Michael Collins Blend

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 57 by Michael Jackson and Arthur Motley.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Delicate, sweet short crust pastry. Marzipan and raspberry jam. Raisins. Palate Oily, vaguely fruity, honeyed. Faintly herbal. Finish More like a desert wine than a whisky. Rich, creamy and filling. Comment Visually, a very attractive whisky – rich amber and gloriously viscous. If my suspicions are correct, an earlier expression of this whisky reminded me of a Peshwari Nan. Must be shared and discussed with friends.

Arthur Motley Nose Honey porridge, coconut and a savoury, clove-like spice. Fresh orange: zest and pithy. Palate Raisiny, slightly spicy with lots of vanilla. Finish Citric and lightly bitter. Comment Pleasing, bright, and easy-going. A good gift whisky, but not one for the new breed of crusading Whisky Adventurer.