Queen of the Moorlands 12 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 51 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Compact cereals at first: develops a background of summer fruits in the local greengrocers shop. A trace of lemony freshness. Perhaps some menthol? Palate Light, but a little creamy. Jammy? Cream cakes? Still menthol in there. Finish Fairly short and quite sharp. Comment Has nothing to be ashamed of, but could do with more action at the front end.

Dave Broom Nose Flat, dull oak. Reminds me of school blackboards (chalk dust, oak). In time a light hay/cereal note. Lot of cask. Palate As light as a feather. Some sweetness, some light fruit. Finish Short. Comment There’s just not a lot happening.