Magilligan 8 Years Old, Irish Peated Malt

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 21 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Sweet and syrupy without being cloying. Fruity. Sweet lime juice. Very faint grassy peatiness. Palate Soft, fresh, pillowy. Very clean, marshmallow. Finish Light, sweet. Biscuity. Hint of toasty dryness. Comment A lovely, clean, malty, easily drinkable, whisky. The label promises peat, but that is hard to find.

Dave Broom Nose Initially a farmyardy aroma, then lots of smoke, turned earth, grass, cereal and some soft ripe fruits. Palate Very smoky but with a soft juicy texture. Well balanced. Finish Long, becoming sweet. Comment Well balanced and juicy.