Ledaig 10 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 62 by Dave Broom and Arthur Motley.

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Tasting Notes

Dave Broom Nose Slightly edgy. Young and lightly floral before smoke is ignited with a drop of water. Some vanilla. Palate Quite dusty, then the smoke builds but balanced by a fragrant lift. It’s like a florist’s shop with a peat fire blazing in the corner. Finish Slightly rubbery. Comment Another that’s growing in character. I’m looking forward to the 12yo.

Arthur Motley Nose Sweet egginess, like a custard tart. Some juniper, and cigar smoke. It feels youthful and vibrant, although a little clumsy at full strength but seemed to settle down with water. Palate Sweet, smokiness and some tinned peaches. Finish Dry smoke and ash. Comment No complexity, but a pleasant peaty dram. A definite step up from the old bottlings with no age statement.