Gordon & MacPhail Bladnoch 1991

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 40 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Tangy. Mustard poultice, shallot dressing. Palate Sweeter than expected. Floral. Orange blossom. With water, honeyed cereal bowl. Finish Warms up on a gingery and peppery tanginess. A pleasant toasted hazelnut come back. Comment The nose is unusual, closer to a sour Chinese broth than a whisky! But the palate restores an expected floral Lowland freshness.

Dave Broom Nose Mouthwatering. Florist shop: lily, freesia, then comes apple: blossom/sweet eating apple. Fragrant with a light malty note. Palate Delicate but vibrant with good feel and a fresh natural ripeness. Orchard fruit, boiled sweets, gentle oak. Good balance. Finish Lightly dry. Comment Proof that a whisky can be delicate yet complex.