Gordon & MacPhail Bunnahabhain 1989

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 6 by Michael Jackson and Jim Murray.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Lots of sherry. Ginger marmalade and toast. Palate More of the same, but the grassy, briny, distillery character emerges later. Finish Salty and appetising. Comment A breakfast whisky for the truly decadent.

Jim Murray Nose An attractive mix of fresh cherries, sweet, over-ripe grapes and much earthier, drier malt. Palate Clean, intense malty start which continues. Fruitiness arrives towards the middle with toasty oak. Finish A dry finish with that massive malt still pursuing its relentless course. Comment One of the most enjoyable Bunnas I've tasted though missing that breathtaking freshness.