Penderyn Grand Slam

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 49 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Fruity. Cider apples. A bit sharp at start but quickly turns biscuity. Sweet vanilla notes. As it opens, the appley character breaks through to lead way to fudgier aromas. Palate Thick, oily. Creamy fudge, raisins and milk chocolate. A sensuous spicy wave. Finish Lingering, peppery. A bitter oaky edge. Comment A well structured whisky. Oak frames the aromatic palette without overpowering. Quite a complex dram.

Dave Broom Nose Rounded. The first with any extra complexity to it. Plenty of vanilla, butter and a hint of pine. Light spices and sweet citric notes, apricot and banana. Orange peel and zest. Palate Very pure flavours. Clean with a mix of nuts and spice from the oak and a sweet spirit. Vanilla cinnamon, pepper spiced apple. Finish Vanilla. Very smooth. Medium length. Spicy. Comment Comments:Another great session drink, this has the sweeter edge. Good distilling. Stylish.