Old Malt Cask Dufftown 30 Years Old 1977

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 67 by Dave Broom and Martine Nouet.

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Tasting Notes

Dave Broom Nose Butterscotch and bounty bars mixed with marzipan. Crisp toasty oak, bread crust. With water become grassy, tweedy with a whiff of juniper. Palate Fat, but slightly flat. The middle is floral (damp lily petals). Thins badly with water which is surprising at 50%. Finish Short. Comment Has a cleanliness and delicacy but lacking in impact overall. You expect complexity from old whiskies.

Martine Nouet Nose Deep, rich. Cooked fruit. Lemon marmalade. Dried fruit (apricot). Shortcake. Palate Smooth, rich, mouth-coating. Wood is perfectly integrated. Citrussy and refreshing with a touch of liquorice. Nicely polished. Finish Warm and gentle. Hint of candied ginger. Honeyish aftertaste. Comment A clean spirit, well matured and combining balance and smoothness. Very satisfying.