Old Masters Girvan 15 Years Old, Cask 110636

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 49 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Lemon grass. Banana leaves. Coconut ice-cream. Palate Big flavours. Sweet, then vegetal, then creamy, then hot. A suggestion of chilli peppers. Finish Stinging. Bring on the Thai food. Comment Astonishingly full in both body and flavour for a grain whisky.

Dave Broom Nose Very soft and sweet. Some tinned pineapple, then menthol. With water there’s banana, tropical fruit (passion fruit) and pear. High-toned and sweet. Palate Tightly focussed on to the front and centre of the palate. Menthol returns along with high citrus tones. Plenty of vanilla. Finish Clean and short. Comment Light and smooth and balanced. A crowd pleaser.