Old Charter 12 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 22 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Very emphatic rich, deep, cocoa aroma. Palate Firm. Slippery-smooth. Very toffeeish. Hard toffee. Nut toffee. Peanut brittle. A suggestion of blueberries, perhaps even passion-fruit. Slight spicy-sour rye character. Finish Rye-grain. Crisp and spicy. Comment A good, substantial bourbon.

Dave Broom Nose Quite lean, dry and rye-accented. Appetising with light honey richness. Palate Feisty with good peppery attack. High-toned. Vibrant. Mellows slightly in the mouth with honey, red fruits. Finish Vivacious, crisp and peppery. Comment Outdoor/restorative stuff. Stick a bottle in your pocket and do a John Muir.