Murray McDavid Highland Park 1979

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 5 by Michael Jackson and Jim Murray.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Fragrantly peaty. Palate Good flavour development, beautifully balanced as it unfolds. Fragrantly smoky, then nutty, becoming flowery, and finally honeyish. Finish Late, clean, appetising, smokiness. Comment Very good indeed as a lightish, delicate, interpretation of Highland Park.

Jim Murray Nose A big, slightly brawny, oaky nose with diffused peaty notes. Palate Immediately dry as the oak bites hard, but the peat and honey offer traditional Orcadian riches. Finish Long, with vanilla and a rich grapey fruitiness. The peat hangs on to the very end. Comment A pretty old and slightly tired malt but the richness of the peat and malt, and the harmony they create, makes this a delicious dram. Big stuff.