Jameson 18 Years Old Master Selection

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 29 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Fresh, clean linen. Alder. Bath oil. Palate Firm. Oiled wood. Out of the sauna to a cup of tea. Quite strong flavours. Aromatic and refreshing. Finish Gunpowder tea. A minor explosion. Comment Robustly sexy. I always enjoy Jameson, but I really relished coming to grips with this one.

Dave Broom Nose Soft, rich, juicy: apricot, dried fruits, orange, butterscotch, hazelnut butter. Water brings out sherry, becoming chocolate and bourbon biscuit. Palate A luscious, oily sweetness with a crisp solidity on the palate, then a burst of dried fruits, spices and citrus fruits. Finish Rich, soft honeyed. Comment I could drink this all day. A classic Irish whiskey.