Ladyburn 1973, 27 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 12 by Michael Jackson and Jim Murray.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Powerfully earthy-fruity perfumes. Fruit skins. Fruit boxes at a market. Palate Smooth and syrupy. Sweet. Peachy, orangey. Finish Assertive. Dry. Peach stones. Rind-like. Woody. Comment I am pleased that this very rare malt has been made available. Ladyburn is a product about which I am frequently asked. Sad to say, its greatest appeal is as a collector's item.

Jim Murray Nose Varying shades of light oak have not entirely dimmed the malt. Just a tad spirity but pleasant with minimum complexity. Palate Oak, oak and more (spicy) oak. Finish Oak. Comment This has lost all trace of shape and form. Pretty one-dimensional yet easily drinkable thanks to a singular malty sweetness, especially towards the very end. Don't bother opening.