Greenwich Meridian 2000 Blended Scotch

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 7 by Michael Jackson and Jim Murray.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Some fresh peatiness. Palate Starts very sweet and syrupy, with some maltiness. Becomes rather bland. Finish Weak. Late warmth. Comment Seems like an attempt at an old-fashioned blend, but a bit two-dimensional.

Jim Murray Nose Finely tuned and impressive, an intriguing hint of juniper and liquorice co-ordinate with a firm grain. Palate Remains firm and here the complexity takes hold with fabulous cocoa, grassy malt and spices. Finish Long and simple; malt glow lingers. Comment Excellent classic blend from the old school: brilliantly firm grain guarantees class and complexity. If they dropped the colour – which affects the taste towards the middle – it would hit amazing heights.