Matisse 12 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 48 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Scenty. Palate Starts clean and refreshing. Slowly develops marshmallow maltiness, becoming nutty and sweet, with a touch of roasted nuts. Finish Sugared almonds. Comment Enjoyable. More-ish. Perfect for lacunae in a busy schedule. Those leather sofa moments in hotel lobbies. Sip it while munching cocktail snacks.

Dave Broom Nose Supple. Vanilla and lemon with sweet barley sugar/honeycomb. A touch of green plum and in time a nutty, wheaty, cereal. Lawnmower box. Palate Light syrupy feel with toasty coconut, some citrus, butterscotch and chocolate-coated Brazil. Finish Quite short fresh. Comment Decent balance. A light session dram.