 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 23 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Toffeish. Candied orange. Heather. Delectable fruitiness (pears and apricots). Palate Velvety, smooth. Full, custardy. Pudding-like. Finish Delicately lingering, rolling out with toasted malt notes. Comment Good introduction to Speyside’s generosity. Especially if served with a crème brûlée.

Dave Broom Nose Scented, lifted, estery with some coconut matting, vanilla, with hints of citrus. Water brings out a lovely floral edge (lily/freesia), some orange and poached pear. Palate Though subtle it has good weight and a great balance between honey, cream and dry nuttiness. Finish A tickly cough of smoke. Comment Very attractive, approachable and charming.